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Alaska Surgical Group is a specialty practice that combines compassionate care with advanced surgical treatment.

02/16/2026

Dr. Portera and Dr. Murdock take pride in maintaining and providing the most up to date diagnostic and interventional techniques. At Alaska Surgical Group, our surgeons and staff use a coordinated, team-based approach to provide exceptional and comprehensive care.

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01/30/2026

The gallbladder is a four-inch, pear-shaped organ positioned under the liver in the upper-right section of the abdomen. The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile produced in the liver. Bile aids in the digestion of fat and is released from the gallbladder into the upper small intestine in response to food (especially fats). This allows fat-soluble vitamins and nutrients to be more easily absorbed into the bloodstream. Cholecystitis is the inflammation of the gallbladder. Gallbladder disease can include infections, stones or blockage of the gallbladder, and inflammation. Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of gallbladder problems. The most common symptom of a gallbladder problem is pain. Chills or fever can signal that you have an infection. Jaundice (yellow-tinted skin) may be a sign of a block or stone in the common bile duct. If you have an infection, you need treatment before it worsens and becomes dangerous.

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01/24/2026

Abdominal pain can have causes that aren’t due to underlying disease. Many different conditions can cause abdominal pain. Examples include constipation, gas, overeating, stress, or muscle strain. Other causes of abdominal pain include appendicitis, cancer, abdominal aortic aneurysm, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, heartburn, indigestion, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). Diseases that can cause chronic abdominal pain include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Crohn’s disease, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, or spastic colon. The main causes of abdominal pain are infection, abnormal growths, inflammation, obstruction (blockage), and intestinal disorders. Infections in the intestines and blood can cause bacteria to enter the digestive tract, resulting in abdominal pain. Some common causes of abdominal pain include diarrhea, constipation, stomach flu, and acid reflux when stomach contents leak backward into the esophagus.

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01/18/2026

Victoria Lee Murdock, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon at Alaska Surgical Group and Alaska Hernia Center. Prior to joining Alaska Surgical Group and the Alaska Hernia Center in Anchorage, she had an active general surgery practice for several years in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Victoria Murdock is certified in the use of the Da Vinci robotic surgery system and proficient in laparoscopic surgery. She is excited to be part of the Alaska medical community and welcomes other physicians to contact her directly related to general surgery issues, robotic surgery cases, laparoscopic surgery and surgical treatment of hernias. Of special benefit to those patients in Alaska who speak Korean, Dr. Murdock is fluent in both English and Korean, which can be a great relief to those patients from Korea who live in Alaska and would otherwise have difficulty communicating in English. Dr. Victoria Murdock is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

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01/10/2026

DA VINCI ROBOTIC ASSISTED LAPAROSCOPY

Compared to the long, relatively inflexible tools used in non-assisted laparoscopic surgery, the DaVinci Robotic System provides special instruments able to provide a 360-degree rotation, along with a high-definition camera that gives the surgeon a 3-dimensional view. The tiny incisions lower the risk of infection, reduce blood loss, and reduce pain during recovery. The use of the Robotic Surgery System enables the trained surgeon to do more surgeries laparoscopically that previously required “open surgery.”

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12/20/2025

Our highly trained surgeons are board certified in their specialties. Dr. Portera completed his fellowship in surgical oncology and cancer biology at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center, which is one of the top cancer referral centers in the world. This training makes Dr. Portera well qualified to deal with the surgical removal of cancerous and noncancerous tumors. Dr. Victoria Lee Murdock is a board-certified general surgeon who is proficient in the use of the Da Vinci robotic surgery system and laparoscopic surgery. Of special benefit to those patients in Alaska who speak Korean, Dr. Murdock is fluent in both English and Korean, which can be a great relief to those patients from Korea who live in Alaska and would otherwise have difficulty communicating in English.

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12/16/2025

Alaska Surgical Group brings fellowship-trained surgical expertise to Alaska, offering advanced procedures typically found only at major medical centers in the lower 48. Surgical treatments can vary widely depending on the specific condition or disease being addressed. General Surgery covers a broad spectrum of procedures, including appendectomies, hernia repairs, and gallbladder removals. Come to Alaska Surgical Group and we are confident you will be pleased with the quality of care provided, cost and convenience of the services we provide.

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12/06/2025

Alaska Surgical Group includes three dedicated specialty centers providing advanced surgical care for Alaskans. Alaska Surgical Oncology specializes in the assessment, treatment and surgical removal of cancerous and non-cancerous tumors and abnormal growths. Alaska Breast Center is the only center in Alaska with a team of two fellowship-trained breast surgeons proficient in breast preservation techniques. Alaska Hernia Center specializes in advanced robotic and laparoscopic hernia repair utilizing minimally invasive techniques for optimal patient recovery.

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12/02/2025

Alaska Surgical Group was founded about 10 years ago in Anchorage, Alaska by Charles Portera, MD — a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon who completed his fellowship in surgical oncology and cancer biology at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center — one of the top cancer referral centers in the world. Alaska Surgical Group is a beautifully designed multispecialty surgery center for your surgical needs, located in Anchorage. Our physicians had one goal in mind in the design of this center and that is to set the highest standard in providing safe, exceptional care to our patients at affordable prices. Our greatest specialty is to provide you with the highest quality of care for your outpatient, same-day elective minimally invasive procedure. Our knowledgeable staff takes pride in being able to assist you are our patients are cared for by compassionate, highly trained healthcare professionals.

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11/15/2025

Alaska Surgical Group addresses all types of general surgery using the most advanced surgical options. We offer various surgical approaches, including many minimally invasive surgery techniques. You can find advanced, specialized care close to home at 3851 Piper Street in Anchorage.

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11/09/2025

Alaska Surgical Group is committed to providing surgical care, personalized treatment plans and expert knowledge to patients experiencing health issues. Our board-certified surgeons specialize in the management of surgical problems. We offer a broad range of treatments and procedures for all diseases of the colon, re**um, and a**s, including colon cancer, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease, and hemorrhoids.

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11/05/2025

Trained in the all-encompassing specialty of general surgery, the physicians at Alaska Surgical Group are highly skilled to assess and treat a host of abdominal and gastrointestinal conditions, ranging from hernia repair to gallbladder disease to breast conditions, cancer, soft tissue wounds and more. Our goal is to provide exceptional care to every patient.

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3851 Piper Street, Tower U, Suite U230a
Anchorage, AK
99508

Website

http://alaskasurgicalgroup.com/

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