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2013 Medicare Patient Data
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD.
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Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Virginia Beach, VA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1991 and has 34 years of experience. Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD is affiliated with Sentara Health and MID-ATLANTIC WOMENS CARE PLC.
1080 First Colonial Road Suite 300
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Bladder Suspension Surgery
Women who suffer from stress urinary incontinence may benefit from bladder suspension surgery. This procedure relieves pressure on the muscles supporting the bladder by lifting its base (called the bladder neck). With this area lifted, the muscles are better able to prevent urine leakage. Bladder suspension is often done using either the Burch procedure or the Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz (MMK) procedure.
The Burch procedure uses sutures to attach vaginal tissue around the bladder neck to the ligaments near the pubic bone, whereas in the MMK procedure, vaginal tissue is attached directly to the pubic bone. Both types of bladder suspension may be performed using the traditional or laparoscopic approach.
If done traditionally, either a large abdominal incision or a small vaginal incision is made, and a hospital stay of one to three days is usually necessary. Laparoscopic bladder suspension requires three or four tiny cuts on the abdomen where surgical instruments are passed through, allowing the surgeon to suspend the bladder without large incisions. This approach is typically done at an outpatient facility, so no hospital stay is necessary.
While it takes about six weeks for most of the healing to occur after the abdominal approach, patients can expect to return to work within seven to ten days after the vaginal and laparoscopic procedures. Lifting objects over 15 pounds should be avoided for three months after a vaginal bladder suspension, but after an abdominal bladder suspension, lifting objects over 20 pounds is never recommended.
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:
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Virginia Beach, VA were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension and depression.
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Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1991. She completed residency at Strong Memorial Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Virginia.
Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine (1991)
Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital (1996)
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Licensed In: Virginia
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Tracy B. Wright, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$192
Orilissa $192 |
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$173
SOLIRIS $173 |
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$129
Mirena $74 |
Essure $27 |
Kyleena $14 |
Skyla $13 |
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$101
ENDOMETRIAL ABLATION SYSTEM $101 |
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$99
ADDYI $99 |
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$891
myRisk $78 |
Orilissa $60 |
OVA1 $45 |
Injectafer $44 |
n.a. $43 |
Other $621 |
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Dr. Tracy Wright is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Virginia Beach, VA. Areas of expertise for Dr. Wright include menopause, colposcopy, and vaginal bleeding. Dr. Wright is professionally affiliated with Sentara Health. She attended medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at Strong Memorial Hospital.