General surgery is defined as the treatment of injury, deformity, and disease using operative procedures. It is frequently performed to alleviate suffering or illness when a cure is unlikely thru medication alone. Areas of the body treated by general surgery include the stomach, liver, intestines, appendix, breasts, thyroid glad, salivary glands, some arteries and veins, and the skin. While the brain, heart, eyes and feet, to only name a few, are areas that require specialized surgical repair.
Prior to surgery, a patient may be asked to undergo a series of tests such as lab, x-ray and/or cardiac studies if the patient's medical history warrants these tests. The surgeon will explain the nature of the procedure and the anticipated outcome. Risks involved will be discussed along with type of anesthesia used. The expected length of recovery and limitations imposed during the recovery period are also explained in detail before any general surgical procedure. Green Clinic's board certified surgeons take ample time to explain and review all aspects of surgery to their patients from pre-operative processes to care following surgery during the recovery process. Our providers strive to ease and calm any fears or anxiety patients may experience prior to surgery.
Residency training in general surgery requires experience in all of the following content areas:
The surgeons at Green Clinic are master technicians when it comes to your body and your health. We understand the emotions involved, as well as the delicacy and precision needed when it’s time for care. We utilize state-of-the-art surgical technologies that help minimize the impact of surgery and improve results. Our practice encompasses a wide range of surgical procedures including everything from carotid surgery and endocrine surgery to carpal tunnel surgery, as well as complex oncological cases and wound care. Our providers are credentialled medical staff members of Northern Louisiana Medical Center where they conduct inpatient as well as same day or outpatient surgical procedures.
For nearly 70 years, Green Clinic has cared for families in our community. Today our commitment is even stronger. Whatever your phase of life, Green Clinic is here with doctors who know you, who care for you and who care about you. We are dedicated to making sophisticated care convenient and accessible.
Green Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
