Endocrine surgeon, Dr. Raymon Grogan, discusses Baylor College of Medicine’s approach to trans-oral endocrine surgery (scarless thyroid surgery). Trans-Oral Endocrine Surgery – Surgeons access the thyroid through minimally invasive incisions, typically through the lower lip, and use laparoscopic instruments to treat the thyroid. Unlike traditional thyroid procedures, patients who choose trans-oral endocrine surgery will not have any outwardly visible scars after surgery. This approach uses techniques that have been used in other types of minimally invasive surgeries. Find out why Baylor College of Medicine is the best choice for your needs. More Info: https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/care-centers/endocrine-surgery-clinic/procedures/scarless-thyroid-surgery

Watch an animation of transoral "scarless' robotic surgery to learn how it can be used as an alternative to traditional thyroid surgery to leave patients with no visible neck scar. Learn more at: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/otolaryngology/specialty_areas/thyroid/scarless-thyroid-surgery.html

Endocrine surgeon, Dr. Raymon Grogan, introduces Baylor College of Medicine as a top option for patients looking for trans-oral vestibular endocrine surgery. Baylor College of Medicine has one of the most well developed surgery departments in the country – providing unmatched resources, research-based techniques, and quality patient care. Choose Baylor College of Medicine for your trans-oral vestibular endocrine surgery. More Info: https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/care-centers/endocrine-surgery-clinic/procedures/scarless-thyroid-surgery

Johns Hopkins head and neck endocrine surgeon, Jonathon Russell, M.D. discusses transoral thyroidectomy, or scarless thyroid surgery. He explains the advantages of this surgery, who is a good candidate and what to expect after the procedure. Learn more at: http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/oto/thyroid/

Endocrine surgeon, Dr. Raymon Grogan, covers what to expect after your trans-oral endocrine surgery. The recovery time for the trans-oral is similar to the traditional approach. In the first 3-4 days, patients can expect a sore throat, stiff neck, scratchy voice, swelling, and/or bruising around the lip, chin, and neck. These effects typically disappear after 2 weeks. In general, patients are very pleased with the result of their trans-oral endocrine surgery. More Info: https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/care-centers/endocrine-surgery-clinic/procedures/scarless-thyroid-surgery