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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Santa Cruz, CA, this page will provide added resources for your quest. Read on for specific local information about hysterectomy, surgery options, doctors, hospitals, patient testimonies and more from HysterSisters.com members.
What is a hysterectomy?
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, otherwise known as the womb. Rarely is a hysterectomy an emergency surgery. There is usually considerable time to research and explore options for discussions with your personal surgeon.
Read more about hysterectomy.
Most importantly, if you have been told you need a hysterectomy and you have explored the alternative treatments for your diagnosis, there is important information you need to know.
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Dominican Hospital
1555 Soquel Dr
Santa Cruz CA 95065
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Your first decision - What type of hysterectomy is best for you?
Different types of hysterectomy are tailored to a specific set of health needs and surgeon skills. With today's advancing technology and experienced surgeons, most women are candidates for minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive surgery typically allows for faster recovery and fewer complications. Vaginal hysterectomy, laparoscopic hysterectomy, and robotic hysterectomy are examples of minimally invasive hysterectomy options.
Ask your surgeon: Am I a candidate for minimally invasive hysterectomy? If the answer is no, ask "Why not?". Seek a second opinion of a specialized GYN surgeon for additional surgery options.
Read more about the different hysterectomy types:
Vaginal Hysterectomy
Laparscopic Hysterectomy
da Vinci¨ Hysterectomy
LESS Hysterectomy
Open Incision - Abdominal Hysterectomy
| | Nancy Sharon THORNER MD.
Santa Cruz, CA
Suggestion by Karen O : " I have been a patient of Dr. Thorner's for ~ 10 years. I first came to her because her practice took my insurance but I stayed because of her! She is very real. She is smart as he** and laugh out...(Read More)" |
 | William PARKER MD.
Santa Monica, CA
Suggestion by Nancy : " Dr. Parker is probably one of the top Doctor's in the nation when it comes to Hysterectomys and Myoectomys. He performed a Myoectomy on me in June of 2004 and it was a great success. A Myoectomy is...(Read More)" |
 | Ron LICHTENSTEIN MD.
Fresno, CA
Suggestion by shelby : " He is the doctor that will be delivering my daughter. i come into his office once a month and im not always pleased but the nurse practitoner but the minute i let him know he made sure my visits were...(Read More)" |
 | Scott Landis KRAMER MD.
Fremont, CA
Suggestion by Barb : " Dr. Kramer is the best! I am the world's worst wimp and had really gotten myself worked up over a procedure. I went to Dr. Kramer as a new patient and he took the time to explain things to me cons...(Read More)" |
 | Andrew COOK MD.
Los Gatos, CA
Suggestion by Dawn Darling : " Dr Andrew Cook and his team are dedicated to treating patients with endometriosis. I suffered for several years with this difficult condition until I finally found Dr Cook. He has a special interest...(Read More)" |
 | Ian TARAS MD.
Woodland Hills, CA
Suggestion by Linda St-Cyr : " Dr. Taras works hard for his patients - he answers emails he walks for breast cancer he has handled all of my problems his staff is fabulous & he has a great sense of humor....(Read More)" |
| | Jeffrey Albert GRAHAM MD.
Sacramento, CA
Suggestion by Cynthia : " Dr. Graham cares and he has the ability to make you feel like a member of his family in his care for you. He is knowledgeable experienced and well respected among his peers but it is his care that ca...(Read More)" |
| | Michelle Marie OLIVEIRA MD.
Pleasanton, CA
Suggestion by ik : " I have been dr. Oliveira's patient for almost 9 years. During this time i had 2 children and series of ovarian cysts and hysterectomy. Not only dr. Oliveira is very experienced and knowledgable she i...(Read More)" |
Get a Second Opinion - ALWAYS!
HysterSisters recommends that you get more than one opinion when your doctor suggests a hysterectomy. You may have a trustful long-standing history with your doctor and feel horrified that we suggest such a thing! This isn't a slap in the face for your personal physician but a smart thing for every patient to do.
Set up an appointment with a different surgeon in a different practice and even perhaps in a different town. Take your records with you but also ask for an exam. Ask if the first recommendation is appropriate. Ask for alternative suggestions.
Get a third opinion. You might find the third suggests an even less invasive solution or an alternative treatment to completely avoid surgery.
The key is for you, the patient, to get all the information you can before you agree to surgery. You cannot change your mind once the surgery is done. There are no money back guarantees if the surgery is not the cure for your problem. Be smart. Do your homework.
Read more about getting a second opinion: Give Me A Second.
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