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UI Women’s Health

UI Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

UI Experts Can Help
Pelvic Floor Disorders

Women with pelvic floor dysfunction can find help at the UI Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstruction Surgery Clinic. Problems may include urinary and stool incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, (including uterine prolapse, cystocele rectocele, and enterocele), difficulties with urination or defecation, and an overactive bladder.

A urogynecologist is an obstetrician/gynecologist who has received specialized training in the care of women with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction. The pelvic floor includes the muscles, ligaments, connective tissue and nerves that help support and control the rectum, uterus, vagina, and bladder.

The pelvic floor can be damaged by childbirth, repeated heavy lifting, chronic diseas,e or surgery.

 

 

Contact Us

For Appointments
Phone: 319-356-2294
Fax: 319-356-7533

On-line Appointment Request

Clinic Location
Pomerantz Family Pavilion
(Elevator M to Level 3)
Parking: Ramp 4

UI Hospitals and Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

UI Hospitals and Clinics buildings and campus are non-smoking environments.

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