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Dr. Jagannath Dixit

, India, Bangalore

Surgical Oncologist • 18 years experience

English Hindi Kannada
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Dr Jagannath Dixit is one of the best Surgical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 18 years of experience and is associated with HCG Kalinga Rao Road.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jagannath Dixit is part of:

  • Associations of surgical Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • M.Ch

Hospital Address :

HCG Hospital, 2nd Cross Road, KHB Block Koramangala, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Aashish Shah

, India, Bangalore

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 20 years experience

English Hindi Marathi Kannada Gujarati
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Dr Aashish Shah is one of the best Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 19 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Certifications :

  • FRCS (Glasgow)
  • He is also a trained Robotic Surgeon, performing a range of Robotic GI procedures on the Da Vinci Xi system.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Sahyadri Layout, Panduranga Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Aashish Shah

  • Thoracoscopic surgeries esp complex Thoracoscopic Lung & Oesophageal Resection procedures, Bariatric surgical procedures, Endoscopic IG Balloon deployment.
  • Trained Robotic Surgeon, performing Robotic GI procedures on Da Vinci Xi system.
  • Gastrointestinal and laparoscopic surgeon, with 24 plus years of vast experience in advanced laparoscopic surgeries with 15,000 plus surgeries.
  • FRCS by RCPS, Glasgow, Laparoscopic & GI surgery & Advanced Laparoscopic Training, EITS, Strasbourg, France, & Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, NUH, Singapore.
  • Expertise in Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) and pioneered it at Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore, as Director of Minimal Access and Bariatric/Metabolic Surgery.
  • Laparoscopic Fundoplications for GERD & Visiting Laparoscopic Surgeon, healthcare organisations in Baghdad, Iraq, Uganda, & Fortis Clinique Darne, Mauritius.
  • Endoscopic Thyroid surgeries having trained at the renowned University Endocrine Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Dr. Ali Vefa Ozturk

, Turkey, Istanbul

Pulmonologist • 24 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr.Ali Vefa Ozturk is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 24 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.

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Dr. Murat Tan

, Turkey, Istanbul

General Surgeon • 19 years experience

English Turkish
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Dr.Murat Tan is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 19 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.
Dr. Sukumar A/L Nadesan

, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

General Surgeon • 43 years experience

Bahasa English Tamil
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Dr.Sukumar A/L Nadesan is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Malaysia. The doctor has 43 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Malaysia.
Dr. Affirul Chairil Ariffin

, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

General Surgeon • 14 years experience

Bahasa English
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Dr.Affirul Chairil Ariffin is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Malaysia. The doctor has 14 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Malaysia.
Dr. Emin Engin Ovalioglu

, Turkey, Bursa

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 30 years experience

Turkish & English
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Dr. Emin Engin Ovalioglu is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Bursa Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Emin Engin Ovalioglu is part of:

  • Laparascopic Surgery Association
  • Colorectal Surgery Association
  • National Association of Breast Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 1987 -Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1992 - Ankara Numune Hospital General Surgery Specialist

Hospital Address :

Krcaali, Medical Park Hastanesi, Fevzi

What is the medical expertise of Dr Emin Engin Ovalioglu?

  • Dr Emin Engin Ovalioglu is a leading general laparoscopic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in his area of expertise. He is well-regarded for his proficiency in performing hernia surgery, breast surgery, endocrine surgery, thyroid surgery and haemorrhoids surgery. He can treat conditions such as chronic hepatitis, colon cancer, inguinal hernia, Crohn's disease, acute appendicitis, and bowel diseases.
  • Owing to his professionalism and medical expertise, Dr Emin is a part of several esteemed organizations such as the Colorectal Surgery Association, the Laparoscopic Surgery Association, the National Surgery Association of Turkey, and the National Breast Surgery Association of Turkey.
  • Dr Emin Ovalioglu is an active researcher and contributed to studies such as the

" Traditional Surgical Case Research Study" in 1998.

Dr. Orhan Celen

, Turkey, Kocaeli

Surgical Oncologist • 32 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr. Orhan Celen is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kocaeli, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Orhan Celen is part of:

  • National Surgical Association
  • Ankara Surgical Association
  • Ankara Breast Diseases Association
  • Federation of Breast Diseases
  • European Society of Surgical Oncology

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  • Ankara Oncology Training and Research Hospital
  • Boston University School of Medicine, The University Hospital, Department of Surgical Oncology

Hospital Address :

G

What is the medical expertise of Dr Orhan Celen?

  • Dr Orhan Celen has more than 25 years of experience as a surgical oncologist. He specializes in thyroid cancer surgery, ovarian cancer surgery, pancreatic cancer surgery and breast cancer surgery.
  • He is a member of many professional organizations such as the Ankara Surgery Association, Breast Diseases Federation, European Society of Surgical Oncology and the National Society of Surgery.
  • Dr Celen has received several laurels for his contributions to the field of surgical oncology. He was awarded "the 3rd Prize at the National Surgery Congress Oral Presentation Competition" in 2006.
  • Dr Celen participates in many training courses on a regular basis to improve his knowledge and skills such as the Current Diagnosis and Treatment Course in Early Breast Cancer by Ankara Breast Diseases Association in Ankara, 2004 and Benign Breast Diseases Course by the Ankara Breast Diseases Association in Ankara, 2005.
  • Dr Orhan Celen has published his research in many leading national and international journals. His research work has been cited in more than 600 articles, journals and books.
Dr. Nadhem Ahmed Kaid Alsennami

, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 22 years experience

Arabic English
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Dr. Nadhem Ahmed Kaid Alsennami is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Saudi Arabia. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Riyadh Care Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nadhem Ahmed Kaid Alsennami is part of:

  • Jordanian Board

Qualifications :

  • He is certified in his field with Arab Board in General Surgery, and Jordanian Board in General Surgery

Hospital Address :

Riyadh Care Hospital, Unayzah Street, Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Dr. Rohit Kumar

, United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 13 years experience

Hindi English Bengali
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Dr. Rohit Kumar is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rohit Kumar is part of:

  • International Association of Surgeons Gastroenterologists and Oncologists (IASGO)
  • International Bariatric Club (IBC)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Colorectal Surgeons (IACSR)
  • Indian Association of Gastro-Endo Surgeons (IAGES)
  • Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgery of India (AMASI)
  • Hernia Society of India

Certifications :

  • FACS
  • FMABS
  • FIASGO
  • FHBPS
  • FIAGES
  • FMAS

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Aws Khidir Jassim

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 18 years experience

English Arabic
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Dr. Aws Khidir Jassim is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • MBChB
  • CABMS
Dr. Uzeyir Yerdelen

, Turkey, Ankara

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 37 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr. Uzeyir Yerdelen is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 37 Years of experience and is associated with Bayindir Healthcare Group.

Association and Memberships Dr. Uzeyir Yerdelen is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Surgical Society
  • Erzurum Surgery Association
  • Istanbul Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Specialist Training: Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery
  • Medical School: Ataturk University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere Mahallesi, Bayndr Hospital Kavakldere, Atat

Dr. Cihan Uras

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 35 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr. Cihan Uras is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 33 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Cihan Uras is part of:

  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • Endocrine Surgery Association
  • Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association
  • American Society of Breast Disease
  • National Hernia Association
  • Association of Breast Science (Seniology)
  • The Turkish Society of Menopaus and Osteoporosis
  • Turkish Surgical Association
  • Istanbul Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 1996 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery
  • 1990 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Department of General Surgery
  • 1986 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery
  • 1981 Trakya University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Dar

Dr. Nihat Yavuz

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 26 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr. Nihat Yavuz is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nihat Yavuz is part of:

  • National Surgery Association
  • Turkish Cancer Society
  • Endocrine Surgery Association
  • Turkish Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery
  • National Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery
  • International Laparoendoscopic Surgery Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Member of Turkish Hernia Society and Forensic Medicine Institute

Qualifications :

  • 1993 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery
  • 1984 Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

Dr. Metin Cakmakci

, Turkey, Kocaeli

Surgical Oncologist • 38 years experience

Turkish English
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Dr. Metin Cakmakci is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 34 Years of experience and is associated with Avcilar Anadolu Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Metin Cakmakci is part of:

  • Surgical Infection
  • National Surgery Journal
  • Emergency Medicine Journal
  • Intensive Care Journal
  • National Surgery Society
  • Endoscopic-Laparoscopic Surgery Society
  • Clinic Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition (KEPAN) Society
  • Surgical Infection Society of Europe ( President-Elect )
  • American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
  • European Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
  • Kocaeli Medical Chamber
  • Association Graduates of Istanbul Boys High School
  • Hacettepe Medical School Graduates Society

Qualifications :

  • İstanbul Erkek Lisesi (Istanbul Boys High School)
  • Hacettepe University Medical School

Hospital Address :

Mustafa Kemal Paa,

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Who are the top General Surgeons in All offering online consultation?

Following are some of the best general surgeon available for online consultation:

Who is a General Surgeon?

General surgeons are doctors who specialize in surgical procedures to treat conditions related to various body parts. A general surgeon is part of a surgical team that includes nurses, an anesthesiologist, and surgical technicians. A general surgeon has specialized knowledge of different surgical processes, from the initial evaluation through preparation and post-operative management.

A general surgeon understands all the below-given basic areas of surgery:

  • The endocrine system
  • Surgical management of traumatic injuries
  • Care of critically ill patients with surgical needs
  • The digestive tract
  • Surgical treatment of cancer
  • The abdomen and its contents
  • The skin and soft tissues, such as the breasts
  • The head and neck
  • The blood vessels, heart

Today, most general surgeons are familiar with minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopy. Laparoscopic surgeries make use of much smaller tools, including small cameras that allow the surgeon to see what is going on inside the body. These specialized instruments will help the surgeon make much smaller cuts than they could with conventional procedures.

General surgeons have a broad knowledge of different diseases and conditions. They will tell you whether you require surgery and what kind of surgery would be best for you. As general surgeon treats a variety of conditions, they need to meet unique needs.

What are the qualifications of a General Surgeon?

Anyone interested in becoming a general surgeon needs to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a general surgeon.

These doctors have special training in the field of general surgery. They have to earn an MBBS degree before focusing on their specialty area.

After obtaining an MBBS degree, the next step is to pursue the PG course, MS, which is one of the most popular PG courses after MBBS. This degree makes you eligible for practicing as a general surgeon. A surgeon's residency program includes at least 48 weeks of full-time work with patients.

Some of the specialization areas for a prospective general surgeon are:

  • General surgery
  • Gynecologic oncology
  • Ophthalmic
  • Orthopedic
  • Pediatric
  • Urology
  • Colon and rectal
  • Cardiothoracic
  • Gynaecology, Obstetrics
  • Neurological
What conditions do General Surgeons treat?

General surgeons provide medical as well as surgical care. They focus on injuries and conditions affecting the breasts, abdomen, digestive system, skin, and endocrine system. They also evaluate imaging tests, lab tests, and biopsies as part of delivering care. Surgeons treat people of all ages, with a wide range of conditions.

Here are some common conditions they treat:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Gallbladder Inflammation and Ggeneral surgeontones
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Diseases: gastroesophageal reflux disease, liver cirrhosis, ulcers, gastritis, pancreatitis, and inflammatory bowel disease
  • Hernia, cancer
  • Thyroid disorders: thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, goiter, and non-cancerous thyroid tumors, cysts, or nodules
  • Varicose veins
What diagnostic tests are required by General Surgeon?

Many general surgeons recommend routine laboratory tests before admission to the hospital, or before some outpatient procedures, to identify exact problems that may complicate surgery if not detected and treated early. A general surgeon may tell you to get the below tests done to identify your condition and design a treatment plan accordingly.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Chest X-rays
  • Urinalysis
  • White blood count
  • CT scan, MRI scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan
  • Endoscopy
  • Biopsy
  • Coloscopy
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colposcopy
  • Echocardiogram
When should you visit a General Surgeon?

Your doctor/general physician may refer you to a general surgeon depending on the diagnostic reports and the complexity of your condition. General physicians and other doctors work very closely with general surgeons in case the treatment plan requires an invasive approach. It may be because the medications are not working and there’s a disease that needs to be removed surgically by a general surgeon.

Below are some symptoms which suggest that you need to consult a general surgeon to discuss your problem and get treatment options.

  • Skin lesions
  • Breast lumps
  • Consistent pain in the abdomen
  • Gallbladder disease or ggeneral surgeontone
  • Hernia
  • Intestinal obstruction or perforation
  • Gastrointestinal problem
  • Inflammation in internal organs
  • Uncontrolled internal bleeding
  • Appendicitis
  • Gunshot wound
What can you expect from your first visit with a General Surgeon?

When you visit with a general surgeon, they will thoroughly evaluate your health in order to make sure that surgery is the right option for you. The surgeon will also explain the procedure and answer your queries about the procedure.

Your first visit with a surgeon typically is a consultation designed to assess your medical history and tests, review how the problem may be affecting you, and completely examine you to collect the necessary information that will help in deciding the next steps together. Sometimes, we might need more information like additional tests and discussions with your PCP to ensure that all of the medical issues have been addressed.

Your general surgeon will tell you how to get ready for the operation, including:

  • If you need to take any medications
  • If you need to take any tests
  • Whether you have to avoid drinking or eating before the procedure

The surgeon will tell you what to expect during your recovery. If your surgery needs a hospital stay, they will tell you how long you could expect to stay in the hospital and what you will require once you are discharged.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a General Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a general surgeon include:

  • Laparoscopic / Open Appendicectomy
  • Minimal Invasive Haemrrhoidectomy (Stapled hemorrhoidectomy)
  • Laparoscopic / Open Cholecystectomy
  • Surgery for Gynaecomastia
  • Modified Radical Mastectomy
  • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
  • Appendectomy
  • Cesarean section
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hysterectomy
  • Inguinal hernia repairs
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
  • Breast Biopsy, Core
  • Breast Biopsy, Open/Lumpetomy
  • Colon Cancer Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoids (Advanced)
  • Colon Resection
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Lung Surgery
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vinus Closure

FAQs related to

Who is a General Surgeon?

General surgeons are doctors who specialize in surgical procedures to treat conditions related to various body parts. A general surgeon is part of a surgical team that includes nurses, an anesthesiologist, and surgical technicians. A general surgeon has specialized knowledge of different surgical processes, from the initial evaluation through preparation and post-operative management.

A general surgeon understands all the below-given basic areas of surgery:

  • The endocrine system
  • Surgical management of traumatic injuries
  • Care of critically ill patients with surgical needs
  • The digestive tract
  • Surgical treatment of cancer
  • The abdomen and its contents
  • The skin and soft tissues, such as the breasts
  • The head and neck
  • The blood vessels, heart

Today, most general surgeons are familiar with minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopy. Laparoscopic surgeries make use of much smaller tools, including small cameras that allow the surgeon to see what is going on inside the body. These specialized instruments will help the surgeon make much smaller cuts than they could with conventional procedures.

General surgeons have a broad knowledge of different diseases and conditions. They will tell you whether you require surgery and what kind of surgery would be best for you. As general surgeon treats a variety of conditions, they need to meet unique needs.

What are the qualifications of a General Surgeon?

Anyone interested in becoming a general surgeon needs to go through a long period of medical education for acquiring board certification and licensure. After completing 10+2 with PCB, a candidate can continue your further studies towards becoming a general surgeon.

These doctors have special training in the field of general surgery. They have to earn an MBBS degree before focusing on their specialty area.

After obtaining an MBBS degree, the next step is to pursue the PG course, MS, which is one of the most popular PG courses after MBBS. This degree makes you eligible for practicing as a general surgeon. A surgeon's residency program includes at least 48 weeks of full-time work with patients.

Some of the specialization areas for a prospective general surgeon are:

  • General surgery
  • Gynecologic oncology
  • Ophthalmic
  • Orthopedic
  • Pediatric
  • Urology
  • Colon and rectal
  • Cardiothoracic
  • Gynaecology, Obstetrics
  • Neurological
What conditions do General Surgeons treat?

General surgeons provide medical as well as surgical care. They focus on injuries and conditions affecting the breasts, abdomen, digestive system, skin, and endocrine system. They also evaluate imaging tests, lab tests, and biopsies as part of delivering care. Surgeons treat people of all ages, with a wide range of conditions.

Here are some common conditions they treat:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Gallbladder Inflammation and Gallstones
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Diseases: gastroesophageal reflux disease, liver cirrhosis, ulcers, gastritis, pancreatitis, and inflammatory bowel disease
  • Hernia, cancer
  • Thyroid disorders: thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, goiter, and non-cancerous thyroid tumors, cysts, or nodules
  • Varicose veins
What diagnostic tests are required by General Surgeon?

Many general surgeons recommend routine laboratory tests before admission to the hospital, or before some outpatient procedures, to identify exact problems that may complicate surgery if not detected and treated early. A general surgeon may tell you to get the below tests done to identify your condition and design a treatment plan accordingly.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Chest X-rays
  • Urinalysis
  • White blood count
  • CT scan, MRI scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan
  • Endoscopy
  • Biopsy
  • Coloscopy
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colposcopy
  • Echocardiogram
When should you visit a General Surgeon?

Your doctor/general physician may refer you to a general surgeon depending on the diagnostic reports and the complexity of your condition. General physicians and other doctors work very closely with general surgeons in case the treatment plan requires an invasive approach. It may be because the medications are not working and there’s a disease that needs to be removed surgically by a general surgeon.

Below are some symptoms which suggest that you need to consult a general surgeon to discuss your problem and get treatment options.

  • Skin lesions
  • Breast lumps
  • Consistent pain in the abdomen
  • Gallbladder disease or gallstone
  • Hernia
  • Intestinal obstruction or perforation
  • Gastrointestinal problem
  • Inflammation in internal organs
  • Uncontrolled internal bleeding
  • Appendicitis
  • Gunshot wound
What can you expect from your first visit with a General Surgeon?

When you visit with a general surgeon, they will thoroughly evaluate your health in order to make sure that surgery is the right option for you. The surgeon will also explain the procedure and answer your queries about the procedure.

Your first visit with a surgeon typically is a consultation designed to assess your medical history and tests, review how the problem may be affecting you, and completely examine you to collect the necessary information that will help in deciding the next steps together. Sometimes, we might need more information like additional tests and discussions with your PCP to ensure that all of the medical issues have been addressed.

Your general surgeon will tell you how to get ready for the operation, including:

  • If you need to take any medications
  • If you need to take any tests
  • Whether you have to avoid drinking or eating before the procedure

The surgeon will tell you what to expect during your recovery. If your surgery needs a hospital stay, they will tell you how long you could expect to stay in the hospital and what you will require once you are discharged.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a General Surgeon?

Some common procedures performed by a general surgeon include:

  • Laparoscopic / Open Appendicectomy
  • Minimal Invasive Haemrrhoidectomy (Stapled hemorrhoidectomy)
  • Laparoscopic / Open Cholecystectomy
  • Surgery for Gynaecomastia
  • Modified Radical Mastectomy
  • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
  • Appendectomy
  • Cesarean section
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hysterectomy
  • Inguinal hernia repairs
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
  • Breast Biopsy, Core
  • Breast Biopsy, Open/Lumpetomy
  • Colon Cancer Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoids (Advanced)
  • Colon Resection
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Lung Surgery
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vinus Closure

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About General Surgeon

A general surgeon is a doctor specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient including pre-operative, operative, and post-operative management of patient care. Surgery requires knowledge, training and experience of human anatomy, emergency and intensive care, immunology, metabolism, nutrition, pathology, physiology, shock and resuscitation and wound healing.

General surgeon is trained to provide surgical care to the patient which includes examining the patient and his medical reports, diagnosing the disorder or condition requiring surgery, pre-operative, operative and post-operative management of the patient care, and the surgical treatment of the:

  • Alimentary tract (esophagus and related organs)
  • Abdomen and its contents
  • Breast, skin, and soft tissue
  • Endocrine system

Procedures Performed

  • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
  • Breast Biopsy, Core
  • Breast Biopsy, Open/Lumpetomy
  • Colon Cancer Surgery
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hemorrhoids (Advanced)
  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
  • Laparoscopic Colon Resection
  • Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication
  • Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Lung Surgery
  • Sclerotherapy and Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Ultrasound
  • Varicose Veins
  • VINUS Closure

Top General Surgeons

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Pradeep JainFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Muneendra GuptaManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Rimantas BausysKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Voratape KijtaveeBangpakok 9 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Sharad SharmaFortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai
Dr. Ertugrul GaziogluLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Sleiman GebranNMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Gilbert AyoubNMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi

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Which are the countries where we can find General Surgeon?

Popular General Surgeon in Top Countries are :

Type of General Surgeon available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • General Laparoscopic Surgeon

Top Rated Hospitals Where We Can Find General Surgeon Worldwide?

List of Top Rated Hospitals where we can find General Surgeon Worldwide are as followed:

Can we get the list of General Surgeon worldwide in any other language?

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