25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me

Marc Levitt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Levitt is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Levitt is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2010, Cardiothoracic Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2010, and Pediatric Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2012. Dr. Levitt is currently accepting new patients.

Takeyoshi Ota is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ota is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Ota is board certified in Surgery (Japan)Practicing Since1999. Dr. Ota is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Anne Ehlers is the Division Chief of Minimally Invasive Surgery and a faculty member in the Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan. Since joining the Department in 2019, she has developed a clinical practice specializing in bariatric surgery, abdominal wall hernia repair, and benign foregut disorders. She is Board Certified in General Surgery and fellowship trained in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery.Dr. Ehlers was born in Seattle, WA and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame before returning to the University of Washington for medical school, general surgery residency, and fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery. During residency, she completed a two-year NIH T32-funded research fellowship and obtained a Master of Public Health degree.Her research applies patient-centered outcomes and implementation science frameworks to improve quality of care in abdominal wall hernia repair. Her leadership at the Michigan Surgical Quality Collaborative Core Optimization Hernia Registry (MSQC-COHR) advances evidence-based, statewide quality improvement initiatives. At the national level, she is an active member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), which honored her with the 2025 Early Career Faculty Researcher Award in recognition of her contributions. Supported by NIH funding, Dr. Ehlers has published extensively on abdominal wall hernia repair and remains committed to advancing and disseminating best practices in surgical care. Dr. Ehlers is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ehlers is board certified in Surgery.

Kurt Roberts is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Roberts is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Roberts is board certified in American Board Of General, Surgery. Dr. Roberts is currently accepting new patients.

Gary Clayman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Clayman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Clayman is currently accepting new patients.

Lillian Kao is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kao is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Appendicitis, Gallstones, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Kao is currently accepting new patients.

Travis Grotz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Grotz is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Stomach Cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Gastrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Grotz is currently accepting new patients.

Gina Adrales, M.D., M.P.H., joins the Johns Hopkins Department of Surgery as Director of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Director of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Training and Innovation Center, and Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Bariatric Surgery Fellowship. Her areas of clinical expertise include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gallbladder disease, achalasia, splenectomy (spleen removal), benign gastric and intestinal surgery, bariatric surgery, and open and laparoscopic hernia repair (inguinal, ventral, incisional, umbilical, hiatal, paraesophageal). Dr. Adrales has been named an associate member of the American College of Surgeons' Academy of Master Surgeon Educators. Awardees are recognized for having devoted their careers to surgical education and are considered premier leaders in their respective fields. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Adrales was on faculty at Dartmouth where she directed the Surgery Clerkship, the Hernia Surgery Center, and the Bariatric Surgery Program. During her tenure at Dartmouth, she earned her Masters of Public Health at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. She received her undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary and her medical degree from the University of Virginia. She completed her residency at the Carolinas Medical Center and a research and clinical fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the University of Kentucky before her first faculty appointment at the Medical College of Georgia. A national leader in hernia surgery, Dr. Adrales serves on the Executive Council of the Americas Hernia Society and previously served on the Executive Council of the Americas Hernia Society Quality Collaborative to improve the safety and quality of hernia surgery. She is actively involved in a number of committees for the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons including various roles in surgical education, the development of the Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery and an innovative interactive hernia surgery education module. Dr. Adrales’ research interests include health services research, clinical outcomes and quality improvement in minimally invasive foregut surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery, and abdominal wall reconstruction. She has presented her work regionally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Adrales is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroparesis, Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Adrales is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Adrales is currently accepting new patients.

Russell Reid is a General Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Reid is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Micrognathia, Legius Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Reid is board certified in Practicing Since2006, American Board Of Plastic Surgery, and Plastic Surgery. Dr. Reid is currently accepting new patients.

caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Rogers is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Rogers is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Rogers is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Suniti N. Nimbkar is a surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) , the medical director for the Breast Care Center at South Shore Hospital, in clinical affiliation with the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, and an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Nimbkar received her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and then completed a surgery residency at Boston University Medical Center (now Boston Medical Center). She is board certified in general surgery.Dr. Nimkar’s clinical and research interests include benign breast disease, breast conservation surgery, mastectomy with immediate reconstruction, nipple-sparing mastectomy, pregnancy-associated breast cancer and sentinel lymph node biopsy. Dr. Nimbkar is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Nimbkar is board certified in Surgery, General. Dr. Nimbkar is currently accepting new patients.

Rogsbert Phillips is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Phillips is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Phillips is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 1984. Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

Anna Frances Tyson, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, performs surgical procedures to treat conditions affecting the digestive tract and abdominal organs. Dr. Tyson works with patients to determine the best surgical approach and provides care before, during and after surgery. Dr. Tyson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Tyson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tyson is currently accepting new patients.

Telehealth visits are available.Personalized Attentive CareDr. Toomari prides himself on personalizing his treatment to each and every patient. With a caring and attentive focus, he will listen and examine you to determine the source of your ailment, and work together with you to find the optimal treatment plan for your individual case.Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery?Dr. Toomari provides care to patients in the San Fernando Valley and Greater Los Angeles area, using the latest State-of-the-Art Technologies. Dr. Toomari is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Toomari is board certified in American Os Bd Surgery General. Dr. Toomari is currently accepting new patients.

Susan Branton, MD, specializes in breast surgery and is certified by the American Board of Surgery. She practices at UPMC Susquehanna Health, Breast Center and is affiliated with UPMC Williamsport. She completed her fellowship at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville Florida, residency at Jefferson Health - Abington Hospital, and medical degree at Temple School of Medicine. Dr. Branton is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease. Dr. Branton is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Branton is currently accepting new patients.

James Tribble is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Tribble is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Tribble is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Gawel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Gawel is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Gawel is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Gawel is currently accepting new patients.

Steven C. Cunningham, MD, is a general surgeon and surgical oncologist at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, MD. He offers world-class, multidisciplinary, and minimally invasive evaluation and treatment of pancreatic, biliary, and liver diseases. Dr. Cunningham is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Cunningham is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.

Justin Daniel Sobinsky, MD, a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for a wide range of digestive and abdominal conditions. He uses advanced techniques to support recovery and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver individualized treatment plans. Dr. Sobinsky is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Sobinsky is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sobinsky is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin E. Schneider, M.D., is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and serves as chief of the Division of Bariatric and Foregut Surgery. He previously served as section head of bariatric surgery. His surgical expertise includes bariatric/weight loss surgery, colon disorders, colorectal cancer, and hernia and abdominal wall surgeries.Dr. Schneider earned his medical degree at the University of Colorado Denver Health Sciences Center. He completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and then received advanced training in laparoscopy through two clinical fellowships, one at UT Southwestern and another at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.Prior to joining the UT Southwestern faculty in 2017, Dr. Schneider served on numerous committees and as Director of the Weight Loss Surgery fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess, as well as Director of the Weight Loss Surgery program at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital.Dr. Schneider’s research interests include bariatric surgery and its outcomes, as well as treatment of hernias and the foregut. A national and international guest lecturer and presenter, he is also the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles, chapters, and editorials.He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders.In 2020, Dr. Schneider achieved top 1% in the nation in patient satisfaction at Texas Health Dallas, as measured by the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) and Press Ganey. Dr. Schneider is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. David Melniczek, MD is a general surgery specialist in Jackson, CA and has been practicing for 20 years. He specializes in general surgery and bariatric surgery.Dr. Melniczek graduated from the Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College in 1998. He works in Jackson, CA and 1 other location and specializes in Surgery. Dr. Melniczek is affiliated with Sutter Amador Hospital and Mark Twaine Medical Center. He speaks English. He is a professional member of the Fellow of the American Academy of Surgeons and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons. He specializes in Appendectomy, Colectomy, Hemorrhoidectomy, Enterostomy and many more. Dr. Melniczek is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Melniczek is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Melniczek is currently accepting new patients.

Glen Fitterman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Plainview, New York. Dr. Fitterman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Fitterman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fitterman is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Gelman is a board certified surgeon. He graduated in the top ten percent of his medical school class at Rush University in Chicago. Dr. Gelman's surgical expertise encompasses a wide range of areas with extensive additional training and experience including thyroid & parathyroid surgery. He has extensively trained with internationally renowned hair restoration surgeons to master all surgical and artistic aspects of hair transplantation. Dr. Gelman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gelman is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Gelman is currently accepting new patients.

"Dr. Ranjana Chaterji practices at Northern Westchester Hospital. She specializes in the comprehensive, minimally invasive, and compassionate treatment of benign and malignant breast disease. Her offices are located in Mt Kisco and Yorktown. Dr. Chaterji is passionate about getting to know her patients and following their journeys, which is why she chose to specialize in breast surgery.When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, she may feel worried, confused and overwhelmed. ""It's my job to make a game plan and instill her with confidence in her treatment plan,"" says Dr. Chaterji. ""High-tech medicine needs to be combined with empathy, support, and caring."" Breast surgery is an exciting field where many more choices and options are being opened up to women. It's empowering and tailored to each woman.Dr. Chaterji believes in a holistic approach to treating breast cancer and often recommends integrative medicine as part of the treatment process. ""I wholeheartedly believe that holistic treatments complement medical treatment,"" says Dr. Chaterji. ""I encourage my patients to take advantage of our Bruce and Andrea Yablon Cancer Health and Wellness Program, where they can choose from free integrative medicine services, including reiki, acupuncture, massage, nutrition planning, fitness and exercise plans, mindful wellness and emotional support, and a survivorship program.""". Dr. Chaterji is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Chaterji is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Chaterji is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Soares is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Williamsburg, Virginia. Dr. Soares is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Intraductal Papilloma, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Soares is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) - 2028. Dr. Soares is currently accepting new patients.