21 General Surgeons Found in Columbia, IL

We found 21 General Surgeons available in Columbia, IL with an average 4 stars across 108 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 10 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 10 accept Medicare.

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Dr Stacey Tull

Dermatology
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO7.9 mi
"My experience with Dr. Tull was a very positive one. She found a natural crease in the skin on my face and used this to mask the scar that always results from surgery." View Profile

Dr. Mujeeb U Siddiqui, DO

Surgery
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO7.5 mi
"I have been a patient of Dr. Siddiqui off & on for over 8 years & he has been nothing but professional, kind & sympathetic even when I didn't always do what was required." View Profile

Dr. Daniel Joseph Schwarze, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sauget, IL9.0 mi
"I was improperly diagnosed by other orthopedic surgeons, but Dr Schwarze figured it out, got me the surgery I needed and now pain free" View Profile

Dr. Robert Ian Markenson, MD

Surgery
Saint Louis, MO8.9 mi
Dr. Robert Ian Markenson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. Their specialties include Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Amy Elizabeth Cyr, MD

Surgery
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO8.6 mi
"Very nice, thourgh and knowledgeable" View Profile

Dr. Maria Bernadette Doyle, MD

Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
St Louis, MO7.0 mi
"Dr. Doyle took my awe on in an emergency when my liver cyst started bleeding. She has been very thorough and caring, and so has the entire team." View Profile

Dr. Donna Therese Richardson, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Saint Louis, MO9.7 mi
Dr. Donna Therese Richardson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, with other offices in Columbia, MO and Columbia, MO(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Daniel Kreisel, MD

Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO8.6 mi
Dr. Daniel Kreisel, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, with other offices in Saint Louis, MO and Creve Coeur, MO(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Russell Robert Kraeger, MD

Thoracic Surgery
59 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO7.5 mi
Dr. Russell Robert Kraeger, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, with other offices in Saint Louis, MO and Fenton, MO(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Rahul Rajiv Handa, MD

Thoracic Surgery
10 years exp
Saint Louis, MO9.9 mi
Dr. Rahul Rajiv Handa, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, with other offices in Saint Louis, MO and Saint Louis, MO(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Paul Joseph Pace, MD

Surgery
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sauget, IL9.0 mi
Dr. Paul Joseph Pace, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sauget, IL, with another office in Sauget, IL. He has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jayen Chandraka Shah, MD

Emergency Medicine
50 years exp
St. LOUIS, MO5.7 mi
Dr. Jayen Chandraka Shah, MD is a health care provider primarily located in St. LOUIS, MO. He has 50 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mehrdad Haghighat-Jou, DO

Surgery
28 years exp
Saint Louis, MO8.6 mi
Dr. Mehrdad Haghighat-Jou, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. He has 28 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Emergency Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Mitchell M Mirbaha

Surgery
66 years exp
Saint Louis, MO9.3 mi
Dr. Mitchell M Mirbaha is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. They have 66 years of experience. Their specialties include Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Mayank Rajanikant Patel, MD

Thoracic Surgery
28 years exp
Saint Louis, MO6.4 mi
Dr. Mayank Rajanikant Patel, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, with another office in Saint Louis, MO. He has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. William Michael Duff, MD

Surgery
Saint Louis, MO6.8 mi
Dr. William Michael Duff, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Robert L Richardson, MD

Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO7.5 mi
Dr. Robert L Richardson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. George Steven Geis

Surgery
43 years exp
St. LOUIS, MO8.3 mi
Dr. George Steven Geis is a health care provider primarily located in St. LOUIS, MO. He has 43 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Somsak Vonn

Emergency Medicine
59 years exp
Saint Louis, MO8.6 mi
Dr. Somsak Vonn is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. He has 59 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Emergency Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Alan Howard Morris

Surgery
63 years exp
Saint Louis, MO8.8 mi
Dr. Alan Howard Morris is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO. They have 63 years of experience. Their specialties include Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Saint Louis, MO9.9 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in Saint Louis, MO, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Columbia. 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 Columbia?
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 Columbia?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Columbia. 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 Columbia have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Columbia. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Columbia 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 Columbia with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Columbia. 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 Columbia?
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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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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