General surgery: seeing a specialist
A general surgeon assesses conditions that may need surgery and carries out minor procedures at the appointment. You can see a private surgeon without a referral.
1166 open appointments with 75 specialists in 28 cities over the next 7 days; soonest Sun 18 Oct 10:00.
- specialists
- 75
- open appointments in 7 days
- 1166
- cities
- 28
- cheapest appointment
- €101.10
Open appointments updated 18/10/2026. Texts checked 16/10/2026.
What does a specialist in general surgery do?
At a surgeon's appointment, conditions such as hernias, lumps in or under the skin and abdominal complaints are assessed, and whether surgery is needed is decided. Minor procedures, such as removing skin lesions, are often done at the clinic.
The search shows both specialists in general surgery and in surgery; the latter is an older title. Many surgeons also have their own focus, shown in their title or profile.
When to book?
- A hernia or suspected hernia, for example in the groin or navel
- A lump in or under the skin
- Removal of a skin lesion or mole
- A surgeon's assessment recommended by another doctor
- A check-up after surgery
Do I need a referral?
As a self-paying patient you can see a private surgeon without a referral, and Kela reimburses part of a doctor's appointment fee. In public health care you need a doctor's referral to see a surgeon.
Open appointments by city
| City | Open appointments | First available | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | 212 | Mon 19 Oct | €160.90 |
| Turku | 218 | Mon 19 Oct | €101.10 |
| Espoo | 128 | Mon 19 Oct | €187.10 |
| Tampere | 73 | Mon 19 Oct | €177.90 |
| Seinäjoki | 59 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Kuopio | 46 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Pori | 42 | Tue 20 Oct | €132.10 |
| Järvenpää | 23 | Mon 19 Oct | €209.80 |
| Kotka | 23 | Mon 19 Oct | €174.10 |
| Rauma | 39 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Vantaa | 34 | Mon 19 Oct | €220.10 |
| Porvoo | 29 | Sun 18 Oct | €232.10 |
| Lohja | 19 | Mon 19 Oct | €140.10 |
| Lahti | 13 | Thu 22 Oct | €159.10 |
| Salo | 8 | Mon 19 Oct | €101.10 |
| Joensuu | 7 | Mon 19 Oct | €198.60 |
| Rovaniemi | 37 | Mon 19 Oct | €207.10 |
| Ylivieska | 34 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Kajaani | 31 | Mon 19 Oct | – |
| Varkaus | 25 | Mon 19 Oct | €132.10 |
| Mikkeli | 15 | Sat 24 Oct | €198.10 |
| Raahe | 15 | Tue 20 Oct | €115.30 |
| Kerava | 9 | Thu 22 Oct | €212.20 |
| Kouvola | 9 | Tue 20 Oct | €159.10 |
| Jyväskylä | 8 | Fri 23 Oct | €193.10 |
| Oulu | 5 | Wed 21 Oct | €205.10 |
| Savonlinna | 3 | Wed 21 Oct | €181.60 |
| Hyvinkää | 2 | Tue 20 Oct | €232.10 |
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
What is the difference between a general surgeon and a gastrointestinal surgeon?
A gastrointestinal surgeon specialises in surgery of the abdominal organs. A general surgeon treats common surgical conditions more broadly; both assess hernias, for example.
Can a surgeon remove a mole at the appointment?
Often, if the doctor considers removal appropriate. Ask when you book whether the procedure is done at the same visit or at a separate one.
Where do I get the soonest appointment?
The soonest open appointment over the next 7 days is Sun 18 Oct 10:00: Mehiläinen, Mehiläinen Porvoon Lääkärikeskus, Porvoo. Most open appointments: Helsinki 212, Turku 218, Espoo 128.
How much does an appointment cost?
The cheapest open appointment over the next 7 days is €101.10 (Mehiläinen, Mehiläinen Salo). The price is the booking system's estimate for a self-paying patient and depends on the doctor and the length of the visit.