DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Professional Surgical Consultation and Treatment Planning

Department Overview

The General Surgery department provides specialist assessment for conditions that may require surgical treatment.

Patients may consult for concerns such as hernias, gallbladder conditions, abdominal symptoms, cysts, lipomas, skin and soft-tissue infections or anorectal conditions.

The department also supports evaluation of selected wounds and minor surgical concerns.

Our approach involves understanding the condition, discussing appropriate investigations and helping patients evaluate available medical or surgical treatment options.

Operations requiring an operating theatre, anaesthesia or inpatient care must be performed at an appropriately equipped hospital.

Conditions Evaluated

Hernias
Gallbladder-related surgical conditions
Appendicitis-related concerns
Lipomas
Cysts
Abscesses
Selected breast lumps
Haemorrhoids
Anal fistula-related concerns
Skin and soft-tissue infections
Wounds requiring surgical assessment
Selected thyroid-related surgical concerns

Consultations & Services

General surgical consultation
Laparoscopic surgery assessment
Hernia evaluation
Gallbladder surgery consultation
Appendicitis assessment and referral
Lipoma and cyst evaluation
Abscess management planning
Wound assessment and dressing
Selected minor procedure planning
Post-surgical follow-up consultation
Hospital-based surgical referral

Our Approach

Not every surgical concern requires immediate surgery. The department focuses on appropriate evaluation, discussing available treatment options and arranging further care when needed.