Patients at Mason Clinic - General Surgery are treated like family in the comfort and convenience of Mason Clinic. Being close to home is important to patients, and a warm, caring environment where the staff is considerate of your questions and concerns about your procedure is vital to your preparation and recovery. The staff at Mason Clinic - General Surgery are true medical professionals, giving you total peace of mind and reassurance regarding your surgical procedure. Board-certified surgeons and quality care are not the only reasons to visit Mason Clinic - Surgery Clinic, because here, you truly are treated like family.

Arriving on time for your scheduled appointment is important in addressing your health care needs. Please notify Mason Health as soon as you know you will need to change or cancel your appointment. You are required to cancel your appointment at least one business day prior to your scheduled appointment because of high patient demands. Your ability to schedule future appointments will change because of missed appointments or cancellations. 

If you have questions about our No-Show and Cancellation policy, please call the clinic or download a copy of the No-Show and Cancellation Policy as indicated below. Please bring your ID and copy of your insurance card to your appointment.

If you have questions about our No-Show and Cancellation policy, please call the clinic or download a copy of the No-Show and Cancellation Policy as indicated below.

Some of the surgeries performed in the comfort of Mason General Hospital's Surgery Department include:

• Colonoscopy and colorectal surgeries
• Gastrointestinal surgeries
• Upper and lower endoscopy
• Breast, gallbladder, hernia surgeries
• Cancer tumor removal
• Laparoscopic procedures

Colon cancer screenings: 

• Strongly recommended for age 45-75 years with one of the following tests for people at average risk of colon cancer:
  • Stool testing every 1-3 years, depending on the type of test.
  • CT colonography every 5 years
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 10 years plus FIT every year
  • Colonoscopy every 10 year
  • Detailed risks and benefits of different colon cancer screening tests is available here and information about blood-based colon cancer screening is available here.
• For age 76-85 years, there may be a small benefit and whether or not to screen should be discussed with your PCP, considering overall health, prior screening history, and preferences.

Expanded Colorectal Cancer Screening Options:

Recognizing the importance of varied screening approaches, Mason Health has expanded its colorectal cancer screening options to cater to individual patient preferences. While colonoscopy remains the gold standard, patients now have additional choices to speak with their Primary Care provider about:

• Cologuard: A prescription at-home stool DNA test, highly effective at detecting colorectal cancer, though less sensitive for polyps and colon cancer.
• Shield Blood Test: Mason Health is now offering Shield, a recently FDA-approved blood test for colorectal cancer screening. While not as accurate as a colonoscopy or Cologuard, Shield is a valuable option for individuals who strongly prefer to avoid those methods and is especially effective at detecting later-stage colorectal cancers (Stage III and IV). The Shield test can be performed during a doctor’s visit, with results available within one to two weeks. A positive result from either Cologuard or Shield necessitates a follow-up colonoscopy.

Mason Health emphasizes that these tools are screening tests only. Any new or concerning symptoms for any type of cancer should always be promptly evaluated by a healthcare provider, regardless of recent normal screening results. Mason Health is committed to empowering its community with accessible, advanced, and patient-centered cancer screening options, reinforcing its dedication to the health and well-being of the Mason County area.