Chicago Urogynecology

A procedure to closely examine the cervix.

A medication approved for treating the pain of IC/PBS. Patients may need to take this medicine for up to 6 months before they notice improvement.

Control menstrual cycles and reduce male hormone levels.

A small, T-shaped plastic device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

A small, plastic device inserted in the uterus to prevent pregnancy. There are two types available: hormonal IUDs and copper IUDs.

Regulate growth of endometrial tissue and decrease menstrual flow.

A T-shaped intrauterine device that contains copper and is used for non-hormonal female contraception. It can be left for up to ten years and is effec...

Seeing a psychologist or couples/sex therapist can help manage the emotional aspects of living with chronic vulvar pain.

A procedure to remove abnormal cells, as an alternative to LEEP.

Metformin helps with PCOS symptoms by affecting insulin and lowering testosterone production.

Some women find that eating certain foods increases their pain, and elimination of those foods may alleviate it.

Dietary recommendations for bladder health.

Loop electrosurgical excision procedure used to remove abnormal cells from the cervix.

A newer treatment modality recommended for pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms.

InterStim Therapy works with the sacral nerves, near the tailbone, to control urinary function and alleviate symptoms related to urinary urgency, inco...

A treatment for managing symptoms of overactive bladder.

Stops the release of hormones involved in the menstrual cycle.

A technique used to look inside the uterus to diagnose or treat uterine problems. It involves inserting a hysteroscope through the vagina and cervix i...

An examination of the inside of the bladder and urethra to diagnose urinary problems.

A minimally invasive procedure to diagnose and treat endometriosis.

Assisted reproductive technology effective for infertility related to endometriosis.

Medications that stimulate ovulation for women with PCOS.

Counseling service for patients undergoing BRCA mutation testing to understand their risks and management options.

Assessing family history and providing counseling regarding inherited susceptibility to cancers such as breast and ovarian.

Testing positive for a BRCA mutation allows us to aggressively screen for breast and ovarian cancer and initiate effective prevention strategies.

Hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure in which the uterus (womb) is removed. Many women choose hysterectomy to definitively resolve their fibroid...

Medical services related to the diagnosis and treatment of urogynecological conditions.

Uterine artery embolization is a relatively new treatment alternative to open surgery for symptomatic fibroids. Embolization means blocking the blood ...

Used to reduce or stop menstrual flow.

Effective for treating endometriosis pain, can come in pill form, as injections, or nasal spray.

Medicines that may reduce hair growth and clear acne.

Block production of certain hormones to prevent menstruation and slow endometriosis growth.

GnRH agonists are a class of medications that temporarily shrinks fibroids and stops heavy bleeding by blocking production of the female hormone estro...

Oriahnn is a combination of elagolix, a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist, estradiol, an estrogen, and norethindrone acetate, ...

A progesterone releasing IUD that helps manage heavy bleeding, thins the lining of the uterus and can lead to lighter periods.

A tool to keep track of your bladder’s behavior, useful for establishing the nature and severity of urinary issues and assessing treatment effectivene...

A treatment for urinary conditions where medication is placed directly into the bladder.

Treatment that involves filling the bladder with a liquid medicine to ease irritation of the bladder wall. The liquid may include DMSO or a solution t...

A small strip or sling of a very soft and flexible synthetic material, which provides support under the urethra to prevent involuntary loss of urine d...

A minimally invasive outpatient procedure where tension-free mesh is placed to support the urethra, allowing for treatment of stress urinary incontine...

An abdominal surgical procedure where stitches are placed to secure tissue near the bladder, aimed at treating bladder leakage.

Tests to evaluate how well the bladder and urethra are functioning.

A method to remove hair.

A method used to remove abnormal cervical tissue.

Assessment and treatment of sexual dysfunction and concerns related to libido.

Eating healthy and exercising to manage PCOS symptoms.

Women with heavy menstrual periods and fibroids are often prescribed hormonal medications to try to reduce bleeding and regulate the menstrual cycle.

LYSTEDA is a non-hormonal medication you only take during your period, as opposed to every day. LYSTEDA cannot be used as birth control and because it...

An approved first-line hormonal therapy for managing heavy menstrual bleeding.

A surgical approach that reduces recovery time and risks associated with traditional surgery.

Robotic surgery for gynecologic conditions, including advancements such as Single Incision Laparoscopic Hysterectomy.

A surgical procedure using the daVinci robot to remove uterine fibroids.

Only women with submucosal fibroids are eligible for this type of myomectomy. Hysteroscopic myomectomy is an outpatient surgical procedure. Patients g...

Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a new procedure in which the uterus is removed through very small incisions on the lower abdomen. The cervix, or lower po...

Only certain fibroids can be removed by laparoscopy. If the fibroids are large, numerous or deeply embedded in the uterus, then an abdominal myomectom...

Integrated, one-stop clinic for diagnosing and treating pelvic health needs.

Myomectomy is an operation in which fibroids are removed from within the uterus. Stitches are used to bring the walls of the uterus back together. For...

Advanced laparoscopy for the management of chronic pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and heavy menstr...

Astroglide® (Astro-Lube, Inc.), Lubrin® Vaginal Suppository (Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.) – Developed for postmenopausal women, Condom-Mate® Vagin...

Replens® (Warner Wellcome) – Using applicator, apply three times a week at bedtime to maintain normal vaginal moisture.

A treatment that sends mild electrical pulses to the nerves that control the bladder, aiming to relieve bladder pain as well as urinary frequency and ...

An injection of anesthetic, sometimes combined with anti-inflammatory medication, which breaks up the transmission of the pain signal.

Nerve infiltration with a combination of local anesthetic (Lidocaine or Marcaine) combined with steroid (Triamcinolone or Solu-Medrol) or combined wit...

Nerve decompression procedures for pudendal neuralgia involve three main surgical techniques currently available for treating nerve entrapments.

For urge incontinence not responding to behavioral treatments or drugs, stimulation of nerves to the bladder leaving the spine can be effective in som...

In severe cases, when more conservative forms of treatment haven’t worked, neurostimulation involves the implantation of an electronic device that del...

Range from over-the-counter remedies to strong prescription drugs for pain relief associated with endometriosis.

Exercises to strengthen the pelvic muscles that help hold in urine, recommended as a behavioral remedy for stress incontinence.

A minimally invasive surgical procedure to treat vaginal vault prolapse using a state-of-the-art surgical system with small incisions.

Treatments include exercise, education, and manual therapies, such as massage, soft-tissue work and joint mobilization. Modalities such as heat/cold, ...

A type of physical therapy focused on strengthening the pelvic floor muscles.

A surgical procedure to correct vaginal vault prolapse using mesh to hold the vagina in the correct anatomical position.

Physical therapists available depending on the patient’s condition and treatment plan.

Physical therapy is an effective method of minimizing or eliminating the concurrent pain generators that occur when the pudendal nerve is irritated (i...

External physical therapy is recommended to begin one month post-operatively and pelvic floor rehabilitation should be initiated at three months after...

Surgical options to address pelvic health needs.

Abdominal myomectomy, also known as an “open” myomectomy, is a major surgical procedure. Patients are asleep during the operation. An incision is made...

Specialization in advanced laparoscopy for pelvic pain and endometriosis.

A minimally invasive surgical procedure performed using the daVinci robotic system, often used for hysterectomy procedures including the removal of fi...

Involves longer recovery, can include removing endometriosis and/or uterus.

Various sling procedures are performed to support the bladder back to its normal position in women with stress urinary incontinence.

Involves procedures to remove endometriosis, ranging from minor to major surgeries.

Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for pelvic floor disorders.

An examination or procedure using a ureteroscope to see into the ureters from the bladder.

A surgical procedure to reduce and reshape the labia minora or majora to alleviate discomfort and improve appearance.

A procedure that involves tightening the vaginal and perineum area, which can become stretched during childbirth.

An operation which treats the symptoms of the prolapse by sewing the front and back walls of the vagina together. This prevents the vaginal walls from...

Surgical procedures aimed at enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of the vagina.

A vestibulectomy with vaginal advancement appears to be the most effective surgical procedure.

New patient consultations and second opinion consultations conducted via HIPAA compliant video platform Zoom, allowing patients to connect face-to-fac...

Remote consultations for patients to discuss their health concerns.