Department ofGeneral surgery

What Is General Surgery?

General surgery, despite the name, is actually a surgical specialty. General surgeons not only perform surgeries for a wide range of common ailments, but are also responsible for patient care before, during, and after surgery. All surgeons must start their training in general surgery; many then go on to focus on another specialty

What Is Included in General Surgery?

A general surgeon has specialized knowledge of the entire surgical process, from the initial evaluation through preparation, procedure, and post-operative management. A general surgeon understands all nine basic areas of surgery, which are:

• The digestive tract
• The abdomen and its contents
• The skin and soft tissue, including the breasts
• The head and neck
• The blood vessels and heart
• The endocrine system (hormones and glands)
• Surgical treatment of cancer
• Surgical management of traumatic injuries
• Care of critically ill patients with surgical needs