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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Park Ridge, 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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Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
1775 Dempster St
Park Ridge IL 60068
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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
| | Susan Michele LUPO MD.
Park Ridge, IL
Suggestion by Michele F : " Dr. Lupo has been my doctor for the past 15 years. She performed my fibroidectomy and my hysterectomy. I have found her to be an excellent surgeon and is also very warm and understanding. Also w...(Read More)" |
| | Adrienne Louise RAY MD.
Chicago, IL
Suggestion by Sandra N : " Dr Ray is very caring knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She takes the time to listen & try to resolve your medical problems. Great physician!...(Read More)" |
| | Bradley Joseph TISSIER MD.
O Fallon, IL
Suggestion by shirley : " I have had many OB Drs being a wife of a military person. I can not explain the extrodinary service that is given by this Dr and his staff. I have had this Dr now for 3 years. You have to experience...(Read More)" |
| | Sameer SHARMA MD.
IL
Suggestion by sammy : " Dr Sharma has been caring for my ovarian cancer for 3 years. He has performed several difficult surgeries and given me chemotherapy. He is very dedicated to his profession and to his patients. He also...(Read More)" |
| | Jody Lynn KELLY MD.
Peoria, IL
Suggestion by Sheila Shields : " I had to have a total abdonimal hysterectomy. Dr. Jodi Kelly is my regular OB/GYN doctor and she performed the operation. She did a great job explaining why I had to have the procedure what to expe...(Read More)" |
| | Sandra VALAITIS MD.
IL
Suggestion by M Jones : " Dr Valaitis is an Asso Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology and Section Chief Gynecology/Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has been in practice for...(Read More)" |
| | Barbara SOLTES MD.
Chicago, IL
Suggestion by Margie Teresi : " I was so happy to have found Dr. Soltes. After my total hysterectomy I was in a terrible way. I had the hysterectomy for endometreosis and for 6 weeks post surgery I was not on any hormome replaceme...(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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