Clinical Component

Navigating the Clinical Component

A Seamless Blend of Scope and Surgery

Your clinical practice at Elbert Memorial Hospital offers a fulfilling blend of endoscopic and traditional surgery, matching your skills while maintaining work-life balance. As the sole general surgeon, you'll enjoy a manageable case volume and a supportive infrastructure that minimizes administrative burden.

Patients are seen at Lake Russell Specialty Healthcare Services, where a team of LPNs and MAs ensures a smooth daily rhythm. The ED staff works proactively to coordinate appropriate surgical cases, so your time is focused on meaningful interventions. With modern tools including a Stryker 4K Tower, 1.5T MRI, and high-slice CT, you’ll deliver excellent care with confidence and efficiency.

  • Serve a diverse patient population needing both Endoscopy and General Surgery
  • Annual volume: 450–600 procedures including:
    • EGDs, Colonoscopies
    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy and Cholecystectomy
    • Hernia Repairs, Lesion/Cyst Removals
  • Call is phone-only and infrequent; emergencies are stabilized or transferred
  • EMRs: AthenaHealth in clinic (remote access) and CPSI in hospital (staff-supported)
  • Robust support team: Experienced surgical techs, CRNA coverage, anesthesiologist available for ortho cases
  • No local GI provider—expand and lead Endoscopy care in the community

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