43 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Columbus, GA
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 43 specialists practicing General Surgery in Columbus, GA with an overall average rating of 4.3 stars. There are 16 hospitals near Columbus, GA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown, St. Francis - Emory Healthcare and Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside.
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- 860 Brookstone Centre Pkwy Ste BColumbus, GA 319045.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: Dr. Ashley Stewart received her medical degree from University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama.She is board certified by American Board Surgery.Dr. Stewart is currently in practice at Wellstar General Surgery.
- 1600 Vernon Rd Ste ALagrange, GA 3024040 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: Dr. Vincent Scoglietti received his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia. He completed his General Surgery residency at Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon, Georgia.He is board certified by American Board Surgery.Dr. Scoglietti is currently in practice at Wellstar General Surgery.
- 860 Brookstone Centre Pkwy Ste BColumbus, GA 319045.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: Dr. John Major, MD is a General Surgery Specialist. He is 36 years old and has been practicing for 3 years. Dr. John Major, MD is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center.
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