General Surgery

Surgical Services - Visalia, California

Comprehensive surgical care for general surgery and complex health concerns is offered on an inpatient and outpatient basis at Kaweah Health Medical Center in Visalia. We understand that general surgery is not routine for our patients, so we work closely with patients, families, and their primary doctors to be sure that every question and concern is addressed.

At Kaweah Health we are ready to care for you, SAFELY. Our services may look a little different in the new normal, but our commitment to our mission, where health is our passion, excellence is our focus and compassion is our promise, remains the same.

Kaweah Health has lifted its temporary restrictions placed on elective surgery and outpatient procedures due to the COVID-19 virus. Our team is ready to deliver safe care to all patients. We continue to follow all Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Tulare County Department of Health safety guidelines.

For important information on elective and outpatient procedures, click HERE.

For information about COVID-19 testing for surgery patients, click HERE.

State-of-the-Art Equipment & An Expert Staff

Kaweah Health strives to bring you the most current technology and surgical procedures including DaVinci Surgery, GreenLight Laser procedures, and more importantly, highly trained professionals. Behind every surgeon, you'll find a skilled team of anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, registered nurses, surgical technologists and other support staff. We surround our patients with specialized, experienced care providers. Our general surgery staff has an unparalleled combination of warm, caring attitudes, and high-tech knowledge.

Our team approach involves collaboration among physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and many others. We work together to develop the best treatment plans and emergency services that cater to a patient's unique needs.

Surgeries performed at Kaweah Health in Visalia include:

General Surgery (Abdominal, Trauma, Hernia Repair, Lung, Thyroid)
Orthopedic Surgery (Total Joint Replacement, Fracture Care, Arthroscopy, Hand, Trauma)
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Neurosurgery (Spine)
Colorectal Surgery
Eye Surgery (Cataracts, Retina Repair)
Vascular Surgery (Circulation, Aneurysms, Veins)
Cardiac/Thoracic Surgery (Valve Replacement, Lung Surgery, Bypass)
Robotic & Non-Robotic Urology and Gynecology Surgery (Prostatectomy, Hysterectomy)
Plastic Surgery (Breast Reconstruction, Nose, Eyes, Body Lift)
Podiatric Surgery (Foot & Ankle)
Adult & Pediatric ENT Surgery (Sinus Surgery, Tubes, Tonsils & Adenoids)
C-Section Surgery
ENT (Ears, nose and throat surgeries)
Gynecology (women's health)
Urological (Cysto, Prostate, Kidney, Kidney stones)
Robotic surgery- DaVinci Surgery (gynecological and urological)

Surgery Parking Map (Parking Permit Required)

(Please refer to the surgery parking permit provided for guidance)