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Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO is a women's health provider in Grand Rapids, MI specializing in women's health, gynecology and obstetrics. She graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO is affiliated with Corewell Health and SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS.
2750 E Beltline Avenue Ne Suite 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
100 Michigan Street Ne Mc 027
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
3800 Lake Michigan Drive Nw Suite A, Shmg Obstetrics and Gynecology (3800 Lake Michigan Dr)
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
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.
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. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed residency at Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Michigan.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners
Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Licensed In: Michigan
Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 11 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Grand Rapids, MI.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Katherine Ellen Kowalczyk, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Katherine Kowalczyk is a women's health, obstetrics, and gynecology specialist in Grand Rapids, MI. She studied medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Areas of expertise for Dr. Kowalczyk include sexually transmitted diseases (STds), labor and delivery (childbirth), and contraception (birth control). She is rated highly by her patients. She is professionally affiliated with Corewell Health. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Kowalczyk is accepting new patients at her office in Grand Rapids, MI.
