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Surgeons in St. Petersburg

We provide compassionate and effective surgical care. Additionally, many of our procedures can be performed with a minimally invasive approach. This lets you heal faster with reduced pain and scarring.






































About HCA Florida Pasadena Surgical Specialists

Palms Surgical Associates is now HCA Florida Pasadena Surgical Specialists. We specialize in the surgical treatments of digestive tract, hernias, cancer resection, endoscopic evaluation and wound care.

Surgical services we provide

Our doctors offer a range of surgery procedures, including general, colorectal, vascular, and thyroid surgery.

Our in-office procedures include skin biopsies, wound debridement, and abscess drainage.

Laparoscopic procedures

Our laparoscopic procedures include:

  • Appendectomy
  • Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
  • Hernia repairs
  • Intestinal resection (colon)

We also offer a variety of robotic procedures, including hernia repairs and treatments for the kidneys, gallbladder, liver and bile ducts.

Hospital procedures

If a more complex procedure is required, we will provide you with treatment at HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital. These procedures include:

  • Abdominal surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Breast surgery
  • Closure or revision of colostomy
  • Colon and rectal cancer surgery
  • Colon resection for diverticulitis
  • Complex and recurrent incisional hernia repair
  • Esophageal and stomach surgery
  • Hemorrhoid surgery
  • Intestinal obstruction
  • Kidney dialysis access
  • Lymph node biopsy or dissection
  • Partial mastectomy (lumpectomy)
  • Skin and nipple sparing mastectomy
  • Temporal artery biopsy
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
  • Venous access port insertion

Patient resources

Patient care is our first priority, and we're committed to making your experience as convenient as possible. Learn more about the resources available to our patients.

Health Portal
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Patients rights and responsibilities
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