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Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Gynecology and Obstetrics
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Professional interests include: cervicitis, endometriosis, myomectomy (fibroid removal), and more.
9880 BUSTLETON AVENUE SUITE 220
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD is a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC.

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Office Locations

9880 BUSTLETON AVENUE SUITE 220
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
(215) 827-1509
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5401 Old York Road Suite 410
Philadelphia, PA 19141
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5501 Old York Road Paley Building, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Some issues Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

  • Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
  • Cancer
  • Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is the bulging of pelvic organs into the vaginal canal due to a weak pelvic floor, causing symptoms like discomfort, pain, urinary problems, and constipation. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, which are made up of the bladder, rectum, small bowel, uterus, and vagina. Vaginal childbirth, menopause, pelvic surgery, radiation treatments, or being extremely overweight may cause the pelvic floor to weaken. Pelvic organ prolapse is a very common disorder among women, particularly for those who are over 50.

The choice of treatment for pelvic organ prolapse depends on the severity of the condition. Mild to moderate prolapse may be managed by doing pelvic floor strengthening exercises, taking hormone replacement therapy, or using pessaries. Pessaries are small devices inserted into the vagina to help support the pelvic organs. Pessary fitting is a quick procedure done in a doctor's office. For severe prolapse, surgical treatment may be necessary. Pelvic organ prolapse surgery repairs the following:

  • Cystocele or bladder prolapse, where the bladder sags into the vagina. The surgeon repairs a cystocele by strengthening the front wall of the vagina using stitches so that the bladder will no longer sag.
  • Enterocele or small bowel prolapse, which occurs when the small bowel descends towards the vagina. To correct an enterocele, the tissues between the small bowel and the vagina are sewn together, allowing them to provide more support.
  • Rectocele or posterior prolapse, which is the bulging of the front wall of the rectum into the back wall of the vagina. Surgery to repair a rectocele removes the excess stretched tissue between the rectum and vagina.
  • Uterine prolapse, which occurs when the uterus slips down to the vagina. To treat a uterine prolapse, the surgeon may secure the neck of the uterus (called cervix) to a ligament in the pelvis using stitches. Another option for this type of prolapse is a vaginal hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus.

Each of these procedures is performed through a vaginal incision, but an enterocele repair may use the abdominal approach as an alternative. If two or more pelvic organs have prolapsed, a combination of any of these procedures may be performed during the same surgical session.

For women who no longer wish to have intercourse, an operation called colpocleisis

may be a surgical option as well. By closing the vaginal canal, colpocleisis treats pelvic organ prolapse and eliminates any risk of its recurrence.

In most instances, pelvic organ prolapse surgery only requires a hospital stay of one day. Patients may experience vaginal bleeding for the first few weeks following surgery. If this happens, patients should use sanitary pads rather than tampons, as a higher risk of infection is associated with the use of tampons. To further help with recovery, patients should begin doing gentle pelvic floor strengthening exercises a few days after surgery. Doing these exercises at least three times a day as a routine tightens the pelvic floor muscles and prevents the recurrence of prolapse.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2018 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 19
cytology 12
gynecologic pathology 12
gynecologic procedures 19
preventive care 12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 32
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 0
Black 13
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 41
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 34
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2019 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 32
cytology 19
doctor visit 51
gynecologic pathology 19
gynecologic procedures 32
preventive care 19

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 87
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 38
Black 37
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 33
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 20
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2020 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 11
doctor visit 19
gynecologic procedures 11

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 58
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 33
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 19
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 28
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2021 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 50
cytology 28
doctor visit 52
gynecologic pathology 28
gynecologic procedures 50
preventive care 28

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 110
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 64
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 52
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 35
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2022 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 25
cytology 19
doctor visit 78
gynecologic pathology 19
gynecologic procedures 25
preventive care 19

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 91
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 51
Black 26
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 43
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 20
Osteoperosis 24
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 32
Dementia 0
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA during 2023 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam 32
cytology 18
doctor visit 38
gynecologic pathology 18
gynecologic procedures 32
preventive care 18

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 46
Black 25
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 38
From 75 to 84 21
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 27
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 38
Dementia 0
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated as a gynecologist in PHILADELPHIA, PA were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam 28
cytology 19
doctor visit 47
gynecologic pathology 19
gynecologic procedures 28
preventive care 19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 63
Ethnicity
Black / African American 16
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 38
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 3
85 and over 0
Less than 65 24
65 to 74 30

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD From 2018 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 14
Heart Failure 2
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 32
Atrial Fibrillation 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 6

Education & Training

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. She completed residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital
EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, Independence Blue Cross, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Jefferson Health Plans Medicare and Marketplace (formerly Health Partners Plans), Motor Vehicle Insurance, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare (Medicare only), Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

QualCare
Aetna Medicare
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
CIGNA Medicare
Blue Cross Federal
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
GEHA
WellCare
AmeriHealth
AARP
MultiPlan
Independence Blue Cross
Geisinger Health Plan
US Family Health Plan
Amerigroup
United Healthcare
Medicare
Medicaid
Humana
Devon Health
TRICARE
First Health
WellPoint
Medical Assistance of New Jersey
Provider Partners Medicare
PA Health and Wellness CHC
Devoted Medicare
Jefferson Health Plans Medicare and Marketplace (formerly Health Partners Plans)
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Medical Assistance of Delaware
Keystone First/CHC/VIP
Blue Card by BCBS
Medicare FFS
Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania
Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans
UPMC
Highmark Wholecare (Medicare only)
Aetna Better Health CHIP PA
Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness
Keystone First VIP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 2383 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Cheryl Yondorf, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in PHILADELPHIA, PA. 

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Biography

Dr. Cheryl Yondorf practices obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Yondorf is a graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and a graduate of Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia's residency program. Her areas of expertise include the following: colposcopy, menopause, and myomectomy (fibroid removal). The average patient rating for Dr. Yondorf is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She seems to be an in-network provider for Amerigroup, Blue California, and Coventry, as well as other insurance carriers. She is professionally affiliated with Jefferson Health. Dr. Yondorf's practice in Philadelphia, PA is open to new patients as reported by Jefferson Health.

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