 Hysterectomy Resources for Joliet, IL |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Joliet, IL, 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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Provena St. Joseph Medical Center
333 N Madison St
Joliet IL 60435
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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
| | Ramon Guzman LOPEZ MD.
Joliet, IL
Suggestion by stacy M : " Caring attentivepatient. Great personality the best bedside manner I have ever experienced! Listens to what you have to say! Make you feel at eaze the moment he walks in the room....(Read More)" |
| | Jose F BATTISTINI MD.
Joliet, IL
Suggestion by Waynette Patterson : " This Doctor is an amazing man. I would not have my children or my health if it were not for this man. He is incredible! After 5 miscarriages under another Doctors care I found this Doctor and gave bir...(Read More)" |
| | Russell Isam KHATER MD.
Joliet, IL
Suggestion by Christine W : " Dr R. Khater is the most amazing Dr I have ever been to. Most times you either get a good Dr OR a compationate one. This man has compassion knowledge listening skills and even if I moved I would...(Read More)" |
| | Lauren Francia STREICHER MD.
Chicago, IL
Suggestion by B. Seleski : " She is excellent in listening to you & does everything that she can to meet your needs. She is also affiliated with a top hospital so she is experienced with all of the latest trial techniques & sta...(Read More)" |
| | Shai Jun NYI MD.
Pontiac, IL
Suggestion by coachjunkie : " He's down to earth doesn't beat around the bush. Straight forward and tells you like it is. He has cared for me pre-hysterectomy and since. I really like him and won't change....(Read More)" |
| | Heather Ann CUSHING MD.
Glen Ellyn, IL
Suggestion by tazdevil67 : " I was diagnosed with uterine fibroids in 2003. I ended up having a TAH in January 2007 but kept my ovaries. Dr Cushing took the time to explain to me why I needed a hysterectomy. She answered all my q...(Read More)" |
| | Lanny Francis WILSON MD.
Hinsdale, IL
Suggestion by Gail Edmonds : " Dr. Wilson is the most compassionate communicative doctor I've ever had and I've had several in my 50 years since we moved every couple of years before settling in Illinois 20 years ago. He is high...(Read More)" |
| | Keirya KING MD.
IL
Suggestion by Jennifer Yates : " Dr. King was and is fabulous! I was a new patient to her due to my previous doctor retiring and she listened to all my complaints and concerns. As we started going through the process of my hysterect...(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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