Taylor Hospital's surgical division offers the following surgical procedures:

Colon/Rectal Surgery.  The colorectal surgeon treats diseases and performs surgery of the colon and rectum.

General Surgery.  General surgeons at Taylor Hospital have expertise in a wide variety of surgical procedures, including those related to the stomach, liver, gall bladder, pancreas and intestines as well as hernia, thyroid and problems of the head and neck. Many of our general surgeons also have expertise in surgery of the kidney, bladder, prostate and female organs. 

Urological Surgery.  Urological surgeons at Taylor Hospital are specialists in surgery of the kidneys, urinary tract and genital organs.

Gynecologic Surgery.  Taylor Hospital can accommodate all surgeries used in the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological illness. Treatments include all the current operative, hysteroscopic and laparoscopic procedures as well as tubal ligations and hysterectomies. Fertility-related procedures as well as oncological procedures also are performed at Taylor Hospital.

Ophthalmology.  Ophthalmologists are eye surgeons who diagnose and treat injuries and diseases of the eye. Taylor Hospital is one of very few hospitals in Delaware County that perform corneal transplants. Eye surgeons at Taylor also perform procedures that include surgery to correct disorders of the retinas as well as to treat cataracts and glaucoma.

Taylor Hospital offers Fast Track Cataract Outpatient Surgery conducted by our highly trained, specialized Eye Team. Patients enjoy the convenience of undergoing surgery while dressed in their street clothes. In just a short time, the procedure is over and the patient can go directly home, bypassing the recovery room in most cases. If extra care is needed, cataract patients benefit by having access to Taylor Hospital's complete team of experts and advanced technology.

Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery.  Oral surgery includes procedures related to the mouth, tooth extraction and jaw construction.

Orthopedics.  Orthopedic surgeons specialize in the treatment or correction of damage or deformities to the skeletal system, which includes the bones, joints, ligaments and tendons. Taylor Hospital surgeons excel in all orthopedic procedures, performing a full-range of surgeries--including total joint, shoulder and long bone.

In addition, Taylor orthopedic surgeons are experienced in the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients involved in sports or who want to start or maintain an active lifestyle. Sports Medicine is similar in many ways to orthopedic surgery. It more often involves innovative new technology, especially arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder.

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery.  Otolaryngology/Head and Neck surgeons at Taylor Hospital specialize in treatment and surgery of the ear, nose and throat.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.  Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons specialize in procedures that restore features after an injury as well as surgery to improve appearance.  Procedures performed at Taylor Hospital include removal of tumors as well as facelift, liposuction and abdominoplasty.

Podiatric Surgery.  Podiatric surgeons correct diseases, injuries and defects of the human foot.

Thoracic Surgery.  Thoracic surgeons specialize in treatment of the chest and lungs.

Vascular Surgery.  Vascular surgeons specialize in the treatment of diseases and blockages in arteries and veins throughout the body such as peripheral vascular disease and varicose veins. 

Whether you come to Taylor for a short outpatient surgical procedure or major surgery that requires a hospital stay, you can count on Taylor Hospital to provide the exceptional care that is always on the leading edge of medicine.

Taylor Hospital

175 East Chester Pike

Ridley Park, PA  19078

610-595-6000, or 1-800-CK-HEALTH