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Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD

Accepting New Patients
(Dr. Maria Emilia Abadilla Florendo, MD)
Specializes in: Gynecology and Obstetrics
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Professional interests include: cervicitis, endometriosis, myomectomy (fibroid removal), and more.
9880 Bustleton Avenue Suite 220
Philadelphia, PA 19115

Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD is a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

5501 Old York Road Paley Building, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19141

Address:

201 Old York Road Suite 202
Jenkintown, PA 19046

Address:

5401 Old York Road Suite 410
Philadelphia, PA 19141

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5501 Old York Road
Philadelphia, PA 19144

Address:

9880 Bustleton Avenue Suite 220
Philadelphia, PA 19115

Some issues Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

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:

  • Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
  • Cancer
  • Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

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.

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:

  • Cystocele or bladder prolapse, where the bladder sags into the vagina. The surgeon repairs a cystocele by strengthening the front wall of the vagina using stitches so that the bladder will no longer sag.
  • Enterocele or small bowel prolapse, which occurs when the small bowel descends towards the vagina. To correct an enterocele, the tissues between the small bowel and the vagina are sewn together, allowing them to provide more support.
  • Rectocele or posterior prolapse, which is the bulging of the front wall of the rectum into the back wall of the vagina. Surgery to repair a rectocele removes the excess stretched tissue between the rectum and vagina.
  • Uterine prolapse, which occurs when the uterus slips down to the vagina. To treat a uterine prolapse, the surgeon may secure the neck of the uterus (called cervix) to a ligament in the pelvis using stitches. Another option for this type of prolapse is a vaginal hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus.

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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

blood draw 14
breast exam 40
cytology 24
doctor visit 36
gynecologic pathology 24
gynecologic procedures 40
lab tests 14
preventive care 24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD.

Gender
Male 0
Female 68
Ethnicity
Black / African American 50
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
75 to 84 1
85 and over
Less than 65 46
65 to 74 3

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 17
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 12
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 2
Diabetes 30
Atrial Fibrillation
Cancer 1
Dementia

Education & Training

Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. She is certified by the Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital
EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Behavioral Health, Aetna Medicare, Superior Health Plan, CorVel, Humana Medicare Advantage, AmeriHealth, MultiPlan, Magellan Health Services, Keystone Health Plan East, MHNet, HealthSpring, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, InterGroup Services, Coventry, Aetna Select, Aetna Choice POS, First Health, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Keystone 65 Select, Sunrise Advantage, HealthAssured, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Advantra, Provider Partners Health Plans (PPHP), Personal Choice 65, HealthAmerica, UPMC Community Health Choices, Keystone 65 Preferred, Gateway Health Plan Medicare, Independence Blue Cross Managed Care, KidzPartners, Keystone First, New Courtland Life, Personal Choice, Mental Health Consultants, Keystone 65 Basic, Keystone First Community HealthChoices, Mercy Health Life, UPMC for Life, Fresenius Medical and Keystone First VIP Choice.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Behavioral Health
Aetna Medicare
Superior Health Plan
CorVel
Humana Medicare Advantage
AmeriHealth
MultiPlan
Magellan Health Services
Keystone Health Plan East
MHNet
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 1717 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Maria A. Emilia Florendo, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Applied Medical Resources Corporation $120 GelPOINT V-Path
$120
AbbVie, Inc. $92 Lupron
$92
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $22 Da Vinci Surgical System
$22
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation $14 NON-PRODUCT
$14
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $234
Education $14

Biography

Dr. Maria Florendo is an obstetrics and gynecology specialist. She has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. According to Doctor.com, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Philadelphia, PA.

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