Surgery

EVMS Acute Care surgeons are certified by the American Board of Surgery and have extensive expertise in treating diseases of the abdomen, gallbladder, pancreas, stomach, colon, anorectal and endocrine organs. Patients diagnosed with adrenal problems, parathyroid and thyroid diseases are also treated surgically.

Burn injuries of every degree of severity - whether caused by a minor incident in the kitchen or an industrial explosion - require a multidisciplinary, systematic approach to assessment, management and rehabilitation.

EVMS Medical Group cancer surgeons are Board-certified and fellowship trained, and are routinely sought out by referring physicians with exceptional skill, supportive care, rehabilitation and follow-up they provide.

Surgical Oncology also includes the nationally recognized surgeons of the EVMS Breast Center who provide comprehensive resources including evaluation and treatment of breast cancer.

Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery is al technique used in the abdominal and pelvic areas. It uses the aid of a laparoscope — a thin, telescopic rod with a camera at the end — to aid surgery.

Our physicians specialize in cosmetic enhancements of the face, neck, breast, arms, skin, midsection and legs including breast surgery, body contouring and liposuction. Our reconstructive plastic surgeons can repair and restore form and function to parts of the body that have been compromised - whether at birth, by accident, illness or injury. 

Our surgeons operate in the area's only Level 1 trauma center at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Our surgeons are fellowship trained in trauma and critical care with expertise in injury care available around the clock. With our dedicated staff, in our own intensive care unit, we provide state-of-the-art care in the regions' best resource available.