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About Michael Gerber, MD

July 29, 2024

Dr. Michael Gerber is a Thoracic and General Surgeon at Western Surgical Group. He is inspired by the pivotal role surgery can play in patients’ health outcomes and is dedicated to actively helping patients overcome their illnesses and injuries. Skilled in a variety of surgeries and techniques, Dr. Gerber has particular interest in surgical oncology and is deeply committed to tackling the complexities associated with challenging cancer types.

Dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care, Dr. Gerber ensures his patients and their families feel supported and are fully informed about their treatment options. He prioritizes communication and collaboration as fundamental aspects of patient care, welcoming non-surgical patients with insight and information on alternative treatments.

Originally from Peachtree City, a suburb on the southside of Atlanta, Dr. Gerber is proud to call Reno his adopted home. Recommended by his mentor, it only took one visit to fall in love with the area. He looks forward to raising a family and enjoying Reno’s abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, including soccer, golf, skiing, hiking and mountain biking.

Postgraduate Training:
– Fellowship, Thoracic Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ
– Residency, Categorical General Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL

Education:
– Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, Houston, TX
– Commissioned Officer Intern, Department of Health and Human Services, Window Rock, AZ
– Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering, High Honors, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA

Board Certification:
– Board Certified General Surgery

Associations:
– American College of Surgeons
– The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
– General Thoracic Surgery Club
– Washoe County Medical Society

Professional Certifications:
– Association for Academic Surgery, Fundamentals of Research
– Advanced Trauma Life Support
– Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Hospital Credentials:
– Renown Medical Center, Reno, NV
– Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Reno, NV
– Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Reno, NV
– Northern Nevada Medical Center, Sparks, NV
– Northern Nevada Sierra Medical Center, Reno, NV
– Humboldt General Hospital, Winnemucca, NV

Awards & Honors:
– Resident Research Award, Frederick A. Coller Surgical Society Annual Meeting, La Jolla, CA, 2017
– Adelle B McGray Pancreatic Cancer Research Award, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, Department of Surgery, 2017
– Academic Intern of the Year, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL, Department of Surgery, 2015
– Pediatric Preceptorship Grant, Texas Pediatric Society, Austin, TX, 2011
– Presidential Undergraduate Research Award, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, Department of Biomedical Engineering, 2007