With advances in modern medicine—from high resolution scans to online diagnosis—patients are able to identify problems with more certainty than ever before. However, when it comes to targeting illnesses early, especially in highly sensitive intestinal and abdominal areas, there's no better barometer than patients listening to their own body."The body will talk to you," said Dr. Har Chi ...

When it comes to undergoing surgery, is opting for a minimally invasive procedure always best? According to Dr. Har Chi Lau, a surgeon at Hudson Valley Surgical Group in Sleepy Hollow, the answer is a bit more complicated than a simple "yes."Before making any surgical decisions, it's important to first understand what minimally invasive surgery is. "Minimally invasive surgery is ...

A cancer diagnosis often begins a frightening and uncertain time for many people. In some cases however, developing certain cancers can serve as a warning sign of larger biological problems that may open the door to additional cancers.Also known as hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer - or HNPCC - Lynch Syndrome is a condition in which genetic defects in a patient result in an ...

While the gallbladder originally served an important role for early humans, our modern diet has rendered this digestive organ all but unnecessary. However, if something goes wrong within the pear-sized pouch, the forgettable organ can suddenly become a major problem."The gallbladder is designed to hold bile when you eat certain foods," said Dr. Har Chi Lau of Hudson Valley Surgical ...

Curious about treatment for abdominal pain, hernias, thyroid disorders or other minimally invasive surgeries? Dr. Har Chi Lau and Hudson Valley Surgical Group want to hear YOUR medical questions! Email asklau@dailyvoice.com with the subject line 'Ask A Doc' for the chance to have your question answered and featured in the next monthly column. Although nearly 5 million hernias develop ...

Undergoing an abdominal surgery can be stressful enough. But when certain medical issues require multiple procedures to be performed in the same area, it’s important to utilize the best resources available to ensure a safe and sustainable outcome. Although not a routine occurrence, undergoing multiple abdominal surgical procedures does happen and can often stem from several common ...

SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- If you're experiencing fatigue, weight gain, chills or hair loss, your thyroid gland could be to blame. This regulator of body and mind can wreak problems on the whole body, which is why getting the right treatment is critical to feeling your best.Sleepy Hollow-based, Hudson Valley Surgical Group has conducted countless thyroid procedures and can create custom ...

SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- Hernias can cause discomfort in the abdomen, making daily life near impossible. Sleepy Hollow-based, Hudson Valley Surgical Group understands this problem and creates custom solutions to help each patient get back on their feet in no time. A hernia is a hole in the abdominal wall and occurs when an organ or a piece of tissue protrudes through the muscle. Anything ...

SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- While October is best known for pumpkin picking and beautiful fall foliage, it's also synonymous with breast cancer awareness. The Breast Care team at Hudson Valley Surgical Group is thinking pink this month and offering all-inclusive treatment, in a safe, experienced environment. Breast care requires a multi-faceted treatment plan. To meet this need, the ...

SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- When a surgery is needed, many people have trouble finding the right doctor for the job. Luckily, the team at Hudson Valley Surgical Group has been recognized as one of the best in American medicine. Both Robert Raniolo, founder of Hudson Valley Surgical Group, and his partner, Dr. Har Chi Lau, have been selected as two of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors™ in America ...