Private GYN Surgery During COVID-19

The pandemic put many Canadians on a longer surgical waitlist. Among those are women waiting for an elective GYN surgery such as hysterectomy. The procedure can be approved for many reasons among them are endometriosis, uterine fibroids and uterine prolapse.

Unfortunately, there are no private options for GYN surgery in Canada. Health Vantis can assist with finding a private GYN surgery option in the US. During the pandemic, of course, travel should be reduced to absolute necessity. The US considers travel for medical reasons essential. Your decision to go or wait will depend on your level of discomfort and ability to take additional risks of travelling during COVID 19.

Surgical facilities in the US are taking many precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. Patients, medical personnel and staff and visitors (if allowed) go through screening. In most cases, surgical candidates require a negative COVID test 24-72h prior to surgery. They are asked to self-isolate after the test.

To minimize the number of people at the facility and avoid full waiting rooms, appointments are spaced out. If visitors are allowed, usually only one family member or caretaker, must wear masks and be screened prior to entry. Waiting rooms, exam rooms and all the equipment are cleaned after each patient.

All medical personnel and staff get screened for COVID symptoms every day and are not allowed to work if they have any symptoms. They all wear PPE.

If you are considering travelling for your private GYN surgery, we can help. Contact us toll-free 877 344 3544 for more details and information.