Dr. Alan F. Jacks - Scope of Practice
The scope of Dr. Alan F. Jacks' surgical practice is broad, and new skills and updates are constantly being acquired through advanced post-graduate training.
Areas of special interest to Dr. Jacks include diseases of the breast and gastrointestinal tract - both benign and malignant.
The latest minimally invasive surgical techniques are offered in the treatment of these diseases, including advanced laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, conservative breast surgery and sentinel node technology in the treatment of cancer.
Surgery for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, hernias, gallbladder disease and thyroid disease is also a very large component of this practice.
Surgery for vascular disease, especially carotid disease, is also performed with excellent results.
