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Gynecologic Surgery

University of Iowa Health Care specialists offer minimally invasive surgery for gynecologic conditions.
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Many gynecologic conditions can be managed with lifestyle changes, physical therapy, and medications, while some require surgical treatment. UI Health Care experts perform many gynecologic surgeries using minimally invasive techniques. 

Performed through tiny incisions, these procedures let you recover faster with less pain. In many cases, you can go home the same day. 

Providers from all over Iowa refer people to us because of our expertise and years of surgical experience. 

Our team handles even the most complex cases. If you've been told that minimally invasive surgery isn't an option for you, see us for a second opinion. 

Our approach to gynecologic surgery

Most of the surgeries our team performs are minimally invasive. 

You'll benefit from this approach in a number of ways: 

  • Smaller incisions mean less blood loss and a lower chance of infection or complications. 
  • You'll recover more quickly, with less pain.  
  • In most cases, you can go home the same day or the next morning. 

We use enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols. This approach to anesthesia and pain relief helps you get back to your normal life as quickly as possible. 

Why choose UI Health Care?

Highly specialized care

We have a large team of experts who specialize in particular surgeries. If you have gynecologic cancer, our gynecologic oncology team offers the latest treatments. If you have pelvic organ prolapse or a related condition, our urogynecologists are experts in pelvic floor reconstructive surgery.  

A team approach

We make sure you get comprehensive care for every aspect of your physical and mental health. We can bring together a multidisciplinary team focused on giving you the best results.  

Leading-edge technology

Our providers are experts in using the latest surgical technology and techniques. For example, robot-assisted surgery enables incredible precision. This means quicker recovery and less scarring. 

Gynecologic imaging experts

Our obstetrics and gynecology services include a dedicated team of ultrasound imaging specialists. Their expertise lets us make the most accurate diagnosis and determine the right treatment. 

Training the next generation of experts

As part of an academic medical center, we're training future gynecologic surgeons. That means we're always up to date with the very latest techniques and technologies.

If you can't have minimally invasive surgery

Our team's expertise lets us offer minimally invasive surgery to many people who have been told it's not an option.  

However, there are still some cases that require traditional open surgery.  

Open surgery uses a larger incision that gives the surgeon a complete view of the organs and tissues.  

Our surgeons are equally skilled at this approach. And our enhanced recovery after surgery protocol means your hospital stay will be as brief as possible.

Types of gynecologic surgery offered by UI Health Care

Our team has expertise in the following procedures: 

  • Cervical cancer surgery 
  • Endometrial cancer surgery 
  • Exploratory surgery of pelvic masses  
  • Fertility-related surgery 
  • Hysterectomy 
  • Surgery for pelvic pain 
  • Tubal ligation 
  • Tubal ligation reversal (reanastomosis) 
  • Uterine fibroid removal (myomectomy) 
  • Uterine prolapse repair 
  • Vaginal wall prolapse repair 

Our Care Team

Emily Boevers, MD portrait

Emily
Boevers
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
Holly Bolger, DO portrait

Holly
Bolger
DO

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.87 out of 5 (444 ratings)
Joseph Ehle, MD portrait

Joseph
Ehle
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.83 out of 5 (320 ratings)
Kelly L. Ferroni, MD portrait

Kelly L.
Ferroni
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.89 out of 5 (337 ratings)
Michael L. Haugsdal, MD portrait

Michael L.
Haugsdal
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.81 out of 5 (586 ratings)
Kathryn J. Huber-Keener, MD, PhD portrait

Kathryn J.
Huber-Keener
MD, PhD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.85 out of 5 (656 ratings)
Rachel Maassen, MD, MBA portrait

Rachel
Maassen
MD, MBA

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.92 out of 5 (886 ratings)
Miriam Murray, MD portrait

Miriam
Murray
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.89 out of 5 (545 ratings)
Laura L. Steers, MD portrait

Laura L.
Steers
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.77 out of 5 (242 ratings)
Kelly Ward, MD portrait

Kelly
Ward
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.94 out of 5 (1,216 ratings)
David P. Bender, MD portrait

David P.
Bender
MD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.86 out of 5 (2,565 ratings)
Jesus Gonzalez Bosquet, MD, PhD portrait

Jesus
Gonzalez Bosquet
MD, PhD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.83 out of 5 (841 ratings)
Michael J. Goodheart, MD portrait

Michael J.
Goodheart
MD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.85 out of 5 (1,373 ratings)
Megan McDonald, MD portrait

Megan
McDonald
MD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.90 out of 5 (1,349 ratings)
Vincent Wagner, MD portrait

Vincent
Wagner
MD

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.89 out of 5 (358 ratings)
E. Hakan Duran, MD portrait

E. Hakan
Duran
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.72 out of 5 (608 ratings)
Jessica Kresowik, MD portrait

Jessica
Kresowik
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.89 out of 5 (896 ratings)
Abigail C. Mancuso, MD portrait

Abigail C.
Mancuso
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.88 out of 5 (561 ratings)
Catherine Bradley, MD, MSCE portrait

Catherine
Bradley
MD, MSCE

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.79 out of 5 (1,345 ratings)
Kimberly A. Kenne, MD, MCR portrait

Kimberly A.
Kenne
MD, MCR

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.80 out of 5 (1,567 ratings)
Joseph T. Kowalski, MD portrait

Joseph T.
Kowalski
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.76 out of 5 (1,404 ratings)
Colette Gnade, MD portrait

Colette
Gnade
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.76 out of 5 (156 ratings)
Abbey J. Hardy-Fairbanks, MD portrait

Abbey J.
Hardy-Fairbanks
MD

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.87 out of 5 (809 ratings)
Nikki Goff, DNP, ARNP, RN, WHNP-BC portrait

Nikki
Goff
DNP, ARNP, RN, WHNP-BC

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.92 out of 5 (1,678 ratings)
SP

Stacy
Pohlman
ARNP

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
Debra K. Schnoor, ARNP, AOCN portrait

Debra K.
Schnoor
ARNP, AOCN

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.92 out of 5 (887 ratings)
Anna Conroy, PA-C portrait

Anna
Conroy
PA-C

  • Cancer
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
4.91 out of 5 (1,007 ratings)

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Locations and Offices

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Clinic (3 PFP)
31500 Pomerantz Family Pavilion (PFP)
Elevator M, Level 3
1-319-356-2294
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In Medical Center University
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242
Obstetrics and Gynecology - North Dodge
Suite 1000
1-319-356-2294
Clinic
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In Iowa City, North Dodge Street
1360 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245
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