25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me

Speaks: English. Dr. Hogg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

Stephen Goldman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sycamore, Illinois. Dr. Goldman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Cellulitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Crystal's research interests focus on advancing the knowledge of the management of breast cancer and cutaneous malignancies with the goal of improving clinical outcomes. Dr. Crystal is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Mastectomy. Dr. Crystal is currently accepting new patients.

Ali Aminian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Aminian is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Aminian is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2023.

Lindsey Lund is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paducah, Kentucky. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Lund is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Cholecystitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lund is currently accepting new patients.

Caitlin Arey, ARNP, specializes in Vascular Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Arey is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. Dr. Arey is currently accepting new patients.

Rahil Dharia is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Leesburg, Virginia. Dr. Dharia is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Hernia Surgery.

Maneesh Ailawadi is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ailawadi is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ailawadi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

I chose to become a surgical oncologist because of the unique opportunity for complex surgical care and longer-term follow-up. The interpersonal relationships with patients serve to motivate me as a physician. Recognizing how difficult it must be as a patient diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening illness, I strive to minimize the stress on patients and families. I do this by educating them about their diagnosis and potential treatments, enabling them to make key decisions in their care and closely caring for them for the duration of their recovery from surgery. I am humbled by the faith and confidence that patients place in their surgeons, and I strive to always exceed their expectations. Following 20 years of service on active duty in the Army, I am eager to join the team at Duke University Medical Center and provide the best possible care to our patients. Dr. Herbert is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Childhood Pancreatitis, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Herbert is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Complex General Surgical Oncology and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.

Dr. Chadwick Smith is an acute care surgeon with Orlando Health Medical Group Surgery and a surgeon with the Orlando Health Complex Hernia Center. He is board certified in general surgery, surgical critical care and neuro-critical care. Dr. Smith's surgical interests include acute care, robotic and burn surgery, and his expertise includes: Minimally invasive laparoscopy surgery Open repair surgery General surgery Trauma and acute care surgery Surgical critical care Abdominal wall reconstruction Hernia repairs Para-esophageal hernia repair Surgical treatment of gastroesophageal reflux Foregut surgery Dr. Smith's Training Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis. He completed his residency in general surgery and a fellowship in surgical critical care at Orlando Health. About Dr. Smith Dr. Smith is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma. Dr. Smith serves as president of the Florida Society of Critical Care Medicine. He was vice chairman of surgery at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center from 2013 to 2017. For more than a decade, Dr. Smith has been involved in the education of medical students at Orlando Health. He is the program director of the surgical critical care fellowship and the director of the basic science education curriculum. He is a certified director for the Fundamentals of Critical Care Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support courses. Dr. Smith also serves as an assistant professor of surgery at Florida State University and the University of Central Florida and a courtesy clinical assistant professor at the University of Florida. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care, and General Surgery.

Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins and also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program. Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of hiatal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, including innovative endoscopic therapies, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. Dr. Parker has consistently been selected as a Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctor in 2023, 2024, and 2025. As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes. Learn more about Dr. Parker and his partners within the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Johns Hopkins Heartburn Center and the Johns Hopkins Motility and Neurogastroenterology Center. Dr. Parker is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Parker is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Knudson received her medical degree from University of Colorado School of Medicine where she was active in AOA, the medical honor society. She is board certified in general surgery. She completed a five-year surgical residency at University of Colorado. Dr. Knudson's philosophy of care focuses on the accessibility of individualized treatment so that all of her patients understand every step of their health and healing journey, from diagnosis to recovery. She has a special interest in treating breast disease,bringing sensitivity and expertise to develop a plan that's right for her patients and their families.Dr. Knudson performs routine general surgery as well. She knows that a surgery that may seem routine or minor is one of the biggest things that will happen to her patient in a year. It will make the Christmas card, she says. She takes this impact to heart when working with her patients.Dr. Knudson enjoys outdoor photography, kayaking and spending time outdoors. Dr. Knudson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Ogilvie Syndrome. Dr. Knudson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Knudson is currently accepting new patients.

Theresa K. Hayssen, MD, is a general surgeon and colon & rectal surgeon at Ascension Wisconsin in Franklin and Brookfield. Dr. Hayssen is board-certified in both colon & rectal surgery, and general surgery. She provides surgical care to patients aged 16 years and older. Dr. Hayssen has a special interest in the surgical management of colon & rectal cancer. Dr. Hayssen is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Hayssen is board certified in The American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Hayssen is currently accepting new patients.

Sina Matin, MD is a board-certified surgeon and serves as the Section Chief of Surgery for HealthTexas Provider Network. He also serves as the Vice Chair for the Medical Executive Committee and served as the Chief of Surgery and Medical Director of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Grapevine from 2017 - 2023. Dr. Matin provides care to patients aged 17 and older. In addition to general surgery, he is highly experienced in advanced laparoscopic surgery, revisional bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and specialized video cameras through robotic technology. Dr. Matin is the President of the Texas Association for Bariatric Surgery (TABS) and is renowned in the Dallas Fort Worth region for helping morbidly obese patients gain their lives and health back through surgical weight loss treatments. He is also passionate about helping patients maintain a healthy weight, even if they are not eligible for surgery, by working hand-in-hand with them to find the most appropriate non-surgical weight loss option. Dr. Matin is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Matin is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, - American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, Metabolic Bariatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery, Metabolic Bariatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery / Focused Practice In Metabolic Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery, and Metabolic Bariatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Leonard is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon subspecializing in trauma. Her clinical interests include trauma surgery, acute care surgery and surgical critical care. Dr. Leonard obtained her medical degree from the University of Iowa. She completed her residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and her fellowship in trauma and critical care at the University of Maryland. Dr. Leonard is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgical critical care. Dr. Leonard is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Leonard is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery In Surgical Critical Care.

Bryan Ellis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Ellis is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ellis is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - 2001. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Foernges is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in trauma critical care. His clinical interests include trauma surgery, gastrointestinal surgery and necrotizing soft tissue infection. Dr. Foernges graduated from Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Faculdade de Medicina in Brazil, where he earned his medical degree. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center, and his fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Foernges is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgical critical care. He speaks English, Portuguese and Spanish. Dr. Foernges is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Hernia Surgery, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Foernges is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery In Surgical Critical Care.

Stephen G. Hersperger, MD, is a surgeon with Orlando Health who is board certified in general surgery and surgical critical care. Dr. Hersperger earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City, and a BS degree in biology from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He completed an internship and residency at the University of Oklahoma Department of Surgery, where he was chief resident in 2013-14. He also completed a fellowship in surgical critical care and emergency surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania – Penn Medicine, and a fellowship in trauma and surgical critical care at Penn Medicine’s Level 1 Trauma Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Hersperger served as an instructor of surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. He has conducted research on traumatic brain injuries and infection, and the training of trauma providers. He is a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Hersperger is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hersperger is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care, and General Surgery.

Andrea Romano is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Romano is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Romano is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Philosophy of care | I recognize that if someone is coming to me, they’re probably in a difficult situation. I have an obligation and responsibility to guide them through a vulnerable time in a way that’s consistent with the Hippocratic oath and how I would want a family member treated. I spend time explaining things and feel it’s important to answer all questions, and I check on people in the hospital to ask how they’re doing or if any concerns have gone unaddressed. I know that uncertainty about surgery drives a lot of worry, and I try to provide at least some level of comfort about what they’re about to go through to make a scary process a little less anxiety-provoking. And my name – pronounced KNOCK-um-son – can be hard to remember, so I just have people call me Dr. Josh. That feels friendlier, and I find it makes people more receptive. | Why I entered medicine | It was a tough choice because I had a lot of interests. But it came down to knowing that medicine would always be interesting and not stagnant. I like being in a dynamic field, and in medicine things may be done differently in five or 10 years. I knew I would regret it if I had the opportunity to enter medicine and didn’t take it. And there’s virtue in it. At its core, medicine is a noble field that allows you to look at yourself in the mirror at the end of the day and say you did something to improve someone’s life. I don’t think there’s much else you could do that would be more satisfying than using your skills and training to make someone feel better at a difficult time. I’m still as in awe of the profession as I was on the first day of medical school. | Community involvement | I like to participate in a lot of health fairs and community events, give talks and presentations, do write-ups in the media or sometimes go on TV to raise awareness about different aspects of colorectal health, especially colon cancer. I’ve made a point of making myself available for the community. My wife and two kids moved to the area from New Jersey in fall 2017. | Personal interests | Aside from spending time with my family, I like to read and travel. My goal is eventually to travel whole world. My kids are young, so we haven’t gone anywhere international with them, but plan to do so as they get older. In the past I’ve been to places in East Asia like Taiwan, Japan and French Polynesia. In the U.S., I’ve lived in a lot of places, including Texas, Florida and Louisiana, and I’m always impressed by the diversity even within our own country. | Image | Your health deserves an award-winning partner. Thank you for choosing LVPG Surgery–Health & Wellness Center as the 2024 Standard Speaker Reader’s Choice Award Winner for Best Surgeons. Dr. Nochumson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Nochumson is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

Richard Greenberg is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Greenberg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Greenberg is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Greenberg is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Leavitt is a native of Arizona. He attended K-12 in the Gilbert public school system and later went on to ASU where he received a bachelor's degree in Spanish literature and linguistics. He is fluent in Spanish and has gone on several medical missions trips to Mexico where he has been able to treat underserved populations.He attended Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ for his medical school training. Upon completion of his medical degree he was accepted into a general surgery residency program at Beaumont Health in Detroit, Michigan through Michigan State University. Dr. Leavitt trained heavily in laparoscopic surgery, trauma surgery, colorectal surgery, hernia surgery, anti-reflux surgery, breast surgery, wound care, and endoscopy including EGD and colonoscopy.  He is board certified to treat a wide range of medical conditions including disorders of the gallbladder, stomach, intestines, and colon.After successfully completing his 5-year residency he was accepted at Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center as a bariatric fellow for one year where he was dedicated to learning more about obesity and its surgical treatment.  He presented some of his bariatric research at Obesity Week in Los Angeles and at the SAGES conference in Boston.Dr. Leavitt is currently a member of several surgical societies including:  American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, AOA. Dr. Leavitt is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Obesity, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Leavitt is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Leavitt is currently accepting new patients.

I am a surgeon with interests in all areas of general surgery, endoscopy and critical care. I know that the patient-surgeon relationship is a special one that requires a significant amount of trust. I'd like my patients to know that I’m committed to earning that trust by providing excellent care, the same care I’d want my loved ones to receive. I take pride in educating patients about their problems and finding solutions that are the right fit for them, and I truly enjoy doing surgery and interacting with patients and their families. Helping people feel better is the most rewarding part of my work, and I also enjoy being a mentor and teacher to new surgeons. Dr. Perkins is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Perkins is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery-Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Perkins is currently accepting new patients.

Peter B. Petratos, MD, a general surgeon at Endeavor Health, performs surgical treatment for a variety of conditions including hernias, colorectal disorders and gallbladder disease. He also provides skin lesion removals and gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Petratos combines surgical expertise with clear communication, working to ensure patients understand their options and feel comfortable throughout the care process. Dr. Petratos is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Petratos is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

John Bayouth is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Bayouth is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Bayouth is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.