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Russell Gornichec, MD, General Surgery, Hot Springs, AR

RussellSGornichecMD

General Surgery Hot Springs, AR

Weight Loss Center of Arkansas

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  • Office

    501 W Grand Ave
    Hot Springs, AR 71901
    Phone+1 501-781-0772
    Fax+1 501-781-4000

Summary

  • Began performing weight loss procedures in 1999 during residency at Baylor, Dallas. Began performing gastric bypass laparoscopically in 2003. Began utilizing robotic assistance in 2010. Began performing single site robotic assistance for GB removal in 2013.

Education & Training

  • Baylor University Medical Center
    Baylor University Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1994 - 1999
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolClass of 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • AR State Medical License
    AR State Medical License 2013 - 2026
  • OK State Medical License
    OK State Medical License 2000 - 2025
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2016 - 2019
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1997 - 2003

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Oklahoma Magazine Castle Connolly, 2012-2013
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Allscripts Enterprise EHR, Allscripts, 2012
  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Professional Memberships