- Primary CareWe ask that patients obtain any required referrals from their primary care physician prior to their scheduled appointment and bring a copy to their SSC appointment.
- Emergency CareSurgical Specialists of Charlotte provides all trauma care on a 24-hour basis for Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. We are trained in emergency care of accident victims including emergency surgery for life threatening chest and abdominal trauma. We direct and coordinate the care of all severely injured patients in the initial stage of resuscitation, and often throughout the hospitalization. This may include car and motorcycle accidents, falls, gunshot and stab wounds, burns, assault and occupational injuries.
- Colonoscopy
- Colon CancerThis is another large segment of our practice. All surgeons in our group participate in the treatment of these diseases. Colorectal disorders, which require surgical treatment, include colon cancer and polyps, colonic bleeding, diverticular disease, volvulus (twisting) of the colon, ischemic (gangrenous) colitis, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis), hemorrhoids, perianal abscess and fistula, Anal fissure, rectal prolapse and others. Sometimes the problem may be successfully treated non-surgically.
- EndoscopyEndoscopy is the practice of using a flexible lighted camera to enter the intestinal tract from above (to look at the esophagus, stomach and small intestine) and below (to look at the colon and rectum).
- Thyroid
- Thyroid CancerSome of the cancers we commonly operate for include: melanoma and other skin cancers, breast cancer, colon and rectal cancers, cancers of the stomach and intestinal tract, pancreatic cancer, liver and bile duct cancers, sarcomas and other muscle or fatty tissue cancers, thyroid cancer, adrenal cancer and others. We also commonly perform diagnostic biopsies by sampling tissue in the office or in the operating room. We also frequently remove lymph nodes from the neck, underarm (axilla) or groin (inguinal) or other areas in order to diagnose, stage, or locally control a cancer.
- UltrasoundThe Surgical Specialists of Charlotte Vascular Laboratory is one of the region’s premier IAC Accredited Vascular Laboratories. We provide non-invasive evaluation of vascular disease (both venous and arterial) using ultrasound and segmental arterial pressure recordings. Both of these modalities are patient friendly and do not require use of needles, dye or x-ray.
- RadiologyWhen you get services from an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, certain providers there may be out-of-network. In these cases, the most those providers may bill you is your plan’s in-network cost-sharing amount. This applies to emergency medicine, anesthesia, pathology, radiology, laboratory, neonatology, assistant surgeon, hospitalist, or intensivist services. These providers can’t balance bill you and may not ask you to give up your protections not to be balance billed.
- General SurgeryOur surgeons have admitting and operating privileges at all hospitals in Charlotte. This includes Atrium Health Carolina’s Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Atrium Health University City, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Novant Health Charlotte Orthopaedic Hospital, Atrium Health Mercy, Atrium Health Pineville, and Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. In addition, we provide surgical services at outpatient surgery centers. Your surgeon will select the best location based on your medical needs, your preferences and the requirements of your insurance plan.
- Wound Care
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryFor certain conditions, our surgeons offer robotic surgery as a treatment option. This advanced, minimally invasive surgery utilizes a computer-controlled robot to assist in performing a surgical procedure. This allows surgeons to operate in small spaces in the body that would normally require traditional open surgery.
- GangreneTreatment of wounds and skin infections is a large part of our practice. These may include diabetic ulcers, gangrene, venous ulcers, and wounds from injuries. In addition from expertise in dressing care, we may provide surgical treatment such as debridement (cleaning), skin grafting, arterial bypass or amputation.
- Vascular SurgerySeveral of our surgeons specialize in vascular surgery. This is the practice of treating diseases of the circulatory system – arteries and veins. Treatment may or may not include surgery. Sometimes a minimally invasive procedure can be done. Types of procedures typically performed are bypass surgery for blocked arteries, repair of aneurysms (dilated arteries), removal or chemical treatment of varicose veins, and others.
- Robotic SurgeryAll of our surgeons are board-certified or board eligible with the American Board of Surgery. We utilize advanced technology whenever possible to benefit patients through minimally invasive treatments including robotic surgery. Our surgeons’ expertise covers the broad scope of general, thoracic (excluding cardiac), vascular and trauma surgery.
- Breast ReconstructionIn the case of breast cancer, we will see that you receive a diagnosis quickly, with a full explanation of the treatment options available. We will coordinate your care with other physicians and will help direct your treatment. We will provide referrals to cancer physicians (oncologists) and radiation doctors when appropriate. We may also combine our efforts with plastic surgeons when breast reconstruction is part of the treatment plan. Our goal is to see that you have the best treatment available for your condition.
- Laparoscopic SurgeryLaparoscopic surgery allows the surgeon to perform a procedure using small incisions, visualizing the site through a small telescope-like instrument: the laparoscope. The benefits to the patient is that smaller incisions heal with less discomfort. This usually results in a shorter hospital stay, and less time away from normal activities.
- Skin CancerSkin cancers such as melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma are common problems, particularly in older people. The latter two can usually be dealt with by surgical excision alone. Melanoma is a more serious skin cancer which can be fatal if not removed in the early stages. Moles which have very dark pigmentation, are growing, bleeding or changing should be examined and excised.
- Cyst
- Lesions
- Burns