General Surgery
Surgeons for the most common operations, from hernia repair to gallbladder surgery.
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.
Find general surgery providers near you
General Surgery on ProviderQuoHealth
FirstHealth Richmond Medical Group-General Surgery — General Surgery
FirstHealth Richmond Medical Group provides general surgery services in Rockingham, NC. The practice is part of the FirstHealth system.
Mid Carolinas Surgical Associates — General Surgery
Mid Carolinas Surgical Associates is a general surgery practice located in Rockingham, NC. The practice provides surgical care to patients in the region.
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.
Thomas Arthur Edgerton, MD
Thomas Arthur Edgerton, MD, is a general surgeon practicing in Pinehurst, NC. He provides surgical care for a range of conditions and procedures. Patients can contact his office to learn more about his services.
Stephen W Davies, MD
Stephen W Davies, MD, is a general surgeon serving the Pinehurst, NC area. He brings surgical expertise to patients seeking general surgical care.
Robin G Cummings, MD
Robin G Cummings, MD, is a general surgeon located in Pinehurst, NC. Dr. Cummings provides surgical care to patients in the area.
FirstHealth Cardiovascular & Thoracic Services — General Surgery
MCPC-10, LLC provides general surgery services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice is committed to delivering surgical care to patients in the area.
John Frederick Krahnert, MD
John Frederick Krahnert, MD, is a general surgeon based in Pinehurst, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the local area.
FirstHealth Cardiovascular and Thoracic Center — General Surgery
FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc provides general surgery services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice is dedicated to delivering surgical care to patients in the region.
John C Alexander, MD
John C Alexander, MD, is a general surgeon based in Fayetteville, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the local community.
Cape Fear Valley Cardiovascular
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center-Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Clinic — General Surgery
Cape Fear Valley Health Medical Group LLC provides general surgery services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice is dedicated to delivering surgical care to patients in the community.
Cape Fear Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery PA — General Surgery
Cape Fear Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery PA provides general surgery services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice focuses on surgical care for patients in the local community.
Adam Christopher Celio, MD
Adam Christopher Celio, MD, is a general surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the local community.
Samuel Allen Heathcote, MD
Samuel Allen Heathcote, MD, is a general surgeon practicing in Pinehurst, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the local community.
Peter I Ellman, MD
Peter I Ellman, MD, is a general surgeon based in Pinehurst, NC. He provides surgical care to patients in the area.
Nathan Knapp
Nathan Knapp is a general surgeon serving the Pinehurst, NC area. He provides surgical care for patients in need of general surgery services.
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Frequently asked
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.
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