LaparoscopicAppendectomy near Clermont, FL

Biography: Christopher B. Le, MD, is a board-certified minimally invasive general and bariatric surgeon with Orlando Minimally Invasive Surgery.He is recognized for his expertise in robotic surgical systems, holding certifications in the Intuitive Da Vinci Xi Robotic System among other competencies. His extensive training includes a fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, following a comprehensive residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, FL.Dr. Le's academic journey began at the University of Florida, where he achieved his M.D. and graduated cum laude with a B.S. in Chemistry. Throughout his career, Dr. Le has contributed significantly to pioneering research, exploring various facets of surgery ranging from investigating procedural safety in bariatric surgery to analyzing demographic distributions within surgical fellowship programs.As evidenced by his publications in esteemed medical journals and presentations at prestigious conferences, Dr. Le's dedication to advancing surgical techniques is complemented by his unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care to his patients.

Biography: Fred Howard, M.D., is board certified in general surgery and is known among his patients as jovial and approachable. He attended the University of Missouri Columbia, where he also completed his residency. A former pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, Dr. Howard practiced in Winter Haven before joining Heart of Florida Physician Group. Dr. Howard provides care for wound care patients and general surgery patients in the greater Lake Wales area. He treats patients with non-healing wounds in an outpatient setting at the Wound Care Center for Lake Wales Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Our medical practice is independently owned, so patients always know that decisions are made only with their best interests foremost in mind. Our surgeons are skilled, experienced and highly respected, available for consultation and second opinion in addition to performing surgery. What sets us apart? We're committed to providing excellent service - respectful, convenient, compassionate and attentive to your comfort and convenience. We will make all necessary appointments on your behalf for your medical needs. We take the time to get to know you - we're not just interested in what you need to have done. We'll review your medical history with you, closely examining your medical records and imaging studies and answering any questions you have before and after your procedure. We achieve excellent outcomes/results, safely and (important in today's environment) cost-effectively. We work with most major insurance providers and will take care of all necessary pre-approvals and paperwork. Our only agenda is your health and well-being. Our practice is focused entirely on surgery so you can be assured that no tests or referrals are financially motivated. Dr. Steinbaum believes in treating patients like members of his own family.

Care Philosophy: Dwight D Landmann, M.D. is a Board Certified General and Colorectal Surgeon with over 3 decades of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He utilizes the latest techniques and procedures including minimally invasive approaches to a wide spectrum of general surgical pathology including specialization in the benign and neoplastic diseases of the anus, rectum colon and small bowel. He has been providing compassionate individualized care to the Ocala community since 1991.

Care Philosophy: Our staff and team of professionals are available to our patients five days a week. We have two Physician Assistants and one Nurse Practitioner who care for our patients on days Dr. Chandra is performing surgeries. Be assured, our team is well-trained to handle your personal care. Our compassionate staff is available to help answer your questions or find the answers you need.As your surgeon, we take a personal approach to caring for our patients and take the time needed to listen to your concerns. Our goal is to choose the safest and least invasive procedure possible to get you back to living your life as soon as possible.