About Urogynecology

What is a urogynecologist?

Dr. Sean Francis is a board certified Urogynecologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of female urologic and pelvic problems. Urogynecology is a specialty area, so these physicians have more experience in treating these conditions. The conditions most frequently treated include:

• Incontinence: leaking of urine or loss of bladder control
• Overactive bladder: urge to urinate more frequently
• Prolapse: weakening of the pelvic floor muscles that causes the vagina and uterus to drop down
• Emptying disorders: difficulty with urination or bowel movements
• Pelvic pain or discomfort

Who should visit a urogynecologist?

Women who have pelvic or vaginal discomfort, involuntary urine leakage, difficulty with emptying the bladder or bowel, or feelings of vaginal fullness or heaviness should visit a urogynecologist. Additionally, any woman who has been told by a physician that she must have a large abdominal incision for a pelvic floor disorder or a hysterectomy should seek a urogynecologist for a second opinion because they have advanced training in minimally invasive techniques (such as robotic assisted surgery) that can result in smaller scars, less bleeding, less pain and a faster recovery.