In-Office Procedures

Hysteroscopy is a procedure that allows visualization of the endometrial cavity using a small camera that is passed through the cervix. It is performed when abnormalities like polyps or fibroids are suspected. Endometrial ablation is done to burn the lining of the uterus to treat abnormal uterine bleeding in women who are premenopausal and have completed child bearing. An endometrial biopsy is often performed prior to endometrial ablation.

Hysteroscopy is a procedure that allows visualization of the endometrial cavity using a small camera that is passed through the cervix. It is performed when abnormalities like polyps or fibroids are suspected. Endometrial ablation is done to burn the lining of the uterus to treat abnormal uterine bleeding in women who are premenopausal and have completed child bearing. An endometrial biopsy is often performed prior to endometrial ablation.

Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) is a specialized procedure performed to treat cervical dysplasia. In this procedure, a small piece of the outer cervix is removed using a thin wire loop and electric current, effectively curing dysplasia. This procedure will be recommended if moderate to severe cervical dysplasia is diagnosed after colposcopy. While it can be done in the operating room of the hospital, we can also perform it in our office.

Colposcopy is done when an abnormal Pap smear result is obtained during routine screening. During a pap smear, cells obtained from the cervix are sent in a liquid solution to the lab for examination. If abnormal cells are present, they are given different gradations, some more serious than others. The human papilloma virus (HPV) is the major cause for cervical dysplasia and colposcopy is the first step to treating the condition. Once diagnosed with HPV and/or an abnormal pap smear, it is important to pursue additional testing as recommended by your provider.

This is a progestin-only contraceptive implant used to prevent pregnancy. It is one of the most effective reversible forms of contraception. It is placed underneath the skin of the upper arm and is effective for 3 years. Its insertion and removal is also done in our office.

This is a progestin-only contraceptive implant used to prevent pregnancy. It is one of the most effective reversible forms of contraception. It is placed underneath the skin of the upper arm and is effective for 3 years. Its insertion and removal is also done in our office.

A sonohysterogram is an ultrasound of the uterus that combines infusion of saline into the endometrial cavity to detect abnormalities such as endometrial polyps or fibroids. It is often used to evaluate infertility or bleeding abnormalities that can affect women of different ages.

This procedure is done to obtain cells from the lining of the uterus. It is used to evaluate abnormal bleeding. We often perform this procedure right after a sonohysterogram but sometimes it is done by itself.

The FemVue® Saline-Air device is used to introduce a consistent mixture of saline and air contrast in a controlled fashion for the tubal evaluation portion of the Sono HSG. The bright echoes of the air bubbles can be seen flowing into and through each fallopian tube, providing physicians an effective contrast to make a tubal patency determination.