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Dr. Beyza Ozcinar

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Beyza Ozcinar 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 Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Beyza Ozcinar is part of:

  • The American College Of Surgeons,
  • The American Society Of Breast Surgeons,
  • Asia Pacific Society Of Thyroid Surgery
  • Istanbul Surgery

Qualifications :

  • 1995-2002: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine/Medical Pr. (English)-Undergraduate
  • 2003-2008: Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine/Department of Surgical Medical Sciences/Department of General Surgery-Specialist in Medicine
  • 2009 -2017: Istanbul University Institute of Health Sciences/Molecular Medicine Department-Ph.D.
  • 2013- Halen: Ege University Institute of Health Sciences/Medical Education

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala 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 21 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, DIP.

Association and Memberships Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala is part of:

  • Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • International Federation of the Society of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Asian Endosurgery Task Force (AETF)
  • Member, Asia Pacific Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Society (APMBSS)
  • Asian Consensus Meeting on Metabolic Surgery (ACMOMS)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Grant Medical Foundation, 1994
  • MS - General Surgery - Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai, 1999

Hospital Address :

NMC Hospital, DIP - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Fuad Ahmed

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Fuad Ahmed is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Certification from European Accreditation Council for Bariatric Surgery

Qualifications :

  • CABS
  • FICS
  • MIFSO
  • MAPHS

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Mostafizur Rahman Khan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic , Bengali ,Hindi , Urdu

 


Dr. Mostafizur Rahman Khan is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital - Al Ain.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mostafizur Rahman Khan is part of:

  • Society of Surgeons of Bangladesh
  • Society Laparoscopic Surgeons of Bangladesh
  • The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

Certifications :

  • Fellowship training in Hepatico pancreaticobiliary Surgery from Sri Ganga Ram Hospital

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • FCPS, The Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dhaka
  • FRCS, the Royal College of surgeons of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mostafizur Rahman Khan?

  • Dr Mostafizur Rahman Khan has more than 14 years of experience as a general laparoscopic surgeon.
  • Some of the surgeries Dr Khan can proficiently perform include minimal access surgery, colorectal surgery, breast surgery, GI surgery and cancer surgery.
  • Dr Khan is also a member of honourable professional bodies such as the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons of Bangladesh, the Society of Surgeons of Bangladesh, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic disorders(IFSO).
  • He is the Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK(2000). Additionally, he also completed fellowship training in Hepato pancreatic biliary surgery at Sri Ganga Ram hospital, India. Dr Khan also undertook extensive training in Minimal Access Surgery from reputed institutes in France and India.
Dr. Fadi Alnehlaoui

Surgical Oncologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Fadi Alnehlaoui is a specialized Surgical Oncologist 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 Zulekha Hospital Dubai.

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MS- GEN SURGERY
  • MS - SURGICAL ONCOLOGY

Hospital Address :

Zulekha Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Azamet Cezik

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Azamet Cezik is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Association and Memberships Dr. Azamet Cezik is part of:

  • Istanbul Chamber of Medical Doctors
  • Kolon Renktum Association
  • Turkish Surgery Associaton

Qualifications :

  • Cumhuriyet University Medicine Faculty
  • Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital General Surgery Specialization

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Mehmet Mahir Ozmen

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Mahir Ozmen is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mehmet Mahir Ozmen is part of:

  • Medical Chamber of Ankara
  • Turkish Surgical Society
  • Turkish Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
  • Turkish Association for Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • Turkish Association for Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons
  • Society for Gastroenterology, Ankara
  • Turkish Society for Gastroenterology
  • Turkish Society for Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
  • Turkish Society for Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
  • Turkish Society for Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • Geriatrics Society

Qualifications :

  • 1983 - 1989 - Ankara University School of Medicine
  • 1989 - 1993, Ankara Numune EAH (General Surgery)
  • 1993 - 1998, Southampton University Medical School, Southampton UKSurgical Registrar, Senior Registrar (General-Gastrointestinal Surgery, MS Degree)
  • 2000 - 2001, Clinical Fellow, Multi-organ Transplant Unit, Department of Surgery
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge - UK / Liver Transplant Unit, Kings College Hospital GKT Medical School, London-UK

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Aman Rohatgi

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Aman Rohatgi is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aman Rohatgi is part of:

  • Vice President East Delhi Physicians Association.
  • Indian Medical Association.
  • Indian Academy of Clinical Medicine.
  • Association of Physicians of India.
  • Recognized Post graduate teacher for Medicine and Family medicine.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship Diabetes- CMC Vellore.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS, Goa Medical College, Goa.
  • MD Medicine
  • DNB(Internal Medicine)-National Board of Examinations.

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, I.P.Extension, Patparganj, Delhi, India

Dr. Salim Gumus

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Samsun, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Salim Gumus is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 28 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine 1982
  • Specialization Training: OMU Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery 1998

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

Dr. Turgut Ipek

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Turgut Ipek is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine General Surgery Department - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Ayhan Erdemir

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Kocaeli, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ayhan Erdemir is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Avcilar Anadolu Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • University - Fırat University Medical School, Elazig, 1994
  • Specialty Education - Dr. Lütfi Kırdar KEAH, General Surgery, Istanbul, 2003
  • Assistant Professor - Republic of Turkey Maltepe University Medical School, Istanbul 2006

Hospital Address :

Mustafa Kemal Paa,

Dr. Joseph Klausner

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Tel Aviv, Israel

49 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Joseph Klausner is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Aviv, Israel. The doctor has over 45 Years of experience and is associated with Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center -Ichilov Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Joseph Klausner is part of:

  • Israel Medical Association (IL)
  • Israel Surgical Society (IL)
  • World Association of Emergency & Disaster Medicine
  • European Society of Surgical Oncology
  • Harvard Medical Association (USA)
  • Microcirculatory Society (USA)
  • Israel Association for Disaster Medicine (IL)
  • International Society for Regional Cancer Therapy
  • Israel Trauma Society (IL)
  • The Society of Surgical Oncology (USA)
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (USA)

Qualifications :

  • Sackler faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, 1968‑1975
  • M.D. Tel Aviv University . Thesis The Modern Surgical Approach to Malignant Melanoma, 1976
  • Postgraduate medical school, Tel Aviv University, 1979 1980
  • Postgraduate course Controversies in Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA, 1987 1988

Hospital Address :

Tel Aviv Medical Center, Retsif Herbert Samuel Street, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

Dr. Alexander Lebedyev

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Ramat Gan, Israel

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Alexander Lebedyev is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alexander Lebedyev is part of:

  • Israeli Society of Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • MD/ PHD studies in medical centers in Ukraine
  • Residency in general surgery, Sheba Medical Center
  • Fellowship in Colon and Rectum Surgery, Wolfson Hospital, Rambam Medical Center, Tel- Aviv Medical Center, Soroka Medical Center
  • Training in Transrectal minimally-invasive surgery, Eberhard Karls University Tubingen, Germany
  • Fellowship in Rectum cancer surgery, University of London, Pelican cancer research foundation, England
  • Minimally- invasive colorectal surgery course, Eberhard Karls University, Tubingen, Germany
  • Advanced training in Transrectal cancer surgery, Amsterdam, UMC

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

Dr. Deniz Atasoy

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Deniz Atasoy is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Deniz Atasoy is part of:

  • Hernia Association
  • National Association of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
  • Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery, 2010
  • Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, 2000

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Adisorn Boonyapiban

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Adisorn Boonyapiban 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 :

  • M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
  • Diploma of Thai Board : Surgery, Chulalongkorn University

Hospital Address :

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

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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. 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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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