For women seeking a long-term, reversible method of birth control, the Mirena® IUD is one of the most effective devices on the market. This hormone-releasing system is placed in your uterus and designed to prevent pregnancy for up to five years – you won’t even know it’s there! When you are ready to start a family, you can have the Mirena® device removed, and there is no wait time to observe before you begin conception. Mirena® was approved by the FDA in 2000 for use as a contraception device, and in 2009 as a treatment for heavy periods. The hormone levonorgestrel is released from the IUD into the uterus, and thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm from fertilization. Having Mirena® Placed: Inserted by your healthcare provider during an office visit Typically takes just a few minutes Cramps, dizziness and/or bleeding are common side effects. Ask your healthcare provider about over-the-counter pain medication you can take to minimize cramps Let your healthcare provider know if your side effects are severe or last more than 30 minutes as Mirena may not have been properly placed. Mirena® is recommended for patients who have already had one or more children and seek long-term but not permanent birth control. If you have experienced pelvic infections or illnesses in the past, this device may not be recommended for your use. We strongly advise a consultation with one of our doctors to determine the right birth control method for you. For more questions on Mirena® and other types of contraception, please call The Group for Women at 757-466-5751.  

Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures Performed by The Group for Women Most procedures are outpatient, allowing you to go home; however, some require a hospital stay. Repair of Pelvic Support Defects Sacrocolpopexy: Inpatient Procedure Direct Fix Repair: Inpatient Procedure Hysterectomy Supracervical Hysterectomy: Outpatient Procedure Total Hysterectomy: Outpatient Procedure Vaginal Hysterectomy: Inpatient Procedure Additional Gynecologic & Obstetrical Procedures Hysterosalpingography: Outpatient Procedure Myomectomy (removal of fibroids): Outpatient Procedure Operative Laparoscopy (minimally invasive pelvic surgery): Outpatient Operative Hysteroscopy (minimally invasive intrauterine surgery): Outpatient Surgical Management of Bartholins Gland Abnormalities: Outpatient Procedure Contact The Group for Women today at 757-466-6350 to schedule your appointment.  

Recover Quicker! Less Pain! Less Scarring! Get Back to Your Life! Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures mean that your doctor with The Group for Women can perform the recommended procedure through tiny incisions instead of one large opening. The doctor passes a long, thin tube through the incision. The tube has a miniature camera attached at the end, called an endoscope. Tubes attached to small instruments are passed through the other openings. By maneuvering instruments, your doctor is able to investigate and see the area in question and remove or repair whatever is wrong. Why is Minimally Invasive Surgery a good alternative? When your doctor can perform your surgery with smaller incisions, you have a better chance of recovering quicker with less discomfort than conventional surgery. Less tissue is affected with less scarring. When indicated, your doctor will make the choice and recommend that your surgery is performed using this Minimally Invasive technique. In some cases, your doctor may not be able to see everything and may have to use a larger incision. Your doctor will explain all of this and more before your surgery. Most Minimally Invasive Surgeries are performed as out-patient, so you can go home the same day to recuperate. Some surgeries, however, may require you to stay overnight in the hospital. Contact The Group for Women today at 757-466-6350 to schedule your appointment.  

da Vinci Hysterectomy offers numerous potential benefits over traditional approaches, including: Significantly less pain Minimal blood loss and need for transfusion Fewer complications Shorter hospital stay Quicker recovery and return to normal activities Small incisions for minimal scarring Better outcomes and patient satisfaction, in many cases Contact The Group for Women today at 757-466-6350 to schedule your appointment.  

The Group for Women’s Dr. Wentworth, Dr. Kreider, and Dr. Pascioni are trained and qualified with the high-tech da Vinci® Surgical System. This cutting edge surgical technology is minimally invasive, allowing the patient to heal faster with less pain. When medication and non-invasive procedures are unable to relieve symptoms, surgery remains the accepted and most effective treatment for a range of gynecologic conditions. These include, but are not limited to, cervical and uterine cancer, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse and menorrhagia or excessive bleeding. Traditional open gynecologic surgery, using a large incision for access to the uterus and surrounding anatomy, has for many years been the standard approach to many gynecologic procedures. Yet with open surgery can come significant pain, trauma, a long recovery process and threat to surrounding organs and nerves. For women facing gynecologic surgery, the period of pain, discomfort and extended time away from normal daily activities that usually follows traditional surgery can understandably cause significant anxiety. For complex hysterectomies and other gynecologic procedures, robot-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System may be the most effective, least invasive treatment option. Through tiny, 1-2 cm incisions, surgeons using the da Vinci System* can operate with greater precision and control, minimizing the pain and risk associated with large incisions while increasing the likelihood of a fast recovery and excellent clinical outcomes. Contact The Group for Women today at 757-466-6350 to schedule your appointment.  

The Group for Women OB-GYN practice of Hampton Roads provides patients with surgical procedures designed to improve your quality of life. Whether you have difficulty with heavy periods, urinary incontinence, or require a procedure to repair your pelvic region following illness or trauma, our professional gynecologists are here to discuss options. We offer procedures that can be performed at our clinics in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, or as inpatient/outpatient procedures at Sentara Leigh Hospital. Hysterosalpingography: Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) Myomectomy (removal of fibroids): Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) Operative Laparoscopy Pelvic Surgery: Outpatient Procedure  (Minimally Invasive) Operative Hysteroscopy (minimally invasive intrauterine surgery): Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) Surgical Management of Bartholins Gland Abnormalities: Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) PST: Office Procedure Amniocentesis: Office Procedure Sonohystograms: Office Procedure Endometrial Biopsies: Office Procedure To schedule an appointment with any of our gynecologists, contact us today at 757-466-6350.

For treatment of heavy periods, The Group for Women of Hampton Roads offers various outpatient and office procedures that help reduce menstrual flow and any associated discomfort. If you have recently experienced changes in your cycle that come with abdominal pain and other symptoms, we welcome you to schedule an appointment with any of our gynecologists for an examination and consultation. Dilation & Curettage (D&C): Outpatient Procedure Endometrial Ablation Procedures: Office or Outpatient Procedure Microwave Endometrial Ablation: Outpatient Procedure Novasure Endometrial Ablation: Outpatient Procedure Thermachoice Endometrial Ablation (TCA): Office or Outpatient Procedure Versapointe Hysteroscopic Endometrial Ablation: Outpatient Procedure Hydrothermal Ablation (HTA): Office Procedure Hysteroscopy: Office Procedure or Outpatient To learn more about minimally invasive surgical procedures for treatment of heavy periods, contact us today at 757-466-6350.

The Group for Women of Hampton Roads offers patients different options for hysterectomy procedures. Some may be performed in an outpatient facility, while others require a hospital stay. If you are not certain what type of hysterectomy is right for you, we invite you to make an appointment with one of our gynecologists today at 757-466-6350. Supracervical Hysterectomy: Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) Total Hysterectomy: Outpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) Vaginal Hysterectomy: Inpatient Procedure (Minimally Invasive) When you make an appointment at any of our OB-GYN clinics in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, we will discuss the options available to you.

The Group for Women, OB/GYN clinics of Hampton Roads, offers patients many options with regards to birth control and sterilization. We welcome you to consult with any of our staff gynecologists to learn more about the procedures and to determine which is right is for you. In addition to prescription birth control and simple temporary procedures, we offer the following office and outpatient options: Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertions: Office Procedure Hysteroscopic IUD Removal: Office Procedure Laparoscopic Bilateral Tubal Ligation: Outpatient Procedure Laparoscopic Bilateral Tubal Clipping: Outpatient Procedure Nexplanon Insertion & Removals: Office Procedure To schedule your appointment or to learn more about the minimally invasive birth control procedures we offer, contact us at 757-466-6350.

Pap smears are generally considered a routine part of your pelvic exam. In the event a test comes back abnormal, you may wonder what to do next. The Group for Women of Hampton Roads offers many minimally invasive options  for treatment: Colposcopy: Office Procedure Loop Electrocautery Excision Procedures (LEEP): Office Procedure Cervical Conization: Outpatient Procedure Cryotherapy of the Cervix: Office Procedure To schedule an appointment with any of our gynecologists to discuss an abnormal pap smear, contact us today at 757-466-6350.