Minor Surgical Procedures in Boulder, CO

In addition to the bulk of surgical procedures we have listed, we also perform other minor surgical procedures in Boulder, CO. Please keep in mind that many of our surgical procedures occur in the convenience of our state-of-the-art office but some may be performed in the operating room.

In-Office and Outpatient Surgical Treatments We Offer

Hemorrhoid Banding

Hemorrhoid banding or rubber band ligation is a minimally invasive technique used to treat internal hemorrhoids. In order to stop the hemorrhoid’s blood flow and cause it to shrink and fall out, tiny rubber bands are wrapped around its base.

Lipoma Removal

This simple outpatient procedure involves surgical incision or liposuction removal of a lipoma, a slow-growing, fatty lump between the skin and the muscle layer underneath.

Muscle Biopsy

This is a surgical procedure where small muscle tissue is removed and probed using a microscope to find any muscle-related issues.

Nerve Biopsy

This involves a procedure where small nerve tissue is removed and examined under a microscope to diagnose nerve-related conditions.

Pilonidal Cyst Removal

This is a minor procedure for surgically removing a pilonidal cyst or sinus in a pocket of tissue that forms in the skin, usually in the crease between the buttocks.

Port Placement and Removal for Chemotherapy

The procedure involves placing and removing a small device called a chemo port (port-a-cath) under the skin of the upper chest, just below the collarbone, where a catheter is connected for chemotherapy.

Skin and Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (i.e., Melanoma and Sarcoma)

The procedure involves surgically removing soft tissue sarcoma (cancer tumors) or melanoma (skin cancer) using different techniques like Mohs microscopic surgery, wide local excision, or amputation (in rare cases).

Vasectomy

This is a surgical procedure that involves cutting and sealing the tubes that deliver sperm to prevent conception effectively.

Varicose Vein Removal

This involves the removal of bulging, swollen veins (usually in the legs) using surgical and non-surgical techniques.

Minor Surgical Procedures at Alpine Surgical

If you are unsure if we offer a particular procedure, please contact us at 303‑449‑3642, and we would be happy to answer any questions you might have.  Our friendly staff will also gladly give you more information about our minor surgical procedures in Boulder, CO.