Patients diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism or an endocrine-related condition may require a surgical procedure to help their condition. Endocrine surgeons treat diseases related to the endocrine system by removing all or part of the affected gland. Surgery options include both minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures alongside open surgeries.

The parathyroid glands are located in the neck, near or attached to the thyroid gland. They produce parathyroid hormone, a chemical in the body that controls the levels of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D in the bones and blood. Hyperparathyroidism occurs when the parathyroid glands produce too much parathyroid hormone, which can cause symptoms such […]