Dr. Robert
S. Howe is a da Vinci surgeon
For complex hysterectomies and other gynecologic procedures,
robot-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System may be
the most effective, least invasive treatment option.
"My recovery was
fantastic! I had a hysterectomy at 40 with daVinci, and was walking the
next day. I'll recommend the daVinci surgery to anyone who wants the
shortest recovery time!" .... Nancy A.
"I don't feel like I had a
hysterectomy at all, I healed so quickly. I didn't have any soreness or
tenderness. Two years later I can't even find the scars! For me, there
were no negatives at all!" ..... Tina R.
"I had a partial hysterectomy
with Dr. Howe using the daVinci surgery. After the surgery, I had
minimal discomfort. I used 1/2 of a pain pill after because I thought I
should, but I never used another. I would definately recommend Dr. Howe
and the daVinci surgery!" ..... Teresa P.
If something doesn't seem right, see Dr.
Howe. The following symptoms may be indicating the presence of
endometriosis, adenomyosis, uterine fibroids, uterine prolapse or,
possibly, cancer:
Excessively heavy or
abnormal bleeding
Bleeding longer than 7 days
Periods more frequent than 21 days
Periods more than 35 days apart
Spotting/bleeding between periods
Spotting/bleeding after menopause
Passing blood clots
Painful bleeding
Bleeding after intercourse
Vaginal bleeding (vs. uterine bleeding)
Vaginal discharge tinged with blood
Difficulty
with urination or bowel movements
Improper bowel/bladder function
Infertility
Feeling of pressure on your bladder or rectum
Slipping or dropping of your vagina or uterus
Feeling heaviness or pressure in your pelvis
Constant abdominal pressure
Swelling or bloating
Urinary urgency (feeling the need to go)
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Pain while standing or walking
