Surgery and Clinic Procedures

We provide a full range of gynecologic procedures, including minimally invasive options like hysteroscopic, laparoscopic and robotic surgeries. Our OGI physicians are dedicated to being on the forefront of new surgical techniques and procedures that can improve patient outcomes and minimize recovery time.

Our Procedures:

Colposcopy

Colposcopy is an office-based procedure in which your doctor examines the cervix with a magnifying device called a colposcope. It is done when results of cervical cancer screening tests (pap smears) show abnormal changes in the cells of the cervix or if there are certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) present.

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, in which the lining of the uterus is destroyed. It may not completely stop menstrual bleeding, but usually helps reduce bleeding to normal or light flow. Women who have endometrial ablation should use birth control until after menopause, since pregnancy is not recommended after an endometrial ablation.

Endometrial Biopsy

An endometrial biopsy is a clinic procedure in which a sample of the lining of the uterus is taken to rule out endometrial hyperplasia or cancer or look at specific features of the uterine lining. A thin, flexible straw called a pipelle is inserted through the cervix into the uterus and gently moved around to remove the tissue.

Hysterosalpingogram

An HSG is a procedure done under x-ray in which a small catheter is placed through the cervix into the uterus, and dye is passed through the fallopian tubes. This evaluates the uterine cavity as well as the fallopian tubes.

Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is surgical removal of the uterus. It is a very common surgical procedure for women, and may be done for uterine fibroids, abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, or gynecologic cancer. There are different surgical routes in which a hysterectomy can be performed including minimally invasive options like vaginal, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted hysterectomy, as well as an abdominal hysterectomy through a large abdominal incision.

Hysteroscopy

Hysteroscopy is a common gynecologic procedure that is used to diagnose or treat problems inside the uterus. A hysteroscope is a thin, lighted telescope device that is inserted through the cervix into your uterus. Hysteroscopy is often used to address causes of abnormal uterine bleeding, such as polyps or fibroids. It can also be used to remove adhesions or scar tissue in the uterine lining or locate an IUD. These procedures can often be performed in the office, but can also be done in the operating room.

Laparoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery

All our physicians are skilled surgeons in minimally invasive surgical techniques including laparoscopy. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed in an operating room where a thin telescope-like instrument with a light and small camera are inserted through a small incision in the abdomen. Laparoscopy can be used to diagnose or treat pelvic pain, infertility, endometriosis, ovarian cysts or masses and ectopic pregnancies. Laparoscopic procedures can also be performed to remove the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes and/or ovaries.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is an advanced procedure that allows our surgeons to diagnose and treat several gynecologic issues including endometriosis, pelvic pain, infertility, uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Dr. Darrah, Dr. Hasseler, Dr. Thayer and Dr. Zhang are the surgeons at OGI who perform robotic surgery and do so with the most up-to-date techniques and expertise.

Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)

LEEP is a treatment to remove precancerous cells from the cervix, which helps stop them from developing into cervical cancer. The procedure uses a small wire loop that is attached to an electrical current, which when passed over the cervical tissue, removes a layer of abnormal cells.

Myomectomy

Myomectomy is the surgical removal of fibroids while leaving the uterus in place. Depending on the location of the fibroids, this procedure can be performed through hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, robotic surgery, or an open abdominal incision.

Pelvic Support surgery

Surgery to correct pelvic organ prolapse, or pelvic support problems, can be done to help repair the pelvic floor.

Tubal Sterilization Procedure

Sterilization is a permanent method of birth control. A laparoscopic procedure can be performed for tubal sterilization, in which the fallopian tubes are removed or cut, which prevents the sperm from reaching the egg.

Urethra and Bladder surgery

Procedures like tension free transvaginal tape and urethral bulking can be options for women struggling with urinary incontinence.

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