Welcome to Mayo Connect @thomastaylor. I hope you are adjusting to this new diagnosis. It's never easy and can take time to accept. Be patient with yourself.
Sometimes the 'best' surgeon is the one who you trust, and one who you are comfortable communicating your needs.
If it's important to be near home, so you have the support that you need, then look for that. You may want someone in a health network that will work with your local doctor/s. What else is important to you when looking for a surgeon? Did you get an appointment yet?