16 General Surgeons Found in Athens, IL

We found 16 General Surgeons available in Athens, IL with an average 4 stars across 64 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 11 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 6 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Eric High, MD

Surgery
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL
"Went to Memorial with abdominal pain turned out to be appendix. Called in Dr High. Excellent, informative,man. Excellent bedside manner." View Profile

Dr. James Fullerton, MD

Surgery
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
"Doctor Fullerton saved my life by doing a Liver Resection surgery on me in 2009 by removing cancer cells that had spread into my liver from GALLBLADDER CANCER!!!" View Profile

Dr. Peter Hofmann, MD

Surgery
27 years exp
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
"Dr. Hofmann made sure my experience was quick and enjoyable. He made sure my needs came 1st. Thank you Dr. Hofmann." View Profile

Dr. John Donald Mellinger, MD

Surgery
42 years exp
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
"All I can and have to say this man saved my life and is the most genuine physician and surgeon I have ever met. Thank you for my life Dr. Mellinger." View Profile

Dr. Aaron Brewer, MD

Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
"Dr. Brewer performed a surgery on my mother and was excellent. He had a great bedside manner and was very patient as he explained everything to the family." View Profile

Dr. Hilary Anne Sanfey, MD

Surgery
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Hilary Anne Sanfey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Springfield, IL and Springfield, IL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. John P Sutyak, MD

Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. John P Sutyak, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Springfield, IL and Springfield, IL. He has 43 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Don Edward Ramsey, MD

Surgery
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL9.8 mi
Dr. Don Edward Ramsey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Springfield, IL and Springfield, IL. He has 53 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Chad Gonczy, MD

Surgery
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Chad Gonczy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL. He has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Melanie Lynne Barnard, MD

Surgery
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Melanie Lynne Barnard, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Springfield, IL and Springfield, IL(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Tam Thanh Mai, MD

Surgery
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
"I had nothing but a positive experience with Dr. Mai and her nurse practitioner Amy Mann. They have been absolutely wonderful! Dr. Mai is an excellent surgeon." View Profile

Dr. Joel Allan Schneider, MD

Thoracic Surgery
57 years exp
Springfield, IL7.8 mi
Dr. Joel Allan Schneider, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with another office in Cerrillos, NM. He has 57 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Nicholas Byrne Fiore

Surgery
4 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Nicholas Byrne Fiore is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Charleston, SC and Charleston, SC(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kendall John Keck, MD

Plastic Surgery
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Kendall John Keck, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with another office in Springfield, IL. He has 13 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Miguel Angel Ortiz-Rivera

Surgery
4 years exp
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Miguel Angel Ortiz-Rivera is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL, with other offices in Springfield, IL and SPRINGFIELD, IL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Erika Henkelman, MD

Surgery
Springfield, IL10.0 mi
Dr. Erika Henkelman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Springfield, IL. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile

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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