Sentara Surgery Specialists
General Surgery • Norfolk, VA • Since 1888 • 1 (Leigh location) locations
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Sentara Surgery Specialists – Leigh in Norfolk is part of Sentara Healthcare, a non-profit system serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida. Key details: - Scope: 12 acute care hospitals; four medical groups; about 1.2 million health plan members across three states. - Leigh Hospital: Sentara Leigh Hospital is one of Sentara’s facilities where surgical services and patient care are provided. - Leadership and operations: Sentara lists executive leadership (including CEO Linda B. O’Neil and Chief Medical Officers for Sentara facilities) and multiple administrative roles supporting patient care and safety. - Locations: Headquarters at 1300 Sentara Park, Virginia Beach, VA; additional offices in Norfolk, VA. - Notable current highlights: 2026 Healthcare Equality Index “High Performers” recognition for all Virginia and North Carolina hospitals; ongoing emphasis on nursing, patient care, and financial strategy. If you’re looking for specific details about Sentara Surgery Specialists at Leigh (such as services offered, surgeons, or appointment info), I can pull that from the site or provide contact points.
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FAQs
What services does Sentara Surgery Specialists Leigh offer?
General, thoracic, colon-rectal, breast and oncological surgical services; physicians are board-certified fellows of the American College of Surgeons.
Does the location offer genetic counseling?
Yes, this location offers the services of a certified genetic counselor with Sentara Cancer Genetics Services.
What is the affiliation of Sentara Surgery Specialists physicians?
Physicians regularly publish in national medical journals, speak at conferences, and are on the faculty of Eastern Virginia Medical School, teaching medical students, residents and surgical fellows.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Sentara Official Website: 4.6 out of 5
- Healthgrades (Hospital-wide): 76% patient recommendation rate (Sentara Leigh Hospital context) (Not specified for practice specifically)
Patients praise
- Attentive and caring staff
- Professional and knowledgeable physicians
- Clear explanations of care and recovery plans
- Compassionate patient-centered approach
- Highly recommended by many patients
Common complaints
- Some patients may experience typical hospital-related concerns regarding communication or wait times, though specific widespread complaints for this practice are not prominent.
"Dr. James Synder and his entire staff has been literally life-saving. They are attentive and listen well. They answer all my questions and address my internet [concerns]."
- Yelp Review"She's a very good, caring, and attentive friendly doctor... Kara is very knowledgeable, and caring. She made me feel important."
- Healthgrades Review for Dr. Kara FriendSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Rebecca B Martin, M.D. practices Surgery - Sentara - Jan 22, 2026
- SENTARA LEIGH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER - Yelp - Jul 9, 2026
- Sentara Anesthesiology Specialists - Leigh - Feb 17, 2026
- Meet Dr. Adam Goldstein, a general surgeon offering expert care - Dec 16, 2025
- Morris J. Fendley, MD - General Surgery - Sentara - Apr 6, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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