Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the uterus. Hysterectomies are used to treat problems of the uterus, including fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic support problems, abnormal uterine bleeding, cancer, and chronic pelvic pain, among others.

After a hysterectomy, a woman's periods will stop and she can no longer get pregnant.

There are several types of hysterectomy. The type of procedure used depends on the individual patient and her condition.

• Abdominal hysterectomy – an incision is made in the lower abdomen to reach the uterus, resulting in longer healing time than vaginal or laparoscopic surgery.
• Vaginal hysterectomy – the surgery is done through the vagina. Because the incision is inside the vagina, the healing time may be shorter than with abdominal surgery.
• Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) – the uterus is removed through the vagina. Laparoscopic surgery is performed using a laparoscope, a thin, lighted telescope inserted through a small incision in the abdomen, enabling the doctor to see the pelvic organs on a screen while doing the surgery. Recovery from LAVH is similar to vaginal hysterectomy.
• Laparoscopic hysterectomy – the uterus is removed in pieces through small incisions in the abdomen. Laparoscopic hysterectomy has a shorter recovery time than abdominal or vaginal hysterectomy.

Make an Appointment

To schedule an appointment with a Baylor College of Medicine physician specializing in hysterectomies, call the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at 832.826.7500.

• Nishath A. Ali, MD
• Gary L. Binder, MD
• Dale Brown, Jr., MD
• Jennifer E. Dietrich, MD
• Carl F. Giesler, MD
• R. Todd Ivey, MD
• Susan M. Leong-Kee, MD
• Susan P. Raine, MD, JD
• Gregorio R. Riera, MD
• Sean M. Rosenbaum, MD
• Audra E. Timmins, MD
• Anuja Vyas, MD
• Ronald L. Young, MD
• Robert K. Zurawin, MD

Hours & Phone Number

• Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• To schedule an appointment,
• call 832.826.7500.
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• Visit the Obstetrics and Gynecology website.

New Location - November 7

• Important: Answers to questions about our move.
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• BCM OB/GYN is moving to the new Texas Children's Pavilion for Women. Starting November 7, you'll find us at:
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• 6651 Main St., across from Baylor Clinic
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• BCM OB/GYN
  3rd Floor, Suite F320
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• The Maternal and Fetal Center
  4th Floor, Suite F420
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• Texas Children's MyChart
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• BCM MyChart

Clinical Trials

• Are you interested in participating in clinical trials? Discuss opportunities with your physician.