Dr. Miro Uchal, MD
Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Uchal is the most experienced bariatric surgeon in the region and has performed more than 9,000 bariatric procedures. He is dedicated to helping patients achieve their weight loss goals through personalized treatment plans and compassionate care.
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Dr. Isaac Motamarry, MD
Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Motamarry is a board-certified general surgeon with over 15 years of experience in bariatric surgery. Renowned for a patient-centered approach, Dr. Motamarry builds lifelong relationships through compassionate, attentive care.
Dr. Kristen Trinca, MD
General Surgeon
Dr. Kristen D. Trinca is a board-certified general surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons with extensive experience across the full spectrum of general surgery. A Navy veteran with nearly 13 years of military service, she trained at leading institutions including the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where she developed exceptional expertise in complex wound care while treating wounded service members. Dr. Trinca is known for her thoughtful, patient-focused approach and advanced surgical skills, including minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques, delivering comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to each patient's needs.
Dr. Joseph Zeal, DO
General Surgeon
Dr. Joseph Zeal, DO is a board-certified general surgeon and second-generation physician with deep roots in the Jacksonville community. A graduate of the University of North Florida and Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Zeal brings a unique blend of military, academic, and surgical experience to his practice. He served as a U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon and Medical Director for Combat Search and Rescue, earning the Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service. Trained in a wide range of general surgery procedures—including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques—Dr. Zeal is known for building strong, lasting relationships with his patients through attentive, compassionate care while delivering high-quality, modern surgical treatment.
Dr. William E. Sumner III, MD, FACS
General Surgeon
Dr. William E. Sumner III, MD, FACS is a board-certified general surgeon with advanced training in laparoscopic surgery and surgical oncology. He earned his undergraduate degree in Applied Biology from the Georgia Institute of Technology before completing medical school at the University of South Florida. Dr. Sumner pursued extensive postgraduate training, including two residencies in general surgery at the University of Texas at Houston and a research fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, followed by a fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Miami. Known for his meticulous, evidence-based approach, Dr. Sumner is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care—particularly for patients facing complex cancer diagnoses—while remaining actively involved in national surgical organizations and clinical practice at St. Vincent's Riverside.