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Dr. Philip Ernest, MD

General Surgery*
4.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Farmington, NM
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Philip Ernest, MD

Dr. Philip Ernest, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Farmington, NM. They specialize in General Surgery, has 11 years of experience. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and is affiliated with San Juan Regional Medical Center. Dr. Ernest, completed a residency at Saint Joseph Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Ernest an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Ernest works at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, NM. They frequently treat conditions like Umbilical Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona 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. Ernest's Office Locations

  1. 1
    San Juan Health Partners General Surgery
    630 W Maple St, Farmington, NM 87401 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (505) 609-6300
    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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  • San Juan Regional Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Umbilical Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Umbilical Hernia

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Umbilical Hernia
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Small Intestine Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Colectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
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 Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcer
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Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Procedure
Abdominal Surgery
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Cancer Treatment
Breast Needle Localization
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cystotomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Skin Lesion
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Wedge Resection Colon
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    About Dr. Philip Ernest, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 11 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1780024174
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Saint Joseph Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Saint Joseph Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Prescott College
    Undergraduate School

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

    Dr. Ernest works at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, NM. View the full address on Dr. Ernest’s profile.

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

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Ernest. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ernest.

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