![Dr. William L Rucker MD, Surgeon](/doctor_images/2/20/693598.jpg?v=3f73)
Dr. William L Rucker MD
Surgeon
130 Glendale Dr W Wilson NC, 27893About
Dr. William Rucker is a general surgeon practicing in Wilson, NC. Dr. Rucker specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Rucker provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1980
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Chronic Wounds, Diabetic Wounds/ulcers, Wound Care And More
Professional Memberships
- Member Lenoir County Medical Society
Dr. William L Rucker MD's Practice location
Practice At 130 Glendale Dr W
130 Glendale Dr W -Wilson, NC 27893Get Direction
North Carolina Surgery at Wilson
130 Glendale Drive W. -Wilson, NC 27893Get Direction
Dr. William L Rucker MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Rucker
Recommended Articles
- Does Aneurysm Require Surgery?
An aneurysm is the formation of a bulge when the walls of the arteries weaken. It is an artificial condition that can remain undetected for years. If it ruptures, it could lead to many complications and, at times, even death. The following are a few figures concerning the deaths caused by different...
- Hydrocephalus: What Is It?
Hydrocephalus is a condition where there is too much cerebrospinal fluid in the head. It comes from the Greek words “hydro”, which means water, and “cephalus”, which means head. It is a component of several congenital health problems, but may be caused by head injuries, too. In some cases,...
- What is the Central Venous Catheter?
The central venous catheter is a type of a catheter that is normally placed in a vein of large size. It is also called the central venous line or central line. Central venous catheters can be fitted in veins found in the chest, groin, arms, and neck. This type of catheter is often used in the...
- An Overview of Gallbladder Diseases
What is the gallbladder?The gallbladder is a four-inch, pear-shaped organ situated below your liver. It acts as a storage organ for bile, which is a mixture of fats, cholesterol, and fluids. The main purpose of bile is to help in breaking down fats during digestion. The whole process allows for easy...
- Is Appendicitis a Lifelong Condition?
What is appendicitis?Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of abdominal pain not only in the United States but in the whole world. It is said that in America alone, 5 percent of the population have experienced appendicitis at one point in their lives. In England, 1 in every 13 people had...
- Reasons Why You Would Need a Cholecystectomy
A cholecystectomy is a type of surgery done to remove the gallbladder. Although the gallbladder’s function is to store bile, which helps in your digestion, you can still live a healthy life without it. Gallbladder removal through surgery is the most effective treatment in dealing with gallbladder...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Emil J Cekada M.D.130 GLENDALE DR W WILSON NC 27893
- Dr. George Coupland Isaacs M.D.130 Glendale Drive West Wilson NC 27893
- Dr. Deborah Daetwyler Boyd M.D.130 Glendale Dr W Wilson NC 27893
- Dr. Anson Li M.D.130 Glendale Dr W Wilson NC 27893
- Dr. Michael Halpert MD2402 Camden St Sw Wilson NC 27893
- Dr. Jordan Andrew Shealy MD130 GLENDALE DR W WILSON NC 27893
Nearest Hospitals
VIDANT MEDICAL CENTERl
2100 STANTONSBURG RD GREENVILLE NC 27834