Dr. Shanti Mohling shares the details of endometriosis surgery, recovery, and pelvic floor therapy as important treatment options for patients with this condition.

Episode Summary

In this third episode of Fempower Health's series on endometriosis, Dr. Shanti Mohling, a minimally invasive surgeon, who devotes her clinical activity to patients with pelvic pain and endometriosis, explores the importance of excision surgery, the challenges of diagnosing and treating endometriosis, and strategies for managing its recurrence. She emphasizes the need for early detection, multidisciplinary approaches, and personalized care in improving outcomes for those affected by this complex condition.

Key Takeaways

• Why surgery is the most effective treatment for endometriosis and how to find a doctor trained in endometriosis excision surgery. 
• Screening and early detection of endometriosis, especially in adolescence, to prevent more invasive procedures later in life.
• Advantages of taking a multidisciplinary approach to endometriosis treatment and healthcare in general.
• Difficulties in diagnosing endometriosis, especially through imaging tests.
• Surgery's role in improving fertility, debunking myths such as pregnancy as a cure for endometriosis.
• Benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy to manage endometriosis and pelvic pain effectively.
• What the healing process of endometriosis surgery entails.
• The complexity of healthcare for endometriosis patients and the value of raising awareness and understanding of the condition.

"I think a lot of disease that recurs is inadequately treated, and yet we call it recurrent. It's really just persistent, not recurrent is my guess." - Dr. Shanti Mohling

Related to this episode:

• Resources and episodes on Endometriosis

• Follow Dr. Shanti Mohling on Instagram
• Learn more about Northwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery in Portland, Oregon
• Part 1 of 4: Innovations in Endometriosis Diagnosis, Pelvic Pain Management, and Patient Support
• Part 2 of 4: Endometriosis Care, Treatment Options, and Patient Advocacy

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Guest Bio

Dr. Shanti Mohling completed medical school and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado and has been board certified since 2003. She spent 15 years in private practice in New Mexico. In 2014 she returned to training and completed a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (MIGS) at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga. She served as faculty and Director of Gynecology in Chattanooga through 2019. In Spring of 2021, Dr. Mohling joined Northwest Endometriosis and Pelvic Surgery in Portland, Oregon. She now devotes her clinical activity to patients with pelvic pain and endometriosis.

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