8 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Big Stone Gap, VA
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 Big Stone Gap, VA with an overall average rating of 3.9 stars. There are 8 hospitals near Big Stone Gap, VA with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Lonesome Pine Hospital, Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Dickenson Community Hospital.
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Dr. Kelly Oggero, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1980 Holton Ave E Ste 203Big Stone Gap, VA 242191.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Lance Dozier, MD
Specialty: General Surgery21 E 5th St NBig Stone Gap, VA 242190.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery96 15th St NW Ste 104Norton, VA 242738.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Erich Ernspiker, MD
Specialty: General Surgery280 Virginia Ave NE Ste 4Norton, VA 242739.7 miles awayDr. Christopher Yeary, DO
Specialty: General Surgery1490 Park Ave NW Ste 4Norton, VA 242738.5 miles awayDr. Tonya Johnson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery280 Virginia Ave NE Ste 103Norton, VA 242739.7 miles awayDr. Catherine Lewis, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1490 Park Ave NW Ste 4Norton, VA 242738.5 miles awayDr. Michael Boggan, MD
Specialty: General Surgery1990 Holton Ave EBig Stone Gap, VA 242191.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times