Surgical Services
General Surgery
Whether you require inpatient or outpatient surgical services, Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is able to provide high-quality care from our experienced and skilled staff. If you or a loved one needs surgery, you can count on exceptional care from Rutherford Regional Health System. Our dedicated team coordinates the care and management of each patient every step of the way through screening, surveillance, surgical intervention, rehabilitation, and follow-up care.
Next Steps
Find a Doctor
Find a surgeon near you. Call 828.286.1743 or search for a specific physician via the link below.
Preparing for surgery
From testing to medications, and fasting to transportation; discover all that you need to know, and do, to prepare for surgery at RRHS.
All Under One Roof
General surgery is a specialty that encompasses a wide variety of procedures, many of which occur in the abdomen. Our Board-Certified surgeons at Rutherford Regional can take care of your surgical needs with a number of procedures including:
- Appendectomy (appendicitis)
- Cancer surgery (colon, stomach, breast, thyroid, skin)
- Endoscopic procedures (upper endoscopies and colonoscopies)
- Esophageal reflux procedures (endoscopic and surgical)
- Gallbladder surgery
- Hemorrhoid surgery (endoscopic and surgical)
- Hernia surgery (laparoscopic and traditional)
- Laparoscopic colon and bowel resection
- Skin and soft tissue surgeries
- Thyroid surgery
- Vascular surgery
Our skilled teams work in state-of-the-art facilities and deliver personalized care using sophisticated medical technology. We work closely with patients, families, and their primary care doctors to ensure that we answer every question and address every concern. At Rutherford Regional Health System, our focus is on patient safety, care, and comfort.
