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Dr. Lakshmi Kanth T

, India, Hyderabad

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 19 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr. Lakshmi Kanth T is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Star Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Lakshmi Kanth T is part of:

  • Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India
  • Life Member, Tamil Nadu Medical Council
  • Life Member, Andhra Pradesh Medical council

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Laparoscopic & Advanced Laparoscopic surgical,
  • Fellowship in Surgical Gastroenterology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS DR. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
  • MS General Surgery, JJMMC, Kuvempu University, Devanagere, Karnataka

Hospital Address :

Star Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

What is the medical expertise of Dr Lakshmi Kanth T

  • With more than 19 years of experience, Dr Lakshmi Kanth T is an exceptional and well-trained laparoscopic surgeon with proficiency in bariatric surgery. His areas of expertise include laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy, laparoscopic hernia surgeries, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, achalasia cardia surgeries, radical gastrectomies, radical hemicolectomies, and stapler hemorrhoidectomy.
  • Dr LakshmiKanth T is a life member of honourable societies such as the Association of Surgeons of India, the Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society of India, Andhra Pradesh Medical Council and Tamil Nadu Medical Council. He is a Fellow of the Association of Indian Surgeons and founded the Minimal Access Surgeons of India(AMASI).
  • Dr LakshmiKanth completed a Fellowship in Surgical Gastroenterology at the Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences(Hyderabad), a Fellowship in GI and Endoscopic Surgery at KMC, Chiba, Japan and a Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery at Louis Pasteur University(France).
  • Dr LakshmiKanth T was presented with the " Vidya Ratna Award for Bariatric Surgery" in 2015, the " Best doctor award for surgical gastro H19 Health awards" in 2016 and the Best upcoming Doctor in Gastroenterology by Times of India in 2017.

Dr. K Kerim Erdem Ulucay

, United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Bariatric Surgeon • 10 years experience

Arabic English
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Dr. K Kerim Erdem Ulucay is a specialized Gastroenterologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. K Kerim Erdem Ulucay is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Laparoscopic Surgery Association
  • Fellow of International Collage of Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MD from Izmir, Turkey – 1992.
  • Master in General Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey – 2004.
  • Diploma of Laparoscopic Surgeon, Strasbourg, France – 2005
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Certificate, Istanbul, Turkey – 2006
  • Advance Diploma in Healthcare Management ( UK ) – 2017

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Samer Obeidat

, United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Urologist • 18 years experience

Arabic English
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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)

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Dr. Saeed Ali Alsareii

, Saudi Arabia, Najran

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 12 years experience

Arabic English
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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

Dr. Nitin Jha

, India, Noida

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 21 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr. Nitin Jha is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nitin Jha is part of:

  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
  • SAGES -Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
  • EAES - European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
  • AMASI - Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • ASI - Association of Surgeons of India
  • IAGES - Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons
  • American College of Surgeons (ACS)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - University of Pune, 1998
  • MS - General Surgery - Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj University, Nagpur, 2005

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Rasoolpur Nawada, Industrial Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Melih Paksoy

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 28 years experience

Turkish & English
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Dr. Melih Paksoy 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 Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Melih Paksoy is part of:

  • Hernia Association
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • National Surgical Association
  • Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association
  • Breast Science (Cenology) Association
  • Hepato Pancreato Biliary Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine / Professor, 2005
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty / Associate Professor, 1999
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty General Surgery, 1995
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, 1989

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Satyam Taneja

, India, Delhi

Surgical Oncologist • 22 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr. Satyam Taneja is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Clear Medi Hospital, Karkardooma.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS – Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun, India.
  • MS (Gen. Surgery) – B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan, Nepal.
  • DNB (Surgical Oncology) – . Mahavir Cancer Sansthan, Patna

Hospital Address :

ClearMedi Hospital Vasundhara, Sector 15, Vasundhara, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Abdulhalim Serden

, Turkey, Konya

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 8 years experience

Turkish & English
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Dr. Abdulhalim Serden is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in konya, Turkey. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Konya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine, 2008
  • Specialization - Konya Training and Research Hospital, 2014

Hospital Address :

Feritpa?a Mahallesi, Medicana Hospital in Konya, Grz Sokak, Seluklu/Konya, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Abdulhalim Serden?

  • Dr Abdulhalim Serden has more than 8 years of experience as a general laparoscopic surgeon. He specialises in laparoscopic obesity surgery and laparoscopic gastrointestinal cancer surgery.
  • Dr Serden is an expert at performing abdominal laparoscopy, laser surgery, gastric tube surgery, RNY gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, stomach balloon, revisional surgery and stomach botox.
  • Dr Serden has completed his education at renowned institutions such as the Konya Training and Research Hospital and Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine.
  • Dr Serden is a part of prestigious associations such as the Turkish Surgery Association. He is often invited as a chief speaker to many conferences such as the 17th National Surgery Congress, 1st National Cancer Congress and 5th Surgical Research Congress.
  • His research work has been published in many acclaimed national and international journals. Some of these are:
    1. Y ABDÜLHALİM SERDEN, ÜNLÜ YAŞAR (2019). Comparison of Ankaferd Blood Stopper and Silver Sulfadiazine use in burn wounds: Experimental study.Turkish Journal of Trauma and EmergencySurgery, 25(4), 338-342., Doi: 10.14744/tjtes.2019.38265 (Publication No: 5210328)
    2. AY ABDÜLHALİM SERDEN, ERYILMAZ MEHMET ALI,OKUS AHMET,AKSOY NERGİS,SEVİNÇBARIŞ,KARAHAN ÖMER (2019). Zinc oxide, lidocaine, hot water, and lateral internal sphincterotomy for fissure-in-ano: Randomized controlled study. Annals of Medical Research, 26(3), 355-359., Doi: 10.5455/annalsmedres.2018.11.256 (Publication No: 4920059)
Dr. Danny Rosin

, Israel, Ramat Gan

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 33 years experience

Hebrew English
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Dr. Danny Rosin 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 30 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Qualifications :

  • Sackler School of Medicine in Tel Aviv University, Israel
  • General Surgery residency training in the Sheba Medical Center
  • General Surgery residency program in the Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York City, USA
  • Fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, Florida, USA

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Danny Rosin?

  • Dr Danny Rosin is a leading general laparoscopic surgeon with 30 years of experience in performing advanced laparoscopic procedures. His expertise includes hernia surgery, colorectal surgery, acute care surgery and colorectal surgery.
  • He completed a Fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in Florida, USA.
  • Dr Rosin served as the editor of the World Journal of Surgery. He has several publications to his credit. Some of his works include:
    1. Inoue T, Tanaka S, Rosin DL, Okusa MD. Bioelectronic Approaches to Control Neuroimmune Interactions in Acute Kidney Injury. Cold Spring Harb Perspect Med. 2019 Jun 3;9(6):a034231.
    2. Horesh N, Rosin D, Dreznik Y, Amiel I, Jacoby H, Nadler R, Gutman M, Klang E. A Single Tertiary Center 10-Year Experience in the Surgical Management of Gastrointestinal Bezoars. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2018 Aug;28(8):967-971.
Dr. Vino Varghese Kolady

, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 20 years experience

English Tamil
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Dr. Vino Varghese Kolady 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 20 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital - Al Ain.

Qualifications :

  • MS General Surgery - Coimbatore Medical College, 2004
  • M.R.C.S (Ed) - Coimbatore Medical College, 2007

Hospital Address :

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

What is the medical expertise of Dr Vino Varghese Kolady?

  • Dr Vino Varghese Kolady is an exceptional surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic surgery. He has over 20 years of experience in performing complex thyroid surgeries, bariatric surgeries, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, stapler hemorrhoidectomy, laparoscopic hernia repair, TRAM flap after mastectomy, and total thyroidectomy.
  • Dr Kolady is a part of reputed professional associations such as the Asia Pacific Hernia Society.
Dr. Mamdouh Taha

, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 23 years experience

English Arabic
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Dr. Mamdouh Taha is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with LLH Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications :

  • MBBCh
  • MD
  • PhD
  • FMAS
  • DMAS

Hospital Address :

LLH Hospital Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mamdouh Taha?

  • With 20 years of experience, Dr Mamdouh Taha is a competent surgeon who specializes in laparoscopic surgery. He has expertise in surgical gastroenterology, cholecystectomy, laparoscopic hernia repair, breast surgery, appendectomy, laparoscopic gallbladder procedures, and surgery for emergency conditions such as appendicitis and perforated viscus.
  • Dr Taha has been inducted into the Wall of Honor of the Royal Society of Medicine in London, UK. He is the recipient of the Medal for Gallantry and Bravery from the GHQ UAE Armed Forces.
  • Dr Mahmoud Taha is a life member of the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons. He is a part of many other prestigious societies such as the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons(USA), the Berlin Surgical Association, the Emirates Medical Association and the Sudanese Medical Association.
  • He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine(FRSM), UK, a Fellow of the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons(SAGES), USA and a Fellow of the International Enterostomal Association.
Dr. Sokiyna Al Ameer

, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 13 years experience

English Arabic
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Dr. Sokiyna Al Ameer is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sokiyna Al Ameer is part of:

  • Jordan Surgical Society
  • Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
  • Emirates Medical Association ( Emirates General surgery Society)

Certifications :

  • Internship Training in Jordan University Hospitals (JUH)
  • Residency Training Jordan University Hospitals (JUH)
  • Specialization Degree in General Surgery - University of Jordan, 2013
  • Certificate from Jordan board in General Surgery from Jordan Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST), 2007

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Dhanashri Samadhan Patil

, United Arab Emirates, Sharjah

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 6 years experience

English Hindi Marathi
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Dr. Dhanashri Samadhan Patil 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 6 Years of experience and is associated with Zulekha Hospital Sharjah.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • DNB (General Surgery)
  • FMAS
  • ATLS Fellowship in Minimal Access surgery (MUHS)

Hospital Address :

Zulekha Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Gilbert Ayoub

, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Surgical Oncologist • 20 years experience

Arabic German English French Russian
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Dr. Gilbert Ayoub is a specialized Surgical Oncologist 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 NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gilbert Ayoub is part of:

  • Member of the Arab Medical Union in Europe
  • German Society of Surgery
  • German Society of Visceral Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Medical University in Russia (KGMU)
  • Master Degree in General/Visceral Surgery at St. Marie Hospital in Siegen (academic teaching Hospital of the University of Marburg in Germany).

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Ersoy Taspinar

, Turkey, Bursa

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 18 years experience

Turkish & English
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Dr. Ersoy Taspinar is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2000
  • Specialization Training - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, 2013

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ersoy Taspinar?

  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has around 18 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.
  • He is a well-regarded expert in providing treatments for obesity, thyroid diseases, breast cancer, hernia, and parathyroid cancer.
  • Dr.Taspinar is well-trained in advanced laparoscopic procedures, obesity surgery, metabolic and endocrine surgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, and thyroid surgery.
  • For his excellence, Dr Ersoy Taspinar has been awarded several laurels including the Sirnak Governorship Certificate of Professional Achievement in 2013.
  • Dr Taspinar is a respected member of several professional organizations such as the Turkish Society of Surgery, the Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association, the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Association and the Turkish Medical Association.
  • Dr Taspinar actively participates in conferences and seminars to further his knowledge and share his expertise with the members of the medical community. Some of the conferences he has attended include the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Congress(2015) and the 5th National Hernia Congress(2015).
  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has impressive academic credentials. He completed his medical school and specialized training at the Uludang University Faculty of Medicine. Additionally, Dr Ersoy cleared the Turkish Surgical Association Board (qualification) exam in 2015 and obtained the Surgical Proficiency Certificate.
  • Dr Ersoy Taspinar has several publications:
    1. Altınel Y, Taşpınar E, Ozgüç H, Oztürk E, Ulker Akyıldız E, Bağdaş D. The protective effect of ClinOleic against post-surgical adhesions. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2014 Jan;20(1):1-6.
    2. The protective effect of ClinOleic against post-surgical adhesions (Ulus Travma Emergency Surgery Journal. 2014 Jan)
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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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