General Surgery - Overview

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What is general surgery?

General surgery is a surgical discipline that involves surgical procedures performed on the intestines, liver, colon, pancreas, gall bladder, stomach, thyroid gland, and several other organs.

General surgeons may be trained to focus on one of many areas. Some general surgeons are dedicated to transplant surgery and must be ready at any time to harvest organs from suitable donors. Other general surgeons may focus on trauma surgery, breast surgery, colorectal surgery or vascular surgery.

Our team is led by capable surgeons who will provide expertise and customise the treatment care plans best suited for you in the following sub-specialties:

Head and neck
Upper gastrointestinal
Hepatopancreatobiliary
Colon and rectal
Vascular
Breast

Our experienced doctors and nursing staff will assess your individual needs and recommend how to manage your condition effectively. We have specialised services catering to children and adults, either for elective surgery or emergency treatment.

Our approach

Mount Elizabeth Hospitals offer modern surgical procedures such as:

Minimal access surgery
Living donor organ transplants
Reconstructive surgery
Robotic surgery

Our team of experienced general surgeons are supported by well-equipped facilities and dedicated nurses to provide the most appropriate course of treatment for you.

Why choose Mount Elizabeth Hospitals?

At Mount Elizabeth Hospitals in Singapore, our general surgeons are committed to giving you comprehensive care in a private and personalised setting.

You can rely on our multidisciplinary team to guide you through the various test, treatments and surgical procedures so that you can make informed choices and you understand what to expect during your time with us.

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