General Surgery | King's Daughters Health System
General Surgery • Ashland, KY • Since 1899
About
King’s Daughters Health System (KDHC) in Ashland, KY (affiliated with University of Kentucky) offers a broad hospital network providing general, surgical, and specialty care. Highlights relevant to general surgery: - Location: Ashland, Kentucky; HQ at 2201 Lexington Ave, Ashland, KY 41101 - System status: Private, nonprofit hospital system; affiliated with University of Kentucky College of Medicine - Beds: 465; Level IV Emergency Department - Services likely includes general, surgical care, orthopedics, oncology/hematology, vascular, and related medical and patient care services - Notable scope: Cardiac, medical, surgical, pediatric, rehabilitative, cancer, neurological, pain care, wound care, home care; obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, imaging, and urgent care - Contact: Main phone 1-606-408-4000 If you’re seeking specific general surgery services (sites, specific procedures, or surgeon listings), I can pull targeted details for KDMC’s general surgery department and the Ashland/Portsmouth locations.
Clinic Type
General Surgery
Address
Oncology Center of Excellence, 5th Floor, Medical Plaza A, 617 23rd St., Ashland, KY
Phone
(606) 325-2221
pr@kdmc.kdhs.us
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
What are the surgical services offered in General Surgery?
The page highlights surgical treatments including surgical breast oncology with techniques such as localized partial mastectomy, nipple-sparing techniques, oncoplastics, and hidden incisions.
Who is the surgical breast oncologist for General Surgery?
Surgical breast oncologist M. Katherine Hughes, M.D.
Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
Oncology Center of Excellence, 5th Floor, Medical Plaza A, 617 23rd St., Ashland, KY.
How can I reach Dr. Hughes?
Dial (606) 325-2221.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Hospital-wide): 66% of patients would definitely recommend (1% higher than national average) (N/A)
- Vivian Health: 4.7/5 (6 reviews)
- HospitalStats.org: Average (N/A)
Patients praise
- Some physicians receive high patient ratings for listening and taking time with patients
- General patient experience ratings hover near national averages for similar hospitals
- Successful surgical outcomes reported by some patients
- Medical staff in certain units (e.g., ICU) receive positive feedback for care delivery
Common complaints
- Reports of poor bedside manner and lack of communication from specific surgeons
- Complaints regarding long wait times and chaotic emergency room environment
- Issues with staff responsiveness and failure to address post-operative pain or complications
- Concerns about billing practices and surprise invoicing
- Occasional reports of facility cleanliness and maintenance issues
"I don't recommend him cause he doesn't care for you after surgery he doesn't listen to your complaints... I was severely dehydrated I could have died if I had listened to him."
— Vitals (Patient review of a General Surgeon)"The ER was chaotic, unsafe, and inefficient, with patients waiting for hours without relief. The staff were unprofessional, sometimes yelling at patients and failing to communicate or listen."
— Seniors.fyi (General hospital review)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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