The staff of the Women's Surgical Unit at Mission Hospital is committed to providing compassionate, holistic care for women facing gyn surgery. Our goal is to minimize fear and promote a positive hospital experience, while addressing any unique and/or special needs. Our team of specialized medical and nursing staff, chaplains, and discharge planners are dedicated to providing expert care, emotional and spiritual support to women and their loved ones as they cope with these life changing events.
The 20 bed Women's Surgery patient care unit on the Memorial campus is devoted to the special needs of female patients recovering from complex gynecologic and pelvic surgery or coping with women's cancer treatment. These can include gynecologic cancers, breast cancers, and urinary and fecal incontinence problems.
Technical and procedural advances make it possible to provide gynecological surgery in out-patient or in-patient locations, depending on each woman's medical need. Many of these surgeries can be performed using minimally invasive surgery techniques. Prepare for your surgery by reading the Your GYN Surgery (PDF) brochure. It will provide you and your family with information to plan for your surgery and recovery.
Enhancing Recovery through Sharing, Planning and Education
Addressing Your Needs
Unique and special needs may include:
- Concerns related to modesty/privacy
- Loss of ability to bear children
- Fear of losing control, related to anesthesia and/or pain medications
- Anxiety/fear related to a diagnosis or potential surgical outcome
- Fear of needles, hospital environments or other stressors
- History of sexual abuse/domestic violence
Our Services
This program will provide you and your family with:
- An experienced nurse for asking questions and sharing concerns
- A tour of the Women's Surgical Unit, surgical waiting rooms and other key areas in the hospital
- A "Plan of Caring" for specific needs/desires during your hospital stay
To schedule an appointment, call 828-213-8105. Please leave your name, phone number and the best time to return your call.
