All General Surgery

Top-Rated General Surgery in San Francisco, CA

151 physicians

151 general surgery surgeons practicing in San Francisco — 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. Kelly Alexander

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Nelson Alphonso

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Michael Alvarado

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Terrence Aragoni

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Kjirsten Ayn Carlson Betz

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Marissa Boeck

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Tasce Bongiovanni

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Andries Braat

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Timothy Browder

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. William Bry

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Shane Burch

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Robert Bush

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Sarah Cairo

General Surgery

M.D., M.P.H.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Matthew Callaghan

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Jonathan Carter

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Julia Chandler

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Tammy Chang

General Surgery

M.D., PH.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Pawan Chansaenroj

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Yufei Chen

General Surgery

M.D.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

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Dr. Constance Chen

General Surgery

MD

SAN FRANCISCO, 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 Francisco, CA?

There are 151 general surgery physicians practicing in San Francisco, 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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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