Academic Medical Excellence

When the stakes are high, precision and compassion make all the difference.

At UNC General and Acute Care Surgery Clinic, complex surgical cases find their home among world-class specialists, cutting-edge technology, and a team that treats every patient as though they were family.

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Surgeons in a modern operating room at UNC Chapel Hill

30+

Years of Practice

Tier 1

Trauma Center

Academic

Medical Center

About Our Clinic

Rooted in UNC's legacy of surgical innovation

Clean, modern clinic interior at UNC Chapel Hill

A tradition of excellence in general and acute care surgery

UNC General and Acute Care Surgery Clinic has been a cornerstone of surgical care in Chapel Hill for decades. As part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill — one of the nation's premier academic medical centers — our clinic combines the depth of academic medicine with the warmth of a community practice.

Our surgeons are fellowship-trained, board-certified specialists who manage everything from elective procedures to time-critical acute surgical emergencies. Whether you're facing a planned operation or arriving through our Level 1 Trauma Center, you can expect a care team that is as thorough in its planning as it is decisive in its execution.

Board-certified faculty surgeons

Level 1 Trauma Center

Minimally invasive techniques

Comprehensive perioperative care

What We Treat

Comprehensive surgical care for the whole abdomen and beyond

From routine procedures to the most complex acute cases, our team delivers precise, evidence-based surgical solutions tailored to each patient.

Acute Abdominal Surgery

Rapid diagnosis and surgical intervention for appendicitis, bowel obstruction, perforated viscus, and other time-sensitive abdominal emergencies — available around the clock.

General Surgical Procedures

Comprehensive care including hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast procedures, and soft tissue masses with a minimally invasive approach whenever possible.

Trauma & Critical Care

As part of UNC's Level 1 Trauma Center, we provide immediate surgical evaluation and management for blunt and penetrating trauma, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Pre-Operative Evaluation

Thorough risk assessment and optimization before surgery, ensuring each patient understands their procedure, recovery expectations, and individualized care plan.

Post-Operative & Wound Care

Dedicated follow-up and wound management to support healing, prevent complications, and ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home recovery.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Seamless coordination with oncology, gastroenterology, radiology, and other specialties at UNC Health to deliver integrated, whole-patient care.

The UNC Difference

Why patients and referring physicians choose us

Our reputation is built on a foundation of academic rigor, clinical excellence, and an unwavering commitment to every person who walks through our doors.

Academic Medicine at Its Best

Every case benefits from the collective knowledge of a top-ranked medical school. Our surgeons participate in ongoing research, clinical trials, and continuous quality improvement — so you receive care informed by the latest evidence.

Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery

Where clinically appropriate, we favor laparoscopic and robotic approaches — leading to smaller incisions, less post-operative pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster return to normal activities.

Coordinated, Patient-Centered Care

From your first call to full recovery, our team communicates clearly and consistently. You'll never feel like a chart number — you'll be treated with the dignity, respect, and attention you deserve.

Trusted by Referring Physicians

Primary care providers, emergency physicians, and specialists across the Triangle and beyond refer to us because they know we deliver thorough evaluations, timely interventions, and clear communication at every step.