 Hysterectomy Resources for Wenatchee, WA |
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If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Wenatchee, WA, 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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Wenatchee Valley Medical Center
820 N. Chelan Avenue
Wenatchee WA 98801
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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
| | Kevin Scott PITTS MD.
Wenatchee, WA
Suggestion by WANDA : " I went to Dr. Pitts as a referral from my regular Doctor. He was my surgeon for a hysterectomy. I appreciated his care and concern for me. He called me personally at home to talk with me and I just re...(Read More)" |
| | Clifford Wyn ROGERS MD.
Marysville, WA
Suggestion by Lindsey : " Dr. Rogers was great in helping me through the process of my surgery. Given my non-surgical experience Dr. Roger's explained every details of the pro's and possible con's (haven't found many) tha...(Read More)" |
| | Jennifer C QUIMBY MD.
Silverdale, WA
Suggestion by Rachel Ring : " Jennifer Quimby took my pain & suffering seriously. After being told that I was fine for over a year by different doctor she actually listened to what I had to say. I never felt rushed or unimportant....(Read More)" |
| | Peter Earl FERN MD.
Spokane, WA
Suggestion by Erica : " At 25 years of age I had a hysterectomy. Dr Fern was so caring and considerate of the questions I had for someone my age having a hysterectomy. He was and still remains genuinly concerned for my hea...(Read More)" |
| | Catherine Ann HUNTER DO.
Renton, WA
Suggestion by Clayton : " Dr. Hunter performed my hysterectomy and did my follow-up care in 2004. When I suffered complications due to a seroma she explained to my husband how to continue my care at home. I continue to see Dr...(Read More)" |
| | Elisabeth Susan ANTON MD.
Redmond, WA
Suggestion by Glenda : " Dr Anton is very professional understanding and comforting in giving you the bad news of cancer. I trusted her immediately as she called on a Sunday morning from her vacation hotel. Her magical tou...(Read More)" |
| | Cheri SEARS MD.
Olympia, WA
Suggestion by Kandy : " Dr. Sears has a wonderful bedside manner and is very careful in her explanations and how she deals with sensitive female issues. She involved my husband in every step of the process. She keeps herself...(Read More)" |
| | Ann Marie KOLWITZ MD.
Bellevue, WA
Suggestion by Crunchy1 : " Kolwitz did a great job on my surgery. She did total vaginal hysterectomy; I healed beautifully and right on schedule. She has a very direct approach and is patient answering all my questions....(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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