 Hysterectomy Resources for Richmond, VA |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Richmond, 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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Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center
1201 Broad Rock Blvd
Richmond VA 23249
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Henrico Doctor's Hospital
1602 Skipwith Rd
Richmond VA 23229
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Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
5801 Bremo Rd
Richmond VA 23226
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Chippenham Johnston Willis Hospitals Inc-Chippenham Campus
7101 Jahnke Rd
Richmond VA 23225
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Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
403 N. 13th St.
Richmond VA 23298
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Chippenham Johnston Willis Hospital
1401 Johnston-Willis Drive
Richmond VA 23235
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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
| | 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)" |
| | Adam Julius FIEDLER MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Gem : " I have been a patient of Dr. Fiedler since I was a teen. I had two children under his care and just had my hysterectomy. He listens is funny and I feel like I can talk to him about anything and I h...(Read More)" |
| | Boyd CLARY MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Melanie Titmus : " I really can't say enough about Dr Clary. He performed my hysterectomy almost a year ago and although I had a difficult recovery he never gave up on me. He has always been honest and caring and has ne...(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)" |
| | Susan M DAUSCH MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Bridgette : " I have been a patient of Dr. Dausch for many years. I can not say enough good things about her. She is the most caring Dr that I have ever come across. Every time I have been to see her she makes you...(Read More)" |
| | Malcolm Lawrence HOWELL MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Karen : " I have been a patient of Dr. Malcolm Howell's for 15 years. He has performed 4 laproscopic surgeries on me. The first was for birth defects in my uterus 15 years ago. He corrected a wall of tissue t...(Read More)" |
| | Erika Martha BLANTON MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by peggiesue : " My PCP recommended Dr. Blanton when she suspected gyn issue including possible gyn cancer. On my first visit to Dr. Blanton's office I was immediately impressed by the professionalism of her office a...(Read More)" |
| | Adrienne Louise MARAIST MD.
Richmond, VA
Suggestion by Tess Kern : " Adrianne is GREAT! She is part of an All-women OB-GYN group and from what I've heard all of the doctors there are terrific. She has been my doctor for 10 years performed my hysterectomy and the...(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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