 Hysterectomy Resources for Charlottesville, VA |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Charlottesville, VA, 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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University of Virginia Health System
Jefferson Park Ave
Charlottesville VA 22908
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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
| | Julie BLOMMEL MD.
Charlottesville, VA
Suggestion by Jeannie Tomlin : " I highly recommend Dr. Julie Blommel. She's a great OB/GYN who performed a complete hysterectomy on me less than a year ago. She was wonderful in every aspect of the doctor/patient relationship. Frien...(Read More)" |
| | Gavin Neil FOSTER MD.
Leesburg, VA
Suggestion by Sunni : " Dr. Foster is very personable and works with you to help you get the most from his care. Takes his time with you and really listens and offers more than one option. Been his patient for more than 10...(Read More)" |
| | Kurian THOTT MD.
VA
Suggestion by TED : " Dr. Thott was very kind and paitient answering all my questions and concerns. Dr. Thott was the fourth doctor I saw. I needed a laparascopic hysterectomy and wanted to make sure I foud the best docto...(Read More)" |
| | Renee CARISIO-FARBER MD.
Warrenton, VA
Suggestion by Meribeth : " Dr. Carisio-Farber helped me when I thought I couldn't find a Dr. to take my pains seriously. I believe she might have actually scoffed when I told her what sort of treatments I had had in the past. S...(Read More)" |
| | Jodie HORTON MD.
Woodbridge, VA
Suggestion by Jacqueline Moore : " Dr.Jodie Horton is a Dr. like no othershe is everything a Dr. wishes she could be. She did my Hysterectomy last year and I was so sick from being so Anemic that she stayed in the hospitol with me ov...(Read More)" |
| | Joseph Harry ELLEN MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by nick : " Dr. Ellen preformed my hysterectomy and if I had to do it again I would only go to Dr. Ellen. He was very knowledgeable caring and had a great bed side manner. Dr. Ellen knows what he is doing. I h...(Read More)" |
| | John Lee LOCKHART MD.
Newport News, VA
Suggestion by Tina DeAnda : " Dr. Lockhart delivered my son 6 years ago and performed my hysterectomy last January. There is not another Dr. that I have ever had that I would recommend as highly as I recommend him. He and his of...(Read More)" |
| | Ray Allen WERTHEIM MD.
Fairfax, VA
Suggestion by Misnick : " Doctor was actually the second surgeon for my TLH. He performs the surgery with my doctor. Let first state that he contacted me so that we could meet before the surgery. Thumbs up. He could have perfo...(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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