At Martin General Hospital, outpatient and inpatient surgeries are performed five days a week, with emergency surgeries available as needed.  We have an experienced surgical team, specialized equipment, and life-saving interventions. The caring staff of OR nurses will make sure you are comfortable and informed, and the anesthesiologists will manage your pain. If surgery is in your future, the experienced surgical staff at Martin General Hospital is here for you.

Pre-admission Testing is conducted prior to a surgical procedure. It usually includes blood work, an EKG, chest x-ray, physical assessment and history. These studies are conducted to detect and correct any abnormalities prior to surgery. Education, instruction and an uncomplicated recovery are our goals, and it is accomplished through continuity of care for patients before and after surgery.

Surgical Services include:

• General Surgery (gallbladder removal, appendectomy, breast biopsy and laparoscopic procedures)
• Endoscopy Procedures (bronchoscopy, colonoscopy, EGD with or without dilitation, colonoscopy with or without dilitation and sigmoidoscopy)
• Obstetrical/Gynecological Surgery (C-section, minimally invasive hysterectomy, uterine ablations and tubal ligation)
• Ophtalmology Surgery (cataract extractions, and procedures to correct glaucoma)
• Orthopaedic Surgery (arthroscopic, carpal tunnel, knee, hip, shoulder, hand, foot, ankle and elbow, restorative/grafts, sports injuries, total joint replacement and trauma)
• Podiatry Surgery (bunion, hammer digits, heel spur, neuroma’s and warts)

Our Outpatient Services and Endoscopy Center is designed as a private surgical center within the hospital. The Center offers convenience and peace of mind of knowing they are just steps away from the full care offered by a hospital. A wide variety of outpatient procedures are performed daily at the Center.

Some Important Tips to Remember When Preparing for Your Procedure:
Follow your physician’s instructions in preparation for your surgery/procedure. This will allow you to avoid unnecessary delays and/or cancellations. Do not bring any items of value with you. Remember to prepare for a ride home prior to arriving the day of your surgery. Regardless of the surgical procedure, a responsible adult must bring you to the hospital and remain in the building the entire time of your procedure. You must also be driven home by a responsible adult.

Choose Martin General Hospital for your surgical procedures.

Surgeons at Martin General Hospital

	Stephen Lester, M.D. Roanoke Orthopedic Phone: 792-0305 Fax: 792-0307		Melissa O'Neal, M.D. Roanoke Women's Healthcare Phone: 809-6341 Fax: 809-6167
	Michael Smith, M.D. Roanoke Surgical Phone: 809-6350 Fax: 809-6353		Scott Stahle, M.D. Roanoke Women's Healthcare Phone: 809-6341 Fax: 809-6167
	Larry Watson, M.D. Roanoke Surgical Phone: 809-6350 Fax: 809-6353

To learn more about our Surgical Services please contact us at 252-809-6300.

Members of the medical staff at Martin General Hospital