General Surgery & Trauma Surgery
The only designated Trauma Center in Polk County!
General surgeons and trauma surgeons at Lakeland Regional Health are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to perform surgeries for those who need it – whether as a planned intervention or in an emergency.
Some of the most common conditions we treat include:
- Appendicitis
- Bowel obstruction
- Colostomy/ileostomy reversal
- Abdominal fistulas
- Gallstones/Gallbladder disease
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux, heartburn GERD)
- Gastrointestinal disease
- Hernia (inguinal, ventral, femoral, hiatal, diaphragm, complex revisional surgery)
- Lipoma/soft tissue masses
- Board-certified general & trauma surgeons
- State-of-the-art hybrid operating rooms
- The only designated Trauma Center in Polk County
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Robotic surgery options
- Compassionate care
Our Surgeons
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our surgeons use minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible to improve outcomes for their patients. Also called laparoscopic surgery, minimally invasive surgery is performed through very small incisions using specialized techniques, miniature cameras with microscopes, tiny fiber-optic lights, and high-definition monitors.
Robotic Surgery
One minimally invasive technique we use is robotic surgery. During robotic surgery, or robot-assisted surgery, your surgeon is in complete control of the surgery using tools and instruments of robotic equipment. A powerful camera that provides high magnification and resolution is inserted into the surgical area to allow the surgeon a clear view of the area where they are operating.
The surgeon then uses the controls to move and guide the instruments. This precision allows surgeons to do very delicate work in places where it would be difficult for a surgeon’s hands to reach.
The advantages of these types of minimally invasive surgeries include:
- Less pain and need for pain medications
- Shorter hospital stays
- Lower risk of complication or infection
- Less blood loss and need for blood transfusions
- Less scarring
- Quicker return to normal activities and work
The only Trauma Center in the area. Ready at a moment’s notice.
At Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, we are the region’s only designated Trauma Center. We're equipped and staffed 24/7 to deliver lifesaving care when every second counts. Our trauma surgeons and hybrid operating suites are always ready to respond immediately to the most serious injuries.
Board-certified in both surgery and critical care, our trauma surgeons are specially trained to treat complex, life-threatening conditions, including brain and spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, and severe fractures. They provide continuous, around-the-clock care in the intensive care unit to support each patient through every stage of recovery.
Hear from Our Experts
Our highly trained surgeons are dedicated to using the latest technology and most personalized care for our patients. Hear from some of our providers in the blogs and podcasts below:
Expert Hernia Surgery in Lakeland, Florida
When it comes to hernia repair, experience matters.
Gallbladder Trouble
Your gallbladder really has just one job: the storage and excretion of bile (digestive juices) into your intestines.
Diverticulitis Myths vs. Facts
Sometimes, you experience stomach discomfort for seemingly no reason. It could actually be a fairly common condition called diverticulitis.
Do All Hernias Need to Be Repaired?
Patients living with a hernia may experience a bulge in their abdominal wall (most often at the belly button) or in their groin. Some hernias are from incisions from previous surgery, and you may feel a bulge just under your previous scar.