11 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Springfield, GA
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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 11 specialists practicing General Surgery in Springfield, GA with an overall average rating of 4.2 stars. There are 9 hospitals near Springfield, GA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Candler Hospital, Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah and Optim Medical Center Screven.
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- 4750 Waters Ave Ste 452Savannah, GA 3140427 miles away
Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits.
- 4700 Waters Ave Bldg 100 Ste 405Savannah, GA 3140427 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Offers Telehealth
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- Employs friendly staff
Care Philosophy: Providing a quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment plan while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- 4700 Waters Ave Bldg 400Savannah, GA 3140427 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: Dr. T. Ellis Barnes is a master general and robotics surgeon providing advanced care and surgical expertise to patients in Savannah, GA. He obtained his medical degree from the University College Dublin in Dublin, Ireland and currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Surgery for the Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. He treats a wide range of conditions, including both ventral and inguinal hernias, colon cancer, cysts, lesions as well as acid reflux. He sees patients at our Vidalia, Savannah and Richmond Hill locations.
Dr. Mark Blankenship, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Russell Kirks Jr, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Find a Telehealth DoctorDr. John Odom, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Robert Wynn, MD
Specialty: General Surgery459 GA Highway 119 SSpringfield, GA 313291.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. Anthony Foley, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia AveRincon, GA 313268.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Ravindra George, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Romualdo Laygo, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1451 GA Highway 21 S Ste HSpringfield, GA 313290.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Michael Kennedy, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Jessica Adams, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayDr. Eirik Svennevik, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313268.4 miles awayDr. Madiha Aziz, MD
Specialty: General Surgery594 N Columbia Ave Ste 100Rincon, GA 313266.8 miles away