25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me

Blair Rowitz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Urbana, Illinois. Dr. Rowitz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Lymphedema, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Emil J Fernando, MD, is pleased to provide superior breast surgical care to the greater Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania/Eastern Ohio regions. He is an expert in breast cancer and also benign (non-cancerous) breast disease, and he performs the full spectrum of breast surgery procedures and operations. Dr. Fernando received his medical degree from the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine (Maywood, IL). He completed his General Surgery residency training at the world-famous Cleveland Clinic (Cleveland, OH). He then finished his Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship training at the prestigious Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Chicago, IL). He is board-certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). Dr. Fernando is the Program Director for AHN’s Breast Surgery Fellowship program, and he is honored to train the future generation of breast surgeons. Dr. Fernando brings his world-class training and expertise directly to the Pittsburgh community, so his patients do not need to travel far to receive the best quality of care. Dr. Fernando makes his patients his number one priority, and he promises to give the highest level of compassion and empathy to his patients in addition to his advanced surgical skills. He is adept at nipple-saving mastectomies and also oncoplastic surgery for lumpectomy to give the best cosmetic results possible. Dr. Fernando works with a multi-disciplinary team of radiologists, pathologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, and numerous support staff to ensure that all of his patients are receiving comprehensive care and have access to the latest advancements in treatment here at AHN. Dr. Fernando also believes in giving back to the community. He has given numerous local magazine, television, and radio interviews, and has attended community outreach events. In 2021 he participated in Pittsburgh’s American Cancer Society “Real Men Wear Pink Pittsburgh” campaign, and raised $11,000 directly for breast cancer research and treatment! Dr. Fernando conducts research in breast cancer, and he is published in the field. He is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, and the Society of Surgical Oncology. Outside of work, Dr. Fernando enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters. He is fond of film and theatre, and is an avid music enthusiast. He has a strong interest in history, particularly the American Civil War and the RMS Titanic. He is an amateur chess player, and is also working towards his pilot’s license. Dr. Fernando is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Fernando is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).

An expert in rhinology & minimally invasive skull base surgery, Dr. Jonathan Overdevest focuses on therapies and procedures that restore sinonasal function. He specializes in managing the care of patients suffering from symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis, nasal obstruction, chronic nose bleeds, sinonasal and intracranial skull base tumors, as well as eye issues such as excessive tearing.Dr. Overdevest completed his rhinology and skull base fellowship training at Stanford University, and his Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery residency at UCSF (University of California, San Francisco). While training, he was recognized for his “exceptional warmth, compassion, and service to patients,” with numerous awards, including a coveted AOA Outstanding Resident Award, the Julius R. Krevans Award for Clinical Excellence, recognition as an exquisite provider as the Surgical Consultant of the Year, and was named a UCSF Medical Center Outstanding Physician Award finalist.Before his medical training at UCSF, he graduated from the University of Virginia, where he received both his MD, as well as a PhD for my doctoral research where the team identified and subsequently developed an immunologic therapy to target a key molecule involved in the metastatic migration of tumor cells. His undergraduate training was completed at Cornell University, where he was a Cornell Tradition & Francis S. Viele Fellow prior to graduating cum laude and with distinction.Dr. Overdevest believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care, and regularly participates in collaborative management of patients with various Ophthalmology, Plastic Surgery, Allergy, and Pulmonology colleagues. In particular, he works in close collaboration with our neurosurgical team to assist with the removal of brain tumors that are accessible through a minimally invasive corridor created through the nasal cavity. Our practice at Columbia seeks to provide a compassionate and comprehensive setting for patients with sinonasal complaints. As a team, we will reduce the severity of your daily symptoms and work to improve your ability to overcome the underlying cause of your sinonasal disorder.When not engaged in his medical practice, he lives with his family, a stone’s throw away from the American Museum of Natural History, where they regularly go whale watching. He is avid alpine skier who tries to keep up with his 70-year-old in-laws, as well as an endurance cyclist looking to soak in the spectacles of all seven continents. Dr. Overdevest is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Overdevest is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Overdevest is currently accepting new patients.

My surgical practice encompasses all the traditional areas of general surgery, with a special interest in minimally invasive surgical procedures. I perform advanced laparoscopic operations for gastroesophageal reflux disease and other diseases of the gallbladder, stomach, small bowel, colon and rectum. I also perform minimally invasive and open hernia surgery. Other areas of interest include minimally invasive management of varicose vein disease and venous insufficiency, the surgical management of breast cancer, colonoscopy and upper endoscopy. First and foremost, I always listen to my patients’ priorities before collaborating on a course of action. I take genuine enjoyment in my patients doing well, and I always strive to provide the best care possible. Dr. Saterbak is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Saterbak is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Saterbak is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Williams is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Fenton, Missouri. Dr. Williams is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Insufficiency, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peripheral Artery Disease, Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Williams is board certified in American Board Of Surgery/General-Vascular Surgery , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Surgery , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

"Dr. Behr, born and raised in St. Charles County, is board certified in general surgery with a specialty in breast surgical oncology. She received her medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis in 2009. She then went on to complete her internship and residency in general surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY. Behr then did her fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Behr takes special interest in the spectrum of breast diseases including new breast masses, abnormal mammograms, nipple discharge, breast cancer and breast pain. She consults with patients at higher-risk, such as those with a family history of breast cancer or prior breast biopsies showing atypical findings. Dr. Behr is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Association of Women Surgeons and American Society of Breast Surgeons. ""Building a trusting relationship with my patients is my first priority. I treat each person as if they were my family member. Together, through open and honest discussion, we develop a feeling of comfort with and confidence in me and the entire SSM Health breast care team."" - Andrea Behr, MD, FACS Dr. Behr has completed extensive training in Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer. She performs both Hidden Scar Lumpectomy/Partial Mastectomy and Hidden Scar Mastectomy procedures. During Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, the incision is made in the fold under the breast, around the edge of the nipple area or in the armpit, so the scar is less visible after breast surgery.". Dr. Behr is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Behr is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Surgery , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Behr is currently accepting new patients.

Shirley Su is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Su is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Turbinectomy, and Septoplasty.

Dr. Sandmann attended medical school at the University of Oklahoma and completed his residency in the OB/GYN department at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He also is subspecialty board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Sandmann is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectocele, Angiomyoma, Menopause, Oophorectomy, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Sandmann is board certified in Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery- American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology- American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery- American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology/Female Pelvic Medicine And Reconstructive Surgery, Obstetrics And Gynecology- American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery- American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology/Urogynecology And Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, and Female Pelvic Medicine And Reconstructive Surgery- American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology/Female Pelvic Medicine And Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Sandmann is currently accepting new patients.

David Schumacher is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Indiana. Dr. Schumacher is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Schumacher is board certified in American College Of Surgeons, Board Certification and American Society Of Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery, Board Certification. Dr. Schumacher is currently accepting new patients.

I believe in honesty and integrity of care. There is nothing more important in a physician-patient relationship than honesty, even if the news isn't good. Dr. Katilius is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Katilius is board certified in General Surgery — General Surgery and General Surgery. Dr. Katilius is currently accepting new patients.

Danielle Haakinson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Haakinson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Failure, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Haakinson is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Haakinson is currently accepting new patients.

I wanted to help those who were sick or injured, and have a career that is challenging, interesting, and makes a difference in people's lives.What I want my patients to know about me:The more I have been involved in medicine, the more interested I have become in not only addressing illness but also prevention and lifestyle changes that can help improve health.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Mom to two boys, rowing, traveling. Dr. Thieme is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Thieme is currently accepting new patients.

Tara Grahovac, M.D. is a board-certified breast surgeon, also known as a breast surgical oncologist specializing in diagnosing, staging, and removing cancerous growths in the breast. Dr. Grahovac provides comprehensive and compassionate patient care to improve the health and wellness of women in the Beaufort and Bluffton communities. A fellowship-trained surgical oncologist, she is an expert in the medical treatment and surveillance programs for women with breast cancer and those at high risk for the disease. At MUSC Health, she joins the Breast Care \& Surgery Program at Beaufort Memorial Hospital, where she leads the surgical effort.The Beaufort Memorial Breast Care \& Surgery Program offers expert, comprehensive breast care for a full range of diseases, from benign breast conditions to breast cancer. The program is one of several cancer care initiatives between Beaufort Memorial and MUSC Health. Through the affiliation, patients at Beaufort Memorial also have access to promising clinical trials and subspecialists experienced in treating rare or complex cancers. Located in Beaufort Memorial's nationally accredited Breast Health Center in Okatie, the program provides a full complement of screening and diagnostic services, as well as genetics testing and high risk assessment for early identification and surveillance of genetic cancers.Before joining MUSC, Dr. Grahovac was the first specialty-trained breast surgeon within St. Clair Health, an independent tertiary care center in Pittsburgh, PA. There she had a leadership role in expanding their breast oncology services, working closely with the physical therapy and occupational therapy departments to expand lymphedema clinic services. She was also instrumental in developing a multidisciplinary clinic and breast cancer conference, an annual survivorship Saturday event, and a high-risk breast screening program.Dr. Grahovac earned her medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Ohio, and finished her residency in general surgery at Allegheny General Hospital. She then completed a fellowship in breast surgical oncology at the Magee Women's Hospital, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Grahovac is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Grahovac is currently accepting new patients.

Anil Sinha, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Lake Jackson and nearby communities. Anil Sinha specializes in Surgery and works at Gulf Coast Surgical Clinic. To make an appointment, please call (979) 285-2828. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Sinha is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Splenectomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Sinha is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Soneson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Bend, Wisconsin. Dr. Soneson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Soneson is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Soneson is currently accepting new patients.

Alan Murdock is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Murdock is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Murdock is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Murdock is currently accepting new patients.

I practice patient-centered care, focusing on education and clear communication with patients. I understand that no two patients are the same, and I create individual treatment plans based on patient needs and the best medical evidence. I bring years of experience, extensive technical expertise, and a deep fund of knowledge to obtain the best surgical outcomes. Dr. Digney is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Digney is board certified in Board-Certified In General Surgery. Dr. Digney is currently accepting new patients.

John Chovanes is a General Surgeon and an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Camden, New Jersey. Dr. Chovanes is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Chovanes is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery,General Surgery , 2008. Dr. Chovanes is currently accepting new patients.

Consandre Romain is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Poland, Ohio. Dr. Romain is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Romain is currently accepting new patients.

Cass Franklin, MD, specializes in General/Trauma Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Trauma/Surgery Care Clinic in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Franklin is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.

Viney Setya is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Setya is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Epidural Lipomatosis. Dr. Setya is currently accepting new patients.

Gintaras Antanavicius is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Warminster, Pennsylvania. Dr. Antanavicius is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Heartburn, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Antanavicius is board certified in General and Surgery. Dr. Antanavicius is currently accepting new patients.

Speaks: English. Dr. Hogg-Korderas 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. Dr. Hogg-Korderas is currently accepting new patients.

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. Goldman is currently accepting new patients.

My hobbies include spending quality time with my family, hiking, tennis, chess and playing the guitar. Dr. Demar is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Demar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Demar is currently accepting new patients.