6 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Charlevoix, MI
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 6 specialists practicing General Surgery in Charlevoix, MI with an overall average rating of 4.8 stars. There are 4 hospitals near Charlevoix, MI with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and UP Health System - Bell.
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Dr. Barrett Kielhorn, DO
Specialty: General Surgery14695 Park Ave Ste ACharlevoix, MI 497200.8 miles awayDr. Gregory McBride, DO
Specialty: General Surgery14695 Park AveCharlevoix, MI 497200.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: General Surgery14700 Lake Shore DrCharlevoix, MI 497200.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Marc Lame, MD
Specialty: General Surgery14695 Park AveCharlevoix, MI 497200.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Craig Wendt, MD
Specialty: General Surgery14695 Park AveCharlevoix, MI 497200.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Emily McKerchie, DO
Specialty: General Surgery14700 Lake Shore DrCharlevoix, MI 497200.7 miles away