Columbia Surgical Associates

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3220 Bluff Creek Drive, Ste 100, Columbia, MO
(573) 443-8773 & (800) 443-1082
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    • Erik M. Grossmann, MD
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Hernia FAQ

November 20, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Hernia

What are the symptoms of a hernia and when should I be concerned? Hernias can develop anywhere on the abdomen and the specific symptoms you may experience can vary depending upon the location of the hernia. Some general signs that you might have a hernia include: A visible bulge on your abdomen that may disappear […]

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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) FAQ

November 20, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates 1 Comment

PVD

What is Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)? Often referred to as “poor circulation” Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) is a blood circulation disorder that limits the supply of blood to the extremities as a result of narrowing and blockages of arteries. PVD develops due to a build-up of plaque inside artery walls (atherosclerosis.) Plaque reduces blood flow […]

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Hemorrhoid FAQ

November 19, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Hemorrhoids

What are hemorrhoids? Everyone has hemorrhoids. It is only when they swell or bulge causing problems that you even realize they’re there.  Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus that become irritated. For many, the cause is unknown but is often associated with increased pressure on the veins from straining […]

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Melanoma FAQ: The Most Common Cancer

June 29, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

FAQ: Melanoma What is melanoma and what causes it? What are the signs of melanoma and what do I do if I find a funny spot or mole? What are things patients should do for non-visible melanoma? What should I do if I notice a changing mole and what should happen next? How is Melanoma […]

Filed Under: Cancer Tagged With: cancer, Dr. Nicole Nelson, melanoma, skin cancer

CSA Gives Back:Ronald McDonald House

June 21, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Dr. Pitt

The CSA staff volunteered to provide, cook and serve dinner to the residents at Ronald McDonald House on a recent hot summer evening. This is a great program to help those families staying at Ronald McDonald House have a home-cooked meal while their children receive treatment and care at Women’s and Children’s Hospital. The volunteers […]

Filed Under: CSA Gives Back Tagged With: CSA Give Back, Helping others

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