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Dr. Joseph Wasselle, MD

General Surgery*
3.5 (22)
Map Pin Small Melbourne, FL
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Joseph Wasselle, MD

Dr. Joseph Wasselle, MD is a Surgeon in Melbourne, FL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne Regional Medical Center and Sebastian River Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Wasselle an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Wasselle works at SMG General Surgery, Melbourne in Melbourne, FL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Wasselle's Office Locations

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    SMG General Surgery, Melbourne
    240 N Wickham Rd Ste 311, Melbourne, FL 32935 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (321) 752-1660

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  • Holmes Regional Medical Center
  • Melbourne Regional Medical Center
  • Sebastian River Medical Center

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Breast Cancer
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Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Hyperparathyroidism
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Lymphedema
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Osteosarcoma
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
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Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
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Spider Veins
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Thyroid Cancer
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Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bunion Surgery
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Carotid Ultrasound
Colon Surgery
Colostomy
Cystectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Surgery
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Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia and Hydrocele Repair
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroid Surgery
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Proctectomy
Pyloromyotomy
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
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Renal Transplant
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Splenectomy
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Thyroid Biopsy
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vagotomy
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Wedge Resection Colon
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1245295898
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University South Fla
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Vascular Surgery
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    Dr. Wasselle works at SMG General Surgery, Melbourne in Melbourne, FL. View the full address on Dr. Wasselle’s profile.

    22 patients have reviewed Dr. Wasselle. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Wasselle.

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