Mark S. Hinson, MD, FACS
General Surgery

Dr. Mark Hinson
Board Certified General Surgeon
CLINIC LOCATIONS
COLUMBIA CLINIC
832 Westover Drive | Suite 200
Columbia, TN 38401
TEL 931.380.3033 FAX 931.388.3401
Mon – Thu 8am – 5pm Fri 8am – 3pm
Advanced Laparoscopy
Adrenalectomy
Appendectomy
Bowel and Colon Resection
Cholecystectomy
Gallbladder Surgery
Colostomy Formation
Colostomy Reversal
Hernia Surgery and Repair
Inguinal
Incisional
Ventral
Umbilical
Spigelian
Liver Biopsy
Nissen Fundoplication
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter (Placement and Removal)
Splenectomy
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Diverticular Disease of the Colon
Hemorrhoids
Hernia Repair (Open)
Lipoma, Cysts & Skin Lesion Excision
Lymph Node Biopsy/Dissection
Port-a-cath (Placement & Removal)
Reflux/Peptic Ulcer Disease Surgery
Thyroid Surgery
Biopsies
Fine Needle Breast Aspiration
Liver
Lymph Node
Stereotactic Breast
Thyroid
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School:
University of Tennessee, College of Medicine
Memphis, TN
Residency:
Memphis, TN
Professional Memberships:
American College of Surgeons
Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons
Maury County Medical Society
Harwell Wilson Surgical Society
General Surgery Blog in Columbia
How to Recognize the Symptoms of a Gallbladder Attack
One of the most painful gastrointestinal problems is gallbladder attacks. These attacks occur when bile and minerals in the gallbladder form small stone-like deposits or gallstones. As a result, the gallbladder tries to pass the stones through the bile ducts and the...
What is Acute Diverticulitis? The Symptoms and Treatment Options
By Dr Clinton Marlar The Surgeons of The Surgical Clinic want everyone to know the signs and symptoms of a flare-up in your colon called acute diverticulitis. Colonic diverticula are small herniations through points of weakness in the muscular wall of the colon. These...
20 Signs Your Thyroid Isn’t Working Right
The thyroid gland is an important part of the endocrine system. This butterfly-shaped organ regulates important hormones that influence many functions in your body. These hormones also influence how well your body performs physically and mentally. So, if you're...
Common Questions About Thyroid Surgery
Thyroid issues are not uncommon, and many people need thyroid surgery. Whether you need to have surgery because of cancer or you have issues with your metabolism, you likely have questions. This guide will answer some questions people have when they learn they need to...
A Conversation About Colon Cancer
All of the surgeons at The Surgical Clinic recognize March as Colon Cancer Awareness Month, but there is a strong feeling that every month should be a time to remind everyone of the signs and symptoms. With early diagnosis comes our best hope for battling this cancer....
What to Expect After Gallbladder Removal Surgery
Cholecystectomy, or surgical gallbladder removal, can alleviate discomfort from gallstone pain without a lengthy hospital stay. Minimally invasive laparoscopic (video-assisted) techniques have dramatically reduced both surgical and healing timeframes. If you're...