Multi-Specialty
Patient-Focused
Coordinated Care
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Expert Care
For more than two decades, patients throughout the Central Valley have relied upon and trusted Valley Surgical Specialists for our expertise, surgical skill and unique approach to patient care. We are board certified physicians offering a full-spectrum, multi-specialty surgical practice focusing on general, breast, vein, advanced laparoscopic and robotic, thoracic, oncologic, and elective surgeries. Importantly, all of our surgeons continue to receive additional training in their areas of expertise. -
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Patient-Focused Care
It is the foundation upon which our practice and reputation have been built. Focused solely on the needs of the patient, VSS has built a culture that puts patient care and the patient experience above all else. From making physicians and hospitalists available 24/7, including weekends and holidays, to ensuring consultations are never rushed and all your questions are fully answered, we pride ourselves on providing an excellent patient experience from the initial consultation, through surgery, and follow up. -
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Surgical Hospitalists
Surgical needs and emergencies are not predictable, but we most certainly are. Our surgical hospitalists ensure that emergency consultations and questions are addressed promptly. As part of your VSS team, we have on-staff surgical hospitalists, available at Community Medical Centers, a state-of-the-art area healthcare facility, who are invaluable in delivering a continuity of care and 24/7 coverage that allows us to be there for each and every one of our patients. -
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A Network Of Health
Should we feel that you would benefit from a referral to a tertiary care center, our contacts with major university programs allow us to facilitate timely consultation and provide the best patient care. Importantly, we are proud to be affiliated with Community Medical Centers and a member of the Santé Health Foundation, which is dedicated to educating and improving the overall health and well-being of our community.
General Surgery
VSS is the Central Valley’s leading group of board certified general surgeons with more than 100 years of combined experience in every aspect of general surgery.
Diseases of the Breast
Doctors Gumina and Gardikas are co-directors and founding board members of the renown Radin Breast Center.
Laparoscopic & Robotic Expertise
Employing minimally invasive technologies to provide the highest level of care and a speedy recovery.
Gallbladder
A common procedure, surgery to remove the gallbladder using robotic or open techniques, relieves pain and prevents future attacks.
Hernia
Addressing a tear in the wall of the abdomen, surgical hernia repair minimizes discomfort while helping you return to an active lifestyle.
Cancer Surgery
Decades of experience including but not limited to breast, colorectal, stomach, intestinal tract, skin, thoracic, thyroid, pancreatic and other cancers.
Thoracic Surgery
Focused on the treatment of the esophagus, rib cage and diaphragm.
Colo-Rectal Surgery
Using laparoscopy, we target and remove polyps, cancers, and address symptoms caused by diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Endocrine
Focusing on the thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas and adrenal glands for benign and malignant disease.
Pavilion Vein Center at VSS
One of the only venous specialists in the Central Valley, Dr. Gumina brings over 20 years of experience to the treatment of spider veins, varicose veins and venous leg ulcers.