Gynecologic Surgery
Gynecologic Surgery at UVM Health
When surgery is the best treatment for a gynecologic condition, having an experienced surgical team is essential. Gynecologists at University of Vermont Health are highly trained surgeons with expertise treating routine and complex conditions.
We use minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to reduce discomfort and speed your recovery. With locations across Vermont and northern New York, you have access to high-quality care no matter where you live.
Why Choose UVM Health?
As a leading gynecologic surgery program in the region, we offer:
- Experienced team: Our gynecologists have extensive training and experience in gynecologic surgery. They work closely with advanced practice providers and nurses to manage all your care — from diagnosis to surgery and recovery.
- Subspeciality referrals: As a member of a health system anchored by an academic medical center, your provider has immediate access to subspecialists for consultations and referrals.
- Support services: Supportive care such as physical therapy, social work and psychological counseling can help you recover physically and emotionally after surgery. We help you access services available through the UVM Health or in your community.
- Inclusive care: We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We welcome patients of all races, ethnicities, abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.
Conditions We Treat
Gynecologic conditions we may treat with surgery include:
- Abnormalities of the female reproductive organs
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Endometriosis
- Gynecologic cancer or precancer (abnormal cell changes that occur before cancer develops)
- Heavy periods
- Incontinence
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Uterine fibroids
Types of Gynecologic Surgery
At UVM Health, we personalize your care to meet your medical needs and individual preferences. Our team helps you understand the benefits and risks of surgery so you can decide your best path forward.
We use gynecologic surgical procedures for both diagnosis and treatment. In some cases, we can diagnose and treat a condition at the same time. Our goal is to provide care that helps you lead a full, active life. Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive techniques. Compared with open surgery, these approaches lead to faster recovery with less pain. We often perform them as outpatient procedures, which means you go home the same day.
Our gynecologists have expertise in a wide range of surgical procedures, including:
Placement of a thin, lighted tube through your cervix into your uterus. Hysteroscopy is used to diagnose conditions inside the uterus and remove polyps and fibroids.
Placement of a laparoscope (a thin, lighted tube with a camera at one end) and surgical tools into your abdomen through small incisions. These tools are used to perform a variety of operations.
Open surgery in your abdominal cavity used to diagnose and treat complex conditions, such as unexplained pelvic pain, large fibroids or cancer. When appropriate, a mini-laparotomy using a smaller incision can be done.
Robotic surgery is a special type of laparoscopic surgery that uses robotic instruments remotely controlled by your surgeon. Robotic technology is typically used for complex surgeries that require a high level of precision.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Common procedures we perform include:
Opening your cervix and removing tissue from the lining of your uterus (endometrium). D&C is used to diagnose and treat abnormal uterine bleeding, miscarriage or for abortion care.
Endometrial ablation is the removal or destruction of the endometrium (the tissue that lines the inside of the uterine cavity) to control heavy bleeding. This is a minimally invasive procedure typically done with hysteroscopy.
A hysterectomy is the removal of your uterus to treat conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse and cancer. We also perform hysterectomy and oophorectomy as part of gender-affirming care.
Removal of uterine fibroids without removing your uterus. Myomectomy may be performed by a hysteroscopy, laparoscopy or an open procedure, depending on the location, size and number of fibroids.
Oophorectomy is the removal of one or both ovaries using laparoscopic or open surgery. You may have an oophorectomy to treat ovarian cysts or other ovarian conditions, or to prevent ovarian cancer.
Removal of one or both fallopian tubes using laparoscopic or open surgery. We perform this procedure to treat ectopic pregnancies or fallopian tube conditions. It is also a permanent birth control method and prevention measure for people at high risk of ovarian cancer.
Permanently closing your fallopian tubes so you cannot become pregnant. We perform most tubal ligations using laparoscopic surgery. In some cases, tubal ligation may be reversible with a surgery called tubal reanastomosis. Our reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialists offer consultations to determine if you may be eligible for this procedure.
Awards & Certifications
American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine (AIUM) Accreditation
We are home to the only gynecology program in Vermont accredited by the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine for obstetrical ultrasound scans. This accreditation recognizes our commitment to making sure you have access to the advanced tests you need.
Locations near you
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, Main Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
206 Cornelia Street
Suite 105
Plattsburgh, NY 12901-2779
16 Third Street
Suite C
Malone, NY 12953-1305
130 Fisher Road
MOB-A, Suite 1-4
Berlin, VT 05602-9000
116 Porter Drive
Middlebury, VT 05753-8501
