Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Cholecystectomy near Alexandria, LA

Care Philosophy: Surgery Rapides Regional Physician Group surgeons provide trauma surgery, critical care surgery, general surgery, and oncological surgery. Procedures performed in our offices include: skin biopsies or excision of skin lesions, minor laceration repair

Biography: Dr. Meyer Kaplan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Alexandria, LA. He is 66 years old. Dr. Meyer Kaplan, MD is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits.Matthew Linger, M.D., is a trauma surgeon located in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Linger practices critical care medicine, trauma surgery and general surgery at Rapides Regional Medical Center as part of the Rapides Regional Trauma Center and Rapides Regional Physician Group.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Nicholas Harris, M.D., is a trauma and general surgeon located in Alexandria, La. Dr. Harris practices critical care medicine at Rapides Regional Medical Center as part of the Rapides Regional Trauma Center and Rapides Regional Physician Group.

Biography: Dr. Abigail Morris, M.B. is a dedicated and skilled general surgeon at Rapides Surgical Specialists. Dr. Morris completed her training in the General Surgery (Categorical) residency program at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Hospitals. Her journey in medicine began with an extensive education and training process that has equipped her with a robust foundation in surgical care. Dr. Morris initially pursued her medical education at the University of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica, where she earned both a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and a Bachelor of Medical Sciences degree. Following her medical school graduation in June 2015, Dr. Morris embarked on her residency training in General Surgery. She completed her Preliminary PGY1 year at Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School Program in June 2019. Subsequently, she continued her General Surgery training at the same institution as a Categorical resident from July 2019 to June 2021. Dr. Morris went on to advance her skills and expand her expertise at UTMB Hospitals since July 2021. Dr. Morris's journey reflects a profound commitment to the field of surgery, underscoring her dedication to patient care and her ongoing pursuit of advanced surgical techniques and knowledge.

Biography: Dr. Dave Rayburn, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Pineville, LA. He is 67 years old. Dr. Dave Rayburn, MD is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Biography: Tayyaba Malik, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Rapides Heart and Vascular Specialists. Dr. Malik completed her residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. With a robust educational background and a passion for advancing surgical care, Dr. Malik has built a strong foundation in both general and specialized surgery. She began her medical training at the Aga Khan University School of Medicine in Karachi, Pakistan, where she earned her medical degree and actively contributed as a Teaching Associate in the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences. Her time at Aga Khan University laid the groundwork for her commitment to excellence in patient care and education.Following her graduation, Dr. Malik completed a General Surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where she honed her surgical skills and developed a comprehensive understanding of surgical techniques and patient management. Her expertise in the field is complemented by her residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery, where she gained invaluable experience in complex procedures and innovative treatments.Dr. Malik is passionate about advancing the field of cardiothoracic surgery and is dedicated to providing her patients with the highest level of care.