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Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in La Mesa, CA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD is affiliated with Sharp HealthCare, Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns.
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns
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.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. She completed residency at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center. She has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center
Licensed In: California
Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, UnitedHealthcare, Sharp Health Plan, Anthem, Beech Street, Health Net, Medicare, HealthSmart, Humana and Whole Foods Market.
According to our sources, Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.61 out of 5 stars based on 114 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Marissa Lovio, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in La Mesa, CA.
Dr. Marissa Lovio is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology in La Mesa, CA. Dr. Lovio has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. Areas of expertise for Dr. Lovio include sexually transmitted diseases (STds), colposcopy, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). She can accept Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. She is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine and a graduate of Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center's residency program. In addition to English, Dr. Lovio speaks Spanish. She is affiliated with Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Sharp HealthCare. She has an open panel in La Mesa, CA according to Sharp HealthCare.
