8 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Minden, NV
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 8 specialists practicing General Surgery in Minden, NV with an overall average rating of 3.2 stars. There are 7 hospitals near Minden, NV with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Medical Center and Barton Memorial Hospital.
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Dr. Kraig Knoll, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1516 Virginia Ranch Rd # 100Gardnerville, NV 894103.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Timothy King, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1677 Lucerne St Ste AMinden, NV 894230.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery1667 Lucerne St Ste AMinden, NV 894230.4 miles awayDr. Arturo Guzman, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1667 Lucerne St Ste AMinden, NV 894230.4 miles awayDr. Daniel Sparks, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1520 Virginia Ranch RdGardnerville, NV 894103.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Bruce Lynch, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1107 US Highway 395 NGardnerville, NV 894103.5 miles awayDr. Megan Jewell, MD
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology897 IRONWOOD DRMinden, NV 894230.9 miles awayDr. Christopher Elliott, MD
Specialty: Colorectal Surgery1107 US Highway 395 NGardnerville, NV 894103.5 miles away