Our Clinic sees over 10,000 patients every year.
General Surgery
General surgery is a vital medical specialty that focuses on the surgical treatment of diseases involving the abdominal organs, skin, soft tissues, and more.
overview
It encompasses a wide range of procedures designed to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions affecting parts of the body such as the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, thyroid, and breasts. General surgeons are trained to handle both routine and complex surgeries, playing a crucial role in emergency situations as well as planned interventions. Their expertise ensures comprehensive care before, during, and after surgery.
The scope of general surgery is vast, including procedures like appendectomies, hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, and bowel resections. These surgeries may be performed using traditional open methods or more advanced minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopy. Minimally invasive surgery has revolutionized general surgery by allowing operations through smaller incisions, which reduces pain, lowers infection risk, and shortens hospital stays. General surgeons also manage cancer surgeries, trauma cases, and various soft tissue conditions, making their role indispensable in many healthcare settings.
Symptoms & Diagnosis
General surgeons are involved in every phase of patient care, starting from diagnosis to postoperative recovery. They work closely with diagnostic specialists, including radiologists and pathologists, to determine the best surgical approach. Preoperative assessment is essential to identify any risks and prepare the patient for surgery, while postoperative care focuses on monitoring recovery and preventing complications. Effective communication with patients and families about the surgery’s risks, benefits, and recovery expectations is a key part of the surgeon’s responsibilities.
Services & Conditions Treated:
- Appendectomy (removal of appendix)
- Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
- Hernia repair surgery
- Bowel resection and repair
- Emergency surgical interventions
- Breast surgery
- Laparoscopic surgeries