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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Sioux City, IA, 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.
Albert Odom, M.D. 1301 taylor st suite 6j columbia SC 29201 803-254-3230 |
Charles Miller, M.D. 120 Osler Drive Suite 100 Naperville IL 60540 630-428-2229 |
Aarathi Cholkeri-Singh, M.D. 120 Osler Drive Ste. 100 Napeville IL 60540 630-428-2229 |
Nadia Mileo, M.D. 3001 Coral Hills Dr., Suite 300 Coral Springs FL 33065 954-341-2916 |
Gretchen Makai, M.D. 4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd MAP II, Ste 2103 Christiana Care Health System Newark DE 19713 302-623-4410 |
David Zisow, M.D. 2005 Rock Spring Rd Ste. 3 Forest Hill - Baltimore MD 21050 410-879-1139 |
Casey Sprague, M.D. 3960 Coon Rapids Blvd. #101 Allina Women's Health Coon Rapids MN 55433 763-236-9236 |
Sherri Levin, M.D. 929 Gessner Suite 2100 Houston TX 77024 713-464-4111 |
Mark Richey, M.D. 1200 Airport Heights Ste 205 Anchorage AK 99508 9072724443 |
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Mercy Medical Center-Sioux City 801 5th St Sioux City IA 51101
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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
| | Dean Michael SPARTZ MD. Sioux City, IA
Suggestion by Lisa : " Dr. Spartz is a very compassionate doctor. He told me quite a few years ago that I had endometriosis & worked with me on controlling it. I had laser surgery 3 years before my hysterectomy because t...(Read More)" |
| | Jeffrey William BITTNER MD. Ottumwa, IA
Suggestion by Lara V : " Dr. Bittner was very caring and understanding. I had seen 4 other Dr's and 3 other OBGYNs before him and they all had the same thing to say "I don't know what to tell you". At my very first appointme...(Read More)" |
| | Linda Diane RAILSBACK MD. Des Moines, IA
Suggestion by linda powers : " This woman cares about the health of other women. She shares information with patients to help them make better decisions. AFter seven years of bad paps she finally tested me for HPV which I have....(Read More)" |
| | Theodore Vincent HAAS MD. Ottumwa, IA
Suggestion by brenda n : " He has a great bedside manner. Listens to what you have to say. Doesn't argue with you about what dicission you make about your treatment. Gives you all options available for treatment you may need. I...(Read More)" |
| | Sunny Hui ZHANG MD. Cedar Rapids, IA
Suggestion by Kristi : " In 2008 I had some uterine cancer concerns. Dr. Zhang OB GYN surgeon was wonderful working with my family physician. She explained my options very clearly communicated often with my oncologist. Dr....(Read More)" |
| | Amy NIEDERHAUSER MD. IA
Suggestion by Michelle Heater : " Dr. Amy was instrumental in diagnosing my gynecological problems. A previous doctor that I had seen for over 18 years ignored my symptoms to the point of my experiencing severe anemia. He didn't even...(Read More)" |
| | Dan GABRIELSON MD. IA
Suggestion by Deb Allard : " I am recommending Dr. Dan Gabrielson because he and his staff listen to me and my concerns have provided the best care of any Dr. I've ever had and genuinely made me feel at ease over the intimate is...(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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