Sentara Surgery Specialists

General Surgery • Norfolk, VA • Since 1888 • 1 (Leigh location) locations

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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.

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Clinic Type

General Surgery

Address

Sentara Surgery Specialists Leigh location

Phone

Fax: 757-962-5610

Email

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday : 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Website

https://www.sentara.com/hospitalslocations/sentara-surgery-specialists/locations/sentara-surgery-specialists-leigh

Services Offered

General surgery
Thoracic surgery
Colon-rectal surgery
Breast surgery
Oncological surgical services
General, thoracic, colon-rectal, breast and oncological surgical services (as described)
Genetic counseling (Sentara Cancer Genetics Services)
Education and teaching activities (faculty at Eastern Virginia Medical School)

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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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 Friend

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].