Conditions We Treat
Surgical Conditions
Understanding your diagnosis is the first step. Dr. Toomey explains each condition in plain language and outlines surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
An inguinal hernia occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the groin muscles. It's the most common hernia type — nearly always requiring surgical repair to prevent complications.
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Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
An umbilical hernia occurs when tissue protrudes through the abdominal wall at the navel. Dr. Toomey repairs umbilical hernias using minimally invasive robotic technique.
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Gallbladder
Gallstones
Gallstones form when bile hardens in the gallbladder. Symptomatic gallstones cause severe upper abdominal pain and often require cholecystectomy.
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Gallbladder
Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder, usually caused by a gallstone blocking the cystic duct. Acute cholecystitis is a medical emergency requiring prompt surgical treatment.
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Colorectal
Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis occurs when small pouches in the colon become inflamed or infected. Most cases resolve with antibiotics, but recurrent or complicated cases often require surgical resection.
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Acute Abdomen
Appendicitis
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix requiring prompt diagnosis and usually surgical removal. Dr. Toomey performs laparoscopic appendectomy at Manatee Memorial and Blake Medical Center.
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Cancer
Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the US — and highly curable when caught early. Dr. Toomey performs minimally invasive colon resection for cancer with coordination through a multidisciplinary oncology team.
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Thyroid
Thyroid Nodules
Thyroid nodules are found in up to 65% of the population on ultrasound. Most are benign. Dr. Toomey evaluates nodule characteristics and coordinates appropriate follow-up.
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is the most common endocrine malignancy — with excellent prognosis when treated appropriately. Dr. Toomey performs total or partial thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer.
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Upper GI
GERD & Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects 20% of Americans. When medications fail to control symptoms or a hiatal hernia is present, surgical repair may provide lasting relief.
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Hernia
Hernia Symptoms
Hernias present in many ways depending on type and location. Understanding the signs helps patients seek timely evaluation before complications develop.
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Soft Tissue
Lumps and Bumps
Soft tissue lumps and bumps are common — most are benign, but surgical evaluation ensures nothing is missed. Dr. Toomey evaluates, biopsies, and removes soft tissue masses with pathology on all specimens.
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Anorectal
Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in and around the rectum and anus. Most respond to conservative treatment, but severe or persistent hemorrhoids benefit from procedural or surgical treatment.
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Anorectal
Pilonidal Disease
Pilonidal disease causes pain, infection, and chronic drainage at the tailbone. Without proper surgical treatment, recurrence is extremely common. Dr. Toomey performs cleft lift for definitive repair.
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Complex Hernia
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Large or recurrent hernias with significant abdominal wall defects require complex reconstruction beyond standard mesh repair. Dr. Toomey performs component separation and advanced mesh techniques.
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Colorectal
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum protrudes through the anus. It causes significant quality-of-life impairment and typically requires surgical correction.
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Acute Abdomen
Acute Abdominal Pain
Severe abdominal pain may indicate a surgical emergency. Dr. Toomey evaluates acute abdominal presentations at Manatee Memorial and Blake Medical Center and performs emergency surgery when indicated.
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Skin Cancer
Melanoma
Melanoma is the most serious skin cancer — but highly curable when diagnosed and treated early. Dr. Toomey performs wide local excision and sentinel lymph node biopsy for accurate staging.
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GI Emergency
Bowel Obstruction
Bowel obstruction prevents normal passage of intestinal contents — causing pain, vomiting, and distension. It requires urgent evaluation and may require emergency surgery.
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Pancreas
Pancreatitis & Gallstone Pancreatitis
Gallstone pancreatitis occurs when a gallstone obstructs the common bile duct or pancreatic duct. After resolution of the acute episode, cholecystectomy is required to prevent recurrence.
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