21 Results forGeneral Surgeons near San Marcos, TX
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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 21 specialists practicing General Surgery in San Marcos, TX with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 20 hospitals near San Marcos, TX with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Ascension Seton Hays, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - San Marcos and St. David's Medical Center.
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- 901 W Ben White BlvdAustin, TX 7870425 miles away
Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Shahbaz Malik, MD, is a board-certified hematologist in Austin, Texas. Dr. Malik is also board certified in medical oncology and internal medicine. He specializes in cancers of the blood and bone and marrow transplants. Dr. Malik joined St. David's South Austin and the Texas Transplant Institute - Center for Blood Cancers and Oncology in 2016.He received his undergraduate degree with honors in biology and economics from the Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Shahbaz earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his residency training in internal medicine at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He furthered his medical training, completing a fellowship in hematology/oncology at University of Maryland and a fellowship in blood and marrow transplantation at Stanford University.Throughout his career, he has participated in clinical research and his work has been published in numerous medical journals, including Journal of Physiology, Bone Marrow Transplantation and Blood.He is a member of the American Society of Hematology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.Dr. Malik is a car enthusiast and enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and reading.
- 11615 Angus Rd Ste 106Austin, TX 7875938 miles away
Biography: Ronald Buczek II, DO FACOS received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas Tech University. He then received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from University of North Texas. His residency in General Surgery was completed at Medical City Fort Worth. This was followed by a fellowship in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care at the University of Utah. Dr. Buczek then decided to specialize in Hand Surgery.He completed his Hand surgery fellowship at Wright State University - Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Buczek's areas of clinical interest include arthroplasty, microsurgery and peripheral nerve surgery, including targeted muscle reinnervation. Additionally, since fellowship he has practiced in several busy trauma centers, and is well versed in the management of complex upper extremity fractures from finger tip to elbow.Dr. Buczek is a Texas native, but a newcomer to the Austin area. He most recently practiced in Houston for the past several years, where he was Core Faculty at the University of Houston/HCA Kingwood General Surgery residency program. In his free time, he enjoys learning other languages, working on his cars, and traveling.Credentials, certifications and memberships:Board Certified General SurgeryBoard Certified Trauma/Surgical Critical CareBoard Eligible Hand SurgeryFellow – American College of Osteopathic SurgeonsCandidate Member – American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- 4316 James Casey St Bldg EsteAustin, TX 7874525 miles away
Care Philosophy: Our mission is to provide the very best medical care to our patients. We are a service-oriented practice and strive to treat all of our patients honorably, ethically, professionally and with respect.
Dr. Aimee Mackey, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1308 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Oscar Rios Jr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 220Kyle, TX 786409.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery1305 Wonder World Dr Ste 100San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Robert Duran, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1305 Wonder World Dr Ste 209San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Bryan Hambric, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1305 Wonder World Dr Ste 300San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. James Schlotter, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1347 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 786660.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Dean Kocay, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1300 Dacy Ln Ste 240Kyle, TX 786409.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: Dr. Dean Kocay has comprehensive experience performing general surgical procedures for many conditions. Whenever medically possible, Dr. Kocay performs minimally invasive surgery, or laparoscopic surgery, which requires smaller incisions than traditional surgery.Laparoscopy surgery is safer to perform and generally reduces the length of hospital stays and recovery times. Dr. Kocay is also experienced with traditional (open) surgery.Above all, treatment is chosen to meet a patient's individual needs. Dr. Kocay offers a collaborative approach to patient care, working closely with colleagues in other surgical and medical specialties to find the best treatment approach for each patient.
Dr. Teresa Smith-Knuppel, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1290 Wonder World Dr Ste 1100San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Lucas Ferrer, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 450Kyle, TX 786409.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Jawad Ali, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 220Kyle, TX 786409.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Joseph DuBose, MD
Specialty: General Surgery5103 Kyle Center Dr Ste 103Kyle, TX 786409.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Douglas Stoddard, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 270Kyle, TX 786409.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Gregory Dearmond, MD
Specialty: General Surgery151 Stagecoach Trl Ste 105San Marcos, TX 786660.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Louis Corne Jr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 220Kyle, TX 786409.9 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Paul Palmer III, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1305 Wonder World Dr Ste 300San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awayDr. Robert Thompson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 150Kyle, TX 786409.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Alcides Cairus, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1999 Medical PkwySan Marcos, TX 786662.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Sangeetha Kolluri
Specialty: Breast Surgery1180 Seton Pkwy Ste 150Kyle, TX 786409.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Jon Boettger, PA
Specialty: General Surgery6001 Kyle PkwyKyle, TX 786409.6 miles awayDr. Timothy Shaw Jr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1305 Wonder World Dr Ste 300San Marcos, TX 786662.5 miles awaySheri Moore, LSA
Specialty: General Surgery910 BUNTON LNKyle, TX 786409.0 miles away