Medical Clinic Serving Salinas Valley, Monterey County & Surrounding Areas
General surgery is a medical specialty performed by a certified general
surgeon who has special training and expertise. General surgeons perform
a variety of operations, some of which are related to conditions affecting
the alimentary tract, abdomen, breast, skin and soft tissue, and endocrine
system, as well as surgical critical care, surgical oncology and trauma.
A general surgeon has a very broad base of knowledge on various organs,
which allows them to holistically treat patients through their extensive
knowledge in anatomy, wound care, emergency care and intensive care. General
surgeons typically help their patients along through preoperative, operative
and postoperative care.
Specialist vs. General Surgeon
People often believe that their operation requires the technique of a surgeon
specializing in the affected part of the body, and they may feel discouraged
when they hear the title “general surgeon.” This prejudice
is based on a misconception of what the term means. As mentioned above,
general surgery is its own specialty, and there are numerous advantages
of working with a general surgeon.
Advantages of working with a general surgeon:
A general surgeon has undergone comprehensive studies of the body and its
systems, allowing them to spot troubling symptoms in the body even when
they are not performing surgery on that particular area.
You can work with the same general surgeon for a variety of operations,
creating a solid relationship.
General surgeons work with you through all stages of your operation, not
just the surgery itself.
A general surgeon has extensive knowledge on various medical specialties
and can recommend follow-up treatments, for a more holistic recovery from
your ailment.
General surgeons spend at least five years studying their craft, and they
are well-aware of what operations they are capable of performing. When
your procedure is performed by a general surgeon from Salinas Valley Health, you can rest assured that they have considered all
your options and determined that their expertise is what your treatment requires.
