Watauga Surgical

Diverse surgery specialties at a convenient location

Watauga Surgical’s team of surgeons are experts in general, vascular, cancer, and thoracic surgery, specializing in advanced treatments and minimally invasive techniques. Using the latest in laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robot-assisted surgery, our team has earned a reputation for excellence in Boone and the surrounding High Country communities.

For over 40 years, we’ve provided personalized care and innovative solutions to meet our patients’ surgical needs. Now, with the addition of the da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot at Watauga Medical Center, Watauga Surgical offers the most advanced surgical technology available. This state-of-the-art system allows for greater precision, shorter recovery times, and improved patient outcomes. With sharper imaging, enhanced control, and superior computing power, the da Vinci 5 represents our ongoing commitment to cutting-edge care.

Our mission is to restore your health and well-being with compassionate care and the latest in advanced treatment options. Reach out to us today and let us support you on your path to a healthier, more vibrant life!

Vein Services: Dr. Paul Dagher has more than 18 years of experience in treating varicose veins with non-operative and minimally invasive techniques, in addition to performing general surgery at Watauga Medical Center for many years.

Hidden Scar Breast Surgery®: Breast cancer can be surgically removed with a mastectomy procedure (your surgeon will remove all of your breast tissue) or a lumpectomy procedure (your surgeon will remove only part of your breast tissue). With a Hidden Scar procedure, your surgeon will place the incision in a location that is hard to see, so that the scar is not visible when your incision heals. As a result, you have little to no visible reminder of the surgery or your cancer.

Watauga Surgical offers Venous Reflux Ultrasounds with a provider’s referral. This non-invasive diagnostic test helps assess blood flow and detect valve dysfunction in the leg veins—an important step in evaluating symptoms such as leg pain, swelling, or varicose veins.

In 2024 Watauga Medical Center became the first in North Carolina to introduce the da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot, a groundbreaking advancement in surgical technology. All of the surgeons at Watauga Surgical are trained to use this state-of-the-art robot, which enables them to perform minimally invasive procedures with greater precision, leading to faster recovery times, improved patient outcomes, and enhanced surgical experiences.