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Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Omaha, NE specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1992 and has 32 years of experience. Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD is affiliated with Nebraska Medicine and UNMC PHYSICIANS.
4400 Emile Street
Omaha, NE 68105
983255 Nebraska Medical Center Nebraska Medical Center Department of Ob Gyn
Omaha, NE 68198
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.
Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1992. She completed residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Nebraska.
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (1992)
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (1996)
Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: Nebraska
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Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 84 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Omaha, NE.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Orthobiologics $23 |
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Dr. Karen S. Carlson, MD has received 1 research payments totaling $50.
Dr. Karen Carlson is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology. She works in Omaha, NE. Dr. Carlson's areas of expertise include menopause, contraception (birth control), and infertility. She is affiliated with Nebraska Medicine. She studied medicine at Medical College of Wisconsin. She trained at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin for residency.
