Surgery

Our surgeons at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse are committed to putting your needs first. We believe in improving the health of individuals and the communities we serve. We strive to provide superb, timely surgical care. All of our breast, colorectal and general surgeons are certified by the American Board of Surgery, which means our surgeons have met a standard in surgery by fulfilling specific requirements related to education, evaluation of credentials, and successful completion of written and oral examinations.

Surgery and your primary care physician

You may see a primary care provider regarding a health concern, who may then refer you to see a surgeon. You may also make an appointment to see a surgeon without seeing a primary care provider. However, you should check with your insurance company prior to scheduling appointments if you're not referred by a primary care provider. Our department also works closely with the Center for Breast Care and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Surgery services also are available in Arcadia, Prairie du Chien, Sparta and Tomah via outreach or facility-to-facility video visits. Learn more about facility-to-facility video appointments.

Questions and emergencies

Call us with any questions related to your surgical condition. A nurse will speak with you and advise you whenever possible. Please note we may need to speak to the physician and return your call later in the day. Also know that when problems cannot be resolved over the phone, you may need to be seen in the clinic. If urgent problems arise after regular business hours, please call the nurse on call at 608-392-9755 or 1-888-392-9755.

We are located on the second floor of the La Crosse Campus clinic building.