25 of the Best Pediatric Surgeons Near Me

Dr. Laura Hollinger is a board-certified pediatric surgeon in Charleston, South Carolina who maintains a comprehensive practice in pediatric general surgery covering a wide range of clinical areas including congenital anomalies, neonatal surgery, prenatal consultations, pediatric trauma and emergency care, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), and minimally invasive pectus excavatum repair. She treats patients across the spectrum of pediatric general surgery including hernias, ovarian disorders, and cancer, and performs surgeries in a minimally invasive manner. Dr Hollinger's treatment philosophy is to treat every patient as though they were her own in a patient-centered approach.Dr Hollinger received her undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, and then her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston at the McGovern Medical School. She completed her internship and residency in general surgery at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas, including a two-year research fellowship where she studied critical illness and the distant organ effects of kidney ischemia-reperfusion injury. Dr Hollinger completed her fellowship training in pediatric surgery in 2017 at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas. While in Houston, her training included both open and minimally invasive approaches to neonatal and pediatric general surgical diseases.Dr Hollinger joined MUSC as an assistant professor of surgery in 2017. Her primary leadership role at the Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital is as Medical Director of the pediatric ECMO program where she leads a team of experts in neonatal and pediatric critical illness. Through their comprehensive multidisciplinary approach and dedication to exceptional patient care, the Pediatric ECMO program achieved the Platinum Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support, a designation held by only the top tier of children's hospitals across the United States. Her research interests include congenital diaphragmatic hernia, prenatal consultation, and pediatric ECMO support during critical illness. Dr. Hollinger is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Pectus Excavatum, and Splenectomy.

Katerina Dukleska is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. She has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Dukleska is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Sternal Cleft, Toxic Megacolon, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Dukleska is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Dukleska is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Christian Streck graduated from Duke University in 1994 with a BS in biology and an AB in history. He received his medical degree from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine in 1999. He completed general surgery residency in Memphis, Tennessee in 2006. This included a research fellowship studying children's cancer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. He completed pediatric surgery fellowship at LeBonhuer Children's Hospital in Memphis in 2008. He is currently board certified in general and pediatric surgery. Dr. Streck is a professor of surgery and pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina. He is currently the pediatric trauma medical director and the general surgery residency program director.Dr. Streck's research interests include pediatric trauma and minimally invasive surgery. His clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery for a variety of conditions of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis. His specific interests include cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, pectus excavatum, trauma, appendicitis, and ovarian masses. Dr. Streck is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Sternal Cleft, Donnai-Barrow Syndrome, and Fryns Syndrome. Dr. Streck is currently accepting new patients.

Anwar Abdul is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Lakeland, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Abdul is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Omphalomesenteric Cyst, and Meckel's Diverticulum. Dr. Abdul is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Nicholas Hamilton is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Hamilton is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Hernia, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreatectomy.

Christine Finck is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. She has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Finck is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Obesity in Children, Esophagitis, Thyroidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Finck is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Finck is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Richard Andrassy earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond and completed an internship and residency at Wilford Hall Medical College, Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. He finished a second residency in pediatric surgery at the University of Southern California and a fellowship in pediatric surgical oncology at the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Board certified in general surgery and pediatric surgery, Dr. Andrassy’s clinical interests include abdominal wall reconstruction, hernias, and thyroid and parathyroid disease. In practice since 1980, he treats patients of all ages and speaks Spanish. Dr. Andrassy is professor and chairman of the Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School, where he holds the Denton A. Cooley, MD, Chair in Surgery and the Jack H. Mayfield, M.D., Distinguished University Chair in Surgery. He has been recognized with the 2009 Arnold M. Salzberg Mentorship Award, the 2006 Houston Surgical Distinguished Surgeon of the Year, and numerous UTHealth Dean's Teaching Excellence Awards. A Memorial-area resident, Dr. Andrassy is married to a physician and has three daughters and six grandchildren. His favorite leisure-time interests are golf, hunting and his grandkids. Dr. Andrassy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gastroschisis, and Hernia Surgery.

Manish Raiji is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Raiji is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Oophorectomy. Dr. Raiji is board certified in Pediatric Surgery Surgery.

Dani Gonzalez, MD, is a board-certified, experienced pediatric surgeon at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, Texas. Dr. Gonzalez has the expertise to deliver advanced surgical care, including minimally invasive procedures, highly complex surgery and more. Dr. Gonzalez starts by listening to understand your child and their health. Then, we work with you and your child's referring provider to create a surgical care plan that's right for your child. Dr. Gonzalez is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Gastroschisis, Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Oophorectomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Gonzalez is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. William Adamson is a double-board-certified pediatric surgeon with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. He has more than 30 years of experience caring for children, and his expertise includes: Minimally invasive, laparoscopic pediatric surgery Chest wall disorders such as pectus excavatum Newborn and congenital surgical conditions Surgery for inflammatory bowel disease Hernia surgery Abdominal tumors Gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis Anorectal disorders such as Hirschsprung's disease Lung conditions Neck conditions Congenital thoracic anomalies Skin and soft tissue disorders Optimizing outcomes for newborns with surgical problems Trauma surgery and management Since 2007, Dr. Adamson has been named one of the Best Doctors in America. He also was among the Top Doctors listed in Orlando Family Magazine. Dr. Adamson's Training Dr. Adamson earned his bachelor's degree in biology at Princeton University in New Jersey, where he graduated magna cum laude. He received his medical degree from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Adamson completed a general surgery residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where he served as chief resident in his final year and received the William Y. Inouye Award for teaching excellence by a surgical resident. He completed a pediatric surgery residency at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where he served as chief resident in his final year and finished a pediatric surgery fellowship. Dr. Adamson also completed a research fellowship at Harrison Department of Surgical Research at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia funded by an NIH/NCI National Research Award for surgical oncology research training. This specialized training focused on short bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease. About Dr. Adamson Dr. Adamson spent a large part of his career at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, where he served as Division Chief of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief of North Carolina Children's Hospital. He is board certified in general and pediatric surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Adamson is a fellow of the American Pediatric Surgery Association, American College of Surgeons and American Academy of Pediatrics, and his professional memberships include the American Pediatric Surgery Association, Lilliputian Surgical Society and Southern Surgical Association. An accomplished researcher, Dr. Adamson has published numerous textbook chapters and in peer-reviewed journals. He frequently serves as a guest lecturer at scientific conferences. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, boating, fishing, hiking and traveling. Dr. Adamson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Hirschsprung Disease, and Total Intestinal Aganglionosis. Dr. Adamson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery.

Nicholas Poulos is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Poulos is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Necrotizing Granuloma, Gastroschisis, and Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1. Dr. Poulos is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Mary Beth Madonna, MD, is a board-certified, experienced pediatric surgeon at Ascension Illinois in Chicago, IL. Dr. Madonna has the expertise to deliver advanced surgical care, including minimally invasive procedures, highly complex surgery and more. She starts by listening to understand your child and their health. Then, we work with you and your child's referring provider to create a surgical care plan that's right for your child. Dr. Madonna is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Hernia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Madonna is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery. Dr. Madonna is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Quoc Hung (Key) Nguyen is a specialty care physician board certified in pediatric surgery. Dr. Nguyen completed his undergraduate and medical school education in New York, completing his bachelor’s degree at Columbia University followed by his medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency training at the University of California, San Francisco, followed by a pediatric surgery fellowship training at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in Queens, NY. He has had extensive training and has a clinical interest in the minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum, using modern techniques such as cryoablation for optimal post-operative pain control. Dr. Nguyen received numerous awards throughout his training, primarily based on his research on fetal molecular therapy. These included the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) Outstanding Resident Research Award and the AAS Outstanding Resident/Fellow Presentation Award, each given to one recipient per year. He has produced numerous academic publications and textbook chapters, including an article in Science Translational Medicine on pioneering fetal therapy using protein replacement and stem cell transplantation. His passion for prenatal and neonatal care continues at Inova, where he is honored to serve as the designated surgical liaison for fetal care as well as for the neonatal intensive care unit. Dr. Nguyen had an international upbringing and is a qualified bilingual provider in Spanish at Inova. He is also proficient in Vietnamese and Mandarin Chinese. Outside the office, he is blessed to have a wonderful wife and pet rabbit at home. He feels privileged to care for the children and families of Northern Virginia and believes in working collaboratively within our multispecialty institution to provide the best care possible. Dr. Nguyen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 7 (MPS VII, Sly Syndrome) and Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS).

Dr. Juan Calisto is a triple boarded certified pediatric surgeon within the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. He holds boards in Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery and Critical Care. He trained in Pediatric surgery at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Calisto serves as the director of the Colorectal Center the first only dedicated pediatric colorectal center in the state of Florida. Doctor Calisto is a world expert in pediatric colorectal surgery, thoracic surgery and robotic surgery.In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Calisto is an active researcher and educator. He is involved in the teaching of medical students, residents, fellows, and medical house staff. He has presented his research and taught at many national and international conferences. He developed since 2014 a program to train surgeons from developing countries. In addition, he is teaching faculty of minimally invasive thoracic and abdominal surgery for the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group. Is certified by the American Board of Surgery in General Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Surgical Critical Care.He is a member of the following organizations: American Pediatric Surgical Association, American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, International Pediatric Endosurgery Group, Crohn's & Colitis FoundationDr. Calisto sees patients at Nicklaus Children's Hospital's main campus. bilingual in English and Spanish. Dr. Calisto is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Atresia, Hirschsprung Disease, Pectus Carinatum, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Calisto is board certified in Pediatric Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, and General And Thoracic Surgery.

Jennifer Knod is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Hartford, Connecticut. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Knod is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sternal Cleft, Appendicitis, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Knod is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Knod is currently accepting new patients.

Marc Levy, MD, serves as a pediatric surgeon for Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and the director of pediatric surgical education for Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery with special qualifications in pediatric surgery.After earning his bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Dr. Levy received his medical degree from the University of South Florida, in Tampa. He went on to complete a general surgery residency with Orlando Regional Medical Center, an ECMO/critical care clinical fellowship at The Children’s Hospital of Boston, and a pediatric surgery residency at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock.Dr. Levy has presented on a variety of pediatric topics at conferences throughout the U.S. and has co-authored articles published in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery and Annals of Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgery, American Pediatric Surgical Association, and the Florida Association of Pediatric Surgeons. He is also a special consultant for the American College of Surgeons’ Injury Prevention and Control Committee. Dr. Levy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung. Dr. Levy is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric.

Hale Wills is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Killeen, Texas. Dr. Wills is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Sequestration, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Infantile Pneumothorax, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, and Splenectomy. Dr. Wills is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery and Pediatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Thomas Renard is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Imperforate Anus, Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Infantile Pyloric Stenosis. Dr. Renard is board certified in Pediatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Surgery- American Board Of Surgery.

Sara Rasmussen is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Hernia, Liver Transplant, and Pancreatectomy.

Dr. Kaveh Vali is a board-certified general and pediatric surgeon and is with BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where he cares for patients from newborn through adolescence. He earned a Doctor of Medicine from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, completed a general surgery residency at the University of California at San Francisco in San Francisco, California, and completed a pediatric general surgery fellowship at the University of Montreal’s Sainte-Justine Children’s Hospital in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Dr. Vali has a special interest in minimally invasive pediatric surgery, as well as the treatment of pediatric gastrointestinal conditions, including short bowel syndrome and colorectal disorders. With more than 15 years of experience, he communicates openly with his patients and their families, taking the time to thoroughly address all needs and concerns. Dr. Vali is certified in advanced trauma life support and pediatric advanced life support. He’s a member of the American College of Surgeons and the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group. Dr. Vali is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Hospital. He speaks French, German and conversational Spanish. His clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Pectus Excavatum, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Appendectomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Vali is board certified in AB Surgery - Surgery and AB Surgery (Pediatric Surgery).

Michelle P. Kallis, MD, PhD, is a pediatric surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, she specializes in performing surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents to treat a wide range of congenital and acquired conditions. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all patients and ensuring they are educated about their condition and treatment.Dr. Kallis earned a BS in biology with a minor in political science from Fordham University, New York, NY, followed by an MS in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University, Washington, DC, a medical degree from New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, and a PhD from Feinstein Institutes of Medical Research, Manhasset, NY. She then completed a general surgery internship and residency at North Shore University Hospital-LIJ Medical Center in Manhasset, a pediatric surgery research fellowship at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, and a pediatric surgery fellowship at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, St. Louis, MO.Dr. Kallis has authored peer-reviewed publications, delivered national and international presentations, and is a member of the professional organizations American College of Surgeons, Association for Academic Surgery, American Pediatric Surgical Association, and American Association for Cancer Research. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Pectus Carinatum, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Kallis is currently accepting new patients.

Marc Cullen is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. His clinical expertise encompasses Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Lymphomatoid Granulomatosis, Granulomatous Hypophysitis, and Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1.

Rodrigo Interiano is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Imperforate Anus, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Nephrectomy.

Lynn Model is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Volvulus, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Angioplasty, and Gastrostomy.

Shahab Abdessalam is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Pulmonary Sequestration, Choledocholithiasis, and Gastrointestinal Fistula.