The outgoing Surgeon General urged Americans to realign their lives in order to be healthier and more fulfilled.

The U.S. surgeon general holds a position of immense responsibility — serving as the nation’s leading spokesperson on public health matters and overseeing the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned ...

Even relatively straightforward surgeries like gallbladder removal or hernia repair can sometimes cause serious complications, so you always want to be in good surgical hands. But the surgeon—and ...

Getting nervous as the big day approaches? You'll feel more relaxed if you meet with your surgeon beforehand to get your questions answered. They can tell you what to expect and explain how to prepare ...

A cardiac surgeon is a type of cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in operating on the heart, its valves and structures, and the important veins and arteries near it. General cardiothoracic ...

When something goes awry during surgery, national guidelines recommend doctors and hospitals make a full disclosure to the patient and their family members. A new survey of surgeons in 12 specialty ...