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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD.
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Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in SEATTLE, WA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD is affiliated with Providence, Swedish Medical Center and Swedish Health Services.
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is the targeted use of extreme cold to destroy unhealthy or unwanted tissue. The doctor applies the cold on the skin or injects it through a needle to reach the inside of the body, where it freezes away the problem tissue. Cryotherapy is often used to remove minor skin problems such as warts or skin tags, and it is also used to treat some small tumors.
To achieve the cold temperatures needed for cryotherapy, liquid nitrogen or argon gas is passed through a tube, which becomes cold enough to freeze cells on contact. Alternatively, liquid nitrogen can be swabbed directly onto the skin or via a spray, which applies only a specific, small amount to the skin at a time.
Because the area treated is typically very small, cryotherapy is not usually painful. There may be a sensation of cold and possibly some slight discomfort. Cryotherapy is very fast and can easily be performed in a doctor's office. It also doesn't require stitches, because there is no cutting involved. These benefits make cryotherapy a good choice for many issues, including:
Depending on the procedure, it usually takes three to four weeks to heal after cryotherapy. If it was done internally, patients may feel sore or have a small amount of swelling the first day afterwards. If cryotherapy was performed on the skin, patients will have a scab where their tissue was removed. Keep it clean and dry so it can heal.
Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.
Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:
If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.
Pessary
A pessary is a device that is inserted into the vagina to relieve symptoms associated with mild to moderate pelvic organ prolapse, a condition in which the womb, bladder, or rectum bulges into the vaginal canal. This device is made of either rubber or plastic and is a safe, nonsurgical way to provide support for prolapsed organs.
Pessaries come in different shapes and sizes, and finding the right one can take some trial and error. Before a pessary fitting, patients will be examined and evaluated based on prolapse-related symptoms they may be experiencing, which may include discomfort, urine leakage when sneezing or coughing, and trouble keeping tampons in.
The following tips can help guide the process of finding the right fit:
The device should be kept clean to avoid issues like vaginal odor, discharge, or irritation. To clean a pessary, it must be taken out and washed with soap and water. Healthcare providers will instruct patients on how to remove and reinsert the device. If patients are unable to do this on their own, they will need to get it done at the doctor's office at least once every two months.
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD.
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Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2016. She completed residency at Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Washington.
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals (2020)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: Washington
Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, WellPoint, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Ambetter Cascade Select, Ambetter Cascade Care, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Seven Corners, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.
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Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 79 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine N. Dejong, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in SEATTLE, WA.
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Dr. Katherine Dejong practices obstetrics & gynecology. Dr. Dejong obtained her medical school training at the University of Washington School of Medicine and performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University. Areas of expertise for Dr. Dejong include colposcopy, cryotherapy, and cystocele (bladder prolapse). Patient ratings for Dr. Dejong average 5.0 stars (out of 5). She is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans. She is professionally affiliated with Providence and Swedish Medical Center. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Dejong is accepting new patients at her office in Seattle, WA.