Hysterectomy Information, Doctors, Hospitals for Dothan, AL

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Hysterectomy Resources for Dothan, AL

If you are looking for specific information about hysterectomy in Dothan, AL, 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.

Doctors in or near Dothan, AL - Find More Doctors

Michele Cowling, M.D. 303 Nicollet Blvd Burnsville MN 55337 952.460.4000	John Lenihan, M.D. 314 ML King Jr. Way Suite 104 Tacoma WA 98465 253-403-5432	Nadia Mileo, M.D. 3001 Coral Hills Dr., Suite 300 Coral Springs FL 33065 954-341-2916
Nonnie-Marie Estella, M.D. 10 Research Place Suite 520 North Chelmsford MA 01863 978-459-8300	Gretchen Makai, M.D. 4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd MAP II, Ste 2103 Christiana Care Health System Newark DE 19713 302-623-4410	Michael Wong, M.D. 4282 Genesee Ave Suite 201 San Diego CA 92117 858-268-0300
Wilfredo R. Ramos, M.D. 5301 F Street, Suite 210 Sacramento CA 95819 (916) 453-3440	Chris Hutchinson, M.D. Suite 7B, 1301 Taylor St. Columbia SC 29201 (803) 254-9461 (Ext. 136)	Chuong Pham, M.D. 18220 Tomball Parkway, SUite 320 Houston TX 77070 832-237-0222

Hospitals in or near Dothan, AL - Find Hospitals in other Locations

Flowers Hospital
4370 W Main St
Dothan AL 36305

Southeast Alabama Medical Center
1108 Ross Clark Circle
Dothan AL 36301

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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

Find More Doctor Suggestions

Ellen Doyle PHILLIPS MD.
Dothan, AL

Suggestion by Suzanne B : "Dr. Phillips treated me for Endometriosis & when I developed blood clots she then did a hysterectomy. She also handles all my female health issues. Dr. Phillips really listens to her patients. S...(Read More)"

Scott Austin GILCHRIST MD.
Dothan, AL

Suggestion by dandelions83 : "Dr. Gilchrist recently performed a partial hysterectomy for me. Throughout my time as a patient he has always taken the time to listen to my medical issues and fully discuss treatment options. When...(Read More)"

James WEST MD.
AL

Suggestion by leeslynn : "I would like to recomend Dr West OB GYN because of the excellent care I recieved. I have been seeing him since I moved to this area in 1993. He performed a type of Thermachoice in 98 that complete...(Read More)"

Deann DIPIAZZA MD.
Tuscaloosa, AL

Suggestion by Clytee D : "For many years other doctors had overlooked what this doctor called a threat to my life- endometrial cancer. She was very caring and honest. She had my best interest at heart. She found the surgent sh...(Read More)"

James Eugene SPEED DO.
Huntsville, AL

Suggestion by Dee Johnson : "Dr. Speed delivered my last of three children 20 years ago. With the birth of my last child I started having difficulties and went into labor early and Dr. Speed was wonderful. Thankfully both I an...(Read More)"

Dean Arthur VEREN MD.
Birmingham, AL

Suggestion by Gladys V : "I was so used to going to see my OB/GYN in Cullman and him taking a medical history while undressed that the first time I went to see my wonderful Dr. Veren I was shocked. We sat down in his office an...(Read More)"

Don Allan WHEELER MD.
Huntsville, AL

Suggestion by Annette : "With the help of friends I was able to find one of the finest doctors I've ever met trusted felt comfortable with and very professional. I had lost my trust in doctors for several years and thank...(Read More)"

Gloria SHORT MD.
Cullman, AL

Suggestion by Katherine Fowler : "Dr. Short is not only a great ob/gyn but also a great friendly caring person. She will take the time you need with her and will work with you with any concerns you have. I recently worked with her...(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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