Dedicated to delivering compassionate, expert care through advanced surgical solutions in Tucson
Our Story
We are a group of Board Certified General and Vascular surgeons who strive to provide evidence based advanced surgical care to our patients that is state of the art and cutting edge. Our surgeons are compassionate, caring individuals whose goal is to create a relationship with our patients based on communication, trust and mutual respect. Our belief is that a well educated, committed patient is a satisfied patient.
The surgeons at Agave Surgical Associates practice the entire spectrum of General Surgery and General Vascular Surgery while at the same time fulfilling an obligation to teach the science and art of medicine to tomorrow’s healers. As such, our surgeons regularly teach both residents in surgery and medical students interested in surgery from The University of Arizona, and are committed to a lifetime of learning.
Meet Our Physicians
Our skilled physicians at Agave Surgical Associates are dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care tailored to each patient’s needs. With expertise spanning advanced techniques and a commitment to compassionate service, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Meet the talented surgeons who are redefining excellence in surgical care.
Dr. Jolyon D. Schilling
Dr. Schilling graduated with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from the University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1986, receiving the James Haviland, M.D. Award for clinical excellence. He completed his general surgical residency at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas in 1991 and his vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Arizona in 1993.
Dr. Schilling is board certified in General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care and General Vascular Surgery. He is a senior flight surgeon with the rank of Lt. Col in the Arizona Air National Guard, 162nd Fighter Wing and chief of hospital services.
He is a clinical associate professor of Surgery at the University of Arizona the Director of Surgical education at Tucson Medical Center. Dr. Schilling is the wound care Director At Cornerstone Hospital of Southeast Arizona and the Co Chairman of TMC General Surgery/Urology Service Line Agreement. Dr. Schilling is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. He is an Advanced Trauma Life Support Instructor. Dr. Schilling has a lifetime membership with the Association for Academic Surgery.
Reviews for Dr. Jolyon D. Schilling
"Suffered with a umbilical hernia for 15 years. Seen multiple doctors and surgeons. Who told me I did not have a hernia Dr Schilling found it right away and immediately scheduled me for surgery 3 months later I feel great and I have Dr Schilling and staff to thank for the great job they have done for me I highly recommend this doctor."
- Jane Doe
"Excellent surgeon and clinician. No hesitation to recommend to family and friends."
Dr. Gustafson graduated from The University of Arizona College of Medicine in 2007. She subsequently completed her general surgical residency at The University of Arizona in 2013. During residency, she completed a research fellowship, was awarded the Charles Putnam Chief Resident of the Year Award and Trauma Resident of the Year Award and served as an Advanced Trauma Life Support instructor. She went on to complete a Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut where she has become proficient in laparoscopic treatment of diseases of the esophagus, diaphragm, spleen, adrenal gland, gallbladder and abdominal wall.
Although she has a special interest in surgical treatment of benign diseases of the esophagus, repair of diaphragmatic hernias and abdominal wall hernias, she is board certified in general surgery and welcomes all patients with general surgical needs.
Reviews for Dr. Monica R. Gustafson
"Dr. Gustafson is not only kind and compassionate, she is an excellent surgeon. She's thorough in explaining what she needs to do and is superb with follow-up. I would highly recommend her to friends and family."
- Melissa Shafer
"We are fortunate to have such an outstanding general surgeon in the Tucson area. Dr. Gustafson is highly skilled, focused, and kind. I would return to her without hesitation and feel fortunate to be in her care. My thanks to her."
- John Nestor
"Dr. Gustafson is an Excellent, patient, extremely kind surgeon. I highly recommend her to friends, and family. Her staff are always helpful as well."
- Sarah Durand
"This is one of the most knowledgeable and kind surgeons that I’ve encountered. Her bedside manner is unmatched."
