6 Results forGeneral Surgeons near Portage, WI
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 Portage, WI with an overall average rating of 5.0 stars. There are 9 hospitals near Portage, WI with affiliated General Surgery specialists, including Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital, Clarinda Regional Health Center and Elbert Memorial Hospital.
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Dr. Joshua Pogorelec, DO
Specialty: General Surgery2817 New Pinery RdPortage, WI 539012.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Stuart Babcock, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2817 New Pinery RdPortage, WI 539012.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: General Surgery2817 New Pinery RdPortage, WI 539012.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Michael Thorstenson, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2817 New Pinery RdPortage, WI 539012.0 miles awayDr. Stephen Paulk, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2910 New Pinery Rd Ste BPortage, WI 539012.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Carol Pierce, MD
Specialty: General Surgery2817 New Pinery RdPortage, WI 539012.0 miles away