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Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD

(Dr. Robert J. Austin, MD)

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Specializes in: Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Wayne State University School of Medicine (1972)

Professional interests include: gynecologic exams, endometrial biopsy, dilation and curettage (D&C), and more.

611 E Douglas Road Suite 402
Mishawaka, IN 46545

(574) 335-7750

Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD is a perinatologist in Mishawaka, IN specializing in maternal and fetal medicine. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1972 and has 53 years of experience. Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD is affiliated with Saint Joseph Health System and SAINT JOSEPH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC.

Office Locations

Address:

611 E Douglas Road Suite 402
Mishawaka, IN 46545

Address:

1836 South Avenue
La Crosse, WI 54601

Address:

601 John Street Suite N1200
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Some issues Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, 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.

Hysteroscopy

A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.

Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:

Identify the cause of recurrent miscarriage
Remove polyps or fibroids, non-cancerous growths in the uterus
Remove adhesions, scar tissue within the uterus
Identify uterine septums, a wall of tissue dividing the uterus
Perform ablation, the removal of excess uterine lining

If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.

obstetrical procedures	13
pelvic imaging	13
prenatal testing	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	13
women's imaging	13

**Age**
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Less than 65	26

obstetrical procedures	11
pelvic imaging	11
prenatal testing	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

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Less than 65	28

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2019

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD treated as a perinatologist in Mishawaka, IN were ultrasound (sonogram), prenatal testing, obstetrical procedures and pelvic imaging.

obstetrical procedures	12
pelvic imaging	12
prenatal testing	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	12
women's imaging	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2019

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	15

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15
65 to 74	0

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD From 2013 - 2019

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD treated were depression and asthma.

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1972. He completed residency at St John Providence Hospital. He is certified by the Obstetrics & Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology American Board and has a state license in Wisconsin.

Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine (1972)

Residency: St John Providence Hospital (1976)

Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology American Board (1979)

Licensed In: Wisconsin

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Saint Joseph Health System

SAINT JOSEPH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

Insurance Information

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Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Select Health Network

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Robert Joseph Austin, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$74 NovoLog $74
AbbVie, Inc.	$49 Orilissa $49
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$44 Mirena $28	Kyleena $16
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$36 GARDASIL9 $36
Roche Diagnostics Corporation	$28 RS Harmony Test Related Products $28
Other	$138 SOLIRIS $25	Diclegis $24	Fetal Fibronectin $23	XIFAXAN $19	Vesicare $19	Other $29

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$369

Biography

Dr. Robert Austin practices maternal and fetal medicine in South Bend, IN and Mishawaka, IN. His areas of expertise include the following: colposcopy, gynecologic exams, and endometrial biopsy. He is affiliated with Saint Joseph Health System.

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