General Surgery

General surgery is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, preoperative, operative, and postoperative management of a wide range of diseases and conditions that may require surgical intervention. General surgeons are trained to perform a variety of procedures involving different parts of the body, including the gastrointestinal tract, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, thyroid gland, and hernias. They are also equipped to handle trauma and emergency situations, as well as certain soft tissue and skin conditions. General surgery serves as a foundation for further specialization in fields such as vascular, colorectal, and bariatric surgery.

The scope of General Surgery includes:

General surgery is a broad field that encompasses a variety of surgical procedures and areas of expertise.

  • Abdominal Surgery: Operations involving the stomach, liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, intestines, appendix, and spleen.
  • Breast Surgery: Procedures for benign and malignant conditions of the breast, including lumpectomies, mastectomies, breast Cancer and reconstruction.
  • Trauma Surgery: Emergency surgeries for traumatic injuries, often including abdominal, thoracic, and vascular procedures.
  • Endocrine Surgery: Operations on the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, and sometimes the endocrine pancreas.
  • Colorectal Surgery: Procedures on the colon, rectum, and anus, including for conditions like colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and diverticulitis.
  • Pediatric Surgery: Surgical care for children, covering congenital abnormalities and acquired conditions.
  • Skin and Soft Tissue Surgery: Procedures involving the skin, subcutaneous tissues, and occasionally the musculoskeletal system, including removal of tumors, cysts, and infections.
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery: Laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for various conditions, offering smaller incisions and quicker recovery times.
General surgeons are often the first point of contact for surgical referrals and play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing a wide range of surgical conditions.

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