Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD is an urologist in Washington, DC specializing in urology (urinary tract disease) and urogynecology. She graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2008 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center and WHC PHYSICIAN GROUP LLC.
106 Irving Street Northwest Suite 405
Washington, DC 20010
1133 21st Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20036
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12158 Central Avenue
Mitchellville, MD 20721
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:
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.
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.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD treated as an urologist in Washington, DC were lab tests, urologic procedures, neurostimulation and catheterization.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.
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Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2008. She completed residency at Duke University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in District of Columbia.
Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons (2008)
Residency: Duke University Medical Center (2012)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: District of Columbia
Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AmeriHealth, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Virginia Premier Health Plan, Cigna, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 179 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Alexis Anne Dieter, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,263
Sacral Nerve Stimulation - Neuro $1,263 |
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ALTIS $270 |
FEMALE INCONTINENCE $36 |
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Axonics $217 |
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Advantage System $109 |
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Desara $74 |
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Da Vinci Surgical System $44 |
leva Pelvic Floor Trainer $22 |
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Dr. Alexis Dieter's medical specialty is urology (urinary tract disease) and urogynecology. Areas of expertise for Dr. Dieter include rectocele (posterior prolapse), uroflowmetry, and uterine prolapse. She is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Dieter graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Her residency was performed at Duke University Medical Center. Patient ratings for Dr. Dieter average 5.0 stars (out of 5). She can take several insurance carriers, including Amerigroup, Blue California, and Coventry.
