Find the Power to Eliminate Fibroids From Your Life

The Hyper-Specialists at CIGC are here to HELP YOU LEARN HOW

FOUR Ways CIGC Provides NO BETTER OPTION for Fibroid Treatment

1. CIGC Hyper-Specialists

- - CIGC surgeons are GYN Oncology trained surgeons: the highest level of surgical training possible
  - Surgery ONLY, Not Obstetrics
  - CIGC Surgeons are NOT ObGyn’s or “Specialists”
  - Powerful techniques and procedures: removal of all fibroids with a truly amazing recovery

“I consulted with several specialists. As a licensed clinician myself, I STRONGLY RECOMMEND INNOVATIVE GYN and I am so grateful for the care I received.”The Doctor’s knowledge and empathy are gigantic....was straight forward, cut to the chase, and gave me all the information with pros and cons. 5 stars, I have recommended, hope this helps people make a decision"

"The entire process from consultation, surgery, recovery, and follow up was great....and Exceptional combination of professionalism and friendliness..recovered in a couple of weeks, very small scar. I highly recommend."

"Was able to get an appointment right away....compassionate, gave me several options...I am so happy I chose to have my procedure with CIGC"

"I sought the advice of CIGC who was confident could remove my large uterus with very small incisions...my recovery was exactly as they said it would be. I had the surgery as an outpatient and I felt great after just 2 weeks."

"I was a bit hesitant because every review seemed so positive...did my research on the CIGC surgeons who had amazing reviews. Was up walking day 2, day 4 took my dog on a walk outside in the snow! I just feel so great..they did a great job!"

"I had surgery and feel better than I have in over 15 years. THANK YOU so incredibly much for all you’ve done for me and countless other women! If you’re questioning to call or not...absolutely call and schedule an appointment!"

"I highly recommend CIGC to anyone that needs specialized gynecological care because they are experts and know how to treat the toughest cases....Professional, caring, friendly..within a week I was able to move around. This experience was very positive."

"Caring, extremely knowledgeable, superb quality..If you want the best go here."

"After going to two physicians about pain.. I was referred to CIGC. I will keep CIGC as my primary GYN Care physicians from now on."

"CIGC literally saved my life..before I came to CIGC had a robotic myomectomy and the fibroids grew right back. I kept my ovaries and cervix... I am period free and loving it!"

"The majority of surgeons would have had to switch to a full abdominal hysterectomy....CIGC skill and expertise allowed them to keep it a laparoscopic procedure, and I was almost fully back to normal in less than a week. My discomfort was very minimal...get a second opinion and evaluate your options. I am so very glad that I did."

"I am very thankful I was a candidate for their procedures. All other surgeons told me open surgery was the only option for me. 5 stars is not nearly enough!!!"

"Michigan. I traveled from Michigan to have the DualportGYN because of the knowledge of the surgeons at CIGC. I knew it was the safest and the recovery time is quicker than any other procedure. CIGC solved my situation for good. I absolutely recommend them!"

"Pennsylvania. To say this is the best care I have ever had in my life is an understatement. I have never witnessed or experience such compassion, competetence, ensuring my comfort and understanding of the process and feeling like a person."

"Other surgeons wouldn’t touch my situation. I have been suffering from fibroids and all the issues that come with it since 2002. Seventeen years! My own gynecologist told me if there is anyone who could do it would be CIGC. And they did!"

2. LAAM Fibroid Removal Procedures

REVOLUTIONARY and UNRIVALED: There is no Laparoscopic, Robotic, Open Surgery (Citation 1,2,3) or “non-invasive” procedure such as Embolization that provides the same outcome.
IMMEDIATE relief of symptoms in 1 hour and Fertility Preservation
Profile: The fastest recovery at 7 – 14 days (average), the smallest incisions, the lowest complications and pain, very large fibroids removed
Outpatient surgical center, lowest possible cost, in network with insurance

"Florida. I got a LAAM procedure from CIGC at their NJ location just outside Manhattan..I wasn’t a great candidate for the procedures available locally. CIGC removed 7 fibroids and endometriosis. I was on my feet and able to take care of myself and walk around within a few days. Pain was super minimal during the recovery. Over a year later my pain is gone, my life is back, and I feel SO MUCH BETTER!"

"I had the LAAM surgery..the best doctors and the best decision I ever made was choosing CIGC. I am fibroids free and living my best life!"

"I had surgery to remove fibroids a couple of days ago and all I can say is WOW! I am amazed and sooo thankful for my surgeon! I feel so great!"

"Africa. I was looking for specialty care.. A minimally invasive treatment for my fibroid removal. I also split time between the US and Africa and needed a treatment that accommodated my travel schedule. Fertility was a major consideration, and CIGC was keen on providing care and advice consistent with my reproductive health goals."

"I highly recommend CIGC...removed large amounts of fibroids and I have minimal scars and recovery. The facility is beautiful...minimal pain, it changed my life. My stomach is like new, about half the size with little to no scars. Thank you CIGC and staff!"

"NJ. LAAM and removal of endometriosis...I have gone to follow up appointments at Mt Sinae and Weil Corness and both doctors confirmed that my surgeons did an excellent job. I am starting IVF this summer."

"CIGC did a surgery to remove a large fibroid that others said was not possible, and I feel great! Was up and walking a few days later, and all healed in just a few weeks. Excellent facility."

"Idaho. CIGC removed a 17 cm fibroid via the LAAM procedure for me, and I still have my fertility! I traveled for this procedure considering my only option at home was an abdominal myomectomy with an 8 week recovery period. I was fully recovered in two weeks!"

"FL. I was an out of state patient who researched every procedure possible to remove my fibroids. All procedures were quite invasive with a lengthy recovery. A friend recommended CIGC. I couldn’t' be happier with my results and recovery."

"Alabama. I thank God for directing me to CIGC. After being told that I could only have an open myomectomy or hysterectomy...CIGC removed 17 fibroids from my uterus (LAAM). I gonna yell to the rooftops about the center of CIGC."

"I met with several gynecologists trying to treat my fibroids. CIGC was my last hope at solving the mysterectomy of my reproductive system...the best way to relieve my bleeding was through LAAM to remove 6 fibroid tumors. The surgery was easy, fantastic with the removal of all the fibroids!"

"CIGC..removed 25 fibroids via LAAM..I was able to caretake for myself the day after the surgery. If I did not find CIGC, I am almost certain I would not have my uterus. Thank God for CIGC."

"I had a LAAM procedure removing mutltiple fibroids. My regular obgyn did not tell me all my options and said partial hysterectomy. Follow up was easy and the scar is almost invisible. I had a LAAM procedure removing mutltiple fibroids. My regular obgyn did not tell me all my options and said partial hysterectomy. Follow up was easy and the scar is almost invisible."

"CIGC is highly skilled...I have a very large fibroid removed with just a small incision that is barely noticeable. I had no complications postop. CIGC is number one and would highly recommend to anyone with GYN surgical needs."

3. DualportGYN Hysterectomy Options

NO EQUAL: There is no Robotic, Laparoscopic, or Open procedure (Citation 3,4,5), OR “non-invasive” procedure such as Embolization that provides the same outcome
Options: Preserve the cervix for pelvic floor support and sexual function. Preserve the ovaries for normal hormonal function and NO MENOPAUSE
IMMEDIATE relief of symptoms in 1 hour, not months
Profile: The fastest recovery at 7 days(average), smallest incisions, lowest complications and pain, uterine and patient size not a factor
Outpatient surgery center, lowest cost, in network with insurance

"I consulted with several specialists (including teaching hospitals and private practices) over a 3 month period. I had the laparoscopic hysterectomy in an outpatient setting...I STRONGLY RECOMMEND INNOVATIVE GYN"

"I originally planned a full open hysterectomy...I sought the advice of CIGC and underwent the DualportGYN procedure. I had the surgery as an outpatient and I felt great..I highly recommend."

"I had a supracervical hysterectomy and my recovery was 7 to 10 days. One small incision in my pelvic area and a tiny one in my belly button! AMAZING! Thank you CIGC!"

"Washington State. I had 20+ fibroid tumors, had a hysterectomy and was able to take two 20 minute walks and one 40 minute walk that day. I am amazed at how good I feel and am so glad I did not have an open procedure, which was the only choice with the doctors at home...the entire process was seamless."

"Kansas. CIGC made this process and procedure so simple, and after a few days post surgery, I had to remind myself that I had a procedure. I feel better than I have for more than 10 years."

"The medical and surgical care and excellent patient experience from CIGC was so excellent..I was concerned about surgery center versus the hospital and was not disappointed at all. Everything is top quality."

"I highly recommend CIGC to anyone possibly needing a hysterectomy. I had to find CIGC on my own because I wasn’t comfortable with my doctor doing it. Best decision I ever made!"

"I was scheduled for a supracervical hysterectomy. I walked over 1 mile less than 48 hours post-op! Felt great all things considering this was my very first surgery! CIGC..your expertise and empathy help so many people."

"CIGC significantly changed my life for the better. My surgery to remove my uterus and large fibroid and leave my cervix and ovaries has been overwhelmingly positive...my recovery remarkably swift and nearly pain free. I feel SUCH relief..I highly encourage women to consider the options available to them at CIGC."

"Los Angeles. I am so grateful I found CIGC online. My uterus was 30 cm. Had my laparoscopic hysterectomy done, and 2 days later I was flying back to California. CIGC is a miracle worker! Its been 2 weeks since my surgery, and I am thrilled that I followed my intuition and flew across the county for this procedure. The medical institutions in Los Angeles were not able to offer me what CIGC did."

"Wyoming. I flew to Maryland from Wyoming, had my partial hysterectomy (uterus only) around noon, woke up with no abdominal pain and was able to leave shortly after. The next day I was able to walk (3.5 miles) with still no pain, other than the CO2 gas. Simply an amazing procedure. I have on very minimal scar at my pubic bone and one at my belly button. I couldn’t be more pleased with CIGC."

"I read reviews saying how non-invasive the hysterectomy procedure is, and that people were able to start going for walks after 2 days, etc. It's all true! No complications, quick recovery!"

4. LAAM and DualportGYN Superior to Embolization

Faster recovery than embolization at 7 – 14 days: Any size or number of fibroids at any location
Symptoms Treated IMMEDIATELY – 1 hour
- Embolization can take MONTHS or more to achieve relief of Bleeding, Frequency of urination, Abdominal Distension and Bloating, Back and Pelvic Pain
LAMM Fibroid Removal is the PROCEDURE OF CHOICE FOR FERTILITY
- Embolization can potentially increase the risk of miscarriage and decrease blood supply to the ovaries and is NOT RECOMMENDED

“...removed my 3.5 lb fibroid and two cysts...I was able to conceive and carry two children full term."

“I approached many doctors for years seeking help to save my uterus but they all gave me only one option: a hysterectomy....removed 33 large fibroids from my uterus....More than 2 years later I delivered a beautiful baby boy.”

CIGC can give you the power to eliminate fibroids and get your life back, free from the misery and suffering that fibroids cause. Don’t hesitate – call 1-888-787-4379 for more information or book a 30-minute consultation with a CIGC Hyper-Specialist to find out more.

DualPortGYN: A Groundbreaking Approach

LAAM: A Safer, Minimally Invasive Myomectomy

The LAAM Procedure – A Revolutionary Approach to Fibroid Removal

LAAM stands for Laparoscopically Assisted Abdominal Myomectomy, and is a procedure used to remove fibroids while preserving the uterus. This is a fertility-preserving, advanced laparoscopic myomectomy procedure that removes both small and large fibroids for women of childbearing age. This powerful procedure allows for the removal of as many fibroids as an open procedure – including fibroids deep in the muscle – without any large incisions, hospital stays or long recoveries.

The technique of LAAM is truly unequaled in its ability to remove fibroids from the uterus at any location, any size, and any number with the smallest incisions and fastest recovery possible. The safety of LAAM has been proven in published data to allow patients to undergo this procedure in an outpatient setting that affords more convenience, much higher patient satisfaction, and at much lower cost than the hospital.

LAAM is rarely, if ever, converted to an open procedure, and has the ability to remove the deepest fibroids in the uterus – the ones that increase infertility rates. Robotic and standard laparoscopic procedures often leave fibroids in place when located deeper in the uterus, and have a much higher conversion rate to open procedures than LAAM.

The following chart compares LAAM to Standard, Robotic, and Open procedures. For more information about LAAM, how it works, publications, and results visit our LAAM Fibroids page.

*Results published in The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Citation 1,2,3

DualportGYN Hysterectomy – There Is NO Equal

The DualportGYN hysterectomy is an innovative laparoscopic surgical technique used to treat abnormal bleeding or pelvic pain due to fibroids, adenomyosis, endometriosis, and other conditions. With DualportGYN, CIGC surgeons use only two incisions, with a much faster recovery and minimal scarring compared to other procedures.

Published comparison outcomes between DualportGYN, Robotic Hysterectomy, Standard Laparoscopic Hysterectomy, Vaginal Hysterectomy, and Open procedures reveal the lowest complications, fastest recovery, least amount of blood loss, and the lowest cost. The safety of DualportGYN allows the procedure to be performed in the convenience and higher patient satisfaction of an outpatient ambulatory surgery center away from the hospital.

For more information about DualportGYN hysterectomy, how it works, publications and results, visit our DualportGYN Hysterectomy page.

*Results published in Gynecological Surgery, Citations 4, 5, 6
†Comparative results published in American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecol

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Superior Surgical Outcomes Published in Top Medical Journals

The DualPortGYN procedure has been proven superior to other minimally invasive techniques and open surgery. In addition, we have shown that these procedures can be performed safely and more efficiently in an ambulatory surgery center. Our nationally and internationally renowned techniques have been published in prestigious medical journals due to exceptional patient outcomes.

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Citations

Laparoscopic-Assisted Myomectomy with Bilateral Uterine Artery Occlusion/Ligation
Published in The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology 2020 MacKoul P, Danilyants N, Baxi R, van der Does L, Haworth L.
In the comparison of 1,313 patients who underwent a myomectomy (the review included patients who had LAAM®, robotic, standard laparoscopic, or open myomectomy procedure), LAAM (laparoscopic assisted abdominal myomectomy) showed the best patient outcomes, including removal of large and multiple fibroids, lowest complication rates, and the lowest conversion to open surgery at 0.7 percent. Patients interested in fertility had temporary occlusion of the uterine arteries thereby maintaining full blood flow to the uterus.
LAAM: Surgery Center Versus Outpatient Hospital
Published in The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecological Research (JOGR), March 2020. Natalya Danilyants, Mamta Mamik, Paul MacKoul, Louise vanderDoes, Leah Haworth
A comparison of the LAAM procedure performed in the hospital vs the surgery center revealed the same results, with the no differences in the number and weightof fibroids removed, patient weight or prior surgery, or any other factors.
LAAM at a freestanding ambulatory surgery center: A case series
Published in Gynecolgical Surgery, June 2020. Paul MacKoul, Natalya Danilyants, Faraj Touchon, Louise vanderDoes, Leah Haworth, Nilofar Kazi.
LAAM performed in 969 women in the ambulatory surgery center can be performed safely in the freestanding ambulatory surgery center even in women who are morbidly obese.
Value-Based Assessment of Hysterectomy Approaches
Published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research (JOGR), November 2018 MacKoul P., Danilyants N., Baxi R.P., van der Does L., Haworth L. Comparison of 2500+ patients who underwent hysterectomy with DualportGYN (LRH), Robotic, Laparoscopic, or Open surgery. DualportGYN had the smallest incisions, fastest discharge, lowest complications and blood loss, lowest conversion to open surgery and lowest cost.
A Value Based Evaluation of Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy Approaches
A Value Based Evaluation of MInimally Invasive Hysterectomy Approaches. Published in Gynecologic Surgery, March 2019. Danilyants et al.
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Outcomes: Hospital vs Ambulatory Surgery Center
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Outcomes: Hospital vs Abulatory Surgery Center. Published in JSLS March 2019. Danilyants et al. Comparison of hospital based vs surgery center outcomes revealed the same results with no difference in the weight or size of the uterus removed, complications, blood loss, patient weight or prior surgery, or any other factors.

WHAT ARE UTERINE FIBROIDS?

Uterine fibroids, or fibroids, are noncancerous growths that originate from the muscle of the womb and can occur anywhere in the uterus. As the most common complex GYN condition, fibroids affect approximately 80 percent of women.¹ A high percentage of these women also have symptoms such as heavy bleeding, pain and infertility. African American women have fibroids at a rate two to three times higher than Caucasian or Hispanic women, and they often develop fibroids at an earlier age.² Because of this, they have a much higher chance of fibroids growing larger and causing more problems. Fibroids must be treated early, or they can grow and become very large. Watchful waiting can result in fibroids destroying the normal architecture and function of the uterus and can also result in severe damage to the uterus at the time of myomectomy, leading to infertility. Early detection and removal can prevent long-term complications and preserve fertility options in many cases.

At the Center for Innovative GYN Care (CIGC), highly skilled specialists use advanced techniques and procedures to provide the best option for all patients with fibroids. Those patients seeking fertility treatment should undergo fibroid removal through surgery, and not by other noninvasive techniques such as embolization and MRI guided ultrasound, to avoid complications that can affect pregnancy such as uterine damage and early miscarriage.

CIGC offers the most effective fibroid removal surgery procedures for fertility patients needing myomectomy using LAAM procedures, and DualPortGYN hysterectomy for women who have completed childbearing. At CIGC®, we take into consideration your future family planning goals and desired treatment options. We provide personalized care to every patient to ensure they are getting the treatment that is right for them.

Fibroid Types

Fibroids can occur anywhere in and around the uterus and are named for their location. Cervical growths are considered rare, as most fibroids develop from the muscle of the uterus, or myometrium.

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Fibroid Causes

While the true cause of fibroids is still unknown, research is ongoing to find out more. Many potential causes of fibroids are related to both hormones and genetics.

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Fibroid Symptoms

Fibroids don’t always present with symptoms, but when they do, the most common symptoms include heavy bleeding, severe pain with the menstrual cycle and infertility.

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Fibroid Diagnosis

An accurate diagnosis is crucial for detecting and treating fibroids. The earlier the diagnosis, the better because small fibroids will grow to become larger fibroids that can cause more severe symptoms and increase the risk of complications over time. Pelvic exams are not the most effective diagnosis method for fibroids, so it’s recommended that patients always ask their doctor for an ultrasound.

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Fibroid Complications

If allowed to grow, fibroids can have serious complications. These complications may include anemia (which can be life-threatening), infertility, higher risk of premature birth, twisting of fibroids or bowel and urinary tract issues.

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Fibroid Risk Factors

All women are at risk for fibroids, but African American women have fibroids two to three times more than other races.³ African American women can develop problems at an earlier age, with the tumors growing faster, becoming larger and causing more bleeding and anemia than for women of other races.

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Fibroid Treatments

Fibroid treatment is usually surgical, medical or radiological. Recommended surgical treatment includes a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) or myomectomy (removal of fibroids while keeping the uterus intact). Medical treatment includes hormonal medications like birth control or other medications that reduce estrogen production and inflammation. Radiological treatments include uterine fibroid embolization, MRI-guided ultrasound and radiofrequency ablation, though these treatments are not recommended by CIGC.

If fibroids are causing debilitating symptoms and interfering with quality of life, surgical removal may be necessary to find complete relief. The surgical specialists at CIGC meet with fibroid patients to evaluate each individual case and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.

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Fibroids FAQ

What is the best treatment for fibroids?

There are many treatments for fibroids, but in general for those patients who desire to become pregnant, fibroid removal by surgery — also known as myomectomy — is the preferred option. Removal of the fibroids allows for the bulk of the fibroids to be removed and gets the uterus back to normal in most cases to allow for pregnancy. As fibroids become larger, however, the risks of fibroid removal increase. For fertility patients, these risks include scarring to the cavity of the uterus and tubes, as well as abnormal healing leading to infertility. Other options such as embolization, radiofrequency ablation (Acessa), MRI-guided ultrasound, and others that do not remove the fibroids should not be considered. These techniques may decrease the size of the fibroids but may also cause problems such as an increased incidence of miscarriage as well as difficulty in becoming pregnant or maintaining a pregnancy.

Do fibroids cause weight gain?

Only in cases of very large fibroids. Even the largest fibroids have a maximum weight of five to 10 pounds. Fibroids are bulky, but do not weigh a lot. A five-pound fibroid, for example, may be as large as a small watermelon.

Is it possible to naturally get rid of fibroids?

No. Fibroids grow through estrogen production, which occurs throughout a woman’s life until menopause. At menopause, estrogen production stops, and fibroids can shrink. It is important to note that fibroids never completely go away. A large fibroid may only decrease in size by one half after menopause, and this may take years. Fibroids can also undergo “degeneration” after menopause and loss of blood supply. Calcific degeneration, for example, “calcifies” the fibroids, turning them into very hard masses that are difficult to remove. This is a common form of degeneration for fibroids and can cause significant discomfort.

What size of fibroid requires surgery?

Removal of fibroids depends on location, symptoms, and the desire for fertility. A 1 cm fibroid — about one half an inch — can cause severe bleeding if it is in the uterine cavity and can also cause infertility. Fibroids this size should be removed. The same fibroid in the muscle or outside of the uterus does not require removal. Larger fibroids should be removed, since fibroids rarely stay the same size, but continue to grow as long as estrogen is being made (i.e., before menopause occurs).

Fibroid Specialists at CIGC

For the best chance at effective relief from fibroid symptoms, seek treatment from a proven fibroids specialist. A specialist with a high level of expertise in treating fibroids will lower complication rates and risks of incomplete fibroid treatment. The fibroids specialists at CIGC use advanced laparoscopic techniques that put patients’ well-being first. Both the DualPortGYN® and LAAM® procedures involve only two small incisions and a quick recovery. Using state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery centers, each procedure is performed on an outpatient basis so patients can go home the same day.

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The CIGC Difference

The Center for Innovative GYN Care techniques are exclusive to our practice. DualPortGYN ® and LAAM ® (laparoscopic assisted abdominal myomectomy) were developed by the CIGC minimally invasive GYN specialists to improve the outcomes of GYN surgery. DualPortGYN and LAAM take advantage of advanced techniques that enhance the safety of each procedure. These procedures have drastically reduced surgery time, decreased the number and size of incisions and identified optimum placement of the incisions, all of which lead to reduced recovery time and pain.

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If you’re considering a myomectomy or hysterectomy for fibroids, our specialists are ready to provide an evaluation of your symptoms and condition(s) and recommend an appropriate solution.

References:

¹ Downes E, Sikirica V, Gilabert-Estelles J, et al. The burden of uterine fibroids in five European countries. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2010;152:96-102.

² Baird D, Dunson D, Hill M, et al. High Cumulative incidence of uterine leiomyoma in black and white women: ultrasound evidence. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2003;188(1): 100-7.

³ Donnez J, Dolmans MM. Uterine fibroid management: from the present to the future. Human Reproduction Update. 2016;22(6):665-686.

⁴ Eltoukhi H, Modi M, Weston M. The health disparities of uterine fibroids for African American women: a public health issue.AJOG. 2014;210(3):194-199.

⁵ Stewart E, Cookson C, Gandolfo R, Schulze-Rath R. Epidemiology of uterine fibroids: a systematic review. BJOG. 2017;124(10):1501-1512.

⁶ Khan AT, Shehmar M, Gupta JK. Uterine fibroids: current perspectives. Int J Womens Health. 2014;6:95–114.

You Don’t Have to Live with Fibroid Pain.

The Center for Innovative GYN Care^® (CIGC^®) advanced minimally invasive fibroid removal techniques help women find relief faster, and get back to their lives sooner.

You Don’t Have to Live with Fibroid Pain.

The Center for Innovative GYN Care^® (CIGC^®) advanced minimally invasive fibroid removal techniques help women find relief faster, and get back to their lives sooner.

Take Action with Thorough Fibroid Removal

If you’re suffering from fibroids, you may have been told that your fibroids do not need immediate treatment, and you can watch and wait to see what happens. As leading fibroid specialists, we can tell you this is an outdated practice, and not a treatment for fibroids. The best way to avoid long-term complications from fibroids is to treat them early with a laparoscopic GYN surgeon. It’s time to get back to your life, healthier than ever.

What Makes Us Different and What It Means for You

Superior outcomes: Our state-of-the-art techniques result in only one hour of surgery time, smaller incisions, and a quicker recovery time of only one to two weeks.
Focused on advanced GYN surgery: Unlike OBGYNs, CIGC surgical specialists do not practice obstetrics, and focus 100% on innovative minimally invasive GYN surgery for complex conditions.
Beyond fellowship-training: We have innovated and trademarked advanced GYN techniques such as minimally invasive LAAM^® myomectomy for fertility and DualPortGYN^® hysterectomy, providing highly superior surgical results.

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Life-Changing Surgical Techniques

Our specialists developed revolutionary techniques to transform patient outcomes — providing faster recovery, less pain, and tiny incisions so that scars are virtually invisible.

DualPortGYN is an innovative laparoscopic surgical technique used to treat women who suffer from abnormal bleeding or pelvic pain due to fibroids.
LAAM is our fertility preserving, advanced laparoscopic myomectomy procedure that removes fibroids entirely for women of childbearing age.

Fibroids Symptoms

Our state-of-the-art techniques provide faster relief from fibroid symptoms such as:

Facts About Fibroids

Fibroids affect approximately 80% of all women.
Fibroids can cause infertility by preventing implantation, or can result in miscarriage.
Fibroids do not disappear during or after menopause.
Fibroids can also cause less common symptoms such as clots in the pelvis and legs, obstruction of the ureter, and the prolapse of cervical fibroids.

DualPortGYN Compared to Other Surgical Techniques

	Our DualPortGYN Procedure	Standard Laparoscopic	Robotic	Open
Length of Procedure	30 min–1 Hour	2–3 Hours	2–3 Hours	1–2 Hours
Number of Incisions	2 (5 mm)	4 (5 mm)	3–7 (8–12 mm)	1 Large (10–15 cm)
Hospital Stay	0 Days	0–1 Day	1–2 Days	3 Days
Recovery Time	About 1 Week	Up to 3 Weeks	Up to 6 Weeks	Up to 8 Weeks

DualPortGYN Compared to Standard Laparoscopic Techniques

Our DualPortGYN Procedure	Standard Laparoscopic
Length of Procedure 30 min–1 Hour	Length of Procedure 2–3 Hours
Number of Incisions 2 (5 mm)	Number of Incisions 4 (5 mm)
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 0–1 Day
Recovery Time About 1 Week	Recovery Time Up to 3 Weeks

Our DualPortGYN Procedure	Robotic
Length of Procedure 30 min–1 Hour	Length of Procedure 2–3 Hours
Number of Incisions 2 (5 mm)	Number of Incisions 3–7 (8–12 mm)
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 1–2 Days
Recovery Time About 1 Week	Recovery Time Up to 6 Weeks

Our DualPortGYN Procedure	Open
Length of Procedure 30 min–1 Hour	Length of Procedure 1–2 Hours
Number of Incisions 2 (5 mm)	Number of Incisions 1 Large (10–15 cm)
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 3 Days
Recovery Time About 1 Week	Recovery Time Up to 8 Weeks

LAAM Compared to Other Myomectomy Techniques

	Our LAAM Procedure	Standard Laparoscopic	Robotic	Open
Length of Procedure	1–1.5 Hours	2.5 Hours	3–4 Hour	2–2.5 Hours
Number of Incisions	2	3–4	4–5	1 x 10 – 15 cm
NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED	9.1	2.9	2.9	9
Hospital Stay	0 Days	1 Day	1 Day	2–3 Days
Recovery Time	10–14 Days	Up to 3 weeks	Up to 3 Weeks	Up to 8 Weeks
CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY	0.7%	22.9%	8.2%	N/A

LAAM Compared to Other Myomectomy Techniques

Our LAAM Procedure	Standard Laparoscopic
Length of Procedure 1–1.5 Hours	Length of Procedure 2.5 Hours
Number of Incisions 2	Number of Incisions 3–4
NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 9.1	NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 2.9
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 1 Day
Recovery Time 10–14 Days	Recovery Time Up to 3 weeks
CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY 0.7%	CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY 22.9%

Our LAAM Procedure	Robotic
Length of Procedure 1–1.5 Hours	Length of Procedure 3–4 Hours
Number of Incisions 2	Number of Incisions 4–5
NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 9.1	NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 2.9
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 1 Day
Recovery Time 10–14 Days	Recovery Time Up to 3 weeks
CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY 0.7%	CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY 8.2%

Our LAAM Procedure	Open
Length of Procedure 1–1.5 Hours	Length of Procedure 2–2.5 Hours
Number of Incisions 2	Number of Incisions 1 x 10–15 cm
NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 9.1	NUMBER OF FIBROIDS REMOVED 9
Hospital Stay 0 Days	Hospital Stay 2-3 Days
Recovery Time 10–14 Days	Recovery Time Up to 8 weeks
CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY 0.7%	CONVERSION TO OPEN SURGERY N/A

*LAAM Myomectomy results published in The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology.

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