David L. Zisow, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Gynecologist and Associate Chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery at Northwest Hospital Center
Gynecological patients see Dr. Zisow for a variety of reasons -- some for annual check-ups, others for more serious concerns. When they are seen, patients find a caring staff who sensitively answer questions and provide support, all in a soothing, comfortable environment.
NEW robotically assisted treatment methods that use only a single incision yielding the best cosmetic results. Dr. Zisow has seen many of his patients return to nearly all normal activities within two to three weeks of surgery. Learn more about TLH, LSH and CISH procedures in the "Resources" section of this Web site.
When surgery is needed, Dr. Zisow is "state-of-the-art" in his practice. An extremely skilled gynecological surgeon, Dr. Zisow uses minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible. Many major gynecologic procedures and most hysterectomies can now be performed either trans-vaginally or through several very small incisions. This results in much less discomfort, superior cosmetic appearance (no large scars) and a significantly shorter recovery time. Some women may even be candidates forSpecial Services
- DaVinci Robotically Assisted Gynecologic Minimally Invasive Surgery including:
- Standard Multi-port
DaVinci Robotic Assisted Multi-port Laparoscopic Hysterectomy- NEW Single-port DaVinci Robotic Assisted Single-port Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Fibroid removal (myomectomy) to preserve the uterus and potential fertility.
- Treatment of Urinary "Stress" Incontinence with the Minimally Invasive Suburethral Sling (Mini-ARC SUS).
- Treatment of Urinary "Urge" Incontinence with the InterStim bladder pacemaker.
- Treatment of Female Pelvic Hernias (Cystocele, Rectocele, Enterocele and Complete Prolapse) with Minimally Invasive mesh procedures (Elevate Anterior, and/or Elevate Posterior).
- Laparoscopic Non-robotic Hysterectomy (TLH or LSH).
- Sterilization in the office with the Essure procedure. Tubal ligations are a thing of the past now that Essure is available.
- Control excessive menstrual bleeding in the office with the Her Option procedure. A highly effective, quick and easy way to try to avoid major surgery.
- Other Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Gynecologic Surgical Procedures to treat fibroids without hysterectomy (myomectomy) and ovarian and/or tubal problems .
- General Gynecologic Care & Routine Examinations .
