A Physician Assistant in General Surgery
Gabrielle Stenson is a physician assistant who works closely with surgeons to provide comprehensive care before, during and after surgery. She assists in evaluating and managing patients with a wide range of surgical needs, helping to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Services she provides include:
- Assisting in surgical procedures
- Conducting physical exams
- Educating patients and families about surgical procedures, recovery and preventive care
- Managing postsurgical care and follow-up visits
- Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Prescribing medications
- Retrieving a patient’s medical history
- Wound care, suturing and dressing changes
As a member of the general surgery team, Gabrielle assists with a wide range of procedures, including:
- Abdominal surgery
- Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy
- Gall bladder disorder treatments
- Gastrointestinal surgery
- Hemorrhoid removal
- Hernia repair
- Melanoma removal
- Trauma surgery
Speaks: English