Kidney removal, medically known as a nephrectomy, is a major surgical procedure performed to treat kidney disease, cancer, or to enable a healthy individual to donate a kidney. While the operation can ...

When irreversible damage to your kidneys prevents them from functioning enough to support your body’s needs, your doctor may recommend a bilateral nephrectomy. This is the surgical removal of both ...

Robotic and minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery may reduce pain, shorten recovery time and preserve kidney function, according to Dr. Armine Smith. Robotic and minimally invasive surgery for ...