General Surgery

General surgery is a broad clinical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the abdominal organs, digestive system, thyroid and endocrine glands, and soft tissues. General surgeons manage both routine and complex procedures, often working in coordination with other specialties such as oncology, gastroenterology, and emergency care. Their expertise includes managing acute conditions like appendicitis and hernias, as well as more advanced surgeries involving the stomach, liver, intestines, or gallbladder. The specialty also plays a central role in trauma care and in the surgical management of cancer and chronic diseases.

Conditions treated

• Gastrointestinal diseases requiring surgery
• Stomach disorders
• Intestinal disorders
• Gallbladder diseases
• Ulcers requiring surgical intervention
• Gastrointestinal tumors
• Hernias
• Sebaceous cysts
• Lipomas
• Infected or ingrown toenails
• Wounds requiring suturing
• Minor burns
• Scarring requiring revision
• Pressure ulcers
• Cleft lip (pediatric)