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4 General Surgeons available in Pathanapuram, Kollam
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1. Who is a general surgeon?
A general surgeon is a doctor highly skilled in surgery of a wide range of and most commonly occurring diseases.
2. What are the procedures for which a general surgeon can perform surgery?
A general surgeon performs surgery for the digestive tract (oesophagus and related organs), abdomen and its contents, appendicitis, hernia, gallbladder, breast, skin and soft tissue, and endocrine system.
3. Can a general surgeon perform surgery for cancer treatment?
A surgeon who has completed training in general surgery and then specialized in oncology can perform surgery for cancer treatment.
4. How is a general surgeon different from a specialist surgeon?
A general surgeon is highly skilled in surgical procedures for various parts of the body. They are trained in pre-, during-, and post-operative surgical care and in managing injuries due to accidents. A specialist surgeon, after training in general surgery, undergoes additional training in a particular specialty related to a specific system of the body (e.g., orthopedic surgery).
5. Can a general surgeon do surgery for appendicitis?
Removal of appendicitis is called an appendectomy, which is a common surgical procedure performed by a general surgeon.