Ask your doctor or gynecologist for a referral or call directly to request an appointment with Oklahoma’s only fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at OU Health in Oklahoma City.
Call (405) 271-9493If you or a loved one need treatment for complex benign (non-cancerous) gynecologic conditions beyond the scope of care provided by your regular gynecologist or primary care physician, you can rely on the specially trained gynecologic surgeon at OU Health in Oklahoma City.
Complex gynecologic conditions can develop from issues related to endometriosis – which affects one in 10 women nationwide – as well as uterine fibroid disease, scarring or adhesions from previous surgeries or the involvement of multiple and/or large organs in a gynecology problem. At OU Health, you may qualify for minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS) if you experience one or more of these conditions:
Heavy periods
Painful periods
Lower back pain or chronic pelvic pain
Frequent urination
Pain with bowel movement
Pain with sex
A MIGS procedure at OU Health also may be an option if you receive a diagnosis of:
Endometriosis – Growth of uterine tissue in abnormal places
Endometriosis with obesity
Adenomyosis – Uterine lining grows into muscle wall
Leiomyoma – Uterine fibroids
Large benign ovarian cyst or other benign pelvic mass
Ask your doctor or gynecologist for a referral or call directly to request an appointment with Oklahoma’s only fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at OU Health in Oklahoma City.
Call (405) 271-9493When you choose OU Health for complex benign gynecologic surgery, you gain access to Oklahoma’s only fellowship-trained surgeon who holds extensive experience in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS) and advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgical techniques, with a special emphasis on endometriosis and benign fibroids.
At OU Health, you’ll work with our MIGS surgeon in a patient-centered, multidisciplinary team setting to determine an accurate diagnosis and develop an individual treatment plan based on your goals, symptoms and needs. You and your team also may collaborate with many other medical specialists to address complex benign gynecologic conditions related to body systems such as:
Colorectal care
Fertility/infertility and reproductive medicine
Gastroenterology
Urology and more
You and your OU Health MIGS team will work together to fully understand your benign gynecologic condition and determine the best type of treatment for your specific situation. Your options may include laparoscopic, minimally invasive or robotic-assisted surgical techniques or a combination of surgical procedures and medical approaches, including:
Endometriosis removal by surgical excision (cutting away vs. ablation/burning) with or without hysterectomy
Fertility-sparing and definitive surgeries for benign (non-cancerous) pelvic masses
Fibroid removal (myomectomy); uterine-preserving options
Ovarian cyst removal (ovarian cystectomy)
Uterine removal (hysterectomy)
In addition, you may benefit from OU Health MIGS-related services such as:
Medications and medical management for endometriosis with long-term follow-up to retain uterus
Pelvic floor physical therapy for reactive pain from severe endometriosis through OU Health Pelvic & Bladder Health Center
While standard “open” procedures create a significant incision in the skin and muscles to access internal organs or tissues, minimally invasive surgery techniques involve only small snips using precision tools guided by tiny flexible telescopic cameras. You benefit from these advanced treatments through:
Decreased blood loss
Lower risk of infection
Less post-procedure pain
Same-day treatment and return home; no required overnight hospital stay
Faster recovery from lower impact on your body
Safe and comfortable home-based recovery
Depending on your particular condition, each type of surgery offers effective treatment. You and your OU Health care team will review your options and work together to help determine the appropriate approach for your care.
Find out more about related OU Health services such as:
Women’s health, including pelvic health and bladder health
Your OU Health minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon and MIGS team concentrate only on the care of benign complex gynecologic issues. That means you benefit from your surgeon’s focus and extensive experience gained through fellowship training in specialized procedures for these complicated and challenging health conditions.
In addition, your OU Health care team may include specialists from healthcare fields related to your specific situation. Everyone works together with you to develop options, determine appropriate steps, and help make the best decisions for your care and overall health.
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