Columbia Surgical Associates

50 Years of Surgical Excellence

3220 Bluff Creek Drive, Ste 100, Columbia, MO
(573) 443-8773 & (800) 443-1082
  • Providers
    • James B. Pitt, DO
    • John G. Adams, Jr., MD
    • Erik M. Grossmann, MD
    • Kimberly C. Suppes, MD
    • Nicole Nelson, DO
    • Erica Salinas, MD
    • Nicole Spencer, DO
    • Jennifer Sanford, MD
    • Amanda Fischer, MD
    • Safoora Choudry, MD
    • Jane Vaughan, APRN, FNP-BC
    • Allison Arends, MSN, AGNP-C, CBN
  • Services
    • Breast Disorders
    • Bariatric Surgery
    • Colorectal Surgery
    • Hernia Repair
    • LINX® Reflux Management
    • Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
    • Ostomy Care
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Understanding Dialysis Access: FAQ

January 23, 2019 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

What is an arteriovenous fistula and why do I need it for dialysis? An arteriovenous (AV) fistula simply means a vein and an artery are connected to one another. It is formed, usually in your arm, when a vein and an artery are surgically sewn together to create a dialysis access. An AV Fistula is the best […]

Filed Under: Dialysis, FAQs

Everyone’s Journey is About Balance: Weight Loss Surgery FAQs

January 17, 2019 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Columbia Surgical Associates’ Dr. Nicole Spencer answers common questions about weight loss surgery. By Nicole Spencer, DO, Columbia Surgical Associates If you’ve been considering weight loss surgery to improve your health, Boone Hospital Center’s weight loss surgery program supports you every step of the way, before, during and after your surgery, to help you meet […]

Filed Under: FAQs Tagged With: adjustable gastric banding, Dr. James Pitt, Dr. Nicole Spencer, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, weight loss surgery

Melanoma FAQ

November 20, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Melanoma

What is melanoma and what causes it? Melanoma is a cancer of melanocytes, which are cells that produce melanin, the pigment that is primarily responsible for giving skin its color. What are the signs of melanoma, and what do I do if I find a funny spot or mole? The first sign of melanoma is usually […]

Filed Under: FAQs Tagged With: FAQ, melanoma

Breast Cancer FAQ

November 20, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Why talk about breast cancer? Unlike so many conditions, breast cancer can be present with very few actual signs or symptoms yet 1 of 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed in her lifetime. These two factors make awareness so critically important. It is very important for you to understand signs and symptoms as […]

Filed Under: Cancer, FAQs Tagged With: Breast Cancer, FAQ

Gallbladder Disease FAQ

November 20, 2018 by Columbia Surgical Associates Leave a Comment

Gallbladder

What are the symptoms of gallbladder disease? Gallbladder disease symptoms can be similar to other medical conditions, so it’s important to have the proper screening and test(s) for diagnosis and treatment. Here are some symptoms that are commonly associated with gallbladder disease: Pain: especially after eating particularly fatty foods. This pain usually occurs in the […]

Filed Under: FAQs Tagged With: FAQ, Gallbladder Disease

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