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A general surgeon is a medical doctor who specialises in diagnosing and treating a wide range of surgical conditions. This type of doctor has completed specialised training in surgery and is qualified to perform surgical procedures on many different body parts.

General surgeons may treat various conditions, including appendicitis, hernias, gallbladder disease, and breast cancer.

Some of the specific tasks that a general surgeon may perform include:

• Performing physical examinations and ordering tests, such as imaging studies, to diagnose surgical conditions
• Developing and implementing treatment plans for patients with surgical conditions
• Prescribing medication to manage symptoms and treat surgical conditions
• Advising patients on lifestyle changes that can help improve their surgical health, such as changes to their diet and exercise habits
• Performing surgical procedures to diagnose and treat surgical conditions
• Providing post-surgical care, such as wound management and pain management, to help patients recover from surgery.

Overall, the primary role of a general surgeon is to provide expert care for patients with surgical conditions and to help them maintain good surgical health.

General surgeons are trained to perform a wide range of surgical procedures. Some of the most common procedures performed by a general surgeon include:

• Appendectomy: This is a surgical procedure in which a general surgeon removes the appendix (a small, tube-shaped organ attached to the large intestine). An appendectomy is typically performed to treat appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix).

• Hernia repair: This is a surgical procedure in which a general surgeon fixes a hernia (a bulge or protrusion of an organ or tissue through the wall of the cavity that usually contains it). Hernia repair can treat inguinal hernias, femoral hernias, and hiatus hernias, among others.

• Cholecystectomy: This is a surgical procedure in which a general surgeon removes the gallbladder (a small, pear-shaped organ that stores bile). A cholecystectomy is typically performed to treat gallstones or gallbladder disease.

• Mastectomy: This is a surgical procedure in which a general surgeon removes all or part of the breast. A mastectomy can be used to treat breast cancer or to prevent it in high-risk individuals.

• Colon resection: This is a surgical procedure in which a general surgeon removes part of the colon (the large intestine). A colon resection can treat colon cancer, diverticulitis, and inflammatory bowel disease.

These are just a few examples of the many procedures that a general surgeon may perform. Each patient's needs are different, and the specific procedures performed by a general surgeon will depend on the individual circumstances of each patient.

Absolutely, connect with one of our virtual GPs instantly and get a referral for a General Surgeon if the general practitioner deems it appropriate.

Zable lets you filter your search results to show General Surgeons who offer telehealth appointments - they will have a clear indicator on their profile.

You can filter the search results by several languages, allowing you to connect with a General Surgeon who can speak your language.

Zable is a platform designed with a clear mission to make healthcare simpler, faster and more accessible for all Australians.

Zable Find Care aims to reduce the time it takes to find and book a specialist by providing you with more information. Suppose you're looking for a General Surgeon; Zable Find Care will allow you to sort and filter the results based on these five key factors.

• Price: Don't be left in the dark - see the cost of an initial consultation, procedure or surgery and out-of-pocket expenses.

• Availability: Don't wait months to see a doctor - see which specialists have availabilities soon.

• Location: Find a practitioner close to home - sort by location to find a specialist that suits you.

• Expertise: Know that you are in good hands - see which specialists have performed specific procedures or surgeries by volume.

• Benefits: Make the most of your private health insurance - see which specialists participate in no gap arrangements for your insurance policy.

Zable Find Care helps you navigate your healthcare journey and empowers you to make well-informed decisions.

When you search for General Surgeons on Zable, you can filter your results by gender and other important criteria. That way, you'll only see General Surgeons who match your preferences.

Typically, patients who use Zable can search for a General Surgeon, book an appointment, and see the General Surgeon within 24 hours. Same-day appointments are sometimes available; you can search for real-time availability of General Surgeons and make an appointment online.

Zable lets you search specifically for a General Surgeon who accepts your health insurance. Choose your provider from the insurance filter at the top of the booking page.

Zable is a free online service that helps patients find General Surgeons and book appointments instantly. You can refine your search by no gap, location and experience. Based on that information, you'll see a list of providers who meet your search criteria and available appointments.

On Zable, you can search specifically for General Surgeons with availability after hours. Each General Surgeon controls their hours, so times may change according to their schedule.

Zable lets you search specifically for a General Surgeon with appointments available before or after hours. Just filter the results at the top of the booking page.

Zable lets you see real-time availability for General Surgeons. Many General Surgeons offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays.

Use Zable Find Care to find and book a General Surgeon near you.