
Overview
Dr. H. Drexel Dobson III is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon with Orlando Health Medical Group Surgery. He has more than 30 years of experience and specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. His expertise includes: Colon and rectal surgery Advanced robotic surgery Simple and complex hernia repair Complex abdominal surgery Minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery Abdominal wall reconstruction Oncologic surgery Dr. Dobson considers it a privilege to be entrusted with a patient’s life and strives to honor that responsibility by devoting as much time as each patient needs, answering questions and providing reassurance. He cares for each patient the way he would want to be treated. Dr. Dobson’s Training Dr. Dobson received his bachelor’s degree and medical degree in a combined six-year honors program from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida. He completed a general surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, where he also completed a colon and rectal surgery fellowship. Dr. Dobson received additional specialized training in advanced laparoscopic bowel, colon and rectal surgery. About Dr. Dobson Dr. Dobson is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. His professional memberships include the Society of American Gastrointestinal Surgeons and Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Dobson served as president of the American Cancer Society and has been part of the speakers bureau for more than 15 years. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, tinkering with cars and electronics, traveling and skiing. Dr. Dobson also volunteers with several community organizations and serves on the boards of nonprofit groups. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Dobson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
Dr. Dobson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
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8075 Spyglass Hill Rd., Suite 101, Viera, FL 32940
1133 Seminole Dr., Rockledge, FL 32955
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. H D. Dobson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. H D. Dobson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. H D. Dobson by calling their office at 321-637-2975. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. H D. Dobson a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. H D. Dobson is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. H D. Dobson specialize in?
While Dr. H D. Dobson is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, and Hemorrhoids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. H D. Dobson accept my insurance?
Dr. H D. Dobson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-637-2975 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Dobson isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Dobson isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HerniaDr. Dobson isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Dobson isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
