25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me

Seyed Arshad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Arshad is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Peptic Ulcer, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Arshad is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2024. Dr. Arshad is currently accepting new patients.

James Naples is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Naples is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Acoustic Neuroma, Hearing Loss, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. Dr. Naples is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Naples is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Hodgens is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Hodgens is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Endoscopy. Dr. Hodgens is currently accepting new patients.

Vikrom Dhar, MD is a board certified and fellowship trained general, bariatric, and foregut surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in the Upper East Side. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with an emphasis on bariatric and weight loss surgery, gastroesophageal reflux disease, paraesophageal and hiatal hernias, gastroesophageal motility disorders, abdominal wall and inguinal hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, diverticulitis, and gastrointestinal cancers. After completing undergraduate studies in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Dr. Dhar earned his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency training at the University of Cincinnati, where he was elected the Administrative Chief Resident. During this time, he also completed dedicated research fellowships with the Cincinnati Research on Outcomes and Safety in Surgery (CROSS) and Cincinnati Collaborative for Obesity Research (CCORE) groups. Following residency, he completed an Advanced Gastrointestinal, Bariatric, and Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Dhar utilizes state of the art robotic and minimally invasive surgery techniques for all procedures including sleeve gastrectomy, roux-en-y gastric bypass, and duodenal switch to offer patients less pain, faster recovery, and improved cosmesis compared to traditional surgical approaches. He strongly believes in tailoring comprehensive care plans for each individual patient to achieve successful outcomes while providing thoughtful and compassionate care. Dr. Dhar has authored over 45 publications in peer-reviewed journals and has given over 50 presentations at local, regional, and national surgical meetings. He has been awarded numerous honors including the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract Residents and Fellows Research Presentation Award, Central Surgical Association Best New Member Paper Award, induction into Alpha Omega Alpha, and the University of Cincinnati Max Zinninger Award. Dr. Dhar is board certified in General Surgery and holds certifications in Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery and Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery. He is an active member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and Society for Surgeons of the Alimentary Tract. Dr. Dhar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Pancreatic Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dhar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Dhar is currently accepting new patients.

Kristina Thornburg, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon. She provides care for people who need a wide range of surgical procedures, including minimally invasive hernia repair, treatment for breast cancer and breast cysts, and the removal of colon cancer. She also provides treatment for a variety of conditions including gallbladder disease, skin lesions, lipomas, diverticulitis and diverticulosis.|Dr. Thornburg has a clinical interest in robotic hernia surgery and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy.|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Thornburg earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a general surgery residency at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, where she served as chief resident.|A native of Schuylkill County, Dr. Thornburg is dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique needs of her community.|In 2016 and 2018, Dr. Thornburg received the Geisinger Top Patient Experience Clinician Award in recognition of her commitment to providing excellent care for her patients.|She is an active member of several organizations, including the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons, Pennsylvania Medical Society and American Osteopathic Association.|In her spare time, Dr. Thornburg enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Dr. Thornburg is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Thornburg is currently accepting new patients.

Maureen P. Kuhrt, MD, MS, is a wound management specialist at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, Indiana. Dr. Kuhrt diagnoses and treats complex wounds. Dr. Kuhrt has a clinical interest in the management of skin ulcers-such as venous leg ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers-as well as the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for approved conditions like radiation injuries, osteoradionecrosis, chronic refractory osteomyelitis and difficult-to-heal diabetic wounds. Dr. Kuhrt is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, Necrosis, and Cherubism. Dr. Kuhrt is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Kuhrt is currently accepting new patients.

Carolyn Thomas is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Thomas is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphedema, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

Mehrdad Amirhamzeh is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Manteca, California. Dr. Amirhamzeh is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Idiopathic Edema, Thrombophlebitis, and Necrosis. Dr. Amirhamzeh is board certified in Surgery General Surgery and Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Amirhamzeh is currently accepting new patients.

"Philosophy of care | My philosophy took root on graduation day the moment I recited the Hippocratic oath, and I continue striving to embody its principles in my practice. Through my experiences, particularly in caring for ill family members and navigating my own health challenges, I have come to believe compassionate care is paramount. In times when answers are elusive and treatments fail, empathy and understanding provide the greatest comfort, guiding us to truly support those in our care. | Why I entered medicine | I often say ""medicine chose me"" or ""transplant chose me."" While my passion for making a meaningful difference in patients' lives has always been a driving force, there has also been a sense of serendipity – an almost guiding hand leading me to this calling. | Community involvement | Community and charity involvement in transplant care are essential for raising awareness and providing support. I have spearheaded living donor workshops, delivered presentations for national kidney meetings and served on the organ procurement board and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee at the American Society of Transplant Surgeons. These initiatives help educate patients about organ donation, alleviate financial burdens and foster a supportive community, ensuring more individuals can access the care they need and helping align our professional community with our patient’s needs. | Personal interests | My personal interests include soccer, with a particular passion for Liverpool FC. I have a deep appreciation for artistry and poetry, and one of my favorites is ""If"" – a poem by Kipling that resonates with me, especially after becoming a father. I've even published some poetry of my own. Music also plays a significant role in my life; I enjoy all genres. Additionally, I love exploring new places and traveling, as I believe experiences shape us the most.". Dr. Reyad is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polycystic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Reyad is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery). Dr. Reyad is currently accepting new patients.

I am deeply committed to providing comprehensive vascular care to patients with arterial disease. I have a particular interest and experience in the open and endovascular surgical reconstruction of complex aorto-mesenteric diseases, including thoracoabdominal and visceral/renal aneurysms and narrowings. I care for children with developmental and acquired vascular disease, including those with renovascular hypertension: a rare form of high blood pressure that results from aortic and renal artery narrowings. I am a professor of surgery and the division chief of vascular and endovascular surgery at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Coleman is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Coleman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery, General Vascular Surgery. Dr. Coleman is currently accepting new patients.

My interest in becoming a doctor can be traced to elementary school when every kid is asked what they want to be when they grow up. Surgery became a clear career decision because it provided instant results and changes in my patients' condition. To this day, I still get excited about going to the operating room and being able to immediately affect the lives of my patients. I specifically enjoy reconstructive surgery and hope to help people who suffer from congenital disorders, cancer, and trauma. My clinical interests include complex oncologic microsurgical reconstruction from head to toe. Additionally, I am interested in both dynamic and static facial reanimation procedures for adult and pediatric patients. In my free time, I enjoy spending time and traveling with friends and family. Dr. Phillips is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Facial Paralysis, Breast Cancer, Necrosis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Phillips is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery and American Board Of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery . Dr. Phillips is currently accepting new patients.

Lauren Wancata, MD, specializes in liver, biliary and pancreatic cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, open and minimally invasive surgery of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and pancreas.Dr. Wancata enjoys gardening, hiking and skiing/snowboarding. Dr. Wancata is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bile Duct Stricture, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Wancata is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wancata is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Acton is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Acton is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Omphalocele, Gastrostomy, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Acton is board certified in Surgical Critical Care: American Board Of Surgery, 2000, Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2000, and Pediatric Surgery: American Board Of Surgery, 2004. Dr. Acton is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Carter, MD, specializes in general surgery and is board-certified in surgery and surgical critical care by the American Board of Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Cole, UPMC Muncy and UPMC Williamsport. Dr. Carter completed his fellowship at Washington Hospital Center, residency at University at Buffalo and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, and medical education at SUNY at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Carter is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Secondary Peritonitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Carter is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

Alicia Silva is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Davis, California. Dr. Silva is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Silva is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Silva is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy biking, 4 wheeling, skiing, CrossFit, home improvement projects, travelling, spending time with family and friends. Dr. Turker is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Turker is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery/Hand Surgery. Dr. Turker is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Heather Dunlap moved to Murfreesboro and joined Murfreesboro Medical Clinic in the fall of 2018. She started her education in New York City graduating with Bachelor of the Arts in Communications, cum laude. She then continued her medical education in Erie PA and moved back to Ohio to complete her surgical training. When she is not working, Dr. Dunlap enjoys the outdoors, cooking, and live music. She has a great love for dogs as well as the arts. Dr. Dunlap is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Breast Infection, Breast Lump, Gallbladder Removal, and Abdominal Wall Surgery. Dr. Dunlap is board certified in Board Certified By The American Board Of Surgery.

Benjamin Miller is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Miller is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2016. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

Anthony C. Nelson, MD, FACS, is a surgeon with Ascension Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa and Franklin WI. Dr. Nelson is board-certified in general surgery. He provides surgical care to a broad spectrum of adult surgical conditions, ranging from elective to emergent. Dr. Nelson has a special interest in vein care, hernia repair, minimally invasive surgery, thyroid surgery, cancer care and colorectal surgery. Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Nelson is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Juraj Letko is a General Surgeon and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Letko is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Rectocele. Dr. Letko is board certified in Practicing Since2000 and Female Pelvic Medicine And Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Letko is currently accepting new patients.

Philosophy of care | “What can I do for you?” is a philosophy I try to live by as I treat patients. I believe it is important to care for the whole patient, and not just their injury or illness. I also focus on prevention, in particular injury prevention, to keep people as healthy as possible, but if they are a patient, then I am very tuned in to any concerns they may have so we can address them as quickly as possible. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine was the perfect marriage of science, art and people. When I was in college at Rutgers, I was all set to become a research biochemist for a major corporation. That was until I noticed something was missing: people. I loved working with and helping people. Applying the science of medicine to people involves art, judgment and ethics, all of which I valued. So this was the perfect profession for me. | Community involvement | Most Sundays, you will find me at Asbury United Methodist Church. Just look in the choir loft. I love to sing. I also am a lay leader and member of church council. As a senator and chair of the Student Affairs Committee of the Rutgers University Senate, I am able to give back to my alma mater and future generations of students. With four children in sports and activities from college to elementary recreation leagues and clubs, I am very active with deep roots here in the Lehigh Valley. | Personal interests | I love music. Singing and playing guitar have been a part of my life since elementary school. I am an avid sports fan, enjoying both to watch and play. Most important of all is my family. I enjoy spending as much time as I can with them and try to make as many of their events, games and concerts as my schedule will allow. Dr. Barraco is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hernia Surgery, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Barraco is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Barraco is currently accepting new patients.

David Klem is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wheaton, Illinois. Dr. Klem is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Klem is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (Certified). Dr. Klem is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Kasal is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Red Wing, Minnesota. Dr. Kasal is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Kasal is board certified in American Board Of Surgery,2011, Surgery (General Surgery), and Surgical Critical Care:. Dr. Kasal is currently accepting new patients.

Roger Denny is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Denny is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Denny is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Denny is currently accepting new patients.

Janet Bellingham is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bellingham is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Gastroparesis, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Bellingham is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Bellingham is currently accepting new patients.