 Hysterectomy Resources for Duluth, MN |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Duluth, MN, 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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St. Luke's Hospital
915 E 1st St
Duluth MN 55805
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St. Mary's Duluth Health Systems
407 E 3rd St
Duluth MN 55805
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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
| | James Albert SEBASTIAN MD.
Duluth, MN
Suggestion by ironranger : " I went to see Dr Sebastian (OBGYN) for infertility issues. I had been referred to him by a few friends & when I was trying to conceive a child & needed more help & info then my regular OBGYN could giv...(Read More)" |
| | James Marson KOBERSTEIN MD.
Duluth, MN
Suggestion by Patti : " Dr Koberstein is an amazing OBGYN. I have been a patient of his for almost 20 years. He delivered both my children by c-section and just recently did my total abdominl hysterectomy with right tube...(Read More)" |
| | Scott William JOHNSON MD.
Duluth, MN
Suggestion by Rachael Ratzlaff : " He was recommended to me by one of his patient's who is a chiropractor. I went to see him on her recommendation and he was wonderful. I was leary about seeing a male for my female problems but he...(Read More)" |
| | Mark Kenneth WIDSTROM MD.
Duluth, MN
Suggestion by Chelli K : " Dr. Widstrom is like no other doctor. He takes the time to listen to what the "problem" is and gives you options. Even when you have exausted all the possible options that surgical hysterectomy may...(Read More)" |
 | Eric ENGLISH MD.
St. Paul, MN
Suggestion by Jane : " After suffered many many months of excessive bleeding and a lot of very painful procedures (that didn't work) with my previous OB/GYN I knew it was time to find a new doctor. I was referred to Dr. E...(Read More)" |
| | Roger Walker RHODES MD.
Hopkins, MN
Suggestion by Sherice : " I have seen Dr Roger Rhodes off and on for over 10 years. First for infertility issues (resolved by adoption) then for menstration issues resulting in a total abdominal hysterectomy on November 30...(Read More)" |
| | Charles HAISLETT MD.
Edina, MN
Suggestion by Laurie Moser : " He is an expert in endometrosis. He is the FIRST OB/GYN who actually took the time to listen to my symptoms and to really care about what was going on with my health. He is an excellent surgeon a ver...(Read More)" |
| | Vickie Lee DENNIS MD.
Saint Cloud, MN
Suggestion by Bjindra : " Vickie is a very kind and compassionate doctor. She takes the time with you to answer all your questions and I never feel rushed when I see her. She has done two surgeries for me and I am comfortabl...(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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