General Surgery in Starkville, Mississippi

Dr. Travis Methvin is a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training and advanced laparoscopic skills. Methvin pairs deep technical knowledge with kindness at the bedside, helping each patient understand the benefits and risks of surgery and make informed decisions about their own care.

Methvin sees patients at the clinic and performs surgeries at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County.

Our general surgery practice cares for a wide range of surgical and medical conditions, including:

• Hernias — inguinal, umbilical, hiatal and incisional
• Gallstones and gallbladder disease
• Appendicitis
• Pancreatitis
• Skin lesions — biopsies and removals
• Colon cancer and other colorectal conditions
• Bowel obstructions
• Other abdominal and soft-tissue conditions

If your primary care provider has recommended a surgical consultation, we welcome your visit.

Our general surgery practice performs a full range of inpatient and outpatient procedures.

Hernia Repair Surgery

Hernia surgery is one of the most common general surgery procedures we perform. We offer open hernia repair and laparoscopic hernia surgery for inguinal, umbilical, hiatal and incisional hernias. Most patients return home the same day.

Gallbladder Surgery

When gallstones cause pain, infection or other complications, gallbladder surgery is often the right answer. Our team performs laparoscopic gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) through small incisions, which means less pain and faster recovery.

Appendectomy

For appendicitis, we perform laparoscopic appendectomy in most cases. This minimally invasive approach gets patients back to normal activity in days rather than weeks.

Colon and Bowel Surgery

We perform surgical treatment for colon cancer, bowel obstructions and other intestinal conditions, using minimally invasive techniques when appropriate.

Skin Lesion Removal

Suspicious or bothersome skin lesions can be biopsied or removed at the clinic, often as an outpatient procedure under local anesthetic.

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy

Endoscopic procedures like colonoscopy and upper endoscopy can help diagnose digestive concerns and treat early-stage problems.

Whenever possible, our general surgeon uses minimally invasive surgery — laparoscopic techniques that use small incisions, specialized instruments and a tiny camera. The benefits for patients are real:

• Smaller incisions with less scarring
• Less post-operative pain
• Shorter hospital stays — many procedures are same-day
• Faster return to work, school and daily activities
• Lower risk of wound infection compared with traditional open surgery

Not every condition is right for a laparoscopic approach. When open surgery is the safer or better choice, we will explain why before scheduling.

Before Surgery

You meet with the general surgery team for a consultation. Methvin reviews your medical history, examines you, orders any imaging or labs needed and discusses the benefits, risks and alternatives to surgery. You receive clear instructions on what to do — and not do — in the days before your procedure.

Day of Surgery

Most surgeries take place at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County. Check in at the time the team gives you. Bring a list of your medications, a photo ID, your insurance card and someone who can drive you home. Your care team welcomes you, reviews your records and prepares you for the procedure.

After Surgery

Recovery time depends on the procedure. Many minimally invasive surgeries let patients go home the same day or the next morning. Your discharge paperwork includes:

• Pain management instructions
• Wound care guidance
• Activity restrictions and timelines
• Signs to watch for and when to call us
• Follow-up appointment details

You can message Methvin and the surgical team through Baptist OneCare MyChart between visits.