Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive or endoscopic surgery, now allows performing an operation through a few 1-2 cm incisions, using tiny and precise instruments. Special cameras enable a surgeon to inspect the interior of the body, providing several times magnification and 2-D visual orientation. In most cases, laparoscopic procedures are preferable to traditional open surgery, which require large incisions and have post operative complications such as: risk of infection, long hospital stays and slow recovery, and perquisite blood transfusions. Laparoscopic technology minimize possible side effects, making post operative surgery and recovery less traumatic for patients.

Laparoscopic surgery is generally very safe when performed by a trained and experienced surgeon familiar with both open and laparoscopic procedures. Dr. O’Connell has over 30 years of successful practice in open surgery. He has been the chief of Urology at Delaware County Memorial Hospital since 1987. Dr. O’Connell is a pioneer in minimally invasive laparoscopy technology and specializes in performing the following procedures: