A minimally invasive procedure using small incisions and a camera for abdominal surgery with quicker recovery.
Appendectomy
The surgical removal of the appendix to treat appendicitis, commonly performed with minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.
Gallbladder Removal
A surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder, often done due to gallstones, utilizing laparoscopic or open surgery.
Cancer Surgeries
Surgeries involving the removal of tumors or affected tissues, thereby aiming to eradicate cancer cells and prevent the spread of affected areas.
Trauma Surgery
The treatment of trauma wounds (caused by one-time events such as accidents, violent attacks, natural disasters, etc.,) involves cleaning, closing, and dressing to promote healing and prevent infections.
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419 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, NY 14048
Phone: 716-672-2000
Fax: 716-363-2172
Abdul Shahzad, MD
Abdul R. Shahzad, MD, FACS, FCCWS, CWS, joined LEMS as general surgeon in the spring of 2021. Dr. Shahzad earned his medical degree in the Dominican Republic, with honors, and, as the youngest student to graduate in 1983. He completed a residency in general surgery at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, Bronx, NY.
As a practicing surgeon for over 40 years, with a clinical focus in general and laparoscopic surgery and trauma wound care, he brings years of specialization in laparoscopic appendectomy and gallbladder surgeries, and cancer surgeries. Prior experience includes practical and teaching experience at a level one trauma center.
Dr. Shahzad served as director of surgery at Ellenville Regional Hospital, NY, a rural healthcare network. Prior to that, in his role as chief of surgery at Catskill Regional Medical Center, Dr. Shahzad’s department was recognized by Healthgrades for three consecutive years with a five-star rating in appendix and gallbladder surgery outcomes in New York state.
419 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, NY 14048
Phone: 716-672-2000
Fax: 716-363-2172
Joe Askar, MD
From a very young age, Joe Askar has had a passion for helping people. His natural tendency for compassion, his mother’s influence and his academic excellence all contributed to his decision to become a doctor. And after nearly 35 years in medicine, he can’t imagine being anything else — unless, he says, only half joking — he could be a professional golfer.
He came to the Dunkirk-Fredonia area in 1997 and quickly established his private practice with surgical privileges at Brooks Memorial Hospital. For over 27 years he has lived in and served northern Chautauqua County residents, developed a sustained and loyal partnership with patients, and practiced in the context of family and community.
Dr. Askar received his Doctor of Medicine Degree at St. Joseph University School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon and completed residencies in: thoracic surgery at Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Ma., and general surgery at the New York Medical College at Stamford Hospital, in Stamford, CT.
His specialties include: Colonoscopy, EGD, Appendectomy and Gall Bladder Removal, Abdominal, Hernia Repair, Mediport and Breast Surgeries (cancer, lumpectomy, aspiration). He is excited to be a part of a group practice with other medical providers who share the same.
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