By Bringing Specialty Medical Care Close To Home We Save Our Community Members Travel Time And Inconvenience.
Most procedures can be performed at YOUR local hospital, Palo Alto County Hospital instead of having to unnecessarily travel out of town. If your specialist recommends a surgical procedure or a additional testing, be sure to ask that it be done at YOUR local hospital, PACH.
At Palo Alto County Health System, we take extra care to make sure you are comfortable before and after surgery.
Inpatient & Outpatient Surgery
PACHS has a fantastic team of surgeons that perform both inpatient and outpatient procedures.
- General Surgery - Including obstetrical/gynecological and laparoscopic
- Ophthalmology - Cataract and laser procedures
- Otolaryngology (ENT)
- Urology
- Orthopedic
- Podiatry
Important Surgical Procedure Information
If You Need More Information, Call 712.852.5500 To Talk Our Team In The Surgery Department.
Inspire Therapy
Inspire therapy is a mask–free solution for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who have tried and struggled with CPAP. Through a simple–to–use system including the Inspire® implant, Inspire™ remote and Inspire® app, Inspire therapy enables you to control your OSA treatment from the palm of your hand.
How does Inspire therapy work?
During sleep, your tongue relaxes. For people with OSA, your tongue relaxes into a position that blocks your airway. While other OSA therapies use a hose and mask to force air through your airway, the Inspire implant works comfortably inside your body to sense when you take a breath. Then, it delivers gentle pulses that move your tongue forward to keep your airway open, helping you breathe regularly and sleep soundly. Simply use the small handheld Inspire® remote to turn your therapy on when you’re ready to sleep.
Is Inspire therapy right for you?
To be a candidate for Inspire therapy, you must meet the following FDA indications:
• Age 18 or older
• Diagnosed with moderate to severe OSA
• Have tried and struggled with CPAP
Get Started!
The first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. We’ll discuss your current therapy, provide details on Inspire therapy and answer your questions.
To learn more or find out if you’re a candidate for Inspire Therapy, call PACHS at 712-852-5500 today!
“Inspire therapy has been life-changing for many patients who struggle with CPAP,” said Dr. Dettmer, ENT physician at PACHS. “Our team has performed more than 800 Inspire procedures with excellent outcomes, and we’re excited to offer this innovative treatment option to our patients at PACHS.”
