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General and Vascular Surgery
Patients who need the services of a general or vascular surgeon usually start
with a visit to their primary care physician. They may notice a lump, experience
stomach pain, or tenderness in a limb and want their family practice physician
or internist to check them out ... just to be on the safe side.
If your primary care physician refers you to a general or vascular surgeon at
Aurora BayCare Medical Center, rest assured you’re in excellent hands.
Our physicians take time to review your treatment options with you and your
loved ones, prior to recommending a course of action. We want you to be fully
informed of your situation and understand any surgical procedures or anesthetic
techniques that we may employ.
This is especially true when it comes to the surgical care of children or
infants. Our surgeons are trained in pediatric and neonatal surgery and are
well-known in the area for both their skill and care.
Safe, effective surgical options
The general and vascular surgeons at Aurora BayCare Medical Center work with
patients and their families to create personalized treatment plans. They offer a
variety of surgical options including conventional inpatient surgery under
general anesthesia, same day or outpatient surgery and a variety of minimally
invasive surgery options, including:
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Microsurgery (using an operating microscope)
- Endoscopic surgery (using a narrow tube with camera and light)
- Laser surgery
These minimally invasive procedures are safe, effective and oftentimes lead to
faster recovery, less pain and less expense than traditional surgical
techniques.
General surgeons treat a variety of medical problems and conditions. Some
include:
- Stomach problems and ulcers
- Hernias
- Cancer treatments
- Gallbladder surgery
- Breast surgery
- Pediatric surgery
Vascular surgeons deal primarily with the body’s arteries and veins. They
treat conditions such as:
- Varicose and spider veins
- Leg swelling/ulcers
- Carotid artery disease
- Stroke
- Wounds
- Aneurysms
- Poor circulation of the legs and stomach
- Intermittent or constant night pain or leg pain
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Aurora BayCare Medical Center provides an extensive service in the
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Expert caregivers
At Aurora BayCare Medical Center, you have access to the expertise of some of
the finest general and vascular surgeons in the area. Our physicians use the
latest surgical and anesthetic options to deliver care that minimizes patient
discomfort and accelerates recovery.
The medical care we provide at Aurora BayCare Medical Center combines the latest
medical breakthroughs with thoughtful advances in care … and it’s all centered
around you, the patient.
Diagnostics … convenient and leading edge
General and vascular surgeons require accurate diagnostic information before
they can begin their work. Essential to the practice of surgery are diagnostic
technologies such as CT, MRI, digital angiography, ultrasound and vascular lab.
Aurora BayCare Medical Center is equipped with the latest diagnostic technology
and is located adjacent to our surgeons’ offices, so you’ll be able to visit
your doctor and get all your tests and scans in one convenient trip, saving you
time.
A healing environment
 At
Aurora BayCare Medical Center, we’re always finding new ways to make your life
better.
Our physicians encourage patients to become actively involved in their care. And
because we believe the support of loved ones can bring you comfort, help you
feel safe, and positively impact the healing process, we also encourage family
involvement in the treatment and recovery process.
Your personal physician … a vital member of our team
No one is more familiar with your medical history than your personal physician.
Your doctor is the one who puts you most at ease, and that’s why we want him or
her to be involved in your care. Chances are, your personal physician is the one
who referred you to us, and we’ll keep your doctor informed every step of the
way … from diagnosis through surgery to recovery.
How to make an appointment with our specialists
Your primary care physician is your link to the general and vascular surgeons at
Aurora BayCare Medical Center. If you don’t have a primary care physician but
wish to develop a relationship with a doctor, please call (920) 494-5656. We’ll
help answer your questions and refer you to a physician who meets your needs and
schedule.
Click here for a list of our General and Vascular Surgeons.
Our general and vascular surgeons have offices conveniently located at Aurora
BayCare Medical Center Physician Offices, immediately adjacent to the hospital.
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