Dealing With Fibroids By Dr. Michael Sprague

Fibroids are benign, non-cancerous overgrowths arising within the muscle layer of the uterus.  Fibroids oftentimes do not cause any troublesome symptoms and, in such instances, do not require treatment.   Many women, however, experience abdominal swelling, heavy menstrual bleeding, uterine cramping, pelvic or back pain, discomfort with intercourse, pregnancy loss, or urinary symptoms.  Women with symptoms such as these may benefit from therapy to improve their quality of life. ( READ MORE )

The Woman at the End of the Speculum By Dr. Linda Bradley

Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery represents a historic advance in medicine and surgery, achieving a 50% reduction in hospital-acquired infection rates and decreasing hospital readmissions and wound infections by 65%. Patients, however, don’t judge us only by these statistics or for our clinical excellence. Patients judge us by how we greet them, how we listen, and whether we respect and preserve their dignity. ( READ MORE )