Hysterectomy

Other Places To Get Help

Organizations

Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC)
780 Echo Drive
Ottawa, ON  K1S 5R7
Phone: 1-800-561-2416
(613) 730-4192
Fax: (613) 730-4314
E-mail: helpdesk@sogc.com
Web Address: www.sogc.org
 

The mission of SOGC is to promote optimal women's health through leadership, collaboration, education, research, and advocacy in the practise of obstetrics and gynaecology.


International Premature Ovarian Failure Association
P.O. Box 23643
Alexandria, VA  22304
Phone: (703) 913-4787
Web Address: www.pofsupport.org
 

This organization offers support for women who have entered menopause early. The organization offers information, referrals, phone support, and literature.


National Women's Health Network
514 10th Street NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC  21004
Phone: (202) 347-1140
Fax: (202) 347-1168
E-mail: nwhn@nwhn.org
Web Address: www.womenshealthnetwork.org
 

This nonprofit advocacy group includes consumers, health centers, and organizations. The National Women's Health Network monitors federal health policy and operates an information clearinghouse.



Go to previous sectionGo to previous sectionGo to top of pageGo to top of pageGo to next sectionGo to next section

Author: Kathe Gallagher, MSW
Carrie Henley
Last Updated: November 7, 2006
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Liisa Honey, MD, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

© 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.

Click here to learn about Healthwise
Click here to learn about Healthwise
Topic Contents
 Topic Overview
 Health Tools Click here to view Health Tools.
 Why It Is Done
 Hysterectomy Types
 Comparison of Hysterectomy Procedures
 Risks
 Preparing for a Hysterectomy
 When to Call a Doctor
 Recovery
 What To Think About
Arrow PointerOther Places To Get Help
 Related Information
 References
 Credits