Expert Foregut, Hernia, Bariatric, and General Surgery
Thoughtful surgical care for patients in Augusta, Aiken, and the surrounding region, with a focus on advanced minimally invasive techniques, clear communication, and efficient recovery.
Double Board-Certified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine · Fellowship-Trained in Bariatric Surgery
Expert surgical care, thoughtfully delivered. Savannah River Advanced Surgery specializes in advanced foregut, bariatric, hernia, colorectal, and general surgery, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, careful decision-making, and durable outcomes.
Weight Loss Options
Not sure which path is right for you?
An honest comparison of medical weight management, bariatric surgery and revision surgery, written by a surgeon who does all three.
What we treat
Four areas of surgical care, with the approach chosen for you, not the other way around.
Bariatric & Revisional Surgery
Evaluation, operative treatment and selected revisional procedures, backed by fellowship training in bariatric surgery.
Learn moreHernia Repair
Ventral, incisional, recurrent and complex abdominal wall hernias, plus select inguinal cases.
Learn moreReflux & Hiatal Hernia
Surgical options for significant reflux and hiatal or paraesophageal hernias, after a careful evaluation.
Learn moreGallbladder & General Surgery
Gallbladder removal and other common abdominal and colorectal conditions, using minimally invasive or robotic techniques when appropriate.
Learn moreAlso: Paraesophageal hernia repair | Acid reflux and anti-reflux surgery
Why Dr. Jorge
One Surgeon, Whole Path
Board-certified in general surgery and obesity medicine, so the same physician covers the operation and the long-term plan.
Revision Experience
Fellowship-trained in bariatric and robotic surgery, with a focus on weight regain and revisional procedures.
Care Close to Home
Privileges at Piedmont Augusta, Augusta Surgical Center and Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Everyone deserves compassionate, personalized care, whatever their history or background. If cost is a worry, talk to us. We will work hard to find an option that fits.
Dr. Jorge
Meet Dr. Jorge
Dr. Jorge is a double board-certified general surgeon and obesity medicine specialist serving patients across Augusta, Aiken, and the surrounding region. He is fellowship-trained in bariatric and robotic surgery and serves as a proctor for Intuitive. He takes the time to explain every step, so you know what to expect before and after surgery.
What Our Patients Say
5.0 on Google
“What was expected to be a relatively straightforward procedure became a very complex surgery because of extensive radiation scar tissue. Today, for the first time in over a month, I can eat and drink without pain, and I’m finally starting to gain weight again.”April N.
“Within one hour he called me back, and Dr. Jorge followed up 45 minutes later. I have not had that kind of service from any other doctor or office. He looks at his patients holistically, which in my opinion is how all healthcare should be handled.”Susan P.
“They went above and beyond to get me through a difficult time. I’ve never had a doctor go out of his way to help before and after surgery. I highly recommend this caring and capable team.”Norm K.
“Dr. Jorge performed two surgeries on me. He does an excellent job of explaining everything he is going to do and makes sure you understand. He has an excellent bedside manner.”Kim W.
“Dr. Jorge is amazing. He’s a great physician. Always greets you with a warm, welcoming smile. He’s knowledgeable, honest with his opinions and very caring. He’s definitely a people’s doctor. I highly recommend Dr. Jorge.”P Hughes
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Most patients can call us directly at (803) 220-1716 to schedule a consultation. Some insurance plans require a referral from your primary care physician — our team will tell you when you call and help you sort it out.
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Quickly. We strive for same-week visits whenever a patient needs one, and same-day or next-business-day appointments are often available. We deliberately hold consultation slots open so that patients with painful, worsening, or urgent problems are not waiting weeks to be evaluated. If your situation is urgent, tell us when you call and we will work you in.
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We work with all insurance plans. Call (803) 220-1716 and our team will verify your specific plan and benefits before your visit, including whether bariatric surgery is a covered benefit under your policy, so there are no surprises.
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Many plans cover it, but requirements vary widely — typically a documented BMI threshold, supervised weight-management visits, and a psychological evaluation. We handle the authorization process for you and tell you upfront what your plan requires.
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Yes. Revisional bariatric surgery is a core focus of this practice — sleeve-to-bypass conversion, band removal, and repair of complications after prior operations. Weight recurrence is common and it is not a personal failure.
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Robotic surgery is a form of minimally invasive surgery that gives the surgeon better visualization and finer instrument control, which matters most in complex hernia and foregut cases. It is not automatically better for every operation. Dr. Jorge selects the approach — robotic, laparoscopic, or open — that fits your anatomy and prior surgical history.
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Yes. Dr. Jorge is board-certified in obesity medicine, and our practice runs LeanDreams, a medical weight-management program built around a multidisciplinary team — physicians, a registered dietitian, behavioral and nutrition coaches, and certified personal trainers — working together on one plan. It covers medical weight management including GLP-1 medications for patients who are not surgical candidates, who prefer to start without an operation, or who need long-term support after surgery.
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Dr. Jorge holds surgical privileges at Piedmont Augusta, Augusta Surgery Center, and Aiken Regional Medical Center. Your operative location depends on your procedure and your insurance, and we confirm it with you well before your surgery date.
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Yes. We regularly care for patients from Aiken, North Augusta, and the surrounding South Carolina communities.
Wondering if bariatric surgery is right for you?
Download our one-page candidacy checklist. It covers the guideline BMI ranges, what to bring, and the questions Dr. Jorge reviews at a first visit, so you arrive prepared. Educational only, not a medical evaluation.