LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near Ocoee, FL

Biography: Dr. Frank Toub, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in New Smyrna Beach, FL. He is 69 years old and has been practicing for 43 years. Dr. Frank Toub, MD is affiliated with AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach.

Care Philosophy: Dan Tran, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with advanced fellowship training in minimally invasive surgery. Based in Tavares, he specializes in hernia repair, gallbladder removal, anti-reflux surgery, bowel resection and additional general surgery

Care Philosophy: My goal is to care for each patient as I would care for my family or friends, to provide the best possible healthcare honestly and practically.

Care Philosophy: As a bariatric and general surgeon, Dr. Birkedal believes it is important to treat patients the way he would treat his own wife and family. With compassion and understanding, he joins you in your journey to embrace a healthy lifestyle. He considers it a blessing, and his true calling, to care for you and help improve your health.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Wecowski is committed to providing his patients with the best surgical care available. He involves his patients in all aspects of care for the best possible outcomes.

Biography: Dr. Fahd Ali, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Orlando, FL. He is 49 years old and has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Fahd Ali, MD is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando.

Care Philosophy: Christopher J. Keeler, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon. A graduate of the University of Utah, Dr. Keeler earned his medical degree at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine before going on to complete a residency in general surgery at the Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, MI where he achieved the rank of Co-Chief Resident. Prior to joining AdventHealth, Dr. Keeler served as Chief of Surgery at Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston, OR.

Care Philosophy: Sebastian de la Fuente MD FACS is board certified in general surgery with special certification in advanced surgical oncology He specializes in surgical interventions for gastrointestinal liver and bile duct diseases as well as for benign pancreatic disorders pancreatic cancer sarcomas and melanomas One of Central Florida s most prominent surgical oncologists Dr de la Fuente directs the Hepato Pancreato Biliary Fellowship program and serves as Director of Research for the Surgical Residency program at AdventHealth in Orlando He is a graduate of the University of Salvador School of Medicine in Buenos Aires Argentina and of Duke University s general surgery residency program where he culminated his tenure as Chief Resident and undertook a research fellowship in gastrointestinal surgery He capped his medical training with a fellowship in surgical oncology at the H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute in Tampa

Care Philosophy: Michele Malit, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon. After graduating from the University of California at Berkeley, Dr. Malit received her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of New York Institute of Technology. She went on to complete a general surgery residency at Maimonides Medical Center where she achieved the rank of Chief Resident, and a colorectal surgery fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Dr. Malit is an active community volunteer and has contributed her musical talents to hospital events and charitable fundraisers as the lead singer of a band made up of medical colleagues. She is fluent in English and Tagalog.

Care Philosophy: Our medical practice is independently owned, so patients always know that decisions are made only with their best interests foremost in mind. Our surgeons are skilled, experienced and highly respected, available for consultation and second opinion in addition to performing surgery. What sets us apart? We're committed to providing excellent service - respectful, convenient, compassionate and attentive to your comfort and convenience. We will make all necessary appointments on your behalf for your medical needs. We take the time to get to know you - we're not just interested in what you need to have done. We'll review your medical history with you, closely examining your medical records and imaging studies and answering any questions you have before and after your procedure. We achieve excellent outcomes/results, safely and (important in today's environment) cost-effectively. We work with most major insurance providers and will take care of all necessary pre-approvals and paperwork. Our only agenda is your health and well-being. Our practice is focused entirely on surgery so you can be assured that no tests or referrals are financially motivated. Dr. Steinbaum believes in treating patients like members of his own family.