25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me

Dr. Jennifer H. Kuo is a board-certified surgeon-scientist nationally recognized for her expertise in the surgical treatment of thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases. Dr. Kuo is an accomplished, high-volume surgeon in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including trans-oral thyroidectomy and robotic adrenalectomy. She is one of the leading international experts in ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules and spearheaded the new Interventional Endocrinology program at Columbia. Dr. Kuo also serves as Vice Chair of Informatics for the Department of Surgery and Program Director of the Endocrine Surgery Fellowship Program and the Endocrine Surgery Research Program. Her research focuses on the use of predictive algorithms to improve and optimize care for endocrine patients, and is internationally recognized as a pioneer in the safe adoption of new technology in surgical care. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Surgical Research, and serves on the Editorial Board for The World Journal of Surgery and VideoEndocrinology. Her commitment to excellent, innovative, and personalized care has been repeatedly recognized by Super Doctors and New York Magazine's Top Doctor Awards. Dr. Kuo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Kuo is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Kuo is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jonathan Carter is a surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive, advanced approaches such as laparoscopic and robotic surgery to treat abdominal conditions. He cares for patients with hernias and disorders of the esophagus, gallbladder, stomach and intestines. He is also a bariatric surgeon and a member of the acute care surgery program, which provides surgical care in emergencies. After earning his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine, Carter completed a residency in surgery and a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery at UCSF. Carter is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. As a UCSF faculty member, Carter has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed research papers in the subject areas of esophageal disease, bariatric surgery, hernia and medical information science. Carter received the 2008 and 2015 UCSF Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators' Excellence in Teaching Awards, as well as UCSF's annual patient safety award in 2014 and 2016. He received the Julius R. Krevans Award for patient care at UCSF, as well as the prestigious Fred H. and Esther E. Nusz Achievement Award. See a UCTV video of Carter, who discusses Obesity in America – Diet, Drugs or Surgery . Dr. Carter is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Carter is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Amy Murrell is a board-certified general surgeon practicing in the Pee Dee region for nearly twenty years. A native of Florence, she completed medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina and then trained in general surgery at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Murrell is well-experienced in all aspects of general surgery. She has a special interest in the treatment of breast cancer and has taken care of thousands of patients in the region over the last two decades. She has remained at the forefront of the advancements in breast cancer surgery and treatment, providing a personalized approach to each breast cancer patient. She is pleased to be a part of the Medical University of South Carolina, the state's only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer program. Dr. Murrell is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Murrell is currently accepting new patients.

Seth Newman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Abington, Pennsylvania. Dr. Newman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Newman is currently accepting new patients.

Roger Ott is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Ott is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Breast Infection, Acrospiroma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ott is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ott is currently accepting new patients.

Quan D. Tran, MD is board bertified in general surgery. He received a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry, graduating magna cum laude, from Florida State University in Tallahassee. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, and completed his general surgery residency at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was awarded a Peacock Gross Anatomy Teaching Fellowship and membership in the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.', 'In addition to private practice, Dr. Tran has also served as the Chairman of Surgery for an Alabama medical center. He has experience in general, thoracic, and trauma surgery, advanced laparoscopy, and upper and lower endoscopy. He provides a complete range of general surgical services and has a special interest in advanced minimally invasive surgery and single site surgery (scarless surgery). He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.', 'Dr. Tran is fluent in Vietnamese. Dr. Tran is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Hernia, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Tran is board certified in AB Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jayawardena believes in providing the best possible outcomes for his patients. His goal is to provide care using leading-edge surgical techniques that offer faster recovery and less invasive surgery for his patients. He takes the time to explain the care that is needed and is always available for questions. At the end of the day, their well-being is of utmost importance to him. Dr. Jayawardena is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Jayawardena is board certified in General Surgery, American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Jayawardena is currently accepting new patients.

Ravi Deshmukh is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Harvey, Illinois. Dr. Deshmukh is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Gangrene, Colostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Deshmukh is board certified in Surgery Vascular Surgery. Dr. Deshmukh is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Nicole Bairossi is a board-certified surgeon with Orlando Health Medical Group Surgery. Her specialties include: Robotic surgery Acute care surgery Breast surgery Comprehensive breast cancer care Ultrasound guided breast biopsy Thyroid surgery Complex abdominal wall hernias Hemorrhoids Feeding tubes Port placement Skin cancer Sentinel node biopsy Dr. Bairossi has performed more than 1,000 robotic surgeries, and she provides compassionate care and works with other medical specialists to achieve the best outcome for her patients. Dr. Bairossi's Training Dr. Bairossi graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in biology at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania, and received her medical training at Saba University School of Medicine in the Netherlands Antilles. Dr. Bairossi completed a residency in general surgery at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. About Dr. Bairossi Dr. Bairossi is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery, and her professional memberships include the American Society of Breast Surgeons and Society of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeons. Outside of work, Dr. Bairossi enjoys spending time with family and staying active in her church. Dr. Bairossi is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Bairossi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Bairossi is currently accepting new patients.

John Gwin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Gwin is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Gwin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Stephanie Valente is a General Surgeon and a Holistic Medicine provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Ms. Valente is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Ms. Valente is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Strand is a general surgeon at Surgical Institute of South Dakota. Dr. Strand is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Strand is board certified in American Board Of Surgery; Fellow Of American College Of Surgeons. Dr. Strand is currently accepting new patients.

Raheel Ahmed, MD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric neurosurgeon and an associate professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He treats children from birth to young adulthood who have neurological disorders that affect the brain and spine.Dr. Ahmed treats a wide variety of conditions such as hydrocephalus (fluid buildup in the brain), epilepsy (seizure disorder), movement disorders, brain tumors and spinal conditions that require surgery. He has a special clinical interest in pediatric epilepsy.Dr. Ahmed believes in thoroughly preparing his patients and their families for the treatment journey. He considers each patient’s age and level of understanding when discussing treatments and shares information appropriate for their age groups. He keeps families informed throughout the process and listens carefully to their concerns. He offers education about procedures and presents all the treatment options, so families can make informed decisions about their child’s care.In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Ahmed conducts clinical research to improve pediatric epilepsy treatments.In his free time, Dr. Ahmed enjoys native gardening with local plants.It's very rewarding to help children get better to reach their full potential in life. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Ahmed is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

Stephen Hohmann, MD is a Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. He is a vascular surgery specialist in Dallas, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field.  Dr. Hohmann has more experience with Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM), Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection than other specialists in his area.  He graduated from University Of California, San Diego, School of Medicine medical school in 2001.  He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano. Dr. Hohmann is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Insufficiency, Hernia, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Hohmann is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, Vascular Surgery- American Board Of Vascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/Vascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery- American Board Of Surgery, and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hohmann is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Kwiatt is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. Dr. Kwiatt is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Kwiatt is board certified in American Board Of Surgery,Surgery (General Surgery) , 2015. Dr. Kwiatt is currently accepting new patients.

Barton Bradshaw is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Auburn, California. Dr. Bradshaw is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Cellulitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Bradshaw is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Bradshaw is currently accepting new patients.

James Fitzpatrick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fairfield, Ohio. Dr. Fitzpatrick is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Cellulitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Fitzpatrick is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Philip Edmundson's undergraduate education in philosophy has helped him to excel as a critical thinker and adept problem solver in the operating room. This he combines with his advanced training and clinical experience in general surgery, surgical critical care and trauma surgery to deliver the utmost in surgical care to his patients.Dr. Philip Edmundson is a fifth-generation Texan, born in San Antonio and then raised in Houston. His early educational focus in philosophy has helped him to excel as a critical thinker and adept problem solver in the operating room. This he combines with his advanced training and clinical experience in general surgery, surgical critical care and trauma surgery to deliver the utmost in surgical care to his patients.Dr. Edmundson earned his medical degree in 2013 from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He served as a member of the Parkland Memorial Hospital Ethics committee throughout his medical training. He was named Chief Resident in the final year of his general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Edmundson received other honors during his time at Baylor as well, including Top ABSITE Score, Raleigh Ross Scholar and the David B. McReynold Servant's Heart Award. He went on to complete his surgical critical care fellowship at The UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he also served as a specialist within the Division of Trauma & Emergency Surgery.As a fellowship-trained surgical critical care physician, Dr. Edmundson cares for patients with acute, life-threatening and potentially life-threatening surgical conditions, including tissue injuries due to trauma/wounds, burns, infections, acute inflammation and ischemia. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and Society of Critical Care Medicine-Texas Chapter. When not with his patients, Dr. Edmundson enjoys film photography and playing on his electric and acoustic guitars. Dr. Edmundson is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Edmundson is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Hill is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Hill is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Kidney Transplant, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Hill is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery), Surgical Critical Care:, and American Board Of Surgery,2006. Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Drew Farmer is board-certified in general surgery and surgical critical care and fellowship-trained in trauma and critical care. He is skilled in the use of advanced and minimally invasive surgical techniques, including endoscopy and laparoscopy, to care for patients with acute, life-threatening and potentially life-threatening surgical conditions. His areas of special focus include vascular trauma, surgical rib stabilization, intra-abdominal infections, and penetrating trauma to the neck, chest and abdomen. His work in intra-abdominal care has been published in the peer-reviewed medical journal Surgical Infections.Dr. Farmer earned his medical degree in 2014 while at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. He completed his general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. He was named Chief Resident in the final year of his residency. Dr. Farmer completed his trauma and critical care fellowship at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He previously served as a general surgeon at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, also in Philadelphia, within the Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care & Emergency Surgery.Dr. Farmer is a member of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma, American College of Surgeons, Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and Society of Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Farmer is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, Hypovolemic Shock, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Farmer is currently accepting new patients.

William Hooks-Iii is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Hooks-Iii is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hooks-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

Raimundo Pastor is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Pastor is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Pastor is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pastor is currently accepting new patients.

Cathryn Chadwick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Chadwick is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Chadwick is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Chadwick is currently accepting new patients.

Shadi Fahs is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Dearborn, Michigan. Dr. Fahs is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fahs is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fahs is currently accepting new patients.

Kristin Long, MD, is a UW Health surgeon and an associate professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Endocrine Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Long specializes in treating both benign and malignant (cancerous) diseases of the endocrine system. This network of glands and organs produces and releases hormones and includes the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands.Dr. Long has a special interest in surgical treatment of thyroid cancer, parathyroid disease and hereditary endocrine syndromes.She is also interested in global surgery and improving access to specialized care for patients with unique endocrine disorders. Dr. Long conducts research on endocrine surgery and building global surgical capacity. She spends time operating and working in Sub-Saharan Africa and other resource-limited settings. Dr. Long collaborates with local health care providers to increase surgical care availability.Outside of work, she enjoys traveling internationally, attending concerts, learning to play the guitar and working with special needs animal rescues.Every person is unique and there’s a lot of patient-centered decision-making that goes into trying to find the right fit for the right person at the right time. Dr. Long is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Long is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.