MUSC Health General Surgery - Lancaster
1077 West Meeting Street, Plantation Pointe Village,Lancaster, SC 29720
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Jada Simpson, NP
General Surgery
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Jada Simpson, NP, brings over 20 years of nursing experience to her current role as a Nurse Practitioner at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center. Formerly associated with Prisma Heart, she worked collaboratively in outpatient and inpatient settings with cardiovascular conditions.
Before her role at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, Jada was a Nurse Educator at Prisma Health, contributing to the orientation and continuing education of ICU, Stepdown, and Cardiac Telemetry unit members. Her dedication to education also involved system-wide initiatives across Palmetto Health hospitals.
A pivotal time in her career occurred during her tenure in the surgical trauma ICU at a level 1 trauma center, where she spent significant time and learned invaluable lessons. This experience fueled her decision to pursue further education and become a Nurse Practitioner.
Jada's extensive nursing journey includes roles as a Staff Educator for Orientation and Training, an OR Circulating Nurse specializing in orthopedic surgeries, and various positions at Prisma Health, where she gained valuable experience in intensive care and telemetry units.
With a commitment to patient care and a diverse background in nursing, Jada Simpson, NP, continues to make a meaningful impact on the health of our patients at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center.
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Monther Saud Amer Altiti, M.D., FACS
General Surgery
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Monther Altiti, M.D., FACS, general \& transplant surgeon, practices at MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center - General Surgery. His clinical interests include diseases of the gastrointestinal system, weight loss surgeries, hernias and complex abdominal wall reconstructions, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast diseases, and access for dialysis. He also treats cancer of the stomach, small intestine, colon, liver, pancreas, breast, and skin. In addition to be a certified transplant surgeon, he also performs minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.
Monther Altiti grew up in Jordan, he received his medical degree from the University of Jordan. He joined the general surgery residency at Jordan University Hospital, where he received the Jordanian Board Certification in General Surgery. As a part of pursing his subspecialty training, Dr. Altiti was matched as a Transplant Surgery Fellow at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) where he trained for two years. He is currently certified by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons to perform liver, kidney and pancreas transplants.
Dr. Altiti completed two additional years of residency training in the General Surgery Department at the MUSC to obtain the American Board of Surgery certification. During this period, he received a variety of training in surgery subspecialties where he strengthened his knowledge and skills with robotic and minimally invasive surgery in addition to all general surgery procedures.
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Ahmad Saleh Alqassieh, M.D.
General Surgery
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Ahmad Saleh Alqassieh, M.D. is a transplant surgeon and serves as Surgical Director of Kidney Transplantation at MUSC Health, where he is dedicated to helping patients navigate every stage of the transplant journey with advanced, compassionate care.
Board-certified and fellowship-trained in abdominal organ transplantation, Dr. Alqassieh specializes in kidney transplantation, complex abdominal surgery, living donor transplantation, pre- and post-transplant care, vascular access procedures and minimally invasive robotic surgery. He is experienced in utilizing advanced surgical techniques, including the Da Vinci robotic surgical system, to improve patient outcomes and recovery.
Dr. Alqassieh completed a fellowship in Abdominal Organ Transplant Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina after postgraduate training in general surgery at Jordan University Hospital and King Hussein Cancer Center. His commitment to clinical excellence, research and education also extends to his role as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he helps train the next generation of surgeons.
As an active member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, Dr. Alqassieh remains at the forefront of innovation in transplantation. His clinical interests include kidney transplantation, living donor transplantation, abdominal organ transplantation, robotic surgery and comprehensive transplant care. He is passionate about expanding access to life-changing transplant services and helping patients achieve the best possible quality of life through expert surgical care.
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Ammar Obaid Mahmood, M.D., MBChB, FEBS, MRCSI
General Surgery
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Dr. Ammar Mahmood is a highly accomplished surgical professional renowned for his unwavering commitment to patient care, continuous learning, and the advancement of health care.
Born and raised in Iraq, he earned his medical degree from Al-Mustansiriyah University College of Medicine. Subsequently, he pursued his general surgery residency at Jordan University of Science and Technology, achieving board certification. Dr. Mahmood furthered his expertise by becoming a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and a European Board of Surgery Fellow.
He then honed his Burn \& Reconstructive Surgery skills during a fellowship at the University of Tennessee Department of Plastic Surgery, gaining expertise in acute, critical, and chronic burn treatments.
Committed to expanding his surgical horizons, Dr. Mahmood completed an Abdominal Organ Transplant Surgery Fellowship at MUSC, earning certifications for Liver, Kidney, and Pancreas transplants.
As an active member of esteemed medical and surgical societies, Dr. Mahmood emphasizes professional growth and collaboration.
His contributions to medical literature through publications and research underscore his dedication to advancing health care knowledge.
He is deeply committed to medical education and has significantly contributed to teaching programs for medical students and residents.
Dr. Mahmood stays at the forefront of medical advancements by participating enthusiastically in local and international conferences and workshops.
Dr. Ammar Mahmood's exceptional journey is marked by his dedication to patient care, passion for education, and commitment to advancing the field of surgery. His multifaceted experience and extensive expertise make him a distinguished patient advocate surgeon.
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MUSC Health General Surgery - Lancaster
1077 West Meeting Street, Plantation Pointe Village,Lancaster, SC 29720