25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in Portsmouth, RI
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Dr. Melissa Murphy is a colon and rectal surgeon with Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She is the Executive Chief of Surgery of Care New England in Rhode Island as well as the Chief of Surgery at Kent Hospital. She is an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Murphy received her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and a master of public health degree from Boston University. She completed a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Murphy is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery.Dr. Murphy practices colorectal surgery both in Boston and in Rhode Island. Her clinical interests include colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), diverticulitis, anorectal disease, and rectal prolapse with a focus on minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic and robotic surgery and trans anal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS). She had been named a Top Doctor by Rhode Island Monthly every year since 2013-2021. Dr. Murphy is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
Steward General Surgery Specialists Fall River
James Hermenegildo is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Hermenegildo is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
Southcoast Health General Surgery
Patrick Fei is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Fei has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Choledocholithiasis, Obesity, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.
Southcoast Hospitals Group
Daniel Eardley is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Eardley is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Cellulitis, Gastroparesis, Peptic Ulcer, and Gastrostomy.
Ear Nose & Throat Medicine And Surgery Group LLC
Steven Freedman is a General Surgeon in Middletown, Rhode Island. Dr. Freedman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.
St Annes Hospital
Jesus Sosa is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Sosa is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Opioid Use Disorder.
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Thomas Rocco is a General Surgeon in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Dr. Rocco is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Invertebral Disc Disease, Lymphangitis, and Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis.
Kent Hospital
Guy Lancellotti is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Lancellotti is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Carotid Artery Surgery.
Kent Hospital
George Cristescu is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Cristescu is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.
Kent Hospital
Garima Dosi is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Dosi is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
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Steven Andelman is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Andelman is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Ureteroscopy.
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Charles Heller is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Heller is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Ureteroscopy.
Southcoast Health Obstetrics & Gynecology
Jamsheed Vakharia is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Vakharia is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
Steward Medical Group Inc.
Robert Nixon is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Nixon is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.
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Maureen Chung is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Chung is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Lump, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.
Southcoast Health Radiology Imaging Services (Dartmouth)
Keren Braithwaite is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Braithwaite is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.
Saint Anne's Surgical Specialists
Paul Ruggieri is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Ruggieri is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Thyroid Nodule, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.
Kent Surgical Associates Inc.
Jeannine Giovanni is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Giovanni is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Short Bowel Syndrome, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
Southcoast Health Radiology Imaging Services (Dartmouth)
Allan Mabardy is a General Surgeon in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Mabardy is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery.
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James Valente is a General Surgeon in Newport, Rhode Island. Dr. Valente is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
King De Melo Southcoast Foot Care
Antonio De Melo is a General Surgeon in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. De Melo is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Morton Neuroma, Hammer Toe, and Ledderhose Disease.
Kent Hospital
Candace Dyer is a General Surgeon in Warwick, Rhode Island. Dr. Dyer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.
Newport Hospital
Bradford Gray is a General Surgeon in Newport, Rhode Island. Dr. Gray is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.
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Lawrence Cobrin is a General Surgeon in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Cobrin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Hammer Toe, Ingrown Toenail, and Ledderhose Disease.
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery And Dental Implant Center PC
Joanne Castaneda is a General Surgeon in Middletown, Rhode Island. Dr. Castaneda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cherubism, Pyogenic Granuloma, Boils, and Folliculitis. Dr. Castaneda is currently accepting new patients.
When should I see a General Surgeon near Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI?
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.
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How does MediFind rank General Surgeons near Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth?
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 Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI?
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 Portsmouth, RI 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).
