Jackson Hospital | Partners | Winter 2021

8 Jackson Hospital Urogynecology, also known as fe- male pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS), is a subspecialty that focuses on disorders of the female pelvic floor (PFD) such as pelvic organ prolapse (bulging out of the uterus and/or vagina), urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence and constipation. Pelvic floor disorders affect the bladder, reproductive organs and bowels. What is a urogynecology/ FPMRS doctor? Doctors called urogynecologists receive special training to diagnose and treat women with pelvic floor disorders. In ad- dition to residency training, urogynecolo- gists are board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Urogynecologists help improve a woman’s quality of life by treating inconti- nence or prolapse issues. They can recommend a variety of therapies to cure or re- lieve symptoms of PFDs. Choose the one that works best for your lifestyle and meets your goals. UROGYNECOLOGY What is the difference between a urologist and a urogynecologist? Urogynecologists complete medical school and a residency in obstetrics and gynecology or urology. These doctors are special- ists with additional train- ing and experience in the evaluation and treatment of conditions that affect the female pelvic or- gans, and the muscles and connective tissue that support the organs. Most complete fellowships (ad- ditional training after residency) that focus on the surgical and non-surgical treatment of non-cancerous gynecologic problems. This ensures standard- ized training in dealing with vaginal mesh complications. urogуnecologу Understanding the value of