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General Surgery

Whether you already know that you need surgery or you want to schedule a surgical consultation to weigh your treatment options, there is no need to travel far. Our dedicated general surgeons deliver comprehensive surgical care that meets both the elective and emergency needs of our community. Such a level of surgical expertise is often lacking in rural areas, but you’ll find it right here at Mary Rutan Health.

What to Expect From Our General Surgeons

General surgery is a surgical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders in many different areas of the body, including the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, skin and breasts. Our general surgery team has decades of experience and a high patient safety rating. Working together with providers throughout Mary Rutan Health, they take pride in providing personalized care that is compassionate and tailored to your needs. And they want you to feel like a person, not a medical condition.

Comprehensive Surgery Center and Treatment Options

If you and your surgeon decide that surgery is the best solution for your condition, your procedure will be performed in the modern facilities at Mary Rutan Hospital. We have five operating rooms, plus 10 private pre- and post-operative suites, where patients get ready for surgery and are monitored and cared for afterward. Our general surgeons offer an extensive array of surgeries and diagnostic procedures. Here are just a few examples:

  • Abscess incision and drainage
  • Appendix removal
  • Biopsies
  • Breast surgery
  • Esophageal surgery
  • Endoscopy and laparoscopy
  • Gallbladder removal
  • Hernia repair
  • Splenectomy

We use small incisions and minimally invasive techniques, whenever possible, to provide you with a faster and more comfortable return to your daily activities.

Proctology and Colon and Rectal Surgery

Our general surgeons and proctologist diagnose and treat various conditions of the colon, rectum and anus using both non-surgically and surgical methods. Some of the conditions our team can address for you include hemorrhoids, infections, inflammation, polyps, diverticulosis and diverticulitis.

They also perform preventative colorectal cancer screenings and the following proctology procedures:

    • Anoscopy
    • Flexible sigmoidoscopy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Polypectomy
    • Biopsy

Schedule a Consultation With a General Surgeon

A general surgeon is available to meet with you for a consultation at our general surgery locations in Bellefontaine and Kenton Call us if you would like to schedule a consultation: