Obstetrics & Gynecology
June 7, 2019
Off to New Adventures After Bidding Incontinence Goodbye
For years, Catherine Hebert always carried a pair of underwear in her purse. She often needed them. Affected by stress incontinence, she leaked with even slight exertion. Now, after undergoing an outpatient procedure to treat the incontinence with urinary mesh, Catherine stays dry, and her extra undergarments stay at home.
Tags: Dr. Emanuel Trabuco, incontinence, Pelvic organ prolapse, Transvaginal mesh
June 3, 2019
Special Delivery for the Nardinger Family
When Holly Nardinger went into labor weeks before her due date, Holly’s health care providers in Red Wing, Minnesota, teamed up with a Mayo Clinic neonatologist 50 miles away to ensure baby Clara’s safe arrival.
Tags: Dr. Sarah Helm, Dr. William Carey, Mayo Clinic Children's Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing, Teleneonatology Program, The BirthPlace
May 15, 2019
Thankful for the Gift of Motherhood After a Long and Trying Journey
At times, Jess Pederson thought she might never become a mother. She struggled through infertility treatments and faced the risk of preterm labor. But now, as Jess watches her healthy baby boy thrive, she’s grateful for the compassionate care she received along the way.
Tags: Dr. Suzette Peltier, Infertility Care, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Preterm labor
May 10, 2019
Mother’s Day Has Special Meaning After Stroke and Heart Surgery
After weathering a stroke and heart valve replacement, the prospect for Ashley Zimmerman to fulfill her dream of becoming a mom seemed dim. But with guidance and care from Mayo Clinic specialists, now Ashley is looking forward to celebrating her first Mother’s Day with her baby boy.
Tags: Congenital Heart Disease, Dr. Sabrina Phillips, Heart valve surgery, Maternal cardiology
April 17, 2019
Straightforward Approach Fixes Fibroids
When Karen Pauly began looking for treatment to address her painful uterine fibroids, she needed a care team that could take all her medical concerns into consideration. Karen took her quest to Mayo Clinic, where she received minimally invasive therapy that has dramatically improved her life.
Tags: Dr. Andrew Stockland, Dr. Daniel Breitkopf, Dr. Joseph Murphy, Uterine artery embolization, Women's Heart Clinic
March 22, 2019
Surviving Cervical Cancer, Sharing Her Story
When Lena Spotleson sought treatment for unexplained stomach pain, the 26-year-old was shocked to learn she had late-stage cervical cancer. But the aggressive treatment Lena received at Mayo Clinic eliminated the cancer. Now, in an effort to help others, she’s sharing her perspective on being a cancer survivor.
Tags: Cervical cancer, Dr. Harshita Paripati, Dr. Javier Magrina, Dr. Sujay Vora, Gynecologic Oncology, Mayo Clinic Cancer Center
June 15, 2018
Fostering a Peaceful Pregnancy
A Mayo Clinic prenatal program takes a new approach to improving care for women with low-risk pregnancies.
Tags: Center for Innovation, Dr. Abimbola Famuyide, Dr. Myra Wick, Mayo Clinic Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery, OB Nest, Obstetrics and Gynecology
April 2, 2018
Teamwork and Telemedicine Save a Newborn’s Life
When Mary Beth Delong experienced a medical emergency just before her son was born, specialists at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire and Mayo Clinic’s Rochester campus worked together to secure a happy ending for all involved.
Tags: Dr. Jennifer Fang, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Placental abruption
March 2, 2018
Helping New Moms Emerge From Postpartum Depression
After her second child was born, Alethea Clark experienced a severe form of postpartum depression. With care from Mayo Clinic Health System, she eventually overcame the disorder. Now Alethea hopes her story will encourage others to seek help, too.
Tags: Emily Sisco, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Postpartum depression
February 20, 2018
Fetal Surgery Sets the Stage for a Healthy Birth
Diagnosed with a life-threatening condition at 20 weeks gestation, Xavier Sorying underwent an innovative operation while in utero that helped him overcome his birth defect.
Tags: Dr. Denise Klinkner, Dr. Rodrigo Ruano, Fetal Care Center, Fetal Diagnostic and Intervention Center, Fetal surgery, Mayo Clinic Children's Center, NICU, otorhinolaryngology, Pediatric surgery