Vasectomy Reversal – Top 7 Ways To Find The Best Doctor
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Vasectomy Reversal – Top 7 Ways To Find The Best Doctor
Serious about getting a Vasectomy Reversal? Contact Vasectomy Reversal Specialist, Dr. Thomas Sommers for a free consultation or visit his FAQ page at http://www.MidwestVasectomyReversals.com
Dr. Thomas Sommers
Midwest Vasectomy Reversals
300 Winding Woods, Suite 222
St. Louis, MO 63366
636-492-132
There is no truly “best” doctor in any field. There are no contests to determine relative rankings like there are in boxing, chess, or the fifty yard dash! Instead of looking for the “best” doctor, you should consider looking for the best doctor for YOU. This doctor should have the combination of characteristics which are most likely going to lead you to your ultimate goal of having a child from a successful vasectomy reversal.
Top Seven Ways To Find The Best Doctor:
1. Figure Our Your Budget
No matter how good a surgeon is, if their fees are far beyond what you can pay, it doesn’t help you to consider their services. There is no sense in disappointing yourself by fixating on a particular person that you can’t access for financial reasons. Move on and find someone in your price range. Prices range from around $3000 to over $12,000. Price doesn’t equate with skill – this is surgery, not a car purchase. Since many surgeons have moral convictions which lead them to keep their costs low as to make the procedure within reach of everyday people, their good intentions may provide you with a less expensive, excellent reversal.
2. Pick Your Anesthesia
If you know you are terrified of needles and could never sit still for the time it takes to complete the procedure, you should only look for surgeons who operate with general anesthesia. On the other hand, if you are more scared by the risks of being “knocked out” than the procedure itself, you’re probably better off with someone who uses only local anesthesia. Some will do either upon request.
3. Talk To Past Patients
Obviously you’ll want to know what their success was with the surgeon, but past patients can give you other valuable information as well. Ask them for an idea of what the surgeon’s bedside manner is, how responsive he or she was to their concerns, and what kind of time is given to patients on the day of the procedure. Even if a surgeon is very good, if they make you feel like you’re part of an assembly line it might not be right for you. There are message boards where couples who are planning a reversal and those who have completed their surgery post notes about their experiences. Those are a good place to start.
4. Open Your Calendar
Many surgeons only schedule their operations a month or two out, or only perform the procedure on a limited number of days of the week. If you are going to travel for their care, you don’t want to put down a deposit with them if you aren’t confident you can arrange transportation, child care, and lodging. Many deposits are non-refundable.
5. Avoid Self-Promoters
Be wary of claims intended to give you a false sense of a physician’s status. Claims which are impossible to substantiate like “Renowned,” “Worldwide Leader,” or “First Class” should be a warning. While these doctors may be skilled, they also may be lacking in the humility needed to care for you as an individual.
6. Be Realistic
No matter what skill the surgeon may possess, vasectomy reversal is not guaranteed to be successful. Patience may be required to see the benefits after surgery, and your surgeon should keep your expectations at a reasonable level. There are issues with scar tissue, damage to the testicle, and anti-sperm antibodies which may prevent the reversal from being a success. In addition, fertility issues with the partner may affect the outcome as well.
7. Trust Your Gut
Like any medical procedure, at some point you are just going to have to let go and trust that the person wearing the sterile gloves is competent and will take good care of you. There is a limit to the amount you can control. It is their job after all. If the information on their website and your phone conversation or in-office consultation makes you feel like you have a personal connection, that physician could very well be the right person for you.
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