General Surgery
General
surgery is a broad specialty, involving the surgical care of
almost all areas of the body with particular emphasis on intra-abdominal
surgery. Our surgeons are trained in:
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Removal
of all types of skin cancers
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Breast
surgery: breast biopsies, breast conservation surgery for
cancer, and mastectomy
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Intra-abdominal surgery of the gallbladder, stomach, colon, intestines,
pancreas, spleen, appendix, and liver for benign and malignant
disorders
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Pediatric general surgery
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Rectal
surgery for hemorrhoids and other disorders
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Surgical correction of hernias
- Thyroid and
parathyroid surgery
- Cancer Surgery
- Advanced Varicose Vein Treatments
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Laparoscopic Surgery
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Carolina Surgery has
stayed at the cutting edge of general surgery techniques. Our
practice introduced laser laparoscopic gallbladder removal to
Gastonia in 1990, laparoscopic appendectomies in 1991, laparoscopic
hernia repair in 1992, and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery in
1994. In 2009, we began to offer laparoscopic surgical treatment through a single incision or site. We continue to explore new technologies and techniques to
offer the best in patient care.
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Vascular and Thoracic Surgery
Our doctors are trained vascular surgeons and able to diagnose and guide through treatment, all types of circulation problems ranging from blood flow deficits to clogged arteries. Our thoracic surgeons perform all types of chest surgery, including cancer surgery and lung surgery. Our surgeons are specialists in:
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Diagnosis of Carotid Artery and Lower Extremity Disorders
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Screening for Aneurysms
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Lung Cancer Surgery
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Thoracoscopy
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Sclerotherapy of Varicose Veins
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Laser Treatment of Spider Veins
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Endovenous Laser and Radifrequency Ablation of Saphenous Veins
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Advanced Venous Ulcer Treatment
General Surgery