Kenneth E. Harper, MD, FACS, RPVI

Surgeon

Dr. Kenneth E. Harper is a Surgeon in Macon, GA with special training and skill in performing surgical procedures within a wide variety of specialties. As a Surgeon, Kenneth E. Harper, MD, FACS, RPVI, RPhS performs surgical operations to prevent or remedy illness, injury, or dysfunction relating to patient anatomy. Surgery is a medical specialty focusing on surgical operations performed as emergency or elective procedures. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Surgeons include appendicitis, heart disease, pancreatitis, traumatic injury, cancer, congenital birth defect, oral disease or dysfunction, gallbladder disease, kidney stones, chronic back, neck, or joint pain, chronic sinus infection, brain disorders, and eye injury or illness. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Surgeons include laboratory testing, surgical procedures, post-operative care, patient education, anesthesia administration, and pre-and post-operative medication prescription.

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Peripheral Vascular Surgeon

Cardiovascular Surgeon

Dr. Kenneth E. Harper is a Cardiovascular Surgeon in Macon, GA with special training and skill in repairing cardiovascular damage and dysfunction. As a Cardiovascular Surgeon, Kenneth E. Harper, MD, FACS, RPVI, RPhS performs invasive surgeries, minimally invasive surgeries, and robot-assisted procedures. Cardiovascular Surgery is heart and blood vessel surgery. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cardiovascular Surgeons include arrhythmia, heart valve disorders, and cardiac arrest. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cardiovascular Surgeons include coronary artery bypass, ventricular assist device implantation, heart valve replacement, and heart transplants.

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  Doctor of Medicine (MD)

  Medical College of Georgia - Augusta University (Jan ’79)

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  Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society - Bachelor of Medical Biology (BMedBiol)

  Georgia College (Jan ’75)

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  Member of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society / American College of Phlebology

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  Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

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  Member of the American College of Surgeons

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  Member of the American Medical Association

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• Member of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons

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• Member of the Bibb County Medical Society

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  Member of the Medical Association of Georgia

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• Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Plan of Georgia, Inc.

• Cigna Healthcare [Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company]

• Coventry Health Care of Georgia, Inc. [Aetna Health Inc., a Georgia Corp]

• Humana [Humana Insurance Company]

• TriCare

• UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company