Is it going to be painful? Do I really need to get this done now? I’m too young to be going for a mammogram. What if they find something? These are all very normal concerns a young woman might have before getting her first mammogram. Your first mammogram can be a nerve-wracking experience. But like […]
Surgical Care & Procedures
Gainesville’s All About Women Introduces New Surgical Robot at North Florida Regional Medical Center
The newest member of the da Vinci® Robotic Systems, Xi, visited us today. NFRMC, the hospital where our practice is located, held a special event for the public to come test drive the surgical robot, meet with the robotic surgeons, and hear a presentation from these surgeons on the new technology. All About Women’s own […]
What to Expect From a Hysterectomy
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hysterectomies are the second most common surgical procedure among women. If you’ve heard of the term “hysterectomy” from medical articles, doctors or even your friends, it can sound intimidating. You might not know what the surgery entails or what life after the surgery looks like, but […]
Effective Alternatives to a Hysterectomy
When you’re suffering from painful periods or heavy, constant bleeding that interrupts your life, it might seem like the simplest solution is to have a hysterectomy. But getting your uterus removed is a big deal. Besides ending your fertility, a hysterectomy also initiates the bothersome symptoms of menopause, like hot flashes and mood swings. And […]
Experience Less Pain and Fewer Risks through Single Site Surgery
All About Women Obstetrics and Gynecology is proud to have been a part of an amazing advancement in surgical procedures. Our very own Dr. Anthony Agrios, founder and senior provider of our Gainesville, Florida practice, was the first surgeon to perform robotic hysterectomy surgery at North Florida Regional Medical Center. Anyone that has had surgery […]
Study: Certain Cervical Treatments Less Problematic Than Previously Thought
When women are diagnosed with cervical dysplasia – abnormal, often pre-cancerous cells in the cervix – the obvious course of action is to remove those cells to protect the patient’s overall health. Unfortunately there are risks that come with having even small portions of the cervix removed, particularly for women who hope to get pregnant […]
