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Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP

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Specializes in: Urogynecology

Donetsk National Medical University

Professional interests include: urodynamics (bladder and urethra function test), sacrocolpopexy, reconstructive surgery, and more.

25 Michigan Street Ne Suite 6200
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 391-3304

Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP is an urogynecologist in Grand Rapids, MI specializing in urogynecology. She graduated from Donetsk National Medical University. Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP is affiliated with Corewell Health and SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS.

Office Locations

Address:

25 Michigan Street Ne Suite 6200
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Some issues Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP can help you with:

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.

Urodynamics (Bladder and Urethra Function Test)

Urodynamics are tests that assess how well the lower urinary tract is functioning. Specifically, they evaluate its ability to hold and release urine, as well as show if any blockages or leaks are present. The lower urinary tract is made up of the following:

The bladder, which stores urine.
The urinary sphincters, which are muscles around the opening of the bladder that hold urine in.
The urethra, which is the tube where urine flows out of the body.

Urodynamics tests are normally performed together as one series, but depending on patients' symptoms, only one or some of them may be necessary. The most common tests are:

Cystometrogram, which measures the amount of urine the bladder can store and how full it is before someone has the urge to urinate. Doctors may order this test if she suspects their patient has a weak bladder.
Pressure flow study, which measures the pressure in the bladder while urinating. This test helps locate a blockage in the bladder.
Uroflowmetry, which measures how much and how fast urine flows out of the body. This test is usually recommended when patients have difficulty urinating or they have a slow stream.
Urethral sphincter electromyography, which measures how strong the muscles and nerves in the bladder and sphincters are. Doctors may request this test if the problem they are experiencing is linked to muscle or nerve damage in the lower urinary tract.
Urethral pressure profile, which measures the pressure along the urethra while the bladder is gradually filled with fluid. Low pressure could mean someone has a weak urethra, a contributing factor to urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control).

For a few hours following a urodynamics study, patients will likely feel some soreness or discomfort. It is recommended to drink at least one glass of water every half hour for two hours to relieve these symptoms. Holding a warm, moistened washcloth over the area where discomfort is felt or taking a warm bath may also help. Results for cystrometrograms and uroflowmetry are typically available immediately after the test, but results for the other tests may take a few days. When doctors have reviewed a patient's test results, he or she will discuss them with the patient, along with any treatments the patient may need.

anorectal procedures	59
bladder distention	10
catheterization	55
diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	196
lab tests	24
minimally invasive procedures	9
placement of vaginal support device	34
potassium test	37
urologic procedures	238

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	84

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	95
catheterization	23
diagnostic procedures	95
doctor visit	218
lab tests	62
pelvic imaging	14
potassium test	44
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
urologic procedures	240
women's imaging	14

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	104

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	39
catheterization	33
complementary or alternative therapy	53
diagnostic procedures	39
doctor visit	384
incontinence surgery	10
lab tests	110
placement of vaginal support device	58
urologic procedures	211

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	346

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	316
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	32
Less than 65	84

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	11
catheterization	25
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	198
lab tests	139
minimally invasive procedures	11
placement of vaginal support device	19
urologic procedures	164

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	12
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	115
lab tests	87
urologic procedures	101

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	85
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	14
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	121
lab tests	94
urologic procedures	127

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	88
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	11
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	22
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	64
incontinence surgery	10
lab tests	71
pelvic surgery	26
reconstructive surgery	26
urologic procedures	145

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	89

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	47
lab tests	36
urologic procedures	33

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	63

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anorectal procedures	12
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	68
lab tests	68
urologic procedures	107

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP treated as an urogynecologist in Grand Rapids, MI were urologic procedures, lab tests, complementary or alternative therapy and potassium test.

anorectal procedures	33
bladder distention	10
catheterization	34
complementary or alternative therapy	53
diagnostic procedures	33
doctor visit	159
incontinence surgery	10
lab tests	76
minimally invasive procedures	11
pelvic imaging	14
pelvic surgery	26
potassium test	40
reconstructive surgery	26
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
urologic procedures	156
women's imaging	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP.

**Gender**
Female	100
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	59
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	4
75 to 84	29
Less than 65	10
65 to 74	41

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP graduated from Donetsk National Medical University. She completed residency at Geisinger Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Michigan.

Medical School: Donetsk National Medical University

Residency: Geisinger Medical Center

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Michigan

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Corewell Health

SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Raisa O. Platte, MD, AGPCNP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$1,403 INTERSTIM $1,233	Sacral Nerve Stimulation - Neuro $156	Gastric Neurostimulation $13
Astellas Pharma Europe BV	$516 Myrbetriq $516
Allergan Inc.	$340 BOTOX $340
Pfizer Inc.	$332 TOVIAZ $146	DUAVEE $81	PVC $64	PREMARIN ORALS $31	ESTRING $11
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$323 Vesicare $204	Myrbetriq $69	$50
Other	$897 Da Vinci Surgical System $178	ABILIFY MAINTENA $112	REXULTI $107	Vesicare $53	Uterine Manipulators & Injectors $36	Other $412

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,533
Travel and Lodging	$1,216
Education	$50
Entertainment	$11

Biography

Dr. Raisa Platte is a specialist in urogynecology in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Platte's clinical interests include urge incontinence (overactive bladder), vaginal prolapse, and surgical repair. Her education and training includes medical school at Donetsk National Medical University and residency at Geisinger Medical Center. She is affiliated with Corewell Health. According to Corewell Health, Dr. Platte is currently accepting new patients at her office in Grand Rapids, MI.