All General Surgery

Top-Rated General Surgery in San Diego, CA

167 physicians

167 general surgery surgeons practicing in San Diego — with clinical reviews from the OR insiders who work with them. Find the right surgeon, or share your own experience to help patients and colleagues.

Dr. Benjamin Abbadessa

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. William Ardill

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Ava Armani

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Peter Attia

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Vadim Avulov

General Surgery

D.O.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. David Balch

General Surgery

MD

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Vishal Bansal

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Brian Barbick

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Ryan Barnes

General Surgery

D.O.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Bradley Bartos

General Surgery

MD

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Justin Beck

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Gary Bench

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Shawn Bench

General Surgery

MD

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Rodd Benfield

General Surgery

MD

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. David Bernstein

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. William Bertucci

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Jennifer Berumen

General Surgery

M.D

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Stephen Bickler

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Jeffrey Borut

General Surgery

D.O.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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Dr. Michael Bouvet

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN DIEGO, CA

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What to Look For in a General Surgery Surgeon

General surgeons are the backbone of any hospital's surgical program, handling everything from emergency appendectomies and hernia repairs to complex abdominal and oncologic operations. Many general surgeons develop a focus — minimally invasive, colorectal, breast, or trauma — so it is worth confirming that a surgeon regularly performs your specific procedure.

The OR teams who work alongside general surgeons closely know which ones combine technical excellence with the leadership and communication that make a great operating room. They see how a surgeon adapts when a laparoscopic case has to be converted to open, and how they treat the team during a long or difficult night.

When comparing general surgeons, weigh procedure-specific experience, comfort with minimally invasive and robotic approaches where appropriate, and the respect they earn from the staff around them. A surgeon trusted by their team is a strong signal of quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many general surgery physicians are listed in San Diego, CA?

There are 167 general surgery physicians practicing in San Diego, CA listed on Physician Signal, ranked by clinical reviews from verified healthcare professionals who have worked with them in the operating room.

How are general surgery surgeons in San Diego rated?

Each surgeon's Insight Score is the average of six clinical dimensions rated anonymously by the OR nurses, surgical techs, device reps, and fellow surgeons who work alongside them. The list is sorted to surface the most-reviewed physicians in San Diego first.

What procedures do general surgeons perform?

General surgeons handle a broad range of operations including hernia repair, gallbladder and appendix removal, and complex abdominal and oncologic procedures. Many sub-specialize, so confirm the surgeon regularly performs your specific procedure.

Who writes the reviews on Physician Signal?

Reviews come exclusively from verified healthcare professionals — surgeons, OR nurses, surgical techs, and medical device representatives — who have worked alongside the physician in a clinical setting. Every review is anonymous.

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