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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in South Bend, IN, 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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Memorial Hospital & Health System
615 N Michigan St
South Bend IN 46601
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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
| | Mark Gregory LEWIS DO.
South Bend, IN
Suggestion by Jan H. : " Dr Lewis has recently stopped delivering babies and only does the GYN part of the practice. He is about 50ish and takes the time to talk to you and more importantly LISTENS to what you have to say a...(Read More)" |
 | Wendy Kinsey CORNING MD.
Bloomington, IN
Suggestion by Amy : " WONDERFUL bedside manner!!! This is a person who you feel like you've know forever as soon as you meet her! Dr. Corning provided me excellent care both pre and post op (TVH). She really listened t...(Read More)" |
| | Brian Elliott HALEY MD.
Yorktown, IN
Suggestion by michelle : " Dr. Haley is very compassionate and has a GREAT bedside manner. I would suggest him (and have) to friends and family. I am so glad I was able to get a doctor that knows what he's doing and takes the t...(Read More)" |
| | Stephan KRAELING MD.
Lawrenceburg, IN
Suggestion by Nicole H : " He is an awesome doctor and in my eyes saved me from years of suffering. He worked hand in hand with my hemotologist because of my bleeding disorder and together they got me through my partial hyto...(Read More)" |
| | Rick GATES MD.
Indianapolis, IN
Suggestion by Linda N : " I had my kids with a GP. Referred by the GP to Dr. Gates for a tubal ligation. Then a couple of years later I had a D&C and I was followed for excessive bleeding which I just dealt with by diet and...(Read More)" |
| | Anthony Nicholas GENTILE MD.
Dyer, IN
Suggestion by Kathy : " Very thorough and experienced. Treated for fibroids and overgrowth of uterine wall. Felt that he encouraged further testing tried other options before going right to major surgery and even consulted...(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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