Dr. Amy Park

Endometriosis, a complex and multifaceted condition, presents challenges in its definition, diagnosis, and treatment, requiring a detailed understanding of its manifestations and patient-specific approaches. Learn more about the intricacies in diagnosing and defining endometriosis, the urgency for precise diagnostics, and the need for an individualized treatment approach.

Effective endometriosis treatment requires providers to navigate surgical decisions, personalized care, adjunctive therapies, and the impact of social determinants. Learn more about the intricacies of different surgical options, the role of adjunctive therapies in pain management, and the impact of social factors in diagnosis, progression, and individualized treatment of endometriosis.

Pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence can be managed with both conservative treatment and surgical procedures. Learn more about how to approach shared decision making with patients and how management can be tailored to the individual.

Pelvic floor physical therapist Ingrid Harm-Ernandes details the importance of understanding the anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor when providing pelvic floor physical therapy, and how issues within the pelvic floor musculoskeletal and nervous systems can mimic other diseases in the body, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment.

Pelvic floor PT is more than just targeted exercises; it's a multifaceted and interdisciplinary practice that can significantly impact patient recovery. The lack of immediate access to pelvic PT, resulting in long wait times, reveals an essential area of need in patient care.

Successfully treating placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) requires a multidisciplinary approach, the regionalization of care and a focus on psychological and physiological well being postpartum.

Placenta accreta spectrum disorder occurs when the placenta attaches to a cesarean scar, requiring diagnosis and diligent treatment throughout pregnancy. Learn more!

Opportunistic salpingectomy is the surgical removal of the fimbriated ends of the fallopian tubes to prevent development of ovarian cancer. The salpingectomy surgery is designed to be performed when an OBGYN physician is already present in the operating room, such as a C-section or cyst removal in patients who have completed childbearing.

Ovarian tissue cryopreservation is a groundbreaking technique in oncofertility, providing hope for patients at high risk of infertility. Learn more about the intricate process of extraction and processing of ovarian tissue, the surgical considerations involved in reintroducing the preserved tissue, and the questions around accessibility and expansion of these procedures to institutions with limited resources.

Opportunistic Salpingectomy is the surgical removal of the fallopian tubes in tandem with another abdominal surgery, which can be done for high-risk ovarian cancer patients. Learn the pros and cons!

When cancer care can negatively affect fertility, fertility preservation techniques include egg freezing, sperm banking, ovarian tissue cryopreservation, and the promising investigational method of testicular tissue freezing. Learn more about the evolving landscape of oncofertility, the challenges faced, and the future directions in this comprehensive exploration of fertility preservation in the face of cancer therapies.

Oncofertility, a multidisciplinary field dedicated to preserving fertility in cancer patients, is emerging as a critical consideration in comprehensive cancer care. Learn more about the challenges and advancements in awareness and accessibility, patient counseling strategies, and the evolving system solutions shaping the field.

Navigating the intricacies of uterine transplantation necessitates an in-depth comprehension of donor selection, surgical techniques, and the unique aspects of immunosuppression in this field. Learn more about the evolving surgical strategies, the significance of securing blood flow, and the tailored application of immunosuppression.

Uterus transplants provide a dynamic and unique solution to infertility for many patients. Learn more about the history, candidacy considerations, costs, and screening processes for these revolutionary transplants.

Setting up and implementing an advanced gynecology ultrasound practice for endometriosis & adenomyosis can increase efficiency, patient satisfaction, & positive outcomes. Learn more!