Penn Medicine Provider
General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery
William Clifford Hope, MD
4.8
(93)
Accepting new patients
LG Health Physicians Surgical Group
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About me

Dr. Hope is a general surgeon who specializes in both minimally invasive general surgery and bariatric surgery. Dr. Hope grew up in Pennsylvania and completed his medical school training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He subsequently completed his general surgery training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. He then went on to UPMC in Pittsburgh to complete his fellowship in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Dr. Hope practices in Lancaster and performs both bariatric and general surgery using minimally invasive surgical techniques. He specializes in weight loss surgery, gallbladder disease, hernia and other gastrointestinal surgery. He also performs skin and soft tissue surgery. He is passionate about helping patients live healthy, active lives.

Education and training

  • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College
  • Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

What my patients think about me

Average Rating
4.9

91 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

April 2025
5.0
5.0
before, during and after care was highly professional.
April 2025
5.0
5.0
surgery and recovery went very well. good informative meeting, asks questions.
April 2025
5.0
5.0
dr hope presents an aura of competence.
April 2025
5.0
5.0
very pleased with whole lot xperiemce & dr hope!

Insurance accepted

My Locations

Healthy Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery

Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Lancaster General Hospital: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
Dr. Hope is a Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health physician.

Qualifications and experience