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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Newport News, 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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Riverside Regional Medical Center
500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News VA 23601
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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
| | Kristin YONKER MD.
Newport News, VA
Suggestion by ZuZus Petals : " Dr. Yonker has been my GYN for two years. She and her associate Dr Kathy K O'Connell did my Hysto surgery on 4-23-07. Dr Yonker went over every detail showed me films gave me "take homes" and a foll...(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)" |
| | Jennifer SANTIAGO MD.
Reston, VA
Suggestion by sadpatient : " I am also looking for Dr.Santiago with no luck so far. Please add comments if any one locates where she is now practicing. thanks D...(Read More)" |
| | 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)" |
| | Kristin Denielle DEHAVEN MD.
Winchester, VA
Suggestion by Beth : " Dr. DeHaven is an OB/Gyn with Winchester Obstetrics & Gynecology. She delivered my second child via c-section performed a laparoscopic surgery for adhesions and most recently a total abdominal hyst...(Read More)" |
| | Christopher C KEELEY MD.
Roanoke, VA
Suggestion by hyper : " I saw Dr Keeley for a second opinion and ended up switching to his practice! He is empathetic he spent a great deal of time talking to me and made sure I was able to ask all of my questions. He gave...(Read More)" |
| | Karen Walker JEFFERSON MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by POOH35 : " She is just AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME! She came highly recommended as a GYN and has been extremely professional and caring through some tough times. She made me feel as though I was her patient da...(Read More)" |
| | Nancy Jamison ARMSTRONG MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Sandra : " I have been seeing Dr. Armstrong since I was 18 years old. She was with me during my infertility very difficult pregnancy birth and cancer. She is very knowledgeable sympathic and makes you feel...(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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