WHY UROGYN Urogynecology, or UroGYN, is a subspecialty in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN), which primarily focuses on pelvic health. While many OB/GYN doctors can identify pelvic issues, it is highly recommended that for moderate to severe cases that the primary care provider recommend his patient to see a UroGYN specialist. A trained urogynecologist in Houston, Texas can assist a woman with the following conditions Hormone imbalance Pelvic organ prolapse: Cystocele (“dropped bladder”) Uterine prolapse Rectocele Post hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse Urinary incontinence (“leakage of urine”) Overactive bladder Urinary frequency or urgency of urination Incomplete bladder emptying / Urinary retention Pelvic floor muscle weakness Interstitial cystitis Stress incontinence Vaginal dryness Decreased sensation with intercourse There are many different treatment options including surgical and non-surgical procedures, and depending on a woman’s condition, a qualified urogynecological can assess and recommend which treatment plan will achieve the result she wishes to have. Treatment options can include: Traditional surgery Robotic surgery (Da-Vinci) for pelvic organ prolapse Sacrocolpopexy, hysterectomy, uterine suspension Minimally invasive surgery, including vaginal and laparoscopic approaches TVT, suburethral sling , Uterosacral ligament suspension, sacrospinous ligament fixation, anterior/posterior repair, colpectomy / colpocleisis, hysterectomy, vaginal reconstruction Native tissue (non mesh) and Graft augmented (mesh, biologic implant) repairs In-office procedures include: Pessary fitting Botox intradetrusor (bladder) injections Urethral bulking injections Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation Interstim / Neuromodulation Bladder retraining Referral for Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy / Biofeedback BioTE® Therapy FemiLift A Board-certified urogynecologist is not a replacement for your primary or OB/GYN physician, but rather a trusted medical expert who will diagnose and treat certain pelvic conditions. Dr. Peter Lotze works with primary and OB/GYN physicians to ensure the treatment he provides to the shared patient is of the highest quality and keeps the primary care physician updated on all progress. Once the treatment plan is complete and the desired result is achieved, Dr. Lotze works to transition his patients back to their primary care provider in a seamless way. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT BOOK NOW Dr. Peter M. Lotze, MD and his medically trained staff is here to help you. We look forward to delivering the care you need to achieve the freedom you deserve by addressing your pelvic health issues. Please call us with any questions you may have or to schedule an initial consultation. RESOURCES Patient Videos Forms FAQs My First Visit Blog Sitemap OFFICE HOURS Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Locations in Houston & The Woodlands (713) 512-7810 Built by Dymic Digital