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Dr. Michael Foster, MD

General Surgery* Age 67
Dr. Michael Foster, MD
3.9 (21 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Foster, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Olive Branch, MS.
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Dr. Michael Foster, MD

General Surgery* Age 67
Olive Branch, MS
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. Michael Foster, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Olive Branch, MS.

About

Dr. Michael Foster, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Olive Branch, MS and has 36 years experience. They graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto. Dr. Foster has experience treating conditions like Lipomas and Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Foster received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Foster is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lipomas
Inguinal Hernia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Lipomas
Inguinal Hernia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Lipomas
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Inguinal Hernia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Breast Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bunion Surgery
Colectomy
Colostomy
Cystotomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    5036 Goodman Rd Ste 116, Olive Branch, MS 38654
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  2. 2 Office
    363 Southcrest Cir Ste 202, Southaven, MS 38671
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  3. 3 Office
    965 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 315, Memphis, TN 38120
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3.9
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Patient Reviews
Feb 09, 2023
I had my gallbladder removed in January and the surgery went extremely well. Dr. Foster is kind, honest and a great surgeon. I healed well and was back to work without any complications in 2 weeks. Fantastic job and thanks for taking such great care of me.
Trina — Feb 09, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Foster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Foster's profile.

Dr. Foster frequently treats the following conditions: Lipomas and Inguinal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Foster, MD is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto.

Yes, Dr. Michael Foster, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, Southaven, MS