overview
“General surgery” refers to the surgical specialty that focuses on the surgical treatment of a wide range of diseases and conditions. General surgeons are skilled in performing a variety of surgical procedures and are often involved in the care of patients with both elective and emergency surgical needs.
Key aspects of general surgery include:
Broad Spectrum of Procedures:
General surgeons are trained to perform a wide range of surgical procedures on various parts of the body. This can include abdominal surgery, breast surgery, vascular surgery, endocrine surgery, and more.
Emergency Surgery:
General surgeons often play a crucial role in emergency surgery, such as treating trauma patients, performing appendectomies, and addressing other acute surgical conditions.
Preoperative and Postoperative Care:
General surgeons are involved in the entire surgical process, from evaluating patients before surgery to providing postoperative care and follow-up.
Minimally Invasive Surgery:
Many general surgeons are skilled in minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery, which involves smaller incisions and often results in quicker recovery times for patients.
Trauma Surgery:
General surgeons are frequently involved in the treatment of traumatic injuries, working in trauma centers to provide rapid and comprehensive care to critically injured patients.
Collaboration with Other Specialties:
While general surgeons are trained to handle a broad range of surgical cases, they also collaborate with other specialists when necessary. For example, if a patient requires specialized expertise in a certain area, a general surgeon may work alongside a cardiovascular surgeon, neurosurgeon, or other specialists.
Facilities
Minimally invasive surgeries
A team of 4 experienced general and laparoscopic surgeons
9 Laminar flow capable modular OTs
24/7 availability of surgeons
High-risk surgeries
Dedicated post-operative surgical intensive care unit
Isolation room facility
Experienced OT and SICU staff
