25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in laurel, MD

Looking for the best general surgeon near laurel, MD? Find a top general surgeon near you in laurel, MD 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
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    General Surgery
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    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shaun M. Kunisaki, MD, MSc, is Professor of Surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, a Robert & Jane Meyerhoff Professor at Johns Hopkins University, and Associate Chief of Strategy and Integration in the Division of General Pediatric Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. Dr. Kunisaki's clinical practice spans the full breadth of pediatric general, thoracic, and fetal surgery, but he is a nationally and internationally recognized authority in the prenatal and postnatal management of congenital thoracic anomalies, including lung malformations, esophageal atresia, and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. He is the Director of the Fetal Program in General Pediatric Surgery and chairs the Prenatal Pediatrics Steering Committee, a collaboration between the Johns Hopkins Children's Center and the Department of Gynecology & Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. As Director of the Pediatric Esophageal Center, he specializes in the management of complex esophageal disorders such as long-gap esophageal atresia. He serves on the Editorial Board of several journals, including Pediatrics and Surgery, and holds senior leadership positions in the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA), Section on Surgery of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS). Dr. Kunisaki has published over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters. His laboratory is funded by the National Institutes of Health and is largely focused on using stem cells derived from a patient's own tissues to better understand and treat several important pediatric surgical diseases. His team has developed techniques to reprogram fetal and neonatal tissues into pluripotent stem cells and organoids, and are working with scientists and engineers to improve long-term outcomes for children with severe birth defects, including spina bifida and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. More recently, he founded the Eastern Pediatric Surgery Network (EPSN), a clinical research collaborative composed of pediatric surgeons from over 20 children's hospitals in the country. A native of southern California, Dr. Kunisaki graduated with honors from Harvard College, the London School of Economics and Political Science, and Harvard Medical School. He completed general surgery residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School followed by a pediatric surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan. He also did additional research fellowships at the Massachusetts General Hospital and at Boston Children's Hospital. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in the work Dr. Kunisaki does by providing seed funding for research, funding for the best educational resources to train the future generation of pediatric surgeons, and additional support services for families receiving treatment that are not covered by insurance. Support Dr. Kunisaki. Dr. Kunisaki is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kunisaki is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Kunisaki is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    8303 Cherry Ln, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carol Nieroda is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Nieroda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei. Dr. Nieroda is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, Suite 103, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Harris is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Harris is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Harris is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Ascension Saint Agnes Maryland Surgeons Columbia

    6740 Alexander Bell Dr, Ste 101, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad W. Ahad, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon at Ascension Saint Agnes in Columbia, MD, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ahad specializes in minimally invasive surgery and is trained in robotic-assisted surgery. He has a special interest in robotic hernia surgery and complex abdominal hernia repair. Dr. Ahad is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Ahad is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ahad is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
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    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Expertise in
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    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Referral required

    Charter Professional Center

    10700 Charter Drive, Suite 205, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amit Jain, M.D., M.B.A., is a renowned leader in orthopaedics, integrating his passions for clinical practice, research and education. He is a sought-after surgeon for his expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery and complex scoliosis care in adults and children. Dr. Jain leverages the latest technologies, including motion preserving and robotic approaches to achieve the best outcomes for his patients. His philosophy is to take care of patients with respect, compassion and skill, as he would want his own family treated. As an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Neurosurgery, and Business at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Jain offers thought leadership across multiple disciplines. A prolific researcher, he has published over 250 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals and he leads a major NIH R01-funded project developing next-generation surgical robotic systems. Committed to training future spine surgeons, he directs the prestigious Johns Hopkins Spine Surgery Fellowship. Dr. Jain is also a recognized leader in the business of healthcare, serving as the Medical Director of Value Based Care for Johns Hopkins Medicine, where he champions innovative approaches to care delivery and population health management. Dr. Jain is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Laminectomy. Dr. Jain is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Expertise in
    1
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    General Surgery | Orthopedics
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    Orthopaedics Laurel

    7140 Contee Road, Suite 3000, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brent Bauer is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Bauer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Bauer is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011. Dr. Bauer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, Suite 103, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tarek Hassab is a General/Minimally invasive surgeon (MIS) in the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery, practicing at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. After receiving his MD, he went on to do 11 years of surgical training including 2 fellowships (sub-specialty training); a Colorectal surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic as well as an Advanced Gastrointestinal/Minimally invasive surgery fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center. As a General/MIS surgeon, Dr. Hassab has had extensive training in all surgical modalities; open, laparoscopic, and Robotic surgical techniques that involve the abdomen. This includes Bariatric, Foregut (Reflux disease, Hiatal hernias), colorectal surgery as well as Hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction. His research interests include patient outcomes data. He has presented his research at many national and international conferences. He was Granted the Scholar of the Year award in 2020 for his efforts in research during his residency. He holds a Masters degree in surgical sciences from University of Alexandria and completed a Research Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Colorectal Surgery department. Videos Tarek Hassab, M.DGeneral Surgeon. Dr. Hassab is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Hassab is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hassab is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Alaish is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Alaish is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Pectus Excavatum, Esophageal Atresia, and Biliary Atresia. Dr. Alaish is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Alaish is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center

    8118 Good Luck Rd, 
    Lanham, MD 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Naeem Newman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Newman is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Newman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

    11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Cynthia Plate is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Plate is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Lump, and Intraductal Papilloma. Dr. Plate is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Shults is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shults is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Shults is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Capitol Surgeons

    8630 Fenton Street, Suite 122, Suite 122, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, German, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mohammed Kalan is a general surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. He practices out of the Washington Institute of Surgery in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Kalan has an expertise in abdominal surgery, clinical gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Kalan earned his MBBS from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College in India. He completed a residency in general surgery at Temple University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kalan is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of London and Edinburgh, U.K. Dr. Kalan has earned numerous awards. His teaching awards include the Outstanding Faculty Teacher for the Department of Surgery from Georgetown University Hospital in 2001; the Golden Apple Award Nomination from Georgetown University Medical School in 2000; the Georgetown Caring Star from Georgetown University Hospital in 2009 and 2003; and the W.L. Gore/Stuart I. Myers Award for Academic Excellence from Temple University in 1998. Dr. Kalan has also been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers’ Research Council of America from 2010-2014; and a Top Doctor in General and Laparoscopic Surgery by Washingtonian magazine in 2002. Dr. Kalan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Kalan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Kalan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

    11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Regina Hampton is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Hampton is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Breast Lump. Dr. Hampton is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Holy Cross Hospital

    1500 Forest Glen Rd, 
    Silver Spring,, MD 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Rami Makhoul is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Silver Spring,, Maryland. Dr. Makhoul is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Levator Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Makhoul is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Maryland Surgeons PA

    10710 Charter Dr Ste 230, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Maryam Jaberi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Jaberi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Subareolar Abscess, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Jaberi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Matobi Family Healthcare LLC

    7350 Van Dusen Rd Ste 340, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tristan Orellano is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Orellano is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.

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

    Rene' L Gelber MD PC

    14201 Laurel Park Dr Ste 223, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rene Gelber is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Gelber is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis.

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

    Office

    4650 Taylor Rd, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Shriver is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Shriver is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Mastectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

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

    Office

    7474 Greenway Center Dr Ste 1000, 
    Greenbelt, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Jenkins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenbelt, Maryland. Dr. Jenkins is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Varicose Veins. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Doctors Community Surgical Services

    8116 Good Luck Rd Ste 210, 
    Lanham, MD 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laeeq Ahmad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Ahmad is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gangrene, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South Baltimore County Medical Center ASC

    1701 Twin Springs Rd, 
    Halethorpe, MD 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Nikhilesh Agarwal is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Halethorpe, Maryland. Dr. Agarwal is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Edema, Varicose Veins, Thrombophlebitis, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Agarwal is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    General Surgery
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    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Laurel

    14201 Laurel Park Drive, Suite 110, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarabjit Anand is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Anand is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery), 1994. Dr. Anand is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Maryland Glen Burnie

    7801 Elvaton Court, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Nabil Badro is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Badro is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Cholecystitis, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Badro is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery), 1989. Dr. Badro is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Antares Surgical Solutions

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 302, Suite 302, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Shona
    Accepting New Patients

    Cornelious Musara is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Musara is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Musara is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Musara is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Georgian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Ramaz Metreveli is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Metreveli is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Metreveli is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery), 2004. Dr. Metreveli is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a General Surgeon near laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD?

    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 laurel, MD 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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