18 General Surgeons Found in Athens, AL

We found 18 General Surgeons available in Athens, AL with an average 5 stars across 158 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 14 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 14 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Steven Wayne Kinsey, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Steven Wayne Kinsey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in Kingsport, TN and Athens, AL(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Lynn Randolph Buckner, MD

Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Decatur is very fortunate to have Dr. Buckner and his staff." View Profile

Dr. Paul Edward Noel, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Very pleased with Dr. Noel. Went the extra mile for me. THANK YOU DR. NOEL!!!" View Profile

Dr. Justin Lloyd Daigre, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Dr.Daigre is just the best. He is so patient and caring. His skills are amazing. He also prayed with me before surgery me that speaks volumes to me about the type of man he is." View Profile

Dr. Seth David Rayburn, MD

Surgery
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Dr Rayburn is a very thorough doctor in this respect. Before surgery is attempted he needed a heart assessment from my cardiologist." View Profile

Dr. Matthew Lewis Figh, MD

Surgery
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Dr. Figh has been my surgeon on three different occasions. I highly recommend him as a surgeon!" View Profile

Dr. Tracy Alan Lowery, MD

Vascular Surgery
42 years exp
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Tracy Alan Lowery, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in Huntsville, AL and Athens, AL(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Jason Randall Seale, MD

Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"He genuinely spent time listening to our concerns & answering our questions without rushing us. Made me feel that my sons condition mattered to him. That's getting harder to find." View Profile

Dr. Sergey Sergeevich Ananyev, MD

Urology
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Would love to give him more than 5 stars. Excellent. Very knowledgeable." View Profile

Dr. Stephan Guislain Moran, MD

Critical Care Medicine
39 years exp
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Stephan Guislain Moran, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in Huntsville, AL and Des Moines, IA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. George Hansel Godwin, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi

Dr. Cassidy J Koonce, MD

Surgery
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"I highly recommend Dr. Koonce. He is most professiinal, has a great bedsude manner, and is very educated and knowledgeable." View Profile

Dr. Philippe Tranqui, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Excellent and friendly staff and doctor. Actually asks if you have questions and understand everything. Thorough." View Profile

Dr. Graeme Edward Bro Mcfarland, MD

Vascular Surgery
15 years exp
Athens, AL0.9 mi
"Best doctor ever. Way better than Micah." View Profile

Dr. Prabhakara Babu Ravi, MD

Surgery
56 years exp
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Prabhakara Babu Ravi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with another office in Athens, AL. He has 56 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Willis Taylor Williams, MD

Anesthesiology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Willis Taylor Williams, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in Decatur, AL and Decatur, AL(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Rodney Tyler Harney, MD

Surgery
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Rodney Tyler Harney, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in Decatur, AL and Decatur, AL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Athens, AL1.5 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in Athens, AL, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

What is a General Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

A surgeon performs operative interventions to treat pathology, trauma, and structural abnormalities through invasive techniques. Surgeons diagnose surgical conditions and provide perioperative patient management.

Surgeons complete medical school and surgical residency lasting five to seven years depending on specialty (general surgery, cardiothoracic, etc.). Many pursue subspecialty fellowship for specialized surgical expertise.

A Surgeon's clinical work involves:

  • Concentrates on operative management of disease and injury across body systems
  • Assesses patients, orders investigations, determines surgical indications, performs operations, oversees postoperative care
  • Treats traumatic injuries, neoplasms, hernias, appendiceal inflammation, biliary disease, and vascular pathology
  • Uses conventional open techniques, laparoscopic methods, robotic-assisted procedures, and minimally invasive approaches
  • Known as: general surgeon, operative specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Athens who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only General Surgeons in Athens who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find General Surgeons in Athens who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Athens. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated General Surgeons in Athens?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing General Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Athens?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Athens. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which General Surgeons in Athens have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Athens. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Athens without calling?
Search for General Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a General Surgeon in Athens with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Athens. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a General Surgeon in Athens?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right General Surgeon.
How can I locate a General Surgeon in Athens who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for General Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a General Surgeon in Athens who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where General Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find General Surgeons who work there.

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