LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near North Charleston, SC

Care Philosophy: We understand the vital importance of providing supportive, detailed care to our patients and are dedicated to improving their health and supporting an effective recovery.

Biography: Dr. Tochukwu Onyekwelu is a general surgeon with a background in robotic surgery and a broad spectrum of surgical diseases and trauma. He received his Doctor of Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina, and subsequently completed a post-doctoral residency in general surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern/Parkland. Prior to getting his MD, Dr. Onyekwelu earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing with honors from South Carolina State University. Dr. Onyekwelu is passionate about collaborative care with an emphasis on shared decision making.

Care Philosophy: I will always abide by the standard of care and practice evidence-based medicine/surgery. I will personalize your care plan to your particular problem or injury by integrating your underlying medical conditions, functional status and support system into decision making. I enjoy the challenge of dealing with complex, critically ill patients. I value the personal relationships I develop with my patients and their families in the hospital and clinic. I vow to deliver excellent, comprehensive preoperative, operative and post-operative care. I will work hard, be upfront and honest, and always provide you and your family with realistic expectations and outcomes. In return, I expect the same from you, the patient, in the recovery process.

Biography: Dr. Martin Hardy, DO is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Charleston, SC. He is 41 years old and has been practicing for 11 years. Dr. Martin Hardy, DO is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Borowicz focuses to make his patients feel comfortable and understand their care needs. This allows the patients to feel empowered to make a combined, educated decision on their health because Dr. Borowicz believes each patient should be treated the way he would like to be treated.

Care Philosophy: As a second generation surgeon, I was fortunate to have been exposed to the wisdom and experience of my father, mentor and friend, Dr D.W. Timms, who exhibited the best in the art and science of medicine and surgery. I believe in the importance of patient care as my first priority, with dedication to the patient and the particular problem that they bring to my attention. I will always place the care of my patients above all other concerns.