9 General Surgeons Found in Nantucket, MA

We found 9 General Surgeons available in Nantucket, MA with an average 5 stars across 72 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 3 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 2 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Dax Alexander Guenther, MD

Plastic Surgery
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Nantucket, MA1.8 mi
Dr. Dax Alexander Guenther, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Nantucket, MA, with another office in Nantucket, MA. They have 26 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Francis Duggan, MD

Emergency Medicine
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hingham, MA
"I've struggled to find a doctor who truly listens, but Dr. Duggan changed that." View Profile

Dr. Richard Hudson Koehler, MD

Surgery
44 years exp
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
"Dr, Koehler is a fantastic surgeon. He takes the extra time to "figure it all out". He even gives you his personal cell number. Wish he was still in Plymouth." View Profile

Dr. Javier Mauricio Romero, MD

Neuroradiology
34 years exp
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
"He reviewed my MRI and made sure that my surgeon received the report immediately" View Profile

Dr. Francis Xavier Oconnor, MD

Surgery
39 years exp
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
"Everyone dreads having to go to the ER. This used to be no different with Lejeune's ER. I recently visited and my experience was completely different." View Profile

Dr. Timothy James A Lepore, MD

Surgery
56 years exp
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
"I am a retired USAF RN with 42 years of service currently working in research at Brookhaven National Lab as an IH / RN." View Profile

Dr. Hillary Rolls Kelly, MD

Neuroradiology
20 years exp
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
Dr. Hillary Rolls Kelly, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Nantucket, MA, with other offices in Newton Lower Falls, MA and Nantucket, MA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Leo Lee Tsai, MD

Surgery
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
Dr. Leo Lee Tsai, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Nantucket, MA, with other offices in Boston, MA and Boston, MA(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Meredith H Lepore

Nurse Practitioner
Nantucket, MA2.7 mi
Meredith H Lepore is a health care provider primarily located in Nantucket, MA. Her specialties include Surgery, Nurse Practitioner. 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 Nantucket 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 Nantucket 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 Nantucket who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Nantucket. 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 Nantucket?
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 Nantucket?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Nantucket. 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 Nantucket have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Nantucket. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Nantucket 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 Nantucket with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Nantucket. 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 Nantucket?
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 Nantucket 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 Nantucket 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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