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Dr. Kivanc Derya Peker

General Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Turkish

USD 225 USD 210 for video consultation


Dr.Kivanc Derya Peker is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 15 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.
Dr. Paki̇ze Eker Balcioğlu

General Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

23 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Turkish

USD 210 USD 190 for video consultation


Dr.Paki̇ze Eker Balcioğlu is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 23 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.
Dr. Abdalkarim Nassar

Pulmonologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic

USD 175 USD 150 for video consultation


Dr.Abdalkarim Nassar is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Arab Emirates. The doctor has 19 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Arab Emirates.

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Dr. Shiv Charan Lal

General Surgeon

, Delhi, India

42 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

USD 44 USD 35 for video consultation


Dr.Shiv Charan Lal is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 42 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Satyajit Bhattacharya

General Surgeon

, London, United Kingdom

39 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Hindi, Bengali

USD 680 USD 645 for video consultation


Dr.Satyajit Bhattacharya is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Kingdom. The doctor has 39 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Kingdom.
Dr. Professor Hemant Kocher

General Surgeon

, London, United Kingdom

32 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi

USD 680 USD 645 for video consultation


Dr.Professor Hemant Kocher is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Kingdom. The doctor has 32 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Kingdom.
Dr. Ian Jenkins

Colorectal Surgeon

, London, United Kingdom

25 Years of experience

Speaks: English

USD 680 USD 645 for video consultation


Dr.Ian Jenkins is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Kingdom. The doctor has 25 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Kingdom.
Dr. Constantinos Kyriakides

Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon

, London, United Kingdom

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English

USD 680 USD 645 for video consultation


Dr.Constantinos Kyriakides is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Kingdom. The doctor has 30 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Kingdom.
Dr. Kiran Devulapally

Columbus, United States

25 Years of experience

 


Dr.Kiran Devulapally is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United States. The doctor has 25 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United States.
Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera

Arkansas, United States

12 Years of experience

 


Dr.Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United States. The doctor has 12 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United States.
Dr. Manish Gugnani

Arkansas, United States

32 Years of experience

 


Dr.Manish Gugnani is a specialized General Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United States. The doctor has 32 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United States.
Dr. Deepak Subramanian

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Chennai, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 


Dr. Deepak Subramanian is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Chennai, India. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Malar Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Deepak Subramanian is part of:

  • Medical Council of India
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • IAGES
  • International Federation of Surgery for Obesity

Certifications :

  • FMAS
  • FIAGES
  • Fellow in Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MRCS (UK)
  • Dip. in Laparoscopy (France)

Hospital Address :

Fortis Malar Hospital, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Deepak Subramanian?

  • An acclaimed surgeon, Dr Deepak Subramanian has executed more than 5000 advanced and basic laparoscopic procedures over the span of his career. He has expertise in abdominal wall reconstruction, laparoscopic hernia repair, bariatric surgery, and malignant and benign gastrointestinal surgeries.
  • Dr Subramanian is a part of several renowned organizations in the field of surgery such as the Obesity Surgery Society of India, the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons(IAGES) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders(IFSO).
  • Dr Deepak Subramaniam is a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the International Bariatric Club. In 2008, he obtained a Diploma in minimal access surgery. Dr Deepak also completed a certificate course in Laparoscopic Hernia repair at the Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education.
  • Dr Deepak is a member of the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. He is also a life member of the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.
  • In 2018, Dr Subramanian was awarded the " Best Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon" prize by the Global Healthcare Excellence award. He was also the author of the chapter " Perioperative management of medical comorbidities after bariatric surgery" which was published in the book- Bariatric Surgical Practice Guide.
Dr. Samer Obeidat

Urologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Samer Obeidat is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Kings College Hospital Dubai.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS,
  • MRCS(Ed),
  • FRCS(Urol),
  • FEBU
  • CCT (UK)

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Saeed Ali Alsareii

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Najran, Saudi Arabia

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Saeed Ali Alsareii is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Saudi Arabia. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Najran, Saudi Arabia. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Al Qadi Specialty Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Saeed Ali Alsareii is part of:

  • Member Saudi board
  • Member Jordanian Board
  • Member American college of surgeons
  • Member of IAMSE

Qualifications :

  • General Surgery Saudi board
  • General Surgery, Jordanian Board
  • Fellow of the American college of surgeons, USA 2016
  • Fellowship of IAMSE, USA 2015
  • Diploma of Advanced laparoscopic surgery, France 2015
  • ESME Certificate in Medical Education, AMEEE, USA 2011

Hospital Address :

NMC Al Qadi Specialty Hospital, King Saud Road Najran Saudi Arabia

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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

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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:

  • General Laparoscopic Surgeon

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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

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