27 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Waterloo, IA
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 27 specialists practicing General Surgery in Waterloo, IA with an overall average rating of 4.0 stars. There are 24 hospitals near Waterloo, IA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital, Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center and Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center.
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Dr. Jayson Gesme, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 104Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. John McCune, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1825 Logan AveWaterloo, IA 507032.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
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Specialty: General Surgery2101 Kimball Ave Ste LL14Waterloo, IA 507021.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Adriane Argenio, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410Waterloo, IA 507022.3 miles awayDr. Bindhu Oommen, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1825 Logan AveWaterloo, IA 507032.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Paul Burgett, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayDr. Thomas Helmsworth, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Scott Stoeger, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410Waterloo, IA 507022.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Brian Lenczewski, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Jeffrey Sugandi, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Brian Gerrelts, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayDr. Collin Sharp, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Jason Kasenberg, DO
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayDr. Gerald Wait, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410Waterloo, IA 507022.3 miles awayDr. Maggie Limoges, DO
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Scott Houghton, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Roberto Salas Fragomeni, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1825 Logan Ave Rm 551Waterloo, IA 507032.4 miles awayDr. David Henry, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway AveWaterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Scott Hinze, DO
Specialty: General Surgery2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410Waterloo, IA 507022.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Robert Shafor, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayDr. Douglas Duven, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1731 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 100Waterloo, IA 507012.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Malcolm Goodchild, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Moiz Dawood, MD
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Benjamin Abadeer, DO
Specialty: General Surgery3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 507022.1 miles awayDr. Jason Rexroth, MD
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology3421 W 9th St Ste G4500Waterloo, IA 507022.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Joseph Feller, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410Waterloo, IA 507022.3 miles away