Dr Surendra Pal Singh

Some of the specific responsibilities of a general surgeon include:

• Diagnosing and treating conditions that require surgical intervention
• Performing surgical procedures such as appendectomies, gallbladder removals, hernia repairs, and colon resections
• Performing diagnostic procedures such as biopsies and endoscopies
• Monitoring patients' conditions before, during, and after surgery and managing any complications that may arise
• Coordinating care with other healthcare professionals, such as primary care physicians and specialists, to provide comprehensive care for patients
• Providing education and counselling to patients and their families about surgical options and post-operative care

Some of the most common conditions and diseases treated by the general surgeon include:

• Abdominal conditions: General surgeons treat conditions such as appendicitis, hernias, gallbladder disease, and colon cancer.
• Gastrointestinal conditions: General surgeons treat conditions such as acid reflux, ulcers, and inflammatory bowel disease.
• Breast conditions: General surgeons treat conditions such as breast cancer, breast cysts, and lumps.
• Skin conditions: General surgeons treat conditions such as skin cancer, moles, and cysts.
• Endocrine conditions: General surgeons treat conditions such as thyroid and parathyroid disorders and adrenal tumours.
• Trauma: General surgeons are also responsible for treating injuries and wounds resulting from accidents and violence.
• Vascular conditions: General surgeons are also trained to treat conditions involving the blood vessels, such as varicose veins and aneurysms.
• Bariatric surgery: General surgeons perform weight loss surgery such as gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy for morbidly obese patients.