General surgery is a medical specialty focused on a wide range of surgical procedures to treat diseases, injuries, and conditions affecting the body’s vital organs and structures. General surgeons are trained to perform surgeries involving the abdomen, digestive tract, skin, breast, soft tissues, and more. From appendectomies to hernia repairs, general surgeons provide essential surgical care that can be both life-saving and life-improving. The procedures are often minimally invasive, promoting faster recovery times and reduced scarring for patients.