General Surgeons in Sanford, NC
Surgeons for the most common operations, from hernia repair to gallbladder surgery.
10 providers in Sanford
Finding a general surgeon in Sanford, NC
Sanford is the Lee County seat and the medical center of gravity for a stretch that pulls in patients from Lee, Harnett, and Chatham counties. Central Carolina Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, anchors the inpatient and specialty side; UNC Health and Cape Fear Valley have a growing outpatient presence here as well.
What does a general surgeon do?
General surgeons evaluate and operate on a broad range of conditions, commonly hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, and problems of the abdomen, digestive tract, skin, and soft tissue. Just as importantly, they judge when surgery is and isn't the right answer; a surgical consultation often starts with whether to operate at all.
Most people meet a general surgeon by referral: a primary-care provider or emergency department identifies a problem and sends you for a surgical opinion. The Fayetteville area is home to many service members, military families, and veterans, and the referral guides below cover how the referral process works.
How to choose a surgeon, and what to ask
The practical checks: board certification and credentials, in-network with your insurance, and accepting new patients, all shown on ProviderQuoHealth profiles. At the consultation, good questions include what the operation involves, what happens without it, the realistic alternatives, and what recovery looks like for someone with your job and activity level. A surgeon should welcome those questions.
Some symptoms shouldn't wait for a scheduled consult. Severe abdominal pain, a hernia that suddenly becomes very painful and won't push back in, persistent vomiting, or a fever with worsening pain deserve immediate care: call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
General Surgeons in Sanford, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed May 2026.
Mid Carolina Crossroads Surgical Clinic — General Surgery
Tenet Central Carolina Physicians Inc offers general surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to providing surgical care to patients in the central Carolina region.
Steven Michael Jurisich, MD
Steven Michael Jurisich, MD, is a general surgeon practicing in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the area.
Roger Charles Ernest, DO
Roger Charles Ernest, DO, is a general surgeon located in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the area.
Pinehurst Surgical Clinic PA
Michael a Gordon, MD
Michael A Gordon, MD, is a general surgeon based in Sanford, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the area.
Central Carolina Surgical — General Surgery
DLP Central Carolina Physician Practices LLC specializes in general surgery in Sanford, NC. The practice provides surgical care to patients in the central Carolina region.
Central Carolina General Surgery — General Surgery
DLP Central Carolina Medical Group LLC offers general surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to providing surgical care to patients in the central Carolina region.
Central Carolina Wound Care — General Surgery
DLP Central Carolina Medical Group LLC provides general surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to delivering surgical care to patients in the central Carolina region.
Central Carolina Surgical, PA — General Surgery
Central Carolina Surgical, PA provides general surgery services in Sanford, NC. The practice is dedicated to delivering surgical care to patients in the local community.
Frequently asked
How many general surgeons are listed in Sanford, NC?
Our directory currently lists 10 general surgeons in Sanford, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do I need a referral to see a general surgeon?
Usually yes as a practical matter; most surgical visits start with a referral from a primary-care provider, urgent care, or the emergency department, and many insurance plans require one. Check the surgeon's profile for accepted insurance and confirm referral requirements with your plan.
Does a surgical consultation mean I'm having surgery?
No. A consultation is an evaluation: the surgeon examines the problem, reviews imaging and history, and discusses whether surgery, watchful waiting, or another approach fits. A clinician will lay out the options; the decision involves you.
Which symptoms mean I should skip the appointment and seek emergency care?
Severe or rapidly worsening abdominal pain, a hernia that becomes suddenly painful and can't be pushed back in, persistent vomiting, or fever with worsening pain. For those, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian general surgeons and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Sanford-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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