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Gerry Polyhronopoulos

MD, FRCSC

Hernias, Endoscopy, Soft Tissue

A versatile general surgeon known for his approachable bedside manner and technical efficiency with 14 years of experience.

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Experience:

14 years

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Location:

Montréal, QC

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Consults:

Virtually & in-person

Speaks:

English, French

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Treats:

Adults

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About

Dr. Gerry Polyhronopoulos is a McGill-trained general surgeon known for practical, high-resolution surgical care and efficient access to diagnosis and treatment. His private practice at VM Med in Montréal, QC focuses on common but quality-of-life–impacting conditions—such as hernias, hemorrhoids, and soft tissue lesions—along with endoscopic evaluation (colonoscopy) and minor surgical procedures performed with a patient-first, minimally disruptive approach.

Dr. Gerry Polyhronopoulos is a skilled general surgeon at VM-Med where his private practice focuses on:

  • Hernia Surgery
    • Evaluation and surgical repair of common hernias (e.g., inguinal, umbilical, ventral/incisional depending on case)
  • Anorectal Conditions
    • Hemorrhoid assessment and surgical treatment when indicated
  • Endoscopy
    • Colonoscopy for investigation, screening, and diagnostic assessment (as appropriate to the clinic pathway)
  • Minor & Soft Tissue Surgery
    • Cyst excision (e.g., sebaceous/epidermoid cysts)
    • Lipoma excision
    • Pilonidal cyst excision
  • Office-based surgical care
    • Focus on clear decision-making, appropriate procedural selection, and streamlined treatment planning

He completed his MD and specialty training in general surgery at McGill University and has a BSc (Cum Laude) from Boston College. Dr. Polyhronopoulos' residency included an additional year of research in Experimental Surgery, earning him recognition from the Canadian Association of General Surgeons. 

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Advanced training

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Training & credentials

  • General Surgery Residency, McGill University, 2010
  • MD, McGill University, 2003
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc), Boston College, USA
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Career

  • General Surgeon, Private Practice / VM Med, 2010 - Present
  • General Surgeon, Lakeshore General Hospital, 2010 - Present
  • Director, Lakeshore General Hospital Foundation
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Memberships

  • Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Canadian Association of General Surgeons

Sees patients at:

VM Med

1538 Rue Sherbrooke O suite 1000 10th floor, Montréal, QC H3G 1L3, Canada

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Does Dr. Polyhronopoulos do virtual consults?

Yes. Virtual or in-person consults are available.

Dr. Polyhronopoulos is within my home province, can they provide me surgical services?

Dr. Polyhronopoulos can see Canadians from all provinces, including Québec, seeking private care for hernias, hemorrhoids, soft tissue lesions, colonoscopy, or minor surgical procedures.

What languages does Dr. Polyhronopoulos speak?

English, French

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Polyhronopoulos?

Patients commonly seek Dr. Polyhronopoulos's expertise because they may be experiencing an inguinal, umbilical, or incisional hernia, hemorrhoids, a pilonidal cyst, a soft tissue cyst or lipoma, or are due for a screening colonoscopy, and are considering hernia repair, hemorrhoid surgery, pilonidal cyst excision, or colonoscopy. Dr. Polyhronopoulos completed his MD and general surgery residency at McGill University and is double board-certified in Canada and the United States, with recognition from the Canadian Association of General Surgeons for his research training.

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