Surgical Specialties

Wyoming Surgical Associates is the premier choice for local care with expertise in general and colorectal surgeries. Our in-house team of skilled surgeons and medical staff provide personal care and individualized treatment, meaning our patients receive high-quality care that is personal to their specific surgical needs. At Wyoming Surgical Associates, our patients are our priority in every surgical specialty we provide.

Providing surgical specialties and high-quality care right here in Casper means you don’t have to travel for the treatment you need. Our practice is home to four surgeons backed by years of expertise and advanced training, so you don’t need to travel for an experienced and compassionate surgeon.

Surgical Specialties

General surgery is a vital medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions requiring surgical care. At Wyoming Surgical Associates, common general surgery procedures often involve the abdomen, digestive tract, breast, skin, and soft tissues. Our doctors have extensive surgical expertise, and our proud to provide general surgery care in Casper, Wyoming. We are dedicated to delivering advanced treatment with surgical precision and compassionate care for their patients.

A general surgeon is trained in preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, managing an array of conditions that may include colorectal surgery, hernia repair, appendectomies, and gallbladder removal, just to name a few. Our specialists also understand the importance of our patients feeling prepared for surgery, and address post-surgery mental health and long-term recovery steps to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Whether you’re seeking information or looking for the best general surgery in Wyoming, our surgeons combine knowledge, precision, and care to help patients heal and recover with confidence.

A comprehensive list of the general surgeries WSA offers:

  • Breast: Surgery for benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) lesions.
  • Hernia Repair: Laparoscopic (minimally invasive) and open surgery for inguinal, incisional, ventral, and other types of abdominal wall hernias.
  • Gall Bladder: Laparoscopic and open surgery to remove infected or poorly functioning gallbladders.
  • Endocrine: Surgery to remove thyroid, parathyroid, or adrenal glands for benign and malignant conditions.
  • Gastrointestinal cancers: Laparoscopic, robotic and open surgery for cancers of the stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and anus.
  • Gastrointestinal conditions: Laparoscopic, robotic and open surgery for benign conditions like reflux, GRED, or diverticulitis.
  • Endoscopic procedures: Upper endoscopy (EGD) and lower endoscopy (colonoscopy).
  • Spleen: Laparoscopic and open surgery for a variety of blood disorders and other conditions.
  • Skin and soft tissue lesions: Office-based or surgical removal of skin cancers or other growths.
  • Port placement: Placement of port for a variety of cancer or non-cancerous conditions.
  • Trauma and acute care surgery: Surgical management of all traumatic conditions and surgical emergencies. One surgeon for our group is always on call and available for emergencies at Wyoming Medical Center including patient transfers from around the state.
  • Thoracic surgery: Minimally invasive or open surgery for lung and chest wall diseases.

 

Colorectal surgery focuses on both surgical and non-surgical care for conditions affecting the lower digestive tract, including the colon, rectum, anus, and small intestines. This includes treatment for colorectal cancer and other digestive disorders. Dr Gough is experienced colorectal surgeon who work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans.

If you’re facing a condition that may require colorectal surgery, our team at Wyoming Surgical Associates, our surgeons are committed to guiding you through every step, from diagnosis to feeling prepared for surgery.