Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD is a gynecologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, BJC HealthCare, Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) and Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
3023 N. Ballas Road
Saint Louis, MO 63131
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4901 Forest Park Avenue Div Obgyn Mis Gyn, Suite 710
Saint Louis, MO 63108
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.
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. Katherine M. De Souza, MD for Medicare patients.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD treated were depression, high cholesterol and hypertension.
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Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. She completed residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology/Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine
Residency: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology/Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna US Access, Aetna National Advantage Program, Aetna Elect Choice, Aetna Open Choice PPO, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna, MHBP, Aetna Choice POS II, Humana, Aetna Select, Aetna Elect Choice EPO, Coventry, Cigna, Blue California, Aetna Open Access PPO, Aetna Medicare HMO and Aetna Medicare PPO.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Katherine M. De Souza, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Da Vinci Surgical System $261 |
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GENERAL - GLOBAL ENDOMETRIAL ABLATION $67 |
GENERAL THERAPIES $50 |
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Octrode $38 |
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Dr. Katherine De Souza's specialties are obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. De Souza's clinical interests include endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, and laparoscopic surgery. She is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Washington University Physicians, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
