Michael Avery, DO

Michael Avery, DO

Specialties:

General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery
  • Valley Health Provider

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About

Michael Avery, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery. Dr. Avery went to medical school at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine in North Carolina. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at Atrium Health at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. His fellowship in colon and rectal surgery was completed at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.

During his training, Dr. Avery developed a strong interest in both colorectal cancer and benign anorectal conditions. He was drawn to the specialty’s unique blend of technical precision, long-term patient care, and its ability to significantly impact quality of life. From complex cancer care to treating common but disruptive conditions like hemorrhoids, fistulas, and incontinence, Dr. Avery values the diversity of care within colorectal surgery.

Professional Affiliations

  • American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
  • American College of Surgeons

Areas of Interest

  • Colon and rectal cancer diagnosis and treatment
  • Minimally invasive colorectal surgery (including robotic and laparoscopic techniques)
  • Benign anorectal conditions (hemorrhoids, anal fissures, fistulas, abscesses)
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
  • Diverticular disease
  • Fecal incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Anal dysplasia and high-resolution anoscopy (HRA)
  • Colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening
  • Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols
  • Multidisciplinary cancer care and survivorship

Affiliations

  • Valley Health Surgical Oncology
  • Winchester Medical Center

Locations

Education

Board Certification

Colorectal Surgery General Surgery

Fellowship

University of Texas Southwestern: Dallas, TX Colon and Rectal Surgery

Internship

Atrium Health at Carolinas Medical Center: Charlotte, NC General Surgery

Residency

Atrium Health at Carolinas Medical Center: Charlotte, NC General Surgery

Medical School

Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine: Buies Creek, NC Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Undergraduate School

East Carolina University College of Health and Science: Greenville, NC

Publications

2012

Colonoscopy is superior to neostigmine in the treatment of Ogilvie’s syndrome.

Author:Tsirline BV, Zemlvak AY, Avery MJ, Colavita PD, Christmas AB, Heniford BT, Sing RF.

American Journal of Surgery. 2012: 2014:849-855.

2016

Voluntary exercise training improves metabolic symptoms and hypothalamus function in long-term high fat diet treated male mice.

Author:Laing B, Do K, Matsubara T, Wert D, Avery MJ, Langdon E, Zheng D, Huang H.

Journal of Endocrinology. 2016.

2017

Improvement of Treatment Outcomes after Implementation of a Massive Transfusion Protocol: A Level I Trauma Center Experience.

Author:Nunn A, Fischer P, Sing R, Templin M, Avery M, Christmas AB.

The American Surgeon. 2017: 83(4): 394-398.

2020

Adult Imaging Case Studies. Life in the Fast Lane.

Author:Avery MJ, Davis JMK, Lena K, Cunningham K, Gibbs M.

July 2020-May 2021 (9 published case presentations)

2022

The dichotomy of defining value in healthcare: cost elimination of a multiprofessional (mPATH) team led to increased length of stay.

Author:Avery MJ, Mendez S, Ross SW, Sing KE, Christmas AB, Cunningham KW, Sing RF, Thomas BW.

Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. 2022

Author:Green JM, Avery MJ, Sing RF.

Safe Endovascular Retrieval of a Vena Cava Filter After Duodenal Perforation.

Author:Avery MJ, Cullen NR, Lessne ML, Thomas BW, Sing RF.

Journal of Osteopathic Medicine

Laser-Assisted Endovascular Retrieval of a Nine-Year Old Stainless Steel Greenfield Vena Cava Filter.

Author:Sing RF, PE Fischer, Avery MJ, Lessne ML, Thomas BW, Christmas AB.

Case Studies: American Surgeon Online Format

Bariatric Complications for the Acute Care Surgeon: Perforated Marginal Ulcer after a Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Case Report: American Surgeon Online Format

Author:Sola RJ, Avery MJ, Fischer PE, Christmas AB, Green JM, Heniford BT, Sing RF.

2024

Nonsurgical Lessons From 4 Graduating Surgical Chief Residents.

Author:Ayuso SA, Avery MJ, Marturano MN, Robinson JN.

General Surgery News. June 2024

What is the Role of the Mentee in Surgical Training?

Author:Avery MJ, Lorenz WR, Holland AM, Ricker AB, Jensen SM, Robinson JN, Marturano MN, Ayuso SA.

The American Journal of Surgery. July 2024

Optimizing Surgical Performance: Assessing Objective Data in a Subjective World.

Author:Avery MJ, Ayuso SA.

Surgery. Accepted for publication, 2024 September.