 Hysterectomy Resources for Germantown, TN |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Germantown, TN, 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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Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare-Germantown Hospital
7691 Poplar Ave
Germantown TN 38138
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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
| | Kenneth Norris BYRD MD.
Memphis, TN
Suggestion by CDV : " Dr Byrd puts you at ease from the moment he walks in the door. He is very thorough and will go over everything with you. Also if you have to have a special procedure he will look at all the alternati...(Read More)" |
| | Darrington P ALTENBERN MD.
Nashville, TN
Suggestion by antamyers : " He is awesome! He took my case when I was already 7 months pregnant with my oldest becase the doctor I had at the time would not treat my bladder infection. Luckily his brother wa a Urologist so when...(Read More)" |
| | Laura J BISHOP MD.
Memphis, TN
Suggestion by Karen : " Dr. Laura Bishop is the best OB/GYN I've ever had. She is very caring and listens to all my questions and concerns. Her no bull attitude is really refreshing - this lady will not "blow smoke up your b...(Read More)" |
| | Anne F ANDERSON MD.
Nashville, TN
Suggestion by Jilly : " Dr. Anderson is very generous with her time. After I had some diagnostic tests off-site she wanted me to come in immediately and discuss the results. The waiting room was full when I arrived but Dr....(Read More)" |
| | Lewis Joseph BELLARDO MD.
Nashville, TN
Suggestion by crissy : " Dr. Lewis Bellardo is very compassionate and friendly. He explains things so that it can be easily understood. I have been going to Dr.Bellardo for a few years and he has always been very professional...(Read More)" |
| | Carl Wayne ZIMMERMAN MD.
Nashville, TN
Suggestion by Fran Cole : " Dr. Zimmerman performed a pelvic floor reconstruction on me almost a year after I had a hysterectomy A&P repair and a bladder procedure. After "everything fell" that they had worked on with the prio...(Read More)" |
| | Emily Frances EVITT MD.
Knoxville, TN
Suggestion by DeDe W : " I recommend this doctor because I have seen numerous doctorsall of which knew that I had PCOS and have had problems with my menstral cycles including chronic pelvic pain headaches irregular bleedi...(Read More)" |
| | William MCINTOSH MD.
Clarksville, TN
Suggestion by Christina K : " When you first meet Dr Mac you may be a little shocked at his size. If you saw him in public you definately wouldn't expect him to be a Dr. He's delivered both of my cousins so he was referred to me....(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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