Laparoscopic Appendectomy near Las Vegas, NV

Biography: Dr. Nicholas Fiore, MD is a Pediatric Surgery Specialist who practices in Las Vegas, NV. He is 61 years old. Dr. Nicholas Fiore, MD is affiliated with Sunrise Children's Hospital and Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Stefan N. Chock is a graduate of the University of California at Riverside. He earned his master's degree and doctor of medicine degree from Chicago Medical School. He completed his fellowship training in surgical, critical care and trauma at the University of Maryland Medical Center's prestigious Baltimore Schock Trauma Center.Dr. Chock's chosen field of trauma surgery and critical care medicine acknowledges his belief that all patients, no matter how critical the injury, should receive his full attention so that the patient's goal of recovery is realized. His patient and their family are his number one priority. Dr. Chock has conducted original research in the field and regularly presents his findings at medical conferences. He has shown his quest for more knowledge in the field of trauma medicine by participating in elective programs, some as far away as Thailand and as close to home as Pennsylvania. Dr. Chock is also proficient in advance foregut laparoscopic procedures. As an original member of the Desert Surgical Associates group, Dr. Chock helped to develop the trauma critical care program at Sunrise Hospital, and continues to be involved in changes to the program as new technology warrants. Making sure that he is well informed of new medical procedures and advances in trauma, critical care medicine, Dr. Chock is confident that all his patients will have quality service and excellent care.

Care Philosophy: Personalized patient care with emphasis on expedience and quality outcomes.

Biography: Dr. Kelly Kogut, MD is a Pediatric Surgery Specialist who practices in Las Vegas, NV. She is 60 years old. Dr. Kelly Kogut, MD is affiliated with Sunrise Children's Hospital and Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Pankaj Bhatnagar, also known as Dr. PK, is a dedicated, honest, and trustworthy provider who strives for excellence in patient care. It is his meticulous way that has earned him five stars among his patients and peers. With a love for education, he takes time to teach medical students, staff, and patients. He was presented with the best teacher award at Hahnemann University in Philadelphia in 1995, and has worked as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin from 2002-2007. He served as a Clinical Professor of Surgery at an Osteopathic College in Pikeville, Kentucky from 1999 to 2001. Dr. Bhatnagar received his medical degree from Maulana Azad Medical College, India and has been board certified since 1996. Dr. Bhatnagar has worked closely with Davita Dialysis and Kidney Specialists of Southern Nevada to provide patients with lifesaving access procedures. Davita's Dialysis group presented him with an award for exceptional work a few years ago. He opened his practice Advanced Laparoscopic and General Surgery of Nevada (ALGSN) in January 2008. He specializes in minimally invasive procedures including but not limited to, laparoscopic procedures, robotic surgeries, such as stomach and colon resection, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and TIF (Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication Procedure). Dr. PK is Board Certified with the American Board of Surgeons. He has more than 20 years of experience and is certainly a cut above the rest.

Biography: Dr. Chris Fisher is a pioneer of trauma care programs in the state of Nevada, being directly involved with the development of the Level II Trauma Center at Sunrise Hospital. His work in the field of trauma treatment of various types has garnered him teaching experience and presentation opportunities across the country.Dr. Fisher earned his Doctorate from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, did a fellowship in surgical critical care at the University of California SD. In addition he has trained at the prestigious Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA, and did his residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena. Dr. Fisher is extremely dedicated to his patients providing them with state of the art surgical techniques and treatment to assure the best outcome possible.

Biography: Dr. Peter Caravella, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Las Vegas, NV. He is 57 years old. Dr. Peter Caravella, MD is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center.