Why are Hispanics Less Likely to Screen for Colon Cancer?
Colon cancer screening rates are significantly lower among Hispanic Americans over 50, and Hispanic Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with colon cancer in advanced stages.
Why Choose Us?
Our physicians and staff at Mississippi Coast Endoscopy & Ambulatory Surgery Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in their quest to treat an array of digestive, sinus, urology, general surgery and chronic pain conditions.
Our goal at Mississippi Coast Endoscopy & Ambulatory Surgery Center is to ensure your comfort and safety by providing a team of board-certified surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses whose focus is your comfort and care.
Additionally, our patients have highly rated the care they received from our doctors and staff, and they say they are likely to recommend our center for outpatient procedures. See what they had to say.
For Your Visit
Mississippi Coast Endoscopy & Ambulatory Surgery Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
Patient Forms
At Mississippi Coast Endoscopy & Ambulatory Surgery Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. These documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Mississippi Coast Endoscopy & Ambulatory Surgery Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet the Doctors
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William P. Avara, III
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Micah Bahr
M.D.
John Bailey
M.D., F.A.C.S.
William Descher
M.D.
Edward Dvorak
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Nicholas Fayard
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Darrell G. Finlay
M.D.
John Hall
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Catherine P. Hirsch
M.D.
Mark S. Lyell
M.D.
Andrea McMurphy
M.D.
Jason T. McNeese
M.D.
Jason Payne
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Ronald D. Rinker
M.D.
Walter Risley
M.D.
Renee T. Shiao
M.D.
Jeremy Simpler
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Gary J. Sinopoli
M.D.
David L. Spencer, Jr.
M.D.
Forrest S. Wells
M.D.
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