42 General Surgeons Found in Chesterton, IN

We found 42 General Surgeons available in Chesterton, IN with an average 4 stars across 529 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 21 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 16 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Christopher M Wirsing, DO

Surgery
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"Calm, professional and caring." View Profile

Dr. Michael Craig Malczewski, MD

Plastic Surgery
39 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"Experienced, knowledgeable, perfectionist in his craft, reliable,trustworthy, honest, caring, reasonable rates,friendly, gifted. " View Profile

Dr. Thomas Joseph Rohs, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"We had to transfer my active farming 82 year old father-in-law from another hospital after a colon surgery had gone bad. He would not have lived very much longer..." View Profile

Dr. Thomas K Kalmbach, MD

Thoracic Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"As the medical field does the"on a scale of 1 to 10" ...I would give Dr Kalmbach and his team 10 stars." View Profile

Dr. Douglas C Dedelow, DO

Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN7.5 mi
Dr. Douglas C Dedelow, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Valparaiso, IN and Hobart, IN. View Profile

Dr. Genri Pinkhasov, MD

Urology
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"I was very nervous and Dr. Pinkhasov asnwered every question I had and spoke to me about the procedure until I was reassured." View Profile

Dr. Roland Lincoln Thomas, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"He is the best ." View Profile

Dr. William Edward Wallace, DO

Thoracic Surgery
46 years exp
VALPARAISO, IN3.9 mi
"Dr. Wallace did a wonderful job with my mom. Her chest operation was a success. He kept us in the know the whole time. Thank you and I would highly recommend him." View Profile

Dr. Bruce J Stoehr, MD

Surgery
43 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"I first met Dr Stoehr 4 months ago when I was pregnant in my 7 month of pregnancy for possible Diverticulitis." View Profile

Dr. Timothy Whitzel Swain, MD

Thoracic Surgery
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
"Saves lives" View Profile

Dr. Michael Allen Nemeth, MD

Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Michael Allen Nemeth, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Valparaiso, IN and Valparaiso, IN. He has 44 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. William Felbert Nowlin, MD

Surgery
64 years exp
Westville, IN6.6 mi
"Dr Nowlin preformed surgery on me and also my mother & two daughters many years ago ." View Profile

Dr. Allison Rae Tanck, MD

Surgery
19 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"I had a hernia repair included mesh being put in she did an excellent job. I took care of it really good got no infection got sent home with pain meds and plus she gave me refills." View Profile

Dr. Giovanni Maria Salerno, MD

Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"Personable and knowledgeable..checked in before and after procedure" View Profile

Dr. Nancy Chi Han, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Nancy Chi Han, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with another office in Valparaiso, IN. She has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Matthew William Hearn, MD

Surgery
25 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
"I've had two teeth pulled by Dr. Hearn, both were the least painful and quickest recovery of any extractions I've ever had." View Profile

Dr. Brian Gilbert Moore, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Brian Gilbert Moore, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Laporte, IN and La Porte, IN(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Maria Louise Stamp, MD

Family Medicine
30 years exp
Portage, IN7.5 mi
"The first time I ever saw her I simply fell in love with her . I long for the day to see her beautiful eyes again" View Profile

Dr. Peter Idalgo Rossi, MD

Thoracic Surgery
34 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Peter Idalgo Rossi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Valparaiso, IN and Detroit, MI. He has 34 years of experience. View Profile

SR Jac Alan Cooper

Surgery
44 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
SR Jac Alan Cooper is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN. He has 44 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Critical Care Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Seferino Farias

Surgery
34 years exp
Portage, IN6.8 mi
"Dr. Farias is a hero for me! I came through the ER with a ruptured Bowel and should not have survived but by the Grace of God and the timely expertise of Dr. Faias." View Profile

Dr. Matthew Gerard Troy, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
PORTAGE, IN6.9 mi
"I was very well pleased with Dr. Troy and the team at Illinois Dermatology." View Profile

Dr. Irtaza Iqbal Khan

Critical Care Medicine
25 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Irtaza Iqbal Khan is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN. He has 25 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Daniel Owen Young, MD

Surgery
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Daniel Owen Young, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with another office in Valparaiso, IN. He has 14 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Chung-Kil Kim

Surgery
59 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Chung-Kil Kim is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Plymouth, IN and South Bend, IN(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Vimal Balkrishna Pathak

Surgery
59 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Vimal Balkrishna Pathak is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Merrillville, IN and Valparaiso, IN. He has 59 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Issa Rezek

Surgery
16 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Issa Rezek is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Maywood, IL and Hines, IL(and 6 other locations). He has 16 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Cosmina Cristea

Surgery
9 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Cosmina Cristea is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Michigan City, IN and Valparaiso, IN. She has 9 years of experience. View Profile

I Taylor Drake Coleman

Surgery
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
I Taylor Drake Coleman is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with another office in Valparaiso, IN. He has 10 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mitra Jafari

Hospital Medicine
6 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Mitra Jafari is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN. She has 6 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Steven William Chmil, MD

Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Steven William Chmil, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Valparaiso, IN and La Porte, IN. He has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Raelina Suzonne Howell, MD

Surgery
14 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Raelina Suzonne Howell, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Mineola, NY and Buckhannon, WV(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Sandra Mary Wischmeyer, MD

Surgery
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Sandra Mary Wischmeyer, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in LAPORTE, IN and Valparaiso, IN. Her specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Aaron Joseph Schneider, MD

Surgery
12 years exp
Valparaiso, IN3.7 mi
Dr. Aaron Joseph Schneider, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Valparaiso, IN, with other offices in Michigan City, IN and Valparaiso, IN(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Albert Naveed

Critical Care Medicine
20 years exp
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
"Dr. Naveed is a most caring Dr. he is kind and very informative. He even calls me at home to tell me my results. I recommend him highly.." View Profile

Dr. Lazo Krstevski, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Lazo Krstevski, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN. He has 37 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Emergency Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Christian Thomas Karcher

Surgery
VALPARAISO, IN8.0 mi
Dr. Christian Thomas Karcher is a health care provider primarily located in VALPARAISO, IN. His specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. David Eugene Fumo

Urology
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. David Eugene Fumo is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Toledo, OH and Toledo, OH(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Bernardo Israel Yahuaca, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Bernardo Israel Yahuaca, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Michigan City, IN and La Porte, IN. View Profile

Dr. Patrick David Albert, MD

Vascular Surgery
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Patrick David Albert, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Michigan City, IN and La Porte, IN. View Profile

Dr. Daniel Amirhamzeh, MD

Diagnostic Radiology
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Daniel Amirhamzeh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Bakersfield, CA and Rensselaer, IN(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Charles W Tattersall, MD

Vascular Surgery
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Michigan City, IN9.2 mi
Dr. Charles W Tattersall, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Michigan City, IN, with other offices in Michigan City, IN and Michigan City, IN(and 2 other locations). 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 Chesterton 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 Chesterton 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 Chesterton who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Chesterton. 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 Chesterton?
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 Chesterton?
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Which General Surgeons in Chesterton have the shortest wait times?
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Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Chesterton without calling?
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How do I locate a General Surgeon in Chesterton with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Chesterton. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
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How can I locate a General Surgeon in Chesterton 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 Chesterton who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
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