In-Office Surgeries and Procedures

This procedure allows your provider to examine your cervix for abnormalities that may indicate cervical cancer or other issues. Using a device called a colposcope, they can obtain a clear view of the cervix. If the exam detects anything abnormal, your provider may perform a biopsy of the cervix to remove tissue for lab testing.

If chronic discharge is present due to a local infection in the cervix or if there’s a persistent HPV infection, your provider may use a very cold probe to freeze the cervix. This procedure destroys the affected cells, allowing healthy new cells to grow in their place. Since the cervix doesn’t have nerves to sense hot or cold, this brief 3-5 minute procedure usually only causes some temporary cramping.

This procedure uses different types of energy to destroy the tissue that lines your uterus, called the endometrium. It is often recommended for women with very heavy periods— such as those causing anemia, soaking through pads in two hours or less, or lasting longer than seven days—who have already tried other methods or whose periods are severely impacting their quality of life. 

For more information on endometrial ablations, including recovery time, visit the dedicated service page.

The endometrium is the lining of the uterus that supports the growth of a pregnancy. When no pregnancy occurs, this tissue is shed each month during your period. If you have an abnormal Pap smear, your doctor may perform an endometrial biopsy to check for uterine issues. In this procedure, a tiny, narrow tube is inserted through the cervix to gather cells and check for precancerous or early-stage cancerous cells, which can be more easily treated.

If you’ve decided that a long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) is the right choice for you, your Women’s Health Connecticut provider can place it during an in-office visit. 

An IUD is a small, T-shaped plastic device with a string attached that, when placed by your provider, can prevent pregnancy for 3 to 10 years. During your office visit, your provider will place the IUD inside your uterus, where it will remain until your doctor removes it. Learn more about getting an IUD. 

The implant is a matchstick-sized rod inserted under the upper arm’s skin. It provides protection for up to three years or until it is removed.

Loop Electrocautery Excision Procedure (LEEP) is a medical procedure used to remove abnormal cells from the cervix. During LEEP, a thin wire loop heated by an electric current is used to precisely excise the affected tissue sent to a lab for examination. This procedure is often performed to prevent the development of cervical cancer.

A hysteroscopy examines the inside of the uterus by inserting a tiny camera through the cervical opening into the uterine cavity. This procedure is often performed to investigate and determine the cause of abnormal bleeding. Depending on your situation and comfort level, your provider may recommend local or general anesthesia.

Small skin tags, lesions or moles can be removed in-office under local anesthesia.  Often dermatologists prefer to have a gynecologist remove these when they occur outside the vagina on the vulva.

Also known as saline infusion sonography (SIS), a sonohysterogram is a specialized ultrasound procedure used to examine the inside of the uterus. During the procedure, a small amount of fluid is inserted into the uterine cavity through a thin tube. The fluid expands the uterine walls to outline any growths such as polyps, fibroids, or other issues. This procedure is commonly used to investigate causes of abnormal uterine bleeding, infertility, or recurrent miscarriages.

An ultrasound is a medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the inside of the body. It is commonly utilized in pregnancy checkups and as a diagnostic tool to examine organs such as the liver, kidneys, heart, and thyroid. Ultrasound is a noninvasive, painless, and safe procedure used in both routine checkups and complex diagnostic processes.

A Bartholin's cyst is a build-up of fluid on the bartholin's glands, which are located on each side of the vaginal opening and secrete fluid that lubricates the vagina. Depending on the size and placement, your provider can drain Bartholin's cysts and other vulvar cysts during an in-office procedure so they do not become infected.