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:
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 619 specialists practicing General Surgery in Oregon with an overall average rating of 4.2 stars. There are 81 hospitals in Oregon with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Providence Portland Medical Center, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.
