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General Surgery Services at UPMC Altoona

The skilled board-certified surgeons at UPMC Altoona provide a wide range of high-quality, patient-centered inpatient, outpatient, and same-day surgical services, including minimally invasive (laparoscopic) and robotic procedures.

Our general surgeons provide care for a variety of conditions, both benign or cancerous, particularly those affecting the abdomen, digestive organs, and skin.

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General Surgeries Provided at UPMC Altoona

Our expert team of general surgeons and staff perform surgeries for:

  • Abscesses, fissures, and fistulas.
  • Anal incontinence.
  • Anal rectal pain.
  • Anti-reflux.
  • Appendix diseases.
  • Bowel obstructions.
  • Cancers.
  • Colon diseases.
  • Crohn’s disease.
  • Diverticular disease.
  • Gallbladder diseases.
  • Hemorrhoids.
  • Hernias.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease.
  • Large bowel diseases.
  • Lesions and cysts.
  • Liver diseases.
  • Pancreatic diseases.
  • Polyps.
  • Rectal prolapse.
  • Small bowel diseases.
  • Stomach diseases.
  • Tumors, benign and cancerous.
  • Ulcerative colitis.

Arrival

Upon entering our lobby, you'll notice that we've gone to great lengths to make you feel at home. Our receptionist at the front desk will greet you and then you will proceed to the private registration area.

Registration is quick and easy. Once you're finished, you and your family or support person can relax in our waiting area. This comfortable area features plush chairs, televisions, and a playroom for children.

Before surgery

As surgery time draws near, a nurse will call you and your family back to the preoperative area. There, you'll meet the admitting nurse and various members of the anesthesia team for the admission process and assessment. While you're being prepared for surgery, our operating room staff is preparing for your procedure, as well.

When it's time for surgery, you'll meet with a circulating nurse and nurse anesthetist dressed in scrubs and wearing caps. They will escort you to the operating room while your family or guest returns to the waiting area.

In the operating room

You won't remember much of the OR, but rest assured that your surgical procedure will be performed by exceptional health care professionals using high-tech equipment and procedures.

The Surgery Center's six state-of-the-art operating rooms are equipped with the most current medical technologies to provide our surgeons with all the tools needed to make your procedure faster, less invasive, and more comfortable.

Recovery

After surgery, you'll be moved to a postoperative room to meet your family or support persons. Once you're awake, able to drink something, and have been checked for pain control, a nurse will help you get ready for discharge.

You'll be given specific instructions on how to take care of yourself at home and what medications to take (if any). If you've come with another family member or friend and you want them to help you, make sure they hear the instructions too. Feel free to ask the staff if you are unsure about anything.

The day after surgery, one of our staff members will call to double-check on your progress. It's important to let us know if you're experiencing any problems or complications.

A few weeks after your procedure, you may receive a call asking you to rate your satisfaction with your Surgery Center visit. As our valued patient, we want you to be able to rate every aspect of your experience with us — from your safety to your clinical care, room environment, diagnostic testing, and operative procedures — to be excellent.

Your opinion counts and knowing what you think helps us continue to provide the quality care you deserve.

Our Locations

Altoona

UPMC Altoona Blair Surgical Associates
Station Medical Center
1414 9th Ave., Horseshoe Curve Suite
Altoona, PA 16602

814-943-4937

UPMC Altoona Surgical Associates
620 Howard Ave., Suite F
Altoona, PA 16601

814-889-7500

Bedford

Bedford Surgical Services
195 Memorial Dr., Suite 1
Bedford, PA 15522
814-942-6038

Everett

UPMC Altoona Cove Surgical Associates
195 Memorial Dr., Suite 1
Everett, PA 15537

814-623-1137

Roaring Spring

102 Hillcrest Dr.
Roaring Spring, PA 16673

814-224-2215