​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​General Surgery team at The Christ Hospital 

When you or a family member need surgery, you can be confident you’re getting the most advanced care possible at The Christ Hospital Health Network. Our team of board-certified surgeons works with a specially trained staff that included nurses and other care providers dedicated to improving your health and wellness.

We offer surgical treatment  for a wide range of conditions including appendectomy, hernia repair, gallbladder removal and soft tissue biopsy. Our team has extensive expertise in traditional and minimally invasive options to tailor your care to your individual needs and condition.

Schedule an appointment by calling 513-585-2062 for a consultation with one of our surgical experts. Or ask your primary care doctor for a referral

Physicians

5 of of 5 Stars 237 Ratings David R. Fischer, MD Surgery, General The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 308 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Laparoscopic Surgery, Robotic-Assisted Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Gallbladder Removal See all View Profile View Locations (2) Practice Details Schedule Online Accepting New Patients Offers Online Scheduling Current patients only

4.8 of of 5 Stars 86 Ratings Mohammad S. Gerdvisheh, MD Surgery, General The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 242 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic-Assisted Surgery, Complex Hernia Repair, Surgery of the Intestine See all View Profile View Locations (3) Practice Details Schedule Online Accepting New Patients Offers Online Scheduling Current patients only

View Video Spotlight 5 of of 5 Stars 132 Ratings Jonathan W. Schilling, MD Surgery, General The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 242 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Advanced Wound Care, Breast Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Ulcerative Colitis See all View Profile View Locations (3) Practice Details Schedule Online Accepting New Patients Offers Online Scheduling Current patients only

4.9 of of 5 Stars 80 Ratings Steven S. Weber, MD Surgery, General The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 242 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Advanced Wound Care, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery See all View Profile View Locations (2) Practice Details Schedule Online Accepting New Patients Offers Online Scheduling Current patients only

Advanced Practice Providers

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is the generally accepted term for Nurse Practitioners, Physician's Assistants, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Nurse Midwives. Some APPs see patients independently or with a physician in the office and/or hospital setting. 

Barbara G. Ackerman, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery 2139 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-1048 39.126983 -84.516133 View Profile View Locations (1) Practice Details

Amy E. Bates, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 308 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 View Profile View Locations (1) Practice Details Accepting New Patients

Melonie Bramel, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 308 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Gastric (lap) Band Removal and Adjustment, Skin Abscess Incision and Drainage (I&D) View Profile View Locations (4) Practice Details Accepting New Patients

Mary K. Haverbusch, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery 2139 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-1048 39.126983 -84.516133 View Profile View Locations (1) Practice Details

Brandy J. Kramer, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - General Surgery Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 242 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 Areas of Interest Lipoma and Cyst Excision, Skin Abscess Incision and Drainage (I&D) View Profile View Locations (3) Practice Details Schedule Online Accepting New Patients Offers Online Scheduling Current patients only

Elizabeth M. Lim, PA-C Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - Surgical Oncology Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave, Suite 108 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 564-5000 39.1211546 -84.510667 View Profile View Locations (3) Practice Details Accepting New Patients

Rebecca K. Parks, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital - Inpatient Transplant Primary Location The Christ Hospital 2139 Auburn Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2493 39.1208511 -84.5085607 View Profile View Locations (1) Accepting New Patients

Rachel S. Steele, CNP Specialized Surgical Services The Christ Hospital Physicians - Surgical Oncology Primary Location The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building 2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 308 Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 585-2062 39.1211546 -84.510667 View Profile View Locations (1)