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Dr. Melissa Lapinska, MD

Minimally Invasive Surgery*
5.0 (6)
Map Pin Small Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Melissa Lapinska, MD

Dr. Melissa Lapinska, MD is a Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN. They specialize in Minimally Invasive Surgery, has 19 years of experience. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. Dr. Lapinska, completed a residency at University Of Virginia Health System. Patients rated Dr. Lapinska an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Lapinska works at Practice in Knoxville, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. 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. Lapinska's Office Locations

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    1934 Alcoa Hwy Ste 285, Knoxville, TN 37920 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 305-9620

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  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Anal Prolapse
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lobular Carcinoma
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Breast Reduction
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Nipple Reconstruction
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Minimally Invasive Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1013120815
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Case Western Res U/Univ Hosps Cleveland
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Virginia Health System
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Tennessee Technological University
    Undergraduate School

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    Dr. Melissa Lapinska, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lapinska is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lapinska has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lapinska has seen patients for Cholecystitis and Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lapinska on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    6 patients have reviewed Dr. Lapinska. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lapinska.

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