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Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO is a pediatric gynecologist in Orange, CA specializing in pediatric gynecology. She graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO is affiliated with Providence, St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group, Providence Medical Foundation, Children's Hospital of Orange County and St. Joseph Hospital (Orange).
St. Joseph Hospital (Orange)
Cesarean Section (C-Section)
A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.
C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.
C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.
C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.
Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:
Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:
Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is the targeted use of extreme cold to destroy unhealthy or unwanted tissue. The doctor applies the cold on the skin or injects it through a needle to reach the inside of the body, where it freezes away the problem tissue. Cryotherapy is often used to remove minor skin problems such as warts or skin tags, and it is also used to treat some small tumors.
To achieve the cold temperatures needed for cryotherapy, liquid nitrogen or argon gas is passed through a tube, which becomes cold enough to freeze cells on contact. Alternatively, liquid nitrogen can be swabbed directly onto the skin or via a spray, which applies only a specific, small amount to the skin at a time.
Because the area treated is typically very small, cryotherapy is not usually painful. There may be a sensation of cold and possibly some slight discomfort. Cryotherapy is very fast and can easily be performed in a doctor's office. It also doesn't require stitches, because there is no cutting involved. These benefits make cryotherapy a good choice for many issues, including:
Depending on the procedure, it usually takes three to four weeks to heal after cryotherapy. If it was done internally, patients may feel sore or have a small amount of swelling the first day afterwards. If cryotherapy was performed on the skin, patients will have a scab where their tissue was removed. Keep it clean and dry so it can heal.
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:
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.
Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed residency at University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: Massachusetts
Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan PPO, HealthSmart, Interplan PPO, TriWest, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Humana, Health Net PPO, Health Net HMO, Coventry PPO, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare HMO, US Family Health Plan, ChoiceHumana PPO and CoventryFirst Health PPO.
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Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 40 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Orange, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Erin Kathleen Fee, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$134
MYFEMBREE $134 |
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Orilissa $25 |
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Mirena $14 |
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Dr. Erin Jarem is a specialist in pediatric gynecology. She has a 4.5 out of 5 star average patient rating. Clinical interests for Dr. Jarem include colposcopy, cryotherapy, and cystocele (bladder prolapse). Dr. Jarem's professional affiliations include St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Children's Hospital of Orange County. She is in-network for several insurance carriers, including Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart. According to Providence Medical Foundation, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Orange, CA. Dr. Jarem obtained her medical school training at Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut.
