Because it is already July, what better way to kick off the month than with an education opportunity? With my own fibroid removal surgery looming in the future, I believe it is so important to educate yourself on the different options available. Because Uterine Fibroid Tumors are so common in women of child bearing age (and was the direct cause of my son's prematurity), I thought I would share an upcoming event that offers information about OPTIONS. In my discussions with others, I find so many women quietly suffer with fibroids, but are too afraid of surgery or the thought of a time consuming recovery. I have had the same fears. But educating myself about the types of fibroid tumors and the removal options available has helped me discover surgery options that may be a fit for me. There are endless options: clinical trials, focused ultrasound, da Vinci surgery, Uterine Fibroid Embolization, Myomectomy and the list goes on and on ......
American Access Care (http://www.americanaccesscare.com) is a group of Interventional Radiologists and Vascular Surgeons that provide minimally invasive treatments and are committed to pain management and eliminating lengthy hospital stays. The following free event will be hosted by American Access Care and will focus on Uterine Fibroid Embolization and other treatment alternatives:
- “Free Women’s Fibroid Seminar” - An informative seminar about the causes, symptoms and treatment options available for uterine fibroid tumors hosted by Keith Horton, MD. Scheduled for Saturday, July 16, 2011, in the multi purpose meeting room of the Macedonia Baptist Church in Arlington, VA, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interested individuals should register in advance to reserve a seat. To register, please call (703) 665-9506.