LaparoscopicIncisionalHerniaRepair near Savannah, GA

Biography: Sometimes, the most rewarding conversation with your surgeon is one in which you are reassured that no operation is necessary. Sometimes, however, surgery can be a valuable part of a treatment plan to help you achieve your health goals. Throughout medical school and a general surgery residency, I learned the impact surgical treatment can have on patients. Specifically, I saw the great benefits of minimally invasive surgery, and have made that a focus of my career. \n Minimally invasive surgery with robotic laparoscopy decreases discomfort after surgery, and leads to shorter hospital stays and recovery times as compare to traditional surgery methods. Many of the operations we used to do with large abdominal incisions are now routinely completed using robotic techniques with tiny incisions. \n I am a Fellow of the American College of Surgery and a member of the American Hernia Society, and I remain continuously certified by the American Board of Surgery. I believe every patient deserves an accurate assessment of their condition and an honest review of treatment options. I want you to have all of your questions answered before choosing the best course of treatment for you. \n Before moving to coastal South Carolina, my family and I lived in Charlotte, where I helped to build one of the largest general surgery groups in the southeastern United States. We are all happy to be living in the Lowcountry and I am thrilled to be bringing quality surgical care to our community.

Biography: Soon after beginning my medical career as a general surgeon in Beaufort, I discovered a passion for helping patients regain their lives through weight-loss surgery. \n I'm certified to perform bariatric surgeries through the da Vinci robotic platform. But beyond leading-edge technique, I think it's my approach of treating the person - not just the medical issues - that has been a driving force behind my patients' long-term success. \n I've been practicing in the Low Country since 2002, which has allowed me to develop long-term relationships with my patients and guide them through challenges they may face, even decades after their surgery. \n Throughout my tenure in Summerville, South Carolina, I've been honored to receive national recognition for patient satisfaction, including the First Humanitarian Award given by the HCA Healthcare, for my commitment to patient dignity and care. \n My wife, our two children and I love to fish, kayak and explore. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors with others and have become known for hosting kayaking trips out of Shem Creek for my patients and their families. Applying the six pillars of lifestyle medicine - a whole food, plant-forward eating pattern; physical activity; restorative sleep; stress management; avoidance of risky substances and positive social connections - will help you achieve an improved quality of life and longevity. You can schedule with me for a full lifestyle medicine consultation when you call the office.

Biography: Dr. Heather MacNew is a board certified general surgeon who specializes in surgical critical care. She currently serves patients in Savannah, GA.

Biography: Dr. Alvaro Fonseca provides trusted care and surgical attention to patients in Savannah, GA. He works alongside a robust team of experienced providers to help patients who have suffered from a traumatic injury.

Care Philosophy: I pride myself on good communication with patients and their families. My goal is to perform operations in a minimally invasive fashion, if possible, to decrease postoperative pain, narcotic use, and to get people back to their normal lives as quickly as possible. I vow to treat all of my patients with respect and to care for them as I would my own family.

Care Philosophy: Tuesday 9-12. Wednesday 2-5. Thursday 2-5. Friday 9-12.

Biography: Dr. Sigismund Lee is a board-certified surgeon providing comprehensive care and detailed support for patients in Southeast Georgia. He provides a wide range of surgery services, including complex hernia repair, breast biopsy and mastectomy, lung surgery and colorectal surgery. Online appointment scheduling is available.