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Dr. Hazim K Al Mance

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Hazim K Al Mance is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 27 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.

Certifications :

  • Certificate of the Arab Board of Medical Specialization in General Surgery (1997)

Qualifications :

  • M.B.CH.B from Mosul University in Iraq (1986)

Hospital Address :

Al Zahra Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Randeep Wadhawan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Randeep Wadhawan is one of the most sought after Gastrointestinal Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospital, Dwarka.

Dr. Yogesh Agarwal

General Surgeon

, Ghaziabad, India

38 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr.Yogesh Agarwal is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 38 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.

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Dr. Yildiray Yuzer

General Surgery

, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr.Yildiray Yuzer is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 38 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.
Dr. Sirri Ozkan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

38 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sirri Ozkan is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital General Surgery
  • 1986 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

Dr. Prasy Ahmed Abdelaziz

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai, English

 


Dr. Prasy Ahmed Abdelaziz is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Bangpakok 9 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University
  • Diplomate Thai Board of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University

Hospital Address :

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, International Hospital, Rama II Road, Bang Mot, Chom Thong, Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. Santiyingrat

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

of experience

Speaks: Thai, English

 


Dr. Santiyingrat is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • M.D., Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University
  • Diploma of Thai Board : Siriraj Surgery
  • Diploma of Thai Board : Ratchawithi Surgery
Dr. Satyajit Godhi

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr. Satyajit Godhi is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 7 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. Satyajit Godhi is part of:

  • ASI
  • INDIAN ASSOCIATION OF SURGICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • Mch

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Salil Avinash Vengsarkar

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Salil Avinash Vengsarkar is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with .

Certifications :

  • Fellowships minimally invasive surgery (Laparoscopy) in Australia and Singapore

Qualifications :

  • Graduate - KEM and Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, India.
Dr. Hatem Jabbes

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, La Marsa, Tunisia

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Hatem Jabbes is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Tunisia. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Marsa, Tunisia. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Chirurgie Pro.

Certifications :

  • February 1994 - June 1994: internship in Professor H. Bismuth's hepato-biliary centre at Paul Brousse Hospital, Paris- France July 1994 - November 1994: internship in the coelioscopic surgery department of Professor F. Dubois at the Porte de Choisy clinic, Paris-France
  • March 2003: Obesity surgery training in the department of Dr. Chipponi, Metz - France
  • April 2007: Obesity surgery training in the department of Dr. Dargeant, Lyon- France

Qualifications :

  • June 1994: Graduated from the University of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation at the Faculty of Medicine Paris South
  • September 1994: Graduated from the University of Cœlioscopic Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine Paris VI
  • December 1995: Admission to the National General Surgery Aggregation Competition
  • September 1993 - January 1994: internship in the digestive surgery department of Professor R. Parc at Saint Antoine Hospital, Paris - France

Hospital Address :

ChirurgiePro Aesthetic Surgery Tunisia, Rue Imam Abou Hanifa, La Marsa, Tunisia

What is the medical expertise of Dr Hatem Jabbes?

  • Dr Hatem Jabbes has more than 28 years of experience in the field of bariatric and digestive surgery. He is well-versed in advanced laparoscopic techniques and is renowned for performing procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy, inguinal hernia repair, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, mini bypass, and gastric plicature surgeries efficiently.
  • Dr Jabbes is a member of professional bodies such as the French Society for Obesity and Metabolic Surgery and the International Federation of Bariatric Surgery. He is also a founding member of the Association for Research in Surgery of the Digestive Apparatus. Dr Jabbes was also a member of the Tunis Regional Council of the Order of Physicians and the National Council of the Order of Physicians.
  • He obtained training in Bariatric surgery at IRCAD, Strasbourg and at the Department of Dr Dillemans in Belgium. Additionally, Dr Hatem completed his training in obesity surgery in the Department of Dr Dargeant in Lyon.

Dr. Atef Faisal Mostafa Bassas

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Atef Faisal Mostafa Bassas 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 Care National Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Atef Faisal Mostafa Bassas is part of:

  • Royal College of Ireland

Qualifications :

  • MBBS king Saud 1985
  • FRCS royal college Ireland 1993
  • FACHARZ University hospital Hamburg 1998

Hospital Address :

Care National Hospital, Umar Ibn Abdul Aziz Road, Riyadh Saudi Arabia

Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal

Laparoscopic Surgeon

Karnal, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Karnal, India. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Nitin Kumar Bansal is part of:

  • Association of surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • He has done Advance Training in Bariatric Surgery from Dukes University, Durham ( North Carolina) USA.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB (General Surgery)
  • FNB

What is the medical expertise of Dr Nitin Kumar Bansal?

  • Dr Nitin Kumar Bansal is an experienced laparoscopic, bariatric and GI surgeon with 9 years of experience in performing advanced laparoscopic procedures for various diseases.
  • Dr Bansal is adept at performing gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic procedures for hernia and gallstones, laparoscopic colorectal surgeries, and laparoscopic surgery for ovarian tumours.
  • Dr Nitin Kumar Bansal specializes in providing effective treatments for conditions like gallstones, varicose veins, GERD, inflammatory bowel disease, oesophagal disorders, hernia and appendicitis.
  • His qualifications include MBBS(PGIMS, Rohtak), DNB in General Surgery (Mohan Dai Oswal Cancer Hospital), FNB and FACS. Additionally, he also completed his training in Robotic surgery at the Institute of Robotic Surgery at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital.
  • Dr Nitin Kumar Bansal is a member of the Association of Surgeons of India.
Dr. Anwar Kamel Bahat Mohamed Oraby

Laparoscopic Surgeon

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

24 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Arabic

 


Dr. Anwar Kamel Bahat Mohamed Oraby is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • MBBCh
  • MS
  • MD
Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Khalifa City Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Bart Van Wagensveld is part of:

  • Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)A
  • American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
  • European Association for Endoscopic Surgery and other interventional techniques (EAES)
  • Dutch Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (DSMBS)
  • Dutch Society for Gastroenterology
  • Dutch Society for Surgery.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, London

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • PhD

Hospital Address :

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ashutosh Niranjan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Noida, India

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Ashutosh Niranjan is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in New Delhi, India. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Sharda Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashutosh Niranjan is part of:

  • Member of Surgical Society of India
  • Member of MAS
  • Member of Minimum Access Gaestroindo Surgery
  • Member of SELSI Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons Of India
  • Life Member of Association of Surgeons of India
  • Life Member of Association of Gastrointestinal Indo Surgeons
  • Life Member of IMA
  • LM Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • Fellow of the Association of Surgeons of India
  • Honorary fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Sharda Health City, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

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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

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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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Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

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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

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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