General Surgery

For over 100 years, the Department of Surgery has been an international leader in surgical care, innovative research and education. That tradition of excellence continues today, as we bring the world class care to our community and beyond.

At Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, we treat a spectrum of illnesses ranging from simple to complex. As general surgeons, we’re trained to manage every stage of your surgical journey – before, during and after your operation, including when complications occur.

By definition, a general surgeon is a broadly trained specialist, skilled in diagnosing illness and performing surgery for many types of conditions throughout the body.

We’re trained in key areas of surgery, including anatomy, would healing, nutrition, immunology and critical care, as well as lifesaving interventions in emergencies. With this depth of expertise, we provide surgical care focused on healing, recovery and helping you move forward.

Why Choose Us?

• Expertise and Experience: Board-certified surgeons with extensive experience in various surgical fields provide a level of expertise that is crucial for complex and challenging cases.
• Subspecialty Focus: Specializing in specific areas of surgery allows surgeons to focus on the most complex and specialized cases, providing more targeted and effective care.
• A Team Approach to Treatment: We work side by side with specialists and radiologist to ensure you receive seamless, comprehensive, and thoughtful care.
• Advanced Technology: Utilizing the latest in surgical technology, including minimally invasive techniques, robotic assisted surgery, and advanced imaging, helps you recover faster, with less pain and smaller scars.
• Research and Innovation: Departments that are involved in research and clinical trials are at the forefront of surgical advancements, offering the most up-to-date treatment options.
• Patient-Centric Approach: A patient-centric approach ensures that the surgeon and medical team prioritize the patient's needs and goals, leading to better outcomes and a more comfortable experience.

Wake Forest Baptist Surgical Specialties

• Bariatric Surgery - Our weight loss surgery program has been recognized as an accredited Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
• Breast Care Center - Comprehensive Cancer Center program consolidates the services of a multidisciplinary team in a central location, giving patients access to multiple breast cancer specialists during a single visit.
• Burn Center - Our Burn Center has 8 beds in the burn ICU and 16 beds in the acute care unit, with two hydrotherapy areas for wound care, and a gym for therapy.
• Colon and Rectal Surgery - Studies have shown that patients treated by colon and rectal surgeons are more likely to survive colorectal cancer and will pay less for surgical care because of colon and rectal surgeons' advanced training and the high volume of colon and rectal disease surgeries they perform.
• Endocrine Surgery - Endocrine surgeons are specially trained in both the medical pathophysiology of these diseases, as well as the surgical treatment of them.
• Gastrointestinal Surgery - Comprehensive care for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract including repair of primary, recurrent and complex abdominal wall hernias, gastroesophageal reflux disease, hiatal hernias, and achalasia; gallbladder disease, enterocutaneous fistula and short bowel syndrome; and anorectal disease.
• Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery - General surgical treatment for benign and malignant diseases of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts.
• Laparoscopic Surgery - Simple cases like weight loss, hernias and gallbladder problems as well as complex conditions like esophageal cancer and adrenal tumors can be treated with laparoscopic surgery.
• Pediatric Surgery - Common problems in children that are resolved with pediatric surgical expertise are hernias, pyloric stenosis, soft tissue nodules, gallstones, and appendicitis.
• Surgical Oncology - Our board-certified surgeons all have specialized fellowship training and work in a multidisciplinary setting with other specialists to provide the latest treatments and innovations in surgical cancer care.
• Transplant Program - We are actively involved in managing post-operative immunosuppression, complex infectious disease, critical care, primary care, and long-term management of transplant recipients.
• Trauma Center - Our Level I Trauma Center is a regional resource center that has the capacity of providing leadership and total care for every aspect of injury from prevention through rehabilitation.

Methods of Surgery

Depending on the type of surgery, there are several methods that may be performed.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally invasive surgery, or laparoscopic surgery, is an alternative to traditional open surgery for many conditions. Simple cases like weight loss, hernias and gallbladder problems as well as complex conditions like esophageal cancer and adrenal tumors can be treated with laparoscopic surgery. Surgery done this way accomplishes all the goals of the open operation but uses smaller incisions. This means less pain, shorter recovery times and a decreased risk of developing a hernia, as well as a better looking abdomen when all is said and done.

In addition to conventional laparoscopic surgery, our surgeons offer single incision or single port surgery for selected procedures. Single port surgery is a technique that maximizes the cosmetic outcome of laparoscopic surgery.

Other Surgical Techniques

In addition to using traditional surgical knives in surgery, both open and minimally invasive surgery can use the following alternative techniques, depending on diagnosis:

Laser surgery - A laser is a device that emits a concentrated beam of light radiation. A laser beam can cauterize a wound, repair damaged tissue, or destroy cells under the beam, allowing for cutting through tissue without damaging neighboring cells. Laser has been used in place of surgical cutting instruments in various surgeries, including eye surgery, gynecological procedures, removal of skin marks, and excising small tumors.
Electrosurgery - Surgery can also be performed with electrical instruments that operate on high-frequency electric currents. Examples of electrosurgery include electrocoagulation (which hardens tissue) and electrodesiccation (the destroying of tissue with an electric current for such things as removing small growths).

What to Expect for Your Surgery

We understand that surgery can be scary. And it may be a new experience for you and your family. To help with some of that unease, we want to make sure you are prepared and know what to expect before, during and after your surgery. Throughout your experience, our committed teams promise to keep you safe, care for you, involve you and your family, and respect you and your time.

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Providers

Abdominal Masses

Abdomnal Adencocarinoma

Achalasia

Pancreatitis

Adenocarcinoma

Adenoma Rectum

Adrenal Adenoma

Adrenal Cyst

Adrenal Mass

Adrenal Nodule

Anal Condyloma (Warts)

Anal Fissure

Anal Fistula

Anal Incontinence

Anal Prolapse

Anal Skin Tags

Anal Sphincter Dysfunction

Anal Stenosis

Anal Stricture

Anastomosis

Appendicitis

Ascities (Swelling of the Belly)

Axillary Abscess

Axillary Lipoma

Axillary Mass

Bile Duct Obstruction

Bile Duct Stones

Bile Duct Stricture

Bile Leak

Biliary Colic

Biliary Dyskinesia

Cholecystitis

Choledochal Cysts

Choledocholithiasis

Cholelithiasis

Colitis

Colonic Inertia

Colovaginal Fistula

Colovesicle Fistula

Complete Rectal Prolapse

Conn's Syndrome

Constipation

Core Muscle Injury

Crohn's Disease

Diverticulitis

Duodenal Ulcer

Encopresis

Entercutaneous Fistula

Epiplogic Appendagitis

Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal Diverticula

Esophageal Mass

Esophageal Tumors

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Fecal Incontinence

Gallstone Pancreatitis

Gallbladder Polyps

Gallstones

Ganglion Cyst

Gastric Outlet Obstruction

Gastric Ulcer

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastrointestinal Disease

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

Gastroparesis

Heller Myotomy

Hemangiomas

Hemorrhoids

Hernia

Hyperplasia Hepatic Adenoma

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Mekel's Diverticulum/Diverticulitis

Paraesophageal Ulcer

Peptic Ulcer Disease

Percutaneous Fistula

Perianal Fistula

Perineal Cyst

Perirectal Fissure

Pheochromocytoma

Pilonidal Abscess

Pilonidal Cyst

Pouchitis

Proctitis

Rectal Bleeding

Rectal Fissures

Rectal Fistula

Rectourethral Fistula

Rectovaginal Fistula

Small Bowel Obstructions

Solidary Rectal Ulcer Syndrome

Sphincter Tone Dysfunction

Splenic Mass

Splenomegaly

Stomach Adenocarcinoma

Stomach Polyp

Stomach Ulcers

Sebaceous Cyst

Tubulovillous Adenoma Colon or Rectum

Zenker's Diverticulum

Esophageal Stricture

Common Bile Duct Stones

Ileal Carcinoid

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Abdominoperineal Resection and Local Anal Excision

Adhesion Lysis

Anal Advancement Flap

Anal Dilation

Anal Sphincteroplasty

Anoplasty

Antrectomy

Appendectomy

Botulinum Toxin (Botox)

Colectomy

Colon Resection

Colostomy

Continent Ileostomy

Diverticulectomy

Exploratory Laparotomy

Fissurectomy

Fistulotomy

Fulguration

Hemorridopexy

Hemorroidectomy

Hepatico Jejunostomy

Ileal Cecectomy

Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis (IPAA)

Ileostomy

Lap Truncal Vagotomy

Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy

Laparoscopic Appendectomy

Laparoscopic Assisted Rectopexy

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic Diverticulectomy

Laparoscopic Esophagectomy

Laparoscopic Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Gastric Stimulator

Laparoscopic Gastrojejunostomy

Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy

Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic or Open Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic or Open Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic or Open Splenectomy

Laparoscopic Pyloroplasty

Laparoscopic Roux En Y Gastric Bypass

Laparoscopic Splenectomy

Laparoscopic Subtotal Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Truncal Vagotomy

Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy

Myotomy

Nissen Fundoplication

Overlapping Sphincteroplasty

Perineal Proctectomy

Pouch Advancement

Proctocolectomy

Pyloroplasty

Rectal Sleeve Advancement

Rectopexy

Rectovaginal Fistula Repair

Restorative Proctocolectomy

Right Hemicolectomy

Sacral Nerve Stimulation

Seton Placement

Single Incision Cholecystectomy

Small Bowel Resection

Total Proctocolectomy

Toupet Fundoplication

Transanal Excision

Vagotomy

Endocrine Surgery

Foley Catheter

Laparoscopic Colectomy

Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair

Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement

Robotic Umbilical Hernia Repair

Robotic Incisional Hernia Repair

Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair

Robotic Colectomy

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Locations

Abdominal Organ Transplant - Janeway Tower

Address

Medical Center Boulevard

8th Floor

Winston-Salem, NC 27157

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336-713-5660

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Breast Care Services - Clemmons

at Medical Plaza - Clemmons

Address

2341 Lewisville-Clemmons Road

Clemmons, NC 27012

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Appointments

336-713-3200
336-716-9634 (FAX)

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Colorectal Surgery - Medical Plaza North Elm

Address

3903 N. Elm St.

Greensboro, NC 27455

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Appointments

336-716-0664
336-716-9634 (FAX)

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Davidson Surgical Associates - Lexington

Address

5 Medical Park Drive

Lexington, NC 27292

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336-248-2487
336-249-9526 (FAX)

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Davidson Surgical Associates - Thomasville

Address

1219 Lexington Ave.

Suite A

Thomasville, NC 27360

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336-475-7148
336-475-7031 (FAX)

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General Surgery - Cancer Center

Address

Medical Center Boulevard

4th Floor

Winston-Salem, NC 27157

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336-716-0664
336-716-9634 (FAX)

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General Surgery - Janeway Tower

Address

Medical Center Boulevard

5th Floor

Winston-Salem, NC 27157

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336-716-0664
336-716-9634 (FAX)

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Hepatobiliary Surgery - Medical Plaza North Elm

Address

3903 N. Elm St.

Greensboro, NC 27455

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336-716-0664
336-716-9634 (FAX)

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Surgical Specialists - Asheboro

Formerly known as Southern Piedmont Surgical Specialists

Address

149 MacArthur St.

Asheboro, NC 27203

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336-629-1000
336-629-1300 (FAX)

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Surgical Specialists - Hickory

formerly Surgical Services - Hickory

Address

1771 Tate Blvd.

Suite 201

Hickory, NC 28602

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828-327-9178
336-713-8180 (FAX)

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Surgical Services - Lexington

Address

Outpatient Center

300 Emergency Drive

Lexington, NC 27292

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336-248-5161

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Surgical Specialists - High Point

Address

404 Westwood Ave.

Suite 303

High Point, NC 27262

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Hours of Operation

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm

Contact Us

336-905-6060
336-905-6061 (FAX)

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Surgical Specialists - Wilkes

formerly known as Surgical Services - West Park

Address

1915 W. Park Drive

Suite 101

North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

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Hours of Operation

Mon - Thurs: 8 am - 5 pm
Fri: 8 am - 2 pm

Appointments

336-651-8700
336-651-8756 (FAX)

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Weight Management Center - Country Club

Address

4614 Country Club Road

Winston-Salem, NC 27104

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Appointments

336-716-6099
336-716-5074 (FAX)

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Weight Management Center - Medical Plaza North Elm

Address

3903 N. Elm St.

Greensboro, NC 27455

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Appointments

336-716-6099
336-713-7502 (FAX)

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Surgery Center Clemmons

Address

6441 Kinnamon Court

Clemmons, NC 27012

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336-390-1350

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Education and Research

The Department of Surgery at the Wake Forest School of Medicine is committed to educating the next generation of healthcare providers and innovators.

Our department is nationally recognized for excellence in clinical care and research in specialty areas including acute care surgery, colon and rectal, hepatobiliary, transplant, trauma, burns, pediatric surgery, endocrine, surgical oncology and minimally invasive surgery.

Referring Physicians

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we understand the importance of referrals. Our physician liaisons partner with referring physicians in our community and beyond to provide information on our physicians and clinical services. Full list of new physicians.

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General Surgery

Why Choose Us?

Wake Forest Baptist Surgical Specialties

Methods of Surgery

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Other Surgical Techniques

What to Expect for Your Surgery

Providers

Care and Treatment

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Locations

Abdominal Organ Transplant - Janeway Tower

Breast Care Services - Clemmons

Colorectal Surgery - Medical Plaza North Elm

Davidson Surgical Associates - Lexington

Davidson Surgical Associates - Thomasville

General Surgery - Cancer Center

General Surgery - Janeway Tower

Hepatobiliary Surgery - Medical Plaza North Elm

Surgical Specialists - Asheboro

Surgical Specialists - Hickory

Surgical Services - Lexington

Surgical Specialists - High Point

Surgical Specialists - Wilkes

Weight Management Center - Country Club

Weight Management Center - Medical Plaza North Elm

Surgery Center Clemmons

Education and Research

Referring Physicians