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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD.
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Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Wexford, PA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988 and has 36 years of experience. Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.
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12311 Perry Highway 3rd Floor
Wexford, PA 15090
125 Emeryville Drive Suite 110
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
5375 William Flinn Highway
Gibsonia, PA 15044
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647 N Broad St Extension Suite 202
Grove City, PA 16127
Gynecologic Surgery
Gynecologic surgery is surgery performed on a woman's pelvic region. It is usually performed by an OB/GYN and can involve the bladder, rectum, or reproductive organs. Surgery in this area may be performed for many reasons, but the most common procedures include:
More and more, gynecologic surgery is moving towards the use of minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses several small incisions and tiny tools and scopes to perform the operation, rather than one large opening. While it is not appropriate in every case, minimally invasive surgery can lead to less scarring, less blood loss, faster recovery, and a lower chance for infection. Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery may be performed with a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera on the end that allows the surgeon to see inside the body. It may also be performed robotically, using even smaller tools and cameras that a surgeon controls from a computer. Robotic surgery allows even better vision, precision, and control than laparoscopic surgery.
Over the course of a lifetime, many women need pelvic surgery to stay healthy. Qualified gynecologic surgeons will have the right tools at their disposal to provide care with a minimum of discomfort.
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:
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.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.
Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.
The symptoms of PCOS include:
PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.
Treatment for PCOS may include:
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Wexford, PA were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension and depression.
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Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988. He completed residency at Magee Women's Hospital. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (1988)
Residency: Magee Women's Hospital
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 150 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Wexford, PA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John C. Mellinger, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$9,548
NEXPLANON $9,548 |
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$330
Osphena $330 |
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$256
Orilissa $185 |
Lupron $60 |
$11 |
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$185
Novasure Myosure $90 |
NovaSure $64 |
Myosure $18 |
NovaSure ADVANCED $14 |
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$157
LO LOESTRIN FE $139 |
ESTRACE CREAM $18 |
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$898
Makena $128 |
LO LOESTRIN $109 |
CoolSeal Generator $99 |
Essure $54 |
EEA $48 |
Other $461 |
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Dr. John Mellinger practices obstetrics & gynecology in Gibsonia, PA, Grove City, PA, and Wexford, PA. Clinical interests for Dr. Mellinger include sexually transmitted diseases (STds), labor and delivery (childbirth), and contraception (birth control). Patient reviews placed Dr. Mellinger at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Magee Women's Hospital. He is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.