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Fibroids + Treatment Options for Relief & Fertility w/ Dr. Soyini Hawkins

January 09, 2021 • Faith S. Alaribe • Episode 1

In today’s episode we will discuss all things fibroids, and treatment options for relief and fertility with Dr. Soyini Hawkins, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon. It is estimated that 70 to 80 percent of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime — tune in as we dig deeper into this prevailing issue for women, worldwide.

In this episode we discuss:

How Dr. Hawkins’ personal experience with fibroids shaped the foundation of care for her patients
What are fibroids, common symptoms associated and reasons for fibroid growth
Traditional and minimally invasive fibroid treatment options for relief from and/or fertility preservation
Acessa
- Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
- Hysterectomy or Laparoscopic Myomectomy
- Laparoscopic Myomectomy
- Open Abdominal Myomectomy
- UFE (Uterine Fibroid Embolization)
- How other infertility factors may contribute to difficulty getting pregnant post-op
How long to wait post-operation to try to conceive
When to consult OB/GYN or fertility specialist when trying to conceive
What steps to take when deciding on seeking treatment for fibroids
Fibroid advocacy + research

ABOUT DR. SOYINI HAWKINS:

Dr. Soyini Hawkins is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon. She received her medical degree at Morehouse School of Medicine, and completed her Internship and Residency training at the University of Maryland Medical Center Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences as well as a 2-year fellowship program in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery and Pelvic Reconstruction at Mercy Medical Center. She has a strong interest in laparoscopic surgery and provides specialized surgical management of abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, and most benign gynecologic conditions.

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