25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in rockford, IL

Looking for the best general surgeon near rockford, IL? Find a top general surgeon near you in rockford, IL who is an expert in your specific condition. A general surgeon is a doctor who has been trained in a wide variety of surgical procedures.

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    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
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    OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center - Trauma Surgery

    5666 East State Street, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Kim is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    OSF Wound Care

    5668 East State Street Suite 1500, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary Keller is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Keller is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Necrosis, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Keller is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Keller is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
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    OSF HealthCare Cardiovascular Institute - Vascular Surgery

    444 Roxbury Road, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, French, German, Italian, Polish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emilia Krol is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Krol is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Atherectomy. Dr. Krol is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Krol is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    conditions
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
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    OSF HealthCare Cardiovascular Institute - Vascular Surgery

    444 Roxbury Road, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nkiruka Arinze is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Arinze is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Obesity, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Embolectomy. Dr. Arinze is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
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    N Alpine Rd Clinic Urogynecology Clinic

    1253 N Alpine Rd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Schleicher is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Schleicher is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Rectocele, and Thrombophlebitis. Dr. Schleicher is board certified in Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Schleicher is currently accepting new patients.

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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
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    Osf Multi-Specialty Group

    5666 E State St, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paige Burnia is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Burnia is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
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    OSF Medical Group - Surgery

    5668 East State Street Suite 1000, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amanda Macquoid is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Macquoid is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
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    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    9th St Clinic General Surgery Clinic

    209 9th St, Suite 200, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krystle Lange, DO, is a UW Health general surgeon and a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Lange provides surgical care for people with gallbladder disease, breast cancer, benign (noncancerous) breast disease, colon cancer, benign colon disease and hemorrhoids (swollen blood vessels in the anus). She also sees patients with hernias, which occur when internal tissue bulges through a weakened area of muscle.Dr. Lange’s patient care philosophy is to treat all patients as if they were her family members. She works to thoroughly explain the options to each patient so they can work together to find the solution that’s best for them. Dr. Lange always advocates for her patients, so they receive the highest quality health care possible. She says she entered the field of medicine because she enjoys having a career that involves lifelong learning.Outside of work, Dr. Lange enjoys international travel, working out and planning game nights with her friends.I enjoy being able to help people feel better. Being a general surgeon allows me to help fix an immediate problem for my patients. Dr. Lange is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lange is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Lange is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    9th St Clinic General Surgery Clinic

    209 9th St, Suite 200, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Klovning, MD, is a UW Health general surgeon. Dr. Klovning performs surgery to treat abdominal conditions such as appendicitis (swelling of the appendix, a small organ on the lower right side of your belly), gallbladder disease and hernias (when organs push through a weak area of tissue).Dr. Klovning is skilled in a range of techniques, including minimally invasive, laparoscopic and open surgical procedures. With the same precision that he performs surgery, Dr. Klovning takes time to carefully explain conditions and procedures, so his patients are fully educated and feel empowered to make decisions about their treatment. He uses plain language and believes open communication is essential to providing the best care possible.Outside of work, Dr. Klovning enjoys flying planes, keeping honeybees and watching sports. Dr. Klovning is also a senior Aeronautical Medical Examiner for the FAA.We all will get old and have problems in life. Being a surgeon helps me solve some of these problems for people. Dr. Klovning is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Klovning is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Klovning is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    9th St Clinic General Surgery Clinic

    209 9th St, Suite 200, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory McGovern, MD, is a UW Health general surgeon. He provides surgical care for patients with a range of abdominal and gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.Dr. McGovern performs noninvasive, robotic (small incisions done guiding a robot) surgeries to treat many bowel diseases and abdominal conditions. He provides surgical treatment for gallbladder disease, hernias (protruding tissues), appendicitis (inflamed appendix), lipomas (fatty lumps), skin cysts (fluid pockets) and masses.Dr. McGovern believes open communication is the foundation of a strong patient-provider partnership. He takes time to educate patients about the disease process and their surgical options to help them choose the best treatment plan for their specific needs and goals. Dr. McGovern enjoys staying current on the latest technology and procedures and sharing his knowledge and expertise with his patients.In his free time, Dr. McGovern enjoys golfing, following college sports, traveling and spending time with his family.My patient care philosophy is to educate patients about their surgical issues and provide them with an optimal treatment strategy. Dr. Mcgovern is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Mcgovern is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Mcgovern is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Plastic Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Plastic Surgery
    Referral may be required
    7117 Crimson Ridge Dr Ste 3, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Hagarty is a General Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Hagarty is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Thrombophlebitis, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. Dr. Hagarty is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery and Royal College Of Phys & Surgeons Of Canada. Dr. Hagarty is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mercyhealth Heart And Vascular Center-Riverside

    8201 E Riverside Blvd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Hart is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Hart is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Hart is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mercyhealth Women's Center-Rockford

    2780 McFarland Rd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arvind Mahatme is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Mahatme is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Rosecrance Inc

    1401 E State St, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Cole is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Cole is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Cole is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Lundholm Surgical Group LTD

    1340 Charles St Ste 100, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Batty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Batty is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Batty is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Rockford Surgical Service S.C.

    5668 E State St, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Barteau is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Barteau is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Carotid Artery Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Arterial Embolism.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Javon Bea Hospital-Riverside

    8201 E Riverside Blvd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robb Whinney is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Whinney is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Whinney is currently accepting new patients.

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    General Surgery
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    9th St Clinic General Surgery Clinic

    209 9th St, Suite 200, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammed Haidar is a UW Health surgeon. He provides care for patients with gallbladder disease, wounds, bowel obstruction (blockages) and appendicitis. Dr. Haidar also diagnoses and treats a broad spectrum of diseases that affect the colon, the rectum and the anus. He cares for patients with benign (noncancerous) and malignant (cancerous) diseases.Dr. Haidar treats colon and rectal cancer, anal cancer, and digestive diseases such as diverticulitis (colon inflammation), Crohn's disease (digestive tract inflammation) and ulcerative colitis (ulcers or sores in the bowel).Dr. Haidar also performs surgical procedures to repair anal fistulas (abnormal tunnels between the anus and the outer skin), hemorrhoids, fissures (small tears in the anal skin), rectal prolapse (when the rectum starts to push through the anus) and other abnormalities in or around the anus and rectum.Dr. Haidar educates his patients about their conditions and treatment options. His focuses on making sure the patients understand and are actively involved in decisions about their care. He offers personalized recommendations and guidance, working with patients and medical specialists as a team.It is important for me to understand your history in detail and provide care that you understand. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Haidar is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Haidar is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Villagreen View Clinic Endocrine Surgery Clinic

    6861 Villagreen View, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Simon Holoubek, DO, MPH, is a UW Health endocrine surgeon.Dr. Holoubek specializes in diagnosing and treating all endocrine issues of conditions affecting the endocrine system, including autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease and myasthenia gravis, tumors (both benign and cancerous), hormone imbalances and endocrine cancer.He uses the latest minimally invasive techniques when treating his patients. These include endoscopic thyroidectomy, minimally invasive parathyroidectomy, laparoscopic adrenalectomy and focused diagnostic exploration, which is used to evaluate the return of thyroid cancer. Dr. Holoubek is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Holoubek is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Holoubek is currently accepting new patients.

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    General Surgery
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    9th St Clinic General Surgery Clinic

    209 9th St, Suite 200, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morgan Johnson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois.

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    Office

    1340 Charles St Ste 405, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erin Mackinney is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Mackinney is currently accepting new patients.

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    Lundholm Surgical Group LTD

    1340 Charles St Ste 100, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dacia Pickering is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Colostomy. Dr. Pickering is currently accepting new patients.

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    General Surgery
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    Brookside Specialty Center

    1253 N Alpine Rd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Lundine is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
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    Cpap Connect LLC

    4773 Manhattan Dr, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elisha Robinson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma.

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    Saint Anthony Medical Center

    535 Roxbury Rd, 
    Rockford, IL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hodge is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

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    When should I see a General Surgeon near rockford, IL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a General Surgeon near rockford, IL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank General Surgeons near rockford, IL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by General Surgeons near rockford, IL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a General Surgeon in rockford?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different General Surgeon?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a General Surgeon near rockford, IL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my General Surgeon?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my General Surgeon may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female General Surgeons near rockford, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    What are the most common health conditions that a General Surgeon near rockford, IL might treat?

    Can I filter my search to find a General Surgeon that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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