columbushosp.org 9 Expert surgical and recovery care The OB-GYN physicians also perform gynecologic surgeries at CCH, including procedures that help with ovarian cysts, pelvic pain, endometriosis, uterine polyps and abnormal menstrual bleeding. Procedures range from hysteroscopic endometrial ablations to da Vinci robotic-assisted hysterectomies. The technology enables surgeons to make smaller cuts than in traditional surgery. “Our focus is minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, so we use small incisions or no incisions,” Wulf said. Many surgeries — even some hysterectomies — are performed on an outpatient basis. Patients who stay for recovery receive care both from CCH’s nurses and their OB-GYN physician in the maternal child health unit. In addition to providing postoperative care, the OB-GYNs diagnose and manage the gynecologic conditions of women who come to the emergency room, as well as those who are hospitalized for such issues. Care throughout your life In its outpatient clinic, the OB-GYN team provides complete women’s health care for all stages of life. That includes well-woman exams and management of abnormal periods, fertility issues, gynecologic pain and menopause symptoms. Team members also provide incontinence treatments and perform minor in-office procedures. The group cares deeply for patients while staying current with the newest research and recommendations, noted Kara Weishaar, MD. “We also use shared decision-making with our patients,” she said. “This means that the women we care for can trust us to offer counseling and recommendations on all of the options available, and to support them in making the best treatment choices for their individual situations.” Focused on you and your family In the clinic and at CCH, the OB-GYN team is focused on you and all your gynecologic needs. Wulf, Kiichler, Weishaar and Abbott are joined by nurse practitioners Jennifer Nekl, APRN, and Karla Coria, APRN, who provide care to patients in the clinic and assist with procedures. Together, they take the time to personalize your care. “We really want to get to know you and see what your concerns are — how can we help?” Kiichler said. “We make sure you walk out of our office feeling like we listened.” From the front desk to the care team and everyone in between, patients are at the heart of everything they do. Their top priority is offering the best, evidencebased care possible for the community. “We value our community, and we value being here,” Kiichler said. “It’s a privilege to provide care.” Empowering women at every stage of life Read provider bios for the Columbus Women’s Healthcare team and find appointment information and more at columbuswomenshealthcare.com. scan The Columbus Women’s Healthcare team includes, from left: Jennifer Nekl, APRN; Heidi Abbott, midwife; Kady Kiichler, MD; Nicholas Wulf, DO; Kara Weishaar, MD; and Karla Coria, APRN.
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