UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko: What to Expect After Laparoscopic Surgery

UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko offers patients the short- and long-term benefits of laparoscopic surgery—minimally-invasive procedures Dr. Latzko and his team utilize to treat conditions of the stomach, esophagus, colon, pancreas, bile ducts and more.

But while Dr. Michael Latzko offers this procedure as a safe and effective alternative to traditional surgery, he also understands the special care patients should take following such treatment—particularly when it comes to adhering to the physician’s post-surgery recommendations.

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What to Expect Following Surgery

·         Patients who have recently undergone laparoscopic surgery should expect to:

·         Engage only in light activity at home, and to avoid heavy lifting for a specified period of time.

·         Adhere to any/all diet modifications/restrictions recommended by the physician—which typically involve beginning with liquids and moving gradually into solid foods.

·         Return to normal activities—such as driving, showering, lifting, working, walking upstairs, etc.—after a short period of time (though this time period varies depending on the procedure performed).

·         Follow up with their physician if necessary.

Dr. Latzko is a patient-focused physician who takes care to deliver the treatments that work best for each patient’s unique health and situation.

UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko: Professional Awards

UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko specializes in minimally invasive surgery in Sebring, Florida. He won numerous awards throughout his academic and teaching career, including the Donald K. Brief Award for Excellence in Teaching; the Wad J. Dunnican Award for Outstanding Service in General Surgery; the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons-Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Award; and the Best Clinical Research Paper during the American College of Surgeons New Jersey Manuscript Competition.

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UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko: Volunteer Work

UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko devotes much of his time to the precise, compassionate treatment of patients at Surgical Specialists—a practice located in Sebring, Florida. When not at work, Dr. Latzko is dedicated to making a difference in the local community—particularly for such disadvantaged populations as the neglected and abused animals and impoverished families. He volunteers at St. Francis and the Jacksonville Humane Society.

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UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko: Recent Career

UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko is currently a practicing, board-certified, minimally-invasive surgeon at Surgical Specialists in Sebring, Florida. He completed a residency in general surgery at the Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey; and a minimally-invasive fellowship at the University of Florida. He went on to serve as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida—a position he held until November 2017.

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Dr. Michael Latzko: Accepting New Patients

Dr. Michael Latzko is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon who received his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. He specializes in minimally-invasive surgery to treat diseases of the GI tract, and in laparoscopic hernia repair. Presently, he’s working with Surgical Specialists in Sebring, Florida, and he’s accepting new patients. Make an appointment with Dr. Latzko and his team by calling (863) 402-3161.

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Dr. Michael Latzko: “Very Knowledgeable”

Dr. Michael Latzko is an experienced general surgeon with a positive reputation among both patients and colleagues. He has extensive training and years of experience, and he’s currently based in Sebring, Florida, where he works with Surgical Specialists. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at Monmouth Medical Center. Dr. Latzko then completed a fellowship in minimally invasive advanced GI surgery at the University of Florida. He also served as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Florida.

“This Doctor is great! VERY PERSONABLE,” wrote one of Dr. Michael Latzko’s patients in a testimonial. “Very knowledgeable and explains everything very well. I highly applaud him as a person and as a surgeon.”

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Michael Latzko’s career and make an appointment with him through Surgical Specialists, call (863) 402-3161. His office is located at 4301 Sun 'N Lake Blvd., Suite 102, in Sebring, Florida.

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About Dr. Michael Latzko

Dr. Michael Latzko is an experienced surgeon who earned his Doctor of Medicine from St. George's University School of Medicine. He’s based in Florida, where he works with Surgical Specialists, and he has years of experience. Dr. Latzko’s areas of specialization include minimally-invasive surgical treatment of diseases of the colon, stomach, bile ducts, pancreas and bowel, and laparoscopic hernia repair. He has received positive reviews from his patients on multiple occasions, and he hopes to have a long career of helping people as a medical professional.

Minimally-invasive surgeries, like those Dr. Michael Latzko, performs on a regular basis, are completed with multiple small incisions instead of one large incision. This reduces the required hospital stay, speeds up recovery time, reduces pain felt by the patient and lowers the rate of trauma to the muscles, nerves, and tissues.

Dr. Michael Latzko is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and fellowship-trained. He completed his general surgery residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey and he completed a fellowship in minimally-invasive and advanced GI surgery at the University of Florida.

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