General Surgery

What is General Surgery?

General surgery is a branch of surgery specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and tumors of the abdominal organs (gastrointestinal tract), retroperitoneal space, and soft tissues. Modern general surgery center not only perform surgical operations but also provide diagnostic and consultation services, including surgeon and anesthesiologist consultations, as well as comprehensive examinations for surgical patients.

Many medical centers in Dnipro and the Dnipropetrovsk region have general surgery departments. The Helyos Family Health and Rehabilitation Center invites patients to consult with qualified surgeons, undergo examinations, and receive treatment for surgical pathologies.

When You Need a Consultation

A general surgery consultation is necessary if you experience the following symptoms:

Abdominal pain (acute or chronic), changes in pain patterns in chronic gastrointestinal diseases
Various digestive disorders
Blood in stool or vomit, black stools, pale skin, weakness
Pain, heaviness in the lower back, or side discomfort
Lumps, tumors, or abscesses in soft tissues

A surgeon’s consultation may also be recommended by a family doctor, gastroenterologist, or nephrologist in cases of suspected surgical pathology or ineffective conservative treatment.

Preparing for a General Surgery Consultation

Before your appointment with a general surgeon, follow these preparation steps:

Bring all relevant medical documents and test results
Make a list of any medications you are currently taking
Perform hygiene procedures and wear easily removable clothing
If your consultation is scheduled in the morning, it's best to come on an empty stomach so that necessary tests can be performed immediately

General Surgery in Dnipro: Conditions We Treat

The general surgery specialists at Helyos Medical Center in Dnipro treat:

Exacerbations of chronic gastrointestinal diseases such as pancreatitis, cholecystitis, peptic ulcers, perforations, and stenoses
Appendicitis and peritonitis
Intestinal obstruction
Liver conditions, including benign vascular tumors (hemangiomas), cysts, parasitic infections, and abscesses
Enlarged or ruptured spleen
Abdominal hernias (inguinal, ventral, umbilical)
Tumors and cysts of the abdominal cavity and retroperitoneal space
Benign soft tissue tumors (lipomas, atheromas) and purulent-inflammatory conditions (abscesses, phlegmons)

Types of Surgeries Performed in General Surgery

Depending on the surgical approach and access to the affected area, general surgery procedures are classified as:

Open abdominal surgeries – where the surgeon makes an incision to access the abdominal cavity
Laparoscopic surgeries – performed through small incisions with the assistance of an endoscopic camera, making them minimally invasive and allowing for a faster recovery

General surgical procedures include:

Ectomy (removal) – complete removal of a diseased organ or pathological formation (e.g., appendectomy, cholecystectomy, splenectomy)
Resection – partial removal of an organ (e.g., gastric or liver resection)
Surgical anastomosis – creating or restoring a connection between hollow organs (e.g., bypass gastroenterostomy)
Reconstructive surgeries – including intestinal plastic surgery and hernia repair (alloplasty)

General Surgery: Service Prices

The cost of surgical procedures and interventions (such as punctures and drainage) depends on the type of surgery, the method used, the affected organs, and the complexity of the case. Additional charges may apply for consumables and anesthesia.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Helyos Medical Center in Dnipro.

General surgery

Prices

Surgeon consultation

800 UAH

Online surgeon consultation

800 UAH

Surgeon consultation (Dr. of Medical Sciences)

1100 UAH

Doctors

All Doctors

Work Experience 23 years

Postupinsky Sergey Sergeevich

Work Experience 20 years

Victor Vladimirovich Khanov

Work Experience 20 years

Oleh Viktorovych Svysenko

Branches offering this service

"Lamana" Branch

City: Dnipro, 17 Lamana Street

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General Surgery in Dnipro

How do I schedule an appointment with a general surgeon?

You can schedule an appointment with a surgeon at Helios Medical Center by phone or through the online form on the website. The administrator will schedule a convenient time for your consultation.

How much does a consultation with a general surgeon cost at Helios Medical Center?

The price for a consultation at the Helios Medical Center starts at 900 hryvnias per appointment.

What conditions does the surgeon treat?

General surgery includes the treatment of hernias, appendicitis, tumors, inflammatory processes, abscesses, injuries, and other pathologies requiring surgical intervention.

Does the surgeon perform laparoscopic surgery?

Yes, the medical center performs modern laparoscopic surgeries. This surgical method is less traumatic and promotes faster recovery.

What happens during the initial consultation with the surgeon?

During the appointment, the doctor will conduct an examination, analyze your complaints, review your test results, and may prescribe additional tests and determine the treatment strategy—conservative therapy or surgery.

What tests are necessary before surgery?

Before surgery, laboratory tests, ultrasound, ECG, anesthesiologist consultation, and other tests are prescribed as indicated.

Is same-day inpatient treatment possible?

Yes, many surgeries are performed on an inpatient basis. one day. The patient undergoes treatment and returns home on the day of surgery in a stable condition.