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Patient Evaluation and Management

Women  with pelvic symptoms and suspected or previously diagnosed endometriosis may call our clinical office for an appointment for consultation by ISTE clinical staff.  Medical records including the results of previous diagnostic tests, surgical reports, Laparoscopic photos and videos should be forwarded to us and be available at the time of consultation.  Considering that endometriosis typically involves pelvic and extra pelvic  organs, ISTE's philosophy favors a multidisciplinary approach and specialists other than reproductive endocrinologists may be involved in consultation.  After complete evaluation, consultants' findings and recommendations, including advantages and disadvantages of alternative approaches to the management will be discussed with the patient and forwarded to the patient's physician.  If the patient chooses to do so, she may transfer her subsequent management to our office.

Clinical Philosophy

Because none of the currently available therapeutic approaches in endometriosis alters basic pathophysiological mechanisms, none is curative and none is uniformly effective.  Each treatment method offers specific advantages and disadvantages.  Surgical and medical options should be considered in each case and both the patient and her physician should carefully evaluate specific indications and contraindications as well as weigh the risks and benefits of each option.

Clinical and Consulting Staff

Includes board certified specialists in the following disciplines:
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Reproductive Surgery and Laser Surgery
Gynecologic Oncology
General Surgery
Urologic Surgery
Gastroenterology
Pain management
Counseling, Supportive and Educational Services

Office Hours and Appointments

Endometriosis Institute Clinical Staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for established patients.  New patient hours, which require appointments, are as follows:

Monday 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

For information and to make an appointment, please call:

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You may e-mail the Endometriosis Institute

lsavitskas@endometriosisinstitute.com

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