Surgery - General Surgery

Needing surgery can be a scary time. Our team of general surgeons offer skilled and compassionate care before, during and after your surgery. From office procedures to complex operations, you’ll be taken care of every step of the way.

Appointments
Farmington Clinic: (651) 460-2300
Northfield Clinic: (507) 646-1494
Northfield Hospital: (507) 646-1000
Surgery Center: (507) 646-6001

Care Team
Locations

Surgery

Minimally invasive procedures with shorter recovery times - General Surgery

When you need surgery, you are looking for good surgeons, minimally invasive procedures and the fastest recovery time. Look no further than our highly trained and experienced General Surgeons. They offer you a broad range of surgical care with an emphasis on advanced laparoscopic procedures, including gallbladder, hernia repair, anti-reflux surgery and colon resection. From office procedures to complex operations, you’ll be taken care of every step of the way.

Our knowledgeable surgeons were trained at Hennepin Healthcare and U of M and use minimally invasive procedures to get you back to work or play sooner. They offer a broad range of surgical care 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

Scheduled Surgery

After you have met with your primary care provider and surgery is recommended, you will have a consultation appointment with a general surgeon. They will discuss your condition, look at any medical records or diagnostic imaging, and together you will discuss the best options for you including surgery. If surgery is needed, it will be scheduled.

In-clinic Procedures

Some minor procedures can be handled in the clinic. Your provider will decide this during your appointment.

Emergency Surgery

When you need surgery in an emergency, our surgeons are available 24/7. The general surgery team has experience in emergency surgery and trauma care, and will take care of you no matter what time of day or night you need help.

General Surgery Procedures

Ano-Rectal Procedures

Hemorrhoid surgery, Fissures and Fistulas/Pilonidal Disease Treatment

Anti-Reflux Operations

Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication
Laparoscopic Paraesophageal and Hiatal Hernia Repair

Breast Disease

Breast Biopsy, Surgical and Ultrasound Guided
Partial Mastectomy (Lumpectomy)
Total Mastectomy
Breast Reconstruction (with Dr. Economou, Plastic Surgeon)
Sentinel Lymph Node Evaluation
Lymph Node Dissection

Cancer/Oncologic Surgical Care

Breast
Thyroid/Parathyroid/Adrenal
Colon and Rectum
Gastrointestinal
Melanoma, Cutaneous, and Soft Tissue Malignancies
Placement of Vascular Access Devices
Participation in Multidisciplinary Cancer Care with Medical and Radiation Oncology