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committed to providing compassionate and high quality surgical care

Laparoscopic Surgery

General Surgery

Surgical Associates of Marshall County specialize in advanced, minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. From appendix removal to colon and diverticulitis surgery, our methods offer a faster alternative to traditional procedures. Discover how our precision-focused treatments can help you recover today.

Bariatric & Medical Weight Loss

Weight Loss

We specialize in comprehensive surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions. From minimally invasive procedures to medically supervised treatments, our experts provide proven, long-term options tailored to help you reach your goals and improve your health.

Specialized & Diagnostics

Specialty Procedures

Beyond laparoscopic expertise, we provide specialized surgical procedures. Our experienced surgeons deliver high-quality, effective care for a wide range of conditions using the latest medical advancements.

Surgical Associates of
Marshall County

At Surgical Associates of Marshall County, we specialize in minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat a wide variety of conditions. Our experienced team of surgeons is dedicated to providing safe and effective options for thyroid surgery, hernia surgery, hemorrhoid surgery and vascular surgery.

Whether you’ve been referred to us by your primary care physician or seek minimally invasive surgery for a chronic illness, we can help you find the treatment you need. Whenever possible, we perform laparoscopic surgery, which uses advanced techniques and specialized instruments to complete operations without large abdominal incisions. Laparoscopic techniques promote safety, speedy recovery and minimal scarring.

"Committed to providing compassionate and high quality surgical care to the people of Albertville, Guntersville and surrounding areas of Alabama."

Dr. Groves, a board certified general surgeon, is the founder of Surgical Associates of Marshall County, with offices in Albertville and Guntersville. He is dedicated to providing state of the art surgical options for the treatment of a wide array of conditions to residents in Marshall County and the surrounding areas. Dr. Groves graduated from the University of Kentucky, but only after first attending the University of Alabama, where he played football for the Crimson Tide during Bear Bryant's final season.

Dr. Groves graduated from Louisville School of Medicine, and from there traveled to Birmingham, Alabama, where he completed his general surgery residency at the Montclair and Princeton Baptist Medical Center.

John R. Groves, MD, FACS

Dr. Stephen Britt is a highly experienced board certified general surgeon who has provided surgery to residents of Marshall County and north Alabama since 2003. He is specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery.

A native of Tennessee, Dr. Britt attended East Tennessee State University for his undergraduate studies, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He then graduated from Quillen College of Medicine in East Tennessee State University before completing his general residency at UT Chattanooga. Dr. Britt has served in multiple executive leadership roles within the Marshall Medical Center. He is director of the Marshall Wound Healing Center.

Stephen L. Britt, MD, FACS

Surgical Associates of Marshall County combines small-town, personal care with advanced surgical and non-surgical weight loss procedures

We take pride in providing the personal attention you need and will walk with you every step of the journey toward your weight loss goals.

Precision meets empathy.

Whether it’sWhether it’s bariatric surgery or or the refined touch of laparoscopic techniques, we are committed to providing compassionate and high-quality surgical care. From routine procedures to highly specialized surgeries, our focus remains on your recovery and peace of mind.

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