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Our Uterine Fibroid Treatment Specialists

Gynecologist Ayman Al-Hendy, MD, PhD, talking with a patient

At the Center for the Advanced Treatment and Research (CATeR) of Uterine Fibroids, our doctors take pride in being one of Chicago’s most experienced teams of fibroid treatment specialists. We can support even the most complex personalized care plans.

Our team of University of Chicago Medicine experts includes:

  • Gynecologists
  • Minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons
  • Interventional radiologists
  • Urogynecologists (pelvic surgeons)
  • Reproductive endocrinologists (fertility specialists)
  • Obstetricians
  • Maternal-fetal medicine physicians
  • Mental health specialists
  • And more

In addition to our physician experts, our team of specially trained nurses, sonologists and technologists is dedicated to providing the best possible care for each patient.

When to See a Doctor for Fibroid Treatment

Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, our experienced team of experts can perform a thorough evaluation and create a care plan to support your short- and long-term health goals.

You might consider seeing a specialist sooner than later if:

  • Your symptoms disrupt your quality of life.
  • Your symptoms seem unmanageable.
  • You want to plan a pregnancy and you’re concerned about how fibroids may affect your fertility.
  • Your current treatment plan doesn’t seem to work for you and you want a second opinion.

CATeR Fibroid Center Physician Team

Schedule an appointment or request an online second opinion with a UChicago Medicine expert at our CATeR Fibroid Center.

Refer a Patient: Call 773-702-6118

Advanced Fibroid Treatment Specialists
Farah Alvi, MDFarah Alvi, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Monica Christmas, MDMonica Christmas, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Laura A. Douglass, MDLaura A. Douglass, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Perpetua Goodall, MDPerpetua Goodall, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Sandra Laveaux, MD, MPHSandra Laveaux, MD, MPH

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Insiyyah Patanwala, MDInsiyyah Patanwala, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Request an Appointment

We are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries, leading to delayed response times. For faster assistance, please call 773-702-6118 to schedule your appointment.

If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

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