What does general surgery mean?

General surgery is a surgical specialty that focuses on the abdominal organs, including the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, as well as the thyroid and adrenal glands. General surgeons also perform surgery on the breast, skin, and hernias.

General surgeons are trained to perform a wide variety of procedures, such as:

• Appendectomy (removal of the appendix)
• Hernia repair
• Gallbladder surgery
• Gastrectomy (removal of all or part of the stomach)
• Colectomy (removal of all or part of the colon)
• Gastrointestinal surgery
• Bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery)
• Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
• Trauma surgery

General surgeons work closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, gynecologists, and oncologists, to provide comprehensive care for patients.

General surgery is considered a broad field and General Surgeons have to have a wide range of knowledge and skills to be able to perform different procedures. They have to be able to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions and be prepared to manage any complication that may arise during or after surgery.