CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

Advanced general surgery in Corpus Christi

High-precision care close to home.

With CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic, you can receive care from a leading surgery team right here in Corpus Christi.

You benefit from a surgery team with nearly 30 years of combined experience and a track record of over 3,000 successful robotic procedures. As your neighbor, you receive care from a team that has spent decades serving families throughout Corpus Christi and the surrounding areas.

Conditions treated & procedures performed

• Hernia Repair: Specialized treatment for inguinal, ventral, umbilical, hiatal, and complex incisional hernia.
• Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Advanced care for complex or recurrent hernia requiring structural reinforcement.
• Gallbladder & Biliary Care: Expert management of gallstones, cholecystitis, and complex gallbladder pathology.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery: Precision care for diverticulitis (colectomy), small bowel disease, appendicitis, and bowel obstructions.
• Reflux & Diaphragmatic Care: Hiatal and paraoesophageal hernia repair for the management of GERD.
• Endocrine Surgery: Specialized procedures for thyroid and parathyroid disorders.
• Advanced Robotics: Robotic-assisted adrenalectomy, gastrectomy, and splenectomy.
• Soft Tissue Care: Treatment for various soft tissue masses and skin malignancies.
• Breast Lump Removal: Evaluation and surgical removal of breast lumps, including benign masses and cancerous tumors, using modern localization and minimally invasive techniques when appropriate.

A recognized leader in robotic surgery

You are treated by a team that includes a recognized robotic surgery instructor who travels across Texas to teach advanced hernia and gallbladder repairs to other surgeons.

The CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic is a Surgical Review Corporation designated the Center of Excellence. This means our systems, safety protocols, and patient outcomes have been independently verified to meet the highest standards in the nation.

You will get treatment from a team that prioritizes advanced techniques, from complex abdominal wall reconstruction to wireless breast surgery after they have thoroughly been validated as the gold standard for success.

Recovery in Corpus Christi: back to your life, faster

Whether you are a refinery worker, a teacher, or a weekend fisherman in Port Aransas, we know that "recovery" means getting back to your specific life. To help you get there, we utilize the da Vinci 5 robotic platform, the latest evolution in surgical technology and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocols.

What this means for you:

Faster Return to Work: For standard procedures like gallbladder or hernia repair, many patients with desk jobs return to work in as little as 4 days. For those in the oil field or heavy labor, we target a 10-day return. Recovery timelines are personalized; your specific return-to-work date depends on your condition and treatment plan.

Driving the Next Day: Because our robotic techniques result in smaller incisions and less pain, most patients can drive within 24 hours, provided they no longer require prescription pain medication and are cleared by your doctor.

Invisible Recovery: Ask about our eTEP and Bikini Line procedures, advanced techniques that camouflage surgical scars for a more cosmetically minded recovery.

Your seamless journey: From clinic to OR

We provide a coordinated experience that simplifies your care. We operate as an integrated care system to keep your journey straightforward.

Start at the Clinic: Your journey begins at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. We prioritize fast access for local referrals, moving you from your initial visit to a solution as quickly as possible.

The Digital Connection: Because we use EPIC, we are directly linked to your CHRISTUS Primary Care Provider. Your doctor has immediate access to your results and surgical plans, ensuring your care team is on the same page.

The Surgical Center: If surgery is required, it is performed at our specialized surgical hospital. This ensures your procedure takes place in a sterile, high-tech environment optimized for advanced tools like the da Vinci 5 robot.

Specialized Care Beyond the Routine

While we are the Coastal Bend’s choice for hernia and gallbladder care, our expertise extends to complex procedures that provide the highest standard of modern care:

• Wireless Breast Localization: A modern, magnetic approach to breast cancer surgery that provides a more comfortable experience on the day of surgery.
• Complex Abdominal Reconstruction: We handle the difficult incisional and ventral hernias that other practices often refer out.
• Gastrointestinal & Oncology: Expert management of diverticulitis (robotic colectomy), thyroid/parathyroid disorders, and skin malignancies (melanoma).