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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Harrisburg, PA, 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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PinnacleHealth at Community General Osteopathic Hospital
4300 Londonderry Rd
Harrisburg PA 17109
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Pinnacle Health System
111 S Front St
Harrisburg PA 17101
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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
 | Robert ECHENBERG MD.
PA
Suggestion by Carolyn Schwartz : " Dr. Echenberg specializes in female pelvic pain and deals with many interstitial cystis patients. It's not that easy to find a specialist in this condition and especially not one as dedicated as Dr...(Read More)" |
| | David John HANES MD.
Sellersville, PA
Suggestion by chyobabs : " Dr Hanes has been so kind and patient with us since I began to go to him in October of 2006. I had been having problems for years and all of the other Doctors just sent me to a different Doctor. He pe...(Read More)" |
| | Alexander BATCHEV DO.
PA
Suggestion by Gwen : " I recommend this doctor because he is a great Ob/GYN. On our first visit he came in and introduced himself and talked to me about my history and current problems before I had to change for the exam. T...(Read More)" |
| | Anne-Marie STERLIN MD.
Johnstown, PA
Suggestion by Carmen Kipp : " I highly recommend Dr. Sterlin if you live in or around the Johnstown PA area. She showed great compassion to me and is very skilled. My hysterectomy for uterine cancer was successful with no compl...(Read More)" |
| | John Joseph DEENEY MD.
Philadelphia, PA
Suggestion by Katherine Braun : " I went through 7 doctors before finding Dr. Deeney. What made him different? He listens first! Dr. Deeney is up on the latest procedures yet is a real person. He cares not only about a diagnosis...(Read More)" |
| | Timothy Joseph WEIBEL MD.
Erie, PA
Suggestion by Rebecca : " What a great doctor. He listens he takes your thoughts into consideration has a great bedside manner and he keeps you informed! I was referred to him for my GYN issues from my PCP. Dr. Weibel has...(Read More)" |
| | Adib Najib KHOUZAMI MD.
Johnstown, PA
Suggestion by Misti : " I have been a patient of Dr Khouzami since he came to our area in 1999. He delivered 2 of my 4 children. In 1999 and 2005. He is an awesume doctor..great bedside manner trustworthy and very carin...(Read More)" |
| | Francis DEFABO MD.
Latrobe, PA
Suggestion by Deborah Batsa : " When I had my 3rd bad pap test result with pre cancerous cells he suggested getting a hysterectomy for preventive measures. I agreed because I had already had my tubes tied and wasn't planning any mo...(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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