7 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Blue Ridge, GA
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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 7 specialists practicing General Surgery in Blue Ridge, GA with an overall average rating of 4.9 stars. There are 11 hospitals near Blue Ridge, GA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Fannin Regional Hospital, Union General Hospital and Adventhealth Gordon.
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Dr. Jonathan Bloch, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2855 Old Highway 5 Ste 105Blue Ridge, GA 305134.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Steven Efird, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2855 Old Highway 5 Ste 108Blue Ridge, GA 305134.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery2855 Old Highway 5 Ste 108Blue Ridge, GA 305134.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Angela Falany, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2855 Old Highway 5 Ste 110Blue Ridge, GA 305134.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Timothy Whitaker, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2855 Old Highway 5 Ste 109Blue Ridge, GA 305134.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Clifford Thompson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery21 Kimberly Ln # ABlue Ridge, GA 305132.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Mary Barber, MD
Specialty: General Surgery405 Fannin Industrial ParkBlue Ridge, GA 305131.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well