We provide a variety of general surgical procedures including gallbladder removal, hernia repairs, endoscopies, and other outpatient surgeries. If you are unsure whether your procedure is something we offer, give us a call and we can walk through it with you.

Our surgeon travels to multiple facilities throughout North Dakota. We partner with local healthcare providers so you can receive care close to home, often in the hospital or clinic you already know and trust. Our service locations include Towner County Medical Center, McKenzie County Health System, CHI St. Alexius in Carrington and Bismarck, and Jamestown Regional Hospital.

Scheduling typically starts with your primary care provider. Once a referral is made, we coordinate directly with you and your local clinic to find the soonest and most convenient option.

Yes. We believe in a team approach. You will continue working with your local provider, and we will keep them in the loop throughout the process—before, during, and after your surgery.

Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid. If you have specific questions about coverage, our billing team can help you understand your benefits.

Depending on the type of surgery you had and how your procedure went, you should expect some
discomfort during recovery. Pain and soreness are normal after surgery and should gradually
improve over time.

Yes. A small amount of clear, light pink, or honey-colored drainage from your incision can be
normal during the first few days after surgery. This drainage should gradually decrease. If the
drainage becomes thick, foul-smelling, yellow, green, or significantly increases, contact your
surgeon’s office.

Recovery times vary depending on the type and location of your surgery. Most patients can expect
recovery to take approximately 4–14 days. Patients undergoing a hemorrhoidectomy may require an
additional week or more for full recovery.

In most cases, yes. After 24–48 hours, it is generally safe to remove your dressing and shower unless
instructed otherwise by your surgeon. Allow water to gently run over the incision, avoid scrubbing
the area, and pat the area dry with a clean towel. Apply a clean dressing if needed.

Contact your surgeon’s office before your medication runs out to discuss your pain
management plan and determine whether additional medication or alternative treatments
are appropriate.

Instructions regarding your medications should be reviewed before you leave the hospital or surgery
center and included in your discharge paperwork. If you are unsure when to restart a medication,
contact your surgeon’s office for guidance.

It can be. Surgery, anesthesia, decreased activity, and pain medications can all contribute to
constipation. We encourage:
Drinking plenty of fluids, especially water.
Taking Over The Counter (OTC) stool softeners as recommended.
Walking as tolerated.
Monitoring for the ability to pass gas.
Contact your surgeon if constipation becomes severe or if you develop abdominal pain, bloating,
nausea, or vomiting or are not passing gas.

You will typically have at least one follow-up appointment with your surgeon before being
discharged from their care. The timing of your follow-up visit will depend on your procedure,
recovery progress, and any concerns that arise during healing.

Please contact your surgeon if you experience any of the following: After clinic hours go to urgent
care or Emergency Room.
Increasing pain that is not improving
Increasing redness around the incision
Changes in drainage, especially thick, foul-smelling, yellow, or green drainage
Opening of the incision
Fever greater than 101°F (38.3°C)
Increasing swelling or bruising several days after surgery
While some bruising, swelling, and discomfort are expected after surgery, worsening symptoms
should be brought to your surgeon’s attention promptly.

Healing takes time. Follow your post-operative instructions carefully, take medications as prescribed,
stay hydrated, and contact your surgical team with any questions or concerns. We are here to
support you throughout your recovery.