Tests and Procedures

Overview The antinuclear antibody test, or ANA test, is a blood test that checks for antinuclear antibodies in the body. These antibodies are made by the…

Overview Cardiologists and interventional cardiologists use cardiac catheterization to check for heart or blood vessel problems by moving a thin, flexible tube called a catheter through…

Overview Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, involves surgical changes to the digestive system to support weight reduction. Surgeons consider these procedures when traditional…

Overview Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) uses technology to send small electrical signals to the vagus nerve, a key cranial nerve in the body. The vagus nerve…

Overview Acupuncture is a practice found in traditional Chinese medicine. Practitioners place very thin needles at exact spots called acupuncture points or acupoints on the body….

Overview A chemical peel uses a special solution to remove the skin’s outermost layers, which triggers the growth of new, smoother skin. Treatments come in different…

Overview Cholecystectomy is the surgical procedure for removing the gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ located just below the liver. The gallbladder stores bile, which helps the…

Overview Main Categories of Biofeedback Biofeedback helps people gain more awareness and control over body functions that normally happen automatically. Several forms monitor specific signals from…

Overview A carotid ultrasound is a vascular ultrasound that uses sound waves to take images of the carotid arteries. These arteries are located on both sides…