We are happy to announce that we are having great success with our in-office minor procedures! We offer Essure sterilization, Thermachoice endometrial ablation, labial reduction and D&C's to our patients at a fraction of the cost of the outpatient surgery center. A qualified anesthesiologist is in attendance along with a nurse trained in anesthesia. These procedures are painless and quick. Our patients have been thrilled and we are too!

Our new suite is located at 9180 East Desert Cove, Suite 106, Scottsdale, Arizona.

Please schedule a consult with one our physicians by calling 480-860-4791 to explore these options.

Procedures offered:

• Thermachoice Endometrial Ablation
  Endometrial Ablation is an uncomplicated solution for heavy periods. We use the Thermachoice system, which involves placing a balloon filled with hot saline inside the uterus and allowing the heat to burn the uterine lining down to its base. The uterine lining is what sloughs off once a month to cause a "period", and by reducing or eliminating this lining, the period is either greatly reduced or eliminated.
  
  Endometrial Ablation takes about 20 minutes. Upon waking up from your light anesthetic, you will experience some cramping that is normally controlled with Ibuprofen. Over the next few weeks, you will experience a watery bloody discharge. Most women are able to return to their normal activities in a few days.
  
  Women who bleed heavily despite a relatively normal uterus are the best candidates for this procedure. Women with adenomyosis or large fibroids are better served by a laparoscopic hysterectomy.
  
  Visit www.gynecare.com/thermachoice for more information.

• Essure Permanent Contraception
  The Essure procedure does not require any cutting into the body. Instead, an Essure trained doctor inserts small flexible micro-inserts™ through the body’s natural pathways (vagina, cervix and uterus) and into your fallopian tubes.
  
  During the 3 months following the procedure, your body and the micro-inserts work together to form a natural barrier that prevents sperm from reaching the egg. During this period, you must continue using another form of birth control (other than an IUD or IUS).
  
  Unlike birth control pills, patches, rings, and some forms of IUDs, Essure does not contain hormones to interfere with your natural menstrual cycle. Your periods should more or less continue in their natural state. Visit Essure.com for more information.

• Labial Reduction
  The inner lips of the vulva are called the labia minora. Most women are not bothered by this tissue, but some women have large labia that catch on clothing, pull during sports activities, and are inconvenient or painful during sexual intercourse. Some women simply do not like the "look" of large labia minora, and some simply want their labia to be more symmetrical.
  
  Reduction of the labia involves trimming excess tissue from the labia so that the labia are smaller and less bothersome. Women who undergo labial reduction are able to choose how much tissue is removed. Some women simply want asymmetric labia to be more closely matched.
  
  Recovery after a labial reduction is approximately one week. This does not mean that activities are to be completely curtailed, but sitting for long periods of time or exercise would not be recommended due to potential discomfort.
  
  This type of skin generally heals without visible scarring and the results are great. Talk to your provider next time you come into the office if this is an issue for you.
  
  For more information, google "labial reduction".