Surgical Association of Mobile, P.A.

Surgical Association of Mobile, P.A. Surgical Association of Mobile has been serving patients since 1973 as the largest private, independ Quatrino, and Dr. Timothy W.

SAMPA surgeons have a long history of working on the cutting edge of surgery. We were the first to perform a laparoscopic adrenalectomy anywhere in the world! SAMPA completed the first laparoscopic colectomy in 1991, the first laparoscopic gastric bypass in the region in 2001, the first robotic surgery in the region in 2013, among many other firsts. Our specialized services include a full range of

weight loss procedures, breast surgery, acid reflux surgery, and colorectal surgery along with other general surgery procedures. The SAMPA team offers minimally invasive options and robotically assisted surgery for many of the complex procedures we perform meaning decreased risk, smaller scars, and less pain for the patient. We would love to help you find better health and are ready to cheer you on along your journey. Our caring and capable team includes Dr. Jeffrey Hannon, Dr. Daniel Lane, Dr. Forrest Ringold, Dr. Dusty Smith, Dr. Barry Ballard, Jr., Dr. Gregory M. Mansour as well as our certified Nurse Practitioners Jill Hawkins, Claudia Fantucci, and Alison Holland. We invite you to learn more about Surgical Association of Mobile, P.A. at https://sampadocs.com/ or by calling our team at (251) 433-2609.

Colorectal cancer isn’t rare, and it’s increasingly affecting younger adults.As the third most commonly diagnosed cancer...
05/22/2026

Colorectal cancer isn’t rare, and it’s increasingly affecting younger adults.
As the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer-related death, colorectal cancer remains one of the most urgent public health concerns we face today.

Genetics absolutely play a role, but so do the everyday patterns we often overlook like physical activity, nutrition, body weight, and long-term lifestyle habits.

Research continues to show strong links between obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and colorectal cancer risk, not only in who develops it, but also in outcomes after diagnosis.

Prevention starts with the choices we make years before symptoms ever appear.

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

For more than 50 years, our team has had the privilege of walking alongside bariatric patients through some of the most ...
05/20/2026

For more than 50 years, our team has had the privilege of walking alongside bariatric patients through some of the most life-changing chapters of their lives. 9,500+ to be exact!

We couldn’t do it without our incredible team.

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

🎉 Dr. Ballard, Dr. Ringold, and Dr. Quatrino are officially Nappie Award finalists and now they need your support to bri...
05/13/2026

🎉 Dr. Ballard, Dr. Ringold, and Dr. Quatrino are officially Nappie Award finalists and now they need your support to bring home the win! You can vote once a day through May 31st for your SAMPA doctors in the following categories:

🏆 Dr. Barry Ballard
Best General Surgeon

🏆 Dr. Forest Ringold
Best General Surgeon
Best Weight Loss Doc (Surgical)

🏆 Dr. Gregory Quatrino
Best Butts and Guts

Every vote counts. Let’s show them some love and help push them to the top!
Vote here: https://www.votenappies.com/ #//

04/29/2026

What actually counts as exercise?
A walk around the block, a swim, chasing your kids around the yard, or yes, the housework we mentioned a few posts ago. A gym membership counts too... but only if you actually use it. 😅

Exercise looks different for everyone. Jill’s here to share what counts, what doesn’t, and how to incorporate movement into daily life.

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

Exercise and diet aren’t just good for your waistline, they may protect you from cancer.Colorectal cancer is becoming in...
04/23/2026

Exercise and diet aren’t just good for your waistline, they may protect you from cancer.

Colorectal cancer is becoming increasingly more common, and obesity creates the kind of internal environment, chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic changes, where cancer cells are more likely to take hold.

Recent research shows that regular movement and anti-inflammatory eating can reduce cancer risk, improve how patients tolerate treatment, and even increase survival rates in those already diagnosed.

That’s not a small thing! We discuss further on the blog:
https://sampadocs.com/2025/12/24/surprise-surprise-exercise-contributes-to-cancer-prevention/

04/21/2026

Bariatric surgery is life-changing. But it’s not magic.
Some conditions improve dramatically while others take more time. And some require continued management no matter what.

What surgery does is give your body a real fighting chance! Better metabolic health, less strain on your joints, improved energy, and in many cases, significant changes in conditions like Type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea.

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

General surgery covers more ground than most people realize, and so does our team. Appendicitis, breast surgery, colon s...
04/15/2026

General surgery covers more ground than most people realize, and so does our team. Appendicitis, breast surgery, colon surgery, thyroid conditions and more — we handle it with the same standard of care every time.

As one of the Gulf Coast's premier laparoscopic surgery centers, we've spent decades showing up for patients and we can’t wait to extend that care to you!

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

Stressed out and suddenly raiding the pantry at 10 pm? Chronic stress actually spikes cortisol levels, which cranks up h...
04/09/2026

Stressed out and suddenly raiding the pantry at 10 pm? Chronic stress actually spikes cortisol levels, which cranks up hunger hormones and makes cravings hit harder — especially for the stuff you’re trying to avoid.

When you’re already working hard to stay on track, stress can slowly undo a lot of it.

We discuss exactly what’s happening in the body, and what to do about it, on the blog:
https://sampadocs.com/2026/01/14/your-brain-on-stress-after-bariatric-surgery/

04/06/2026

The work we do beforehand isn’t filler – it’s actually the foundation. The habits, patterns, and mindsets that led you here in the first place don’t disappear on the operating table. So we don’t ignore them, we tackle them head-on. By the time surgery happens, your brain is already on board! 🧠

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

🩺 It's National Doctors’ Day which means we’re celebrating 5 incredible doctors who show up every single day for our pat...
03/30/2026

🩺 It's National Doctors’ Day which means we’re celebrating 5 incredible doctors who show up every single day for our patients!

We are so lucky to have them, and so are our patients!

📞(251) 433-2609
💻SampaDocs.com
📍Mobile, Alabama

Address

3 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Ste 212
Mobile, AL
36607

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+12514332609

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