Overview
Hameed Butt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Butt is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.
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Locations
1111 E End Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery
Anthony T. Petrick, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in esophageal and bariatric surgery. Dr. Petrick performs a number of advanced and specialized surgical procedures including advanced endoscopy, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”), gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch and gastric sleeve. He also treats people for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal and paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux (GERD).|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Petrick earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He completed general surgery residency at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He then completed a fellowships in Surgical Oncology at and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and in Bariatric and Foregut surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.|For the past 18 years, Dr. Petrick served as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He now serves as associate program director, acting as a mentor to bariatric surgery fellows. Dr. Petrick has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 100 articles. Currently, he serves as chief quality officer for inpatient services at Geisinger and Director of the Division of Bariatric and Foregut surgery.|Dr. Petrick is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. He chairs to Data and Quality Committee for the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program and also serves as an editorial board member for the journal Surgical and Obesity-Related Diseases and a columnist for Bariatric Times.|In his free time, Dr. Petrick serves on the board of education at St. Joseph School in Danville. He also coaches the Susquehanna Valley Stampede varsity and junior varsity ice hockey teams.|Clinical Focus: Bariatric Surgery|If you’re a provider who’d like to refer a patient, call our 24/7 referral line at 800-332-8901 or visit www.emr-link.com. Dr. Petrick is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Petrick is currently accepting new patients.
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
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Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hameed A. Butt
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hameed A. Butt?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Hameed A. Butt by calling their office at 570-501-6900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Hameed A. Butt a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hameed A. Butt 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. Hameed A. Butt specialize in?
While Dr. Hameed A. Butt is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Hameed A. Butt accept my insurance?
Dr. Hameed A. Butt accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Highmark. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-501-6900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Butt isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- AngiosarcomaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carney ComplexDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Carney Complex.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- CellulitisDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- ColostomyDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Dissecting Cellulitis of the ScalpDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GangreneDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- HerniaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Intestinal LeiomyomaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Leiomyoma.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- LymphangitisDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- LymphedemaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Lymphedema.
- Meige DiseaseDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Meige Disease.
- NecrosisDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Primary Intestinal LymphangiectasiaDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
- Solitary Fibrous TumorDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Solitary Fibrous Tumor.
- Spirurida InfectionsDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Spirurida Infections.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- UreteroscopyDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Butt isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
