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Ep42: Focused Ultrasound for Women’s Health: One Patient’s Adenomyosis Journey

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Adenomyosis is a condition in which the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus, often causing heavy menstrual bleeding, severe cramping, and chronic pelvic pain. It is estimated to affect 25–60% of women worldwide. Despite its prevalence, treatment options in North America remain extremely limited. Many patients are forced to choose between long-term opioid pain management or a hysterectomy, options that can significantly impact quality of life.

In this episode of Curing with Sound, we speak with Dr. Vanda Corbett, a healthcare practitioner who endured decades of debilitating adenomyosis-related pain before discovering focused ultrasound. She first learned about this noninvasive treatment after listening to an episode of the Not Your Mother’s Menopause podcast featuring Suzanne LeBlang, MD, the Foundation’s Director of Clinical Relationships. 

Determined to find an alternative to surgery or opioids, Dr. Corbett made the life-changing decision to travel from Dubai to Chongqing Haifu Hospital in China for a focused ultrasound procedure. Her transformative experience has motivated her to share her story, so more women can learn about this revolutionary noninvasive treatment option.

Discussion highlights:

  • Medical Travel Experience: Follow Dr. Corbett's journey from Dubai to Chongqing, including the preparation process, travel logistics, and the patient-centered care she received at a specialized focused ultrasound hospital.

  • Immediate Treatment Results and Advocacy Mission: Discover how Dr. Corbett experienced complete pain relief within hours of her procedure, shifting from decades of debilitating symptoms to a return to normal daily life. Learn about her mission to raise awareness of adenomyosis and the potential of focused ultrasound through storytelling and social media.

    • Watch Dr. Corbett's documentary videos tracking her journey with Adenomyosis and her focused ultrasound treatment.


    Listen to Dr. Corbett's podcast interview on Dr. Lovely’s Not Your Mother’s Menopause podcast, where she discusses treating Adenomyosis with focused ultrasound.

    Listen to Dr. Susie LeBlang's podcast interview on Dr. Lovely’s Not Your Mother’s Menopause podcast, where she discusses treating uterine fibroids with focused ultrasound.

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