What Happens at My Hysteroscopy Consultation with Dr. Cohen?
A hysteroscopy consultation with Felix Cohen, MD, FACOG is a discussion about your symptoms, your cycle and your medical history, including your past uterine procedures. Expect questions about your current symptoms, such as:
“The consultation is where I learn what you’re experiencing,” says Dr. Cohen. “I want to hear your story before I look at any imaging or records. If warranted, I may recommend a new patient hysteroscopy right away to address your symptoms.”
Whether you’ve been referred by your regular gynecologist to Dr. Cohen or made the appointment yourself, your consultation at Hysteroscopy Center of New York takes 45 to 60 minutes. Local, Canadian and out-of-town patients receive prompt, thorough attention during a hysteroscopy consultation at this hysteroscopy center.
What Should I Bring to My New Patient Hysteroscopy Appointment?
Arriving prepared helps Dr. Cohen and his team address your issues more quickly. While your primary care doctor or regular OB/GYN may have sent imaging and test results along with the referral, bring other reports and records you may have, such as:
- Recent pelvic or abnormal uterine ultrasound results from the past 12 months
- A list of your current vitamins, supplements and medications, including blood thinners
- Your past surgical records, especially from any prior hysteroscopy, D&C or uterine procedures
- Your insurance card and photo ID
You don’t need a referral for a consultation with Dr. Cohen; you can call directly for an appointment. The team confirms your insurance details before you arrive. For Canadian and other international patients, any patient information you can forward ahead of time makes planning your trip easier.
Can My Consultation and Procedure Happen on the Same Day?
Dr. Cohen applies a see-and-treat approach, meaning he can diagnose and treat in a single session. If he performs a physical exam and spots small endometrial polyps or intrauterine adhesions, for example, he may be able to handle it during your diagnostic hysteroscopy.
That saves you a second appointment, a second procedure and a second recovery. Some conditions, however, call for a hospital setting due to their complexity or other factors.
What Happens After My New Patient Hysteroscopy Visit?
Your NYC gynecologist walks you through the procedure, the diagnosis and the treatment, if possible, during your consultation. If he performed a procedure, expect mild cramping and light spotting for a day or two. Most women return to their routines by the next morning. Before you leave, you’ll discuss:
- Your cycle timing. Procedures usually are scheduled on days 5 to 12 of your cycle, when your uterine lining is thinnest.
- Anesthesia and pain management optionsSedation. If you need sedation, you’ll also need a driver to get you home afterward. Your anesthesia and pain management options are part of your consultation discussion.
- Hysteroscopy costCost and coverage. The team reviews your hysteroscopy cost so there are no surprises.
If your results require follow-up, you schedule it after your procedure. You also receive a clear explanation of the findings before you leave. “I make sure every woman knows exactly what I found and what the next step is,” says Dr. Cohen. Contact Hysteroscopy Center of New York to book your hysteroscopy consultation today.