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Dr. Brian Pickens, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Brian Pickens, MD
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Dr. Brian Pickens, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Gainesville, FL.
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Dr. Brian Pickens, MD

General Surgery* Age 52
Gainesville, FL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Brian Pickens, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Gainesville, FL.

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Dr. Brian Pickens, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Gainesville, FL and has 27 years experience. They graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1997 and completed a residency at University of Florida.They currently practice at HCA Florida Gainesville Surgical Group and are affiliated with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital. Dr. Pickens has experience treating conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones and Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Pickens received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 47 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Pickens is board certified in General Surgery.

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Breast Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Hemorrhoids
Hidradenitis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Cancer
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Biopsy of Breast
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Cholangiocarcinoma
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroparesis
Hernia
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Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Jejunum Cancer
Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Male Breast Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia with Gangrene
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Cancer Surgery
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 HCA Florida Gainesville Surgical Group
    1143 NW 64th Ter Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32605
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pickens
4.3
Based on 47 Reviews
5 Stars (36)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Dec 31, 2023
Best surgen ever. Great staff. They are all very compassionate and professional
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Florida College of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Florida
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Florida
    2002
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Pickens, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pickens' profile.

Dr. Pickens frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones and Inguinal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Brian Pickens, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Brian Pickens, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

    6500 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL