Gastrointestinal surgery: seeing a specialist
A gastrointestinal surgeon specialises in surgery of the abdominal organs: the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. At a private clinic they assess the need for surgery and often also perform endoscopies.
471 open appointments with 34 specialists in 15 cities over the next 7 days; soonest Sun 18 Oct 10:00.
- specialists
- 34
- open appointments in 7 days
- 471
- cities
- 15
- cheapest appointment
- €115.30
Open appointments updated 18/10/2026. Texts checked 16/10/2026.
What does a specialist in gastrointestinal surgery do?
At the appointment, conditions such as hernias, gallstone complaints, anal complaints and digestive symptoms are looked into, and the need for surgery or an endoscopy is assessed.
Many gastrointestinal surgeons perform gastroscopies and colonoscopies. Prices and preparation instructions are in the endoscopy guide.
When to book?
- A hernia or suspected hernia
- Gallstone complaints or suspected gallstones
- Anal complaints such as haemorrhoids
- A need for endoscopy, for example because of bowel symptoms
- An assessment of surgical treatment recommended by another doctor
Do I need a referral?
As a self-paying patient you can see a private gastrointestinal surgeon without a referral, and Kela reimburses part of a doctor's appointment fee. In public health care you need a doctor's referral.
Open appointments by city
| City | Open appointments | First available | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampere | 94 | Mon 19 Oct | €177.90 |
| Jyväskylä | 46 | Mon 19 Oct | €177.90 |
| Helsinki | 40 | Tue 20 Oct | €181.60 |
| Kuopio | 15 | Tue 20 Oct | €181.60 |
| Rovaniemi | 60 | Mon 19 Oct | €131.10 |
| Seinäjoki | 44 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Raahe | 39 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Lahti | 31 | Mon 19 Oct | €115.30 |
| Porvoo | 31 | Mon 19 Oct | €115.30 |
| Vantaa | 27 | Sun 18 Oct | €150.90 |
| Oulu | 6 | Wed 21 Oct | €177.90 |
| Joensuu | 4 | Tue 20 Oct | €177.90 |
| Kemi | 16 | Fri 23 Oct | €136.10 |
| Ylivieska | 14 | Wed 21 Oct | €136.10 |
| Vaasa | 4 | Mon 19 Oct | €181.60 |
Under which services do they work?
In the search these specialists appear under the following services. The link opens a search with the specialty already chosen.
Frequently asked questions
Does a gastrointestinal surgeon perform endoscopies?
Many do. You prepare for an endoscopy following instructions, and often the doctor first assesses at an appointment whether one is needed.
What is the difference between a gastroenterologist and a gastrointestinal surgeon?
A gastroenterologist is an internal medicine specialist who treats digestive diseases with medication and endoscopies. A gastrointestinal surgeon treats diseases of the same organs also with surgery.
Where do I get the soonest appointment?
The soonest open appointment over the next 7 days is Sun 18 Oct 10:00: Mehiläinen, Mehiläinen Vantaa Tikkurila, Vantaa. Most open appointments: Tampere 94, Jyväskylä 46, Helsinki 40.
How much does an appointment cost?
The cheapest open appointment over the next 7 days is €115.30 (Mehiläinen, Mehiläinen Lahti). The price is the booking system's estimate for a self-paying patient and depends on the doctor and the length of the visit.