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Medical Specialty

General Surgery Care in South Louisiana

General surgery provides evaluation and surgical treatment for a wide range of abdominal, soft tissue and general surgical conditions.

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Reasons to visit

When Should I See a Surgeon?

These are the reasons patients most often come to SLMA for this care. If something here sounds like you, request an appointment and our team will help.

  • Hernia symptoms

  • Gallbladder pain

  • Abnormal imaging

  • Skin or soft tissue mass

  • Surgical referral

  • Procedure follow-Up

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Conditions We Treat

What we provide

Surgical Services

  • Surgical consultation

  • Preoperative planning

  • Minimally invasive surgery when appropriate

  • Postoperative follow-Up

  • Coordination with primary care and specialists

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Your first visit

What to Expect at Your First General Surgery Visit

A surgical visit includes evaluation of symptoms, review of tests or imaging and a discussion of options, risks and next steps.

What to Bring

  • Photo ID
  • Your insurance card
  • A list of the medications and supplements you take
  • Previous medical records related to your visit
  • Recent test results or imaging, if you have copies
  • Your referral, if your insurance plan or provider requires one

Where to be seen

Where You Can Receive General Surgery Care

Chabert is derived from provider location tags; the Houma Enterprise Drive clinics and Morgan City use a set specialty list that still needs client confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see a General Surgery specialist?

You should consider seeing a General Surgery specialist if you have symptoms, concerns, or a diagnosis related to general surgery care and need expert evaluation or treatment.

Do I need a referral for General Surgery services?

Referral requirements vary by insurance plan and provider. Contact our office to verify whether a referral is needed before scheduling.

What can I expect during my first General Surgery appointment?

Your provider will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, perform any necessary evaluations, and recommend a personalized treatment plan.

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    Abdominal Pain

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  • Digestive, Respiratory & Neurological

    Gallbladder Problems and Gallstones

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for gallbladder problems and gallstones, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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  • Behavioral Health, Skin, Children & Everyday Care

    Hernia

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for hernia, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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  • Digestive, Kidney & Infections

    Appendicitis

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for appendicitis, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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Why patients choose SLMA

  • Local access through SLMA's South Louisiana care network
  • Board-Certified providers and advanced practitioners
  • Coordination across primary care, specialty care and hospital-Based services
  • A patient-Centered approach supported by SLMA's quality and teaching mission.

Need Help With general surgery care?

Schedule your visit online with an SLMA provider, or call the clinic and our team will help you find the right care.

Schedule Your VisitCall Chabert, Houma: 985-873-1234

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