Did you know that many women undergo hysterectomies without fully understanding their options?
Hysterectomy is one of the most common surgeries performed on women—but too often, patients aren’t given the full picture. From what should (and shouldn’t) be removed to the long-term effects on hormone balance and pelvic health, the lack of informed consent has lifelong consequences.
In this podcast episode on hysterectomy, we break down:
What Is a Hysterectomy? Understanding the Types and Your Options
Learn about total, partial, and radical hysterectomies
What should be removed—and what shouldn’t?
Do You Really Need a Hysterectomy? Common Reasons & Alternatives
Fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding—what’s the right approach?
Exploring non-surgical options before making a decision
The Hidden Truth: How Guidelines & Reimbursement Influence Your Surgery
Why some OB-GYNs don’t refer patients to minimally invasive specialists
How insurance reimbursement impacts surgical recommendations
The Role of Pelvic Physical Therapy: Why It’s Missing From the Conversation
Most doctors don’t mention pelvic PT—here’s why you should ask
How pelvic PT can prevent post-surgical pain, incontinence, and sexual dysfunction
What Happens If Your Ovaries Are Removed? The Critical Role of Hormone Therapy
Surgical menopause: what doctors don’t always explain
How hormone therapy (or lack of it) impacts long-term health
Essential Questions to Ask Before Your Hysterectomy
What type of hysterectomy is best for my condition?
Should I keep my cervix and ovaries?
What are the long-term effects I should be aware of?
Can I be referred to a minimally invasive surgeon or pelvic PT?
The Bigger Picture: Why Women’s Health Needs Systemic Change
Hysterectomy is just one example of how women’s health is overlooked
Why startups and investors in women’s health must consider these systemic barriers
Why This Matters:
Many women experience post-surgical complications like pelvic pain, incontinence, and sexual dysfunction—issues that could be prevented with better education and advocacy. Doctors don’t always tell you the full story, but you have the right to ask questions and make informed decisions about your body.
Who Should Listen?
This episode is for:
Women considering or recovering from hysterectomy
Healthcare professionals navigating patient advocacy
Startups and investors in women’s health, understanding systemic barriers
Anyone interested in how medical guidelines impact real-world healthcare
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