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    MediFind found 46 specialists near Jonesboro, GA

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      Lloyd T. Winger
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Of Fayetteville

      1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      L. Thomas Winger, IV, MD, FACS earned his medical degree from University of Texas at Houston, and completed his residency at Emory University in 2005. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology and Spanish from Rice University, and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Winger has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Prior to joining the surgical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in 2005, Dr. Winger was a Chief Resident at Emory University Hospital. Dr. Winger specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, including colon cancer and diverticulitis resections, gallbladder removal, appendectomy, and ventral hernia repair; thyroid and parathyroid surgery; and soft tissue operations.Dr. Winger has a special interest in blending modern minimally invasive techniques and imaging modalities, with classic technical skills learned while at Emory and honed over his many years of operating at Piedmont Fayette Hospital.In his spare time, Dr. Winger enjoys running and spending time with his family.Dr. Winger is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Winger is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

      Jane Woo
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Piedmont Physicians Breast Surgery Stockbridge

      1240 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 280, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Woo is a surgeon specializing in the treatment of breast cancer and breast related diseases. She has joined the Piedmont Henry community.Dr. Woo brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in nipple and skin sparing mastectomy, along with oncoplastic breast conserving surgery. She is also interested in the management of patients with high risk for breast cancer. Her philosophy of care is that every patient she sees has unique medical issues and a distinct set of social needs that need to be addressed. She is honored to assist in helping patients go through this event in their lives.She previously worked with the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group and was Assistant Medical Director for the Breast Cancer Services Program at Sutter Mills-Peninsula Medical Center.In her spare time, she enjoys spending her time with her husband and 2 children, fine drawing and other arts, and also enjoys the outdoors. Dr. Woo is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma.

      James S. Franklin
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Of Fayetteville

      1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Franklin joined the medical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in January 2011. He was previously in private practice in Gadsden, Alabama for over five years. He is board certified in general surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.His practice includes the full range of General Surgery - hernia, colon resection, gallbladder surgery, and other diseases of the intestines and abdominal organs. He also does surgery on the thyroid, parathyroids, and skin. He has had a distinguished career in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. While in Alabama, he was the first surgeon in the state to complete a gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot. After moving back to Georgia, he is the first surgeon in the Piedmont health system to complete gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot, and also the first ever utilizing a single incision in the umbilicus. He is one of a very few surgeons in the US utilizing this technique. He has been involved in laparoscopic surgery for 20 years and over 12 years robotically.He has published and given numerous presentations to include topics of advanced laparoscopic procedures, cellular behavior of cancers, trauma, multiple sclerosis, and intravascular ultrasound. He has most recently served as chairman of the department Surgery at Piedmont Fayette. He now serves on the medical executive committee and utilization review committee. He also is involved in research projects in the US and internationally.Dr. Franklin believes that to plan the best possible operation, the surgeon must understand and listen to the patient. He can then plan and educate the patient in regards to their forward progress. He understands that operations are not without risk, and the patient must understand those risks along with its benefits, and the alternatives to treatment. Dr. Franklin is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Nicole L. Sroka
      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      20
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Piedmont Physicians Breast Surgery Fayetteville

      1279 Highway 54 West, Suite 100, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicole Sroka M.D. received her bachelor's degree in molecular biology from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.She is a board-certified General Surgeon, specializing in Breast Surgery. Dr. Sroka is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Breast Surgeons, and the Southeastern Surgical Society.Dr. Sroka has developed new oncoplastic techniques over her career to minimize scarring and improve cosmesis of the breast for both benign and malignant surgeries. She has developed new localizing techniques and specializes in minimally invasive procedures. She has experience with hidden scars and nipple sparing for small and large breast. She incorporates functional and alternative treatment throughout her process. She is dedicated to providing personalized breast cancer care and focuses on quality time versus quantity. Dr. Sroka is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Galactocoele, Intraductal Papilloma, and Lymphadenectomy.

      James M. Stevens
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Of Fayetteville

      1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      James Stevens, MD, earned his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Atlanta Medical. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from University of Georgia and is board certified in General Surgery.Dr. Stevens has been practicing medicine for 9 years. Dr. Stevens specializes in General Surgery. Dr. Stevens has a special interest in providing individualized care to each of his patients and provides care in the scope of General Surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Stevens enjoys spending time with family, coaching youth sports and golfing.Dr. Stevens is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Stevens is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Mio Yanagisawa
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Breast Surgery Fayetteville

      1279 Highway 54 West, Suite 100, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Japanese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mio Yanagisawa, M.D., earned her medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and completed her General Surgery residency at UC Davis Medical Center. She is board certified in general surgery. She then pursued further specialization through fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology through Emory University.Dr. Yanagisawa specializes in the surgical and multi-disciplinary management of breast cancer care. She understands the complexity of each individual's cancer journey, and will guide patients and their families through their personalized treatment path with detailed attention, time and expertise. She also manages benign and non-surgical breast conditions. She enjoys educating patients on breast health awareness and empowering patients to be their best advocate. She has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery including hidden scar technique and the aesthetic mastectomy. She is highly skilled in the nipple sparing mastectomy approach as well. Dr. Yanagisawa is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Subareolar Abscess, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Intraductal Papilloma.

      Reema Mallick
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Surgery South, P.C.

      1040 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Mallick completed her medical degree at the Northeast Ohio Medical University, where she graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She then completed her general surgery training at the University of Minnesota and after spending time at the University of Alabama-Birmingham focused on outcomes research, she completed an endocrine surgery fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. She has presented widely at several national surgical meetings as well as published book chapters and a number of peer-reviewed papers on topics in endocrine and minimally-invasive general surgery.Dr. Mallick specializes in surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, with interests in advanced thyroid cancer and minimally invasive parathyroid surgery, as well as renal hyperparathyroidism.Nevertheless, she still enjoys the full spectrum of general surgery procedures, including gallbladder disease, hernia repair, and management of diseases of the breast, small intestine, colon, skin, and soft tissue. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mallick is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hyperparathyroidism, Gallstones, Parathyroidectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Brian S. Myers
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Expertise in
      13
      conditions
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Surgery South, P.C.

      1040 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Brian Myers is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Myers is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Myers is currently accepting new patients.

      Elias Tsirakoglou
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Acute Care Surgery Medical Group Inc

      1133 Eagles Landing Pkwy, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Greek
      Accepting New Patients

      Elias Tsirakoglou is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Tsirakoglou is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hip Replacement, and Bone Graft. Dr. Tsirakoglou is currently accepting new patients.

      Paul D. Feldman
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Truffles Vein Center, LLC

      874 Lanier Avenue West, Suite 220, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Feldman earned his medical degree from University of South Florida and completed his residency in General Surgery at SUNY DOWNSTATE and his residency in Plastic Surgery at the University of Wisconsin. He received his undergraduate degree in Chemistry at University of Florida and is board certified in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Feldman also was board certified in General Surgery from 1986 to 2006 where upon it expired. Dr. Feldman earned Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Certification in 2021. Dr. Feldman has been practicing medicine for 36 years in suburban south Atlanta. He founded Advanced Aesthetics, the largest Plastic Surgery group practice is south Atlanta in 1987. He is the founder of Truffles Vein Specialists established in 2016 and is one of the largest provider of comprehensive vein care in the Atlanta metropolitan region. He now devotes his full time to the practice of vein care specializing in the endovascular minimally invasive approach. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are May Thurner Syndrome, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), and Arteriovenous Malformation.

      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Southern Regional Physicians Management Group, LLC

      11 Upper Riverdale Rd Sw, 
      Riverdale, GA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Todd Tom is a General Surgeon in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Tom is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Lithotripsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Tom is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Northside Surgical Professional Services LLC

      7823 Spivey Station Blvd, Suite 310, 
      Jonesboro, GA 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Janine Pettiford is a General Surgeon in Jonesboro, Georgia. Dr. Pettiford is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Galactocoele, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Pettiford is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional LLC

      11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, 
      Riverdale, GA 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bashar Alramahi is a General Surgeon in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Alramahi is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation.

      Jose L. Fernandez
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

      Surgery South, P.C.

      1040 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jose Fernandez is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Fernandez is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

      Walker F. Shearon
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Of Fayetteville

      1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Walker Shearon, M.D., earned his medical degree from The Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from The University of Georgia.Dr. Shearon has been practicing medicine for five years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Shearon was completing residency training in general surgery.Dr Shearon has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery.In his spare time, Dr. Shearon enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs. He enjoys golf and UGA football.Dr. Shearon is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Shearon is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Cholecystitis.

      Brian C. Organ
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Atlanta Surgery Associates

      1129 Hospital Drive, SteA1, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      45+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Organ is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Organ has been practicing medicine for over 45 years is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Parathyroidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Erin M. King
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Colorectal Wellness Center

      1275 Hwy 54 West Suite 205, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erin King is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Fayetteville, Georgia. Dr. King is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Levator Syndrome, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

      Nathaniel L. Hill
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Of Fayetteville

      1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, 
      Fayetteville, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nathaniel Hill, D.O. is board certified in general surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital where he was Chief Surgical Resident. Dr. Hill is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.Dr. Hill has a special interest in minimally invasive procedures.In his spare time, Dr. Hill enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and physical training. Dr. Hill is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Luis A. Quinones
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Henry Hospital Wound Care/Hyperbaric Center

      150 Eagle Spring Ct, Ste B, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Luis Quinones is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Quinones is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Quinones is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

      4475 W Village Pkwy, 
      Ellenwood, GA 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tai Valliere-White is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Ellenwood, Georgia. Dr. Valliere-White is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Morning Sickness, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Valliere-White is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      General Surgery
      1240 Eagles Landing Pkwy, Suite 280, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Davis Timbert is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Timbert is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Fibroadenoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      General Surgery

      Kaiser Permanente Southwood Comprehensive Medical Center

      2400 Mount Zion Pkwy, 
      Jonesboro, GA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shinban Liu is a General Surgeon in Jonesboro, Georgia. Dr. Liu is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Toxic Megacolon, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      General Surgery
      2400 Mount Zion Pkwy, 
      Jonesboro, GA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Darryl Tookes is a General Surgeon in Jonesboro, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Hernia. Dr. Tookes is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      General Surgery
      242 Arrowhead Blvd, 
      Jonesboro, GA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rafik Kashlan is a General Surgeon in Jonesboro, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      General Surgery
      1040 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Stockbridge, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shikha Srivastava is a General Surgeon in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Srivastava is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Srivastava is currently accepting new patients.

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      When should I see a General Surgeon near Jonesboro, GA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a General Surgeon near Jonesboro, GA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank General Surgeons near Jonesboro, GA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by General Surgeons near Jonesboro, GA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a General Surgeon in Jonesboro?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different General Surgeon?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a General Surgeon near Jonesboro, GA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my General Surgeon?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my General Surgeon may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female General Surgeons near Jonesboro, GA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      What are the most common health conditions that a General Surgeon near Jonesboro, GA might treat?

      Can I filter my search to find a General Surgeon that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the General Surgeon search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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