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Urogynecology

A urogynecology specialist (also known as a female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialist) is an obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of women with pelvic floor dysfunction. The pelvic floor is the muscles, ligaments, connective tissue, and nerves that help support and control the rectum, uterus, vagina, and bladder. The pelvic floor can be damaged by childbirth, repeated heavy lifting, chronic disease or surgery.

Doctors in this division include: Carlos Medina, M.D. and Peter Takacs, M.D., Ph.D.

Some problems due to pelvic floor dysfunction and their symptoms are:

  • Incontinence: loss of bladder or bowel control, leakage of urine or feces.
  • Prolapse: descent of pelvic organs; a bulge and/or pressure; dropped uterus, bladder, vagina or rectum.
  • Emptying Disorders: difficulty urinating or moving bowels.
  • Pelvic (or Bladder) Pain: discomfort, burning or other uncomfortable pelvic symptoms, including bladder or urethral pain.
  • Overactive Bladder:  frequent need to void, bladder pressure, urgency incontinence or difficulty holding back a full bladder.

For more information on urogynecology, please visit the American Urogynecologic Society.

Services
The department’s Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery offers many services and treatments for:

  • Urinary incontinence (all types)
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Pelvic organ prolapse (bulging)
  • Voiding disorders
  • Painful bladder conditions
  • Recurrent urinary tract infection
  • Postpartum patients with third and fourth-degree lacerations.

Where We Practice
This division offers services at:

Fellowship
A fellowship program is available in this division. Please visit our fellowship page for more information.