Welcome to DeKalb Surgical Associates

Trust, Understand, Heal.

How Can We Help You?

The most important first steps in your return to normalcy include having trust in your physician and understanding your options. That gives you the confidence necessary to make the important decisions that are right for you.

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Welcome to our website! You probably already know you have some health problem for which surgery may play a role in your path back to optimal health. You will find helpful information in the pages here regarding most of the surgical problems we care for. You will also find some biographical information about each surgeon, as well as a listing of our friendly staff.

Rest assured that we all absolutely love what we do, and helping our patients navigate through their surgical experience smoothly is what gives us our greatest satisfaction. We look forward to meeting you!

Our Services

We offer surgical treatment for the following conditions and more:

Breast Problems
Gallbladder/Gallstone Problems
Hernias
Colon Disorders
Hemorrhoids/Fistulas
Appendicitis
Thyroid Problems
Breast Cancer
Varicose Veins
Parathyroid Problems
Colon Cancer
Pilonidal Cysts
Endocrine/Spleen Problems
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Meet Our Doctors

Meet our board-certified doctors on staff for your surgical needs:

Michael S. Champney
M.D., F.A.C.S.

Michael S. Champney, M.D., F.A.C.S.

John S. Kennedy
M.D., F.A.C.S.

John S. Kennedy, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Ashleigh Ross
D.O.

Testimonials

See what our patients have to say about their exceptional experience at DeKalb Surgical Associates:

“Have never experienced the quality of patient care like Ann and Dr. Kennedy have provided. We drove over 4 hours because of their superb care! Thankful for you both!”

“I am very pleased with Dr. Ross. She made me feel very comfortable from my first visit with her.  She is very thorough and knowledgeable. Great office staff.  Thankful.”

“Dr. Champney and his staff are always courteous, professional and sensitive to your physical and emotional well-being. They are great!!!”

“The care was excellent, and I appreciate Dr. Kennedy seeing me in the midst of a topsy-turvy day.”

“I would 100% recommend Dr. Ashleigh Ross to my friends and family. She was kind, friendly, patient, friendly, knowledgeable, great at communication, everything you hope for in a doctor.”

“They made me feel as at ease as possible, considering the circumstances.  I am so grateful for their care. 11 out of 10, thank you so much!”

“They made me feel as at ease as possible, considering the circumstances.  I am so grateful for their care. 11 out of 10, thank you so much!”

“As usual, Dr. Champney and his staff [were] very helpful and professional….Thanks”

“I was very impressed with Dr. Kennedy and his staff. I would highly recommend them.”

“The entire staff was very pleasant and patient. Dr. Ross was personal and made me feel welcome.”

“Dr. Kennedy is [an] outstanding physician. [He]Answered all my questions without rushing through, was efficient and professional, and explained in detail what we were looking at.  His nurse (Valencia) was excellent also.”