55 min
Endometriosis Surgery, Recovery, and Personalized Care | Dr. Shanti Mohling Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast
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Dr. Shanti Mohling shares the details of endometriosis surgery, recovery, and pelvic floor therapy as important treatment options for patients with this condition.
Episode Summary
In this third episode of Fempower Health's series on endometriosis, Dr. Shanti Mohling, a minimally invasive surgeon, who devotes her clinical activity to patients with pelvic pain and endometriosis, explores the importance of excision surgery, the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, and strategies for managing its recurrence. She emphasizes the need for early detection, multidisciplinary approaches, and personalized care in improving outcomes for those affected by this complex condition.
Key Takeaways
Why surgery is the most effective treatment for endometriosis and how to find a doctor trained in endometriosis excision surgery. Screening and early detection of endometriosis, especially in adolescence, to prevent more invasive procedures later in life.Advantages of taking a multidisciplinary approach to endometriosis treatment and healthcare in general.Difficulties in diagnosing endometriosis, especially through imaging tests.Surgery's role in improving fertility, debunking myths such as pregnancy as a cure for endometriosis.Benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy to manage endometriosis and pelvic pain effectively.What the healing process of endometriosis surgery entails.The complexity of healthcare for endometriosis patients and the value of raising awareness and understanding of the condition.
"I think a lot of disease that recurs is inadequately treated, and yet we call it recurrent. It's really just persistent, not recurrent is my guess." - Dr. Shanti Mohling
Related to this episode:
Resources for EndometriosisFollow Dr. Shanti Mohling on InstagramLearn more about Northwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery in Portland, OregonPart 1 of 4: Innovations in Endometriosis Diagnosis, Pelvic Pain Management, and Patient SupportPart 2 of 4: Endometriosis Care, Treatment Options, and Patient Advocacy
If you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:
Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.Share with Others:
Dr. Shanti Mohling shares the details of endometriosis surgery, recovery, and pelvic floor therapy as important treatment options for patients with this condition.
Episode Summary
In this third episode of Fempower Health's series on endometriosis, Dr. Shanti Mohling, a minimally invasive surgeon, who devotes her clinical activity to patients with pelvic pain and endometriosis, explores the importance of excision surgery, the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, and strategies for managing its recurrence. She emphasizes the need for early detection, multidisciplinary approaches, and personalized care in improving outcomes for those affected by this complex condition.
Key Takeaways
Why surgery is the most effective treatment for endometriosis and how to find a doctor trained in endometriosis excision surgery. Screening and early detection of endometriosis, especially in adolescence, to prevent more invasive procedures later in life.Advantages of taking a multidisciplinary approach to endometriosis treatment and healthcare in general.Difficulties in diagnosing endometriosis, especially through imaging tests.Surgery's role in improving fertility, debunking myths such as pregnancy as a cure for endometriosis.Benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy to manage endometriosis and pelvic pain effectively.What the healing process of endometriosis surgery entails.The complexity of healthcare for endometriosis patients and the value of raising awareness and understanding of the condition.
"I think a lot of disease that recurs is inadequately treated, and yet we call it recurrent. It's really just persistent, not recurrent is my guess." - Dr. Shanti Mohling
Related to this episode:
Resources for EndometriosisFollow Dr. Shanti Mohling on InstagramLearn more about Northwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery in Portland, OregonPart 1 of 4: Innovations in Endometriosis Diagnosis, Pelvic Pain Management, and Patient SupportPart 2 of 4: Endometriosis Care, Treatment Options, and Patient Advocacy
If you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:
Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on iTunes or Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover our podcast.Share with Others:
55 min