7 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Martin, KY
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 7 specialists practicing General Surgery in Martin, KY with an overall average rating of 4.4 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Martin, KY with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center, Arh Our Lady Of The Way and Frisbie Memorial Hospital.
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Dr. James Rothstein, MD
Specialty: General Surgery5000 KY Route 321Prestonsburg, KY 416538.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Artour Asrian, MD
Specialty: General Surgery5000 KY Route 321Prestonsburg, KY 416538.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery11087 Main StMartin, KY 416490.7 miles awayDr. Chad Patterson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery400 University Dr Ste 203Prestonsburg, KY 416538.0 miles awayDr. Syed Badrudduja, MD
Specialty: General Surgery400 University Dr Ste 203Prestonsburg, KY 416538.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Francisco Rivera, MD
Specialty: General Surgery9788 Ky Route 122 Ste 2Mc Dowell, KY 416477.6 miles awayDr. Morgan Schulz, MD
Specialty: General Surgery483 Highway # 194Prestonsburg, KY 416536.6 miles away