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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Hampton, 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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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
| | Walter Robert S CURTIS MD.
Hampton, VA
Suggestion by Linda : " I suffered for almost 5 years with very long very painful periods. After seeing a few different doctors an being told there where worst things. I finally broke down an went an seen my mother in laws g...(Read More)" |
| | Maureen OREGAN MD.
Herndon, VA
Suggestion by Kate : " Dr. Maureen O'Regan cared for my mother for many years during her ovarian cancer and did subsequent prophylactic TAH/BSO's on my sister and I. She is a very experienced skilled and caring doctor....(Read More)" |
| | Peter Steven PYATAK MD.
Fredericksburg, VA
Suggestion by Rachel C : " I have suffered from chronic pelvic pain forever and needed a hysterectomy. I was looking for someone with experience to do my hysterectomy by an advanced laparoscopic procedure to take care of my pr...(Read More)" |
| | Anne M DOBRZYNSKI MD.
Annandale, VA
Suggestion by Kim H : " Dr Dobrzynski Is by far the most caring doctor I have had the privilage to know in all my 40 years. She always has a smile and a sweet disposition. I came to her on the advice of my local GYN who cou...(Read More)" |
| | Samuel GRIMM MD.
Fairfax, VA
Suggestion by Odessa : " Dr. Grimm is a kind caring and very helpful doctor. He explained everthing to me and answered many questions. He is very easy to talk and makes you feel comfortable about asking anything that is o...(Read More)" |
| | Gustavo Alberto ROSSI MD.
Arlington, VA
Suggestion by Nair : " Wonderful Doctor. Skilled Surgon. Performed GYN surgery on me at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington Virginia. I highly recommend Dr Rossi and the other doctors and midwife at Arlington Women's C...(Read More)" |
| | Charles William SMITH MD.
Colonial Heights, VA
Suggestion by Karen F : " Dr. Smith is new to my life. He was a second opinion physician for chronic abdominal (uterine) pain and provided not only the support and understanding I needed but was also willing to 'think outsid...(Read More)" |
| | Randal John WEST MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by MARIE PRICE : " DR WEST IS THE GREATEST! HAD TAH 4/6/06 AND WAS SO AT EASE AFTER MY FIRST OFFICE VISIT THAT I HAD ABSOLUTELY NO FEAR OF THE SURGERY. SINCE MY SURGERY I CALLED 1 TIME FOR WHAT I THOUGHT MIGHT BE A PROB...(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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