12 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Decatur, AL
Learn more about General Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Surgeons
A general surgeon specializes in the surgical care of diseases, injuries and deformities affecting the abdomen, breasts, digestive tract, endocrine system, and skin. General surgeons treat many conditions affecting adults and children, including appendicitis, bowel obstruction, breast and colon cancer, gallstones, hernias, and pancreatitis.
A general surgeon typically:
- Evaluates the patient's medical history and determines if surgery is necessary
- Teaches patients the surgical procedure to be performed, how to prepare for surgery, and what to expect during recovery
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
- Performs exploratory procedures, such as endoscopy, colonoscopy and laparoscopy
- Performs a variety of surgeries, such as appendectomy, weight loss surgery, bowel obstruction repair, gallbladder removal, hemorrhoid repair, hernia repair, mastectomy, and thyroidectomy
General surgeons may also be known by their area of expertise, such as gastrointestinal surgeon, cancer surgeon, or trauma surgeon. General surgeons may also be referred to simply as a surgeon.
There are 12 specialists practicing General Surgery in Decatur, AL with an overall average rating of 4.3 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Decatur, AL with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Decatur Morgan Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center and Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham.
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Dr. Jason Seale, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1405 7th St SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Lynn Randolph Buckner, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1201 7th St SEDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery1405 7th St SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Robert Walker, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1405 7th St SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Hugh Nabers Jr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1215 7th St SE Ste 190Decatur, AL 356011.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Rodney Tyler Harney, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1405 7th St SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. William Suggs, MD
Specialty: General Surgery705 Bank St NEDecatur, AL 356010.5 miles awayDr. James Raley, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2506 Danville Rd SW Ste 202Decatur, AL 356033.6 miles awayDr. Andrew Harner, MD
Specialty: General Surgery705 Bank St NEDecatur, AL 356010.5 miles awayDr. Kenneth Chandler, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1405 7th St SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayDr. Ronald Workman, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1202 13th Ave SeDecatur, AL 356011.3 miles awayDr. Terrence Jones, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1852 Beltline Rd SW Ste GDecatur, AL 356013.0 miles away