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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Wilmington, NC, 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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New Hanover Regional Medical Center
2131 S 17th St
Wilmington NC 28401
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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
| | Kelly Anne HILL MD.
Wilmington, NC
Suggestion by DukeBlueSheDevil : " Awesome bedside manner and very honest portrayal of medical situation without sugarcoating. I have nothing but excellent things to say about Dr. Hill and I'm glad I found her. I firmly believe I...(Read More)" |
| | Sarah COLLINS MD.
Wilmington, NC
Suggestion by cathy : " This Dr. has a great personality is extremely intelligent in her field of gynocology. She is not in a hurry during office visits and will take as much time as needed to fully explain things to her p...(Read More)" |
| | Andrea Christine FOILES MD.
Wilmington, NC
Suggestion by Kristin Faircloth : " Dr. Foiles is such a great doctor. She LISTENS and takes time for each patient. She tries all options for her patients and sugery is a last resort. She is honest sincere smart and explains thing...(Read More)" |
 | Stacey Allen WOOD MD.
Charlotte, NC
Suggestion by OBnurse224 : " I worked with this doctor as a RN on several different women's units in a hospital and found him to be competent caring nice to his patients and NICE to the nurses. It was this that I based picking...(Read More)" |
| | Matthew Till COLLINS MD.
Rocky Mount, NC
Suggestion by Ashley : " Dr. Collins treated me during my third pregnancy. My first two pregnancies were troubling and I delivered each baby prematurely. My doctor did not take the fact that I delivered my children seriously...(Read More)" |
| | Melinda B MICHELSON MD.
New Bern, NC
Suggestion by Cheryl K : " For years I have suffered with endometriosis and extremely heavy and painful periods. For the past 13 yrs as we have moved around I have gone to multiple Dr about the problem nobody took the time to...(Read More)" |
| | Sophia Lorraine PAIGE MD.
Charlotte, NC
Suggestion by Riddlemethis : " I am new to the area and saw Dr. Paige on the recommendation of my internist due to an extremely large fibroid. I found her friendly and informative. She took the time to explain all of my options t...(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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