Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Services

Hysteroscopy is a procedure used to examine the inside of the uterus. The hysteroscope is a thin instrument with a camera lens and a light source that is gently placed into the vagina, through the cervix and into the uterus under direct visualization. Once through the cervix, the camera can view the entire uterine cavity and evaluate any potential abnormalities.

There are some hysteroscopic procedures that can be performed in the office. During the procedure, you can watch the surgeon’s progress on the TV monitor, if you wish.

Laparoscopy is a type of surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to access the inside of the abdomen and pelvis without having to make large incisions. During this procedure, a laparoscope consisting of a long lens with a small video camera and light source is inserted into the belly, and the picture from the laparoscope is transmitted to a television monitor.

Robotic surgery is another minimally invasive approach to certain procedures. In robotic surgery, we make a few small incisions, similar to traditional laparoscopy. The robot and its instruments feature a magnified 3D high-definition vision system and special, wristed instruments that offer the improved range of motion and surgical precision.

Additional, complex procedures we offer include:

• Hysteroscopic and laparoscopic or robotic isthmocele repairs (uterine defect repairs)
• Hysteroscopic uterine septum revisions (uterine septum repair)
• Hysteroscopic, laparoscopic and robotic myomectomies (removal of fibroids)
• Laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomies (removal of uterus)