General Surgery

General surgery is a broad surgical specialty that encompasses a wide range of procedures focusing on the abdomen and its contents, as well as other areas of the body like the breast, skin, and head and neck. It includes procedures like appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair, and bariatric surgery, among many others. General surgeons are also involved in diagnosing, pre-operative care, operative care, and post-operative care of patients, and may also manage critically ill or trauma patients. Common Procedures Performed by General Surgeons: Abdominal Surgeries: Appendectomy: Removal of the appendix. Cholecystectomy: Removal of the gallbladder. Hernia Repair: Surgical repair of weakened abdominal muscles. Bariatric Surgery: Weight loss procedures for severe obesity. Colon Surgery: Procedures to address issues in the large intestine, such as polyps, cancer, or inflammatory bowel disease. Exploratory Surgery (Laparotomy or Laparoscopy): Surgical exploration of the abdominal cavity. Breast Surgeries: Lumpectomy: Removal of a breast tumor while preserving surrounding breast tissue. Mastectomy: Removal of all breast tissue. Endocrine Surgeries: Thyroidectomy: Removal of the thyroid gland. Other Surgeries: Spleen Removal (Splenectomy): Removal of the spleen. Prostate Removal (Prostatectomy): Removal of the prostate gland. Uterus Removal (Hysterectomy): Removal of the uterus. Anti-reflux surgery (Nissen fundoplication): Surgery to strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter.

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