LEEP 101

Short for loop electrosurgical excision procedure, LEEP is a process in which an electrically heated wire loop is used to remove tissue from a woman’s lower genital tract. The thin wire loop acts as a surgical knife, removing a small layer…

How Does a Colposcopy Work?

Sure, it's a complicated word to spell and pronounce. But a colposcopy is also a beneficial test your healthcare provider may employ to view your cervix—the opening to your uterus—and vagina more closely than is possible during a typical…
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All About Vaginal Hysterectomies

A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus — one of the most commonly performed surgeries in women. In fact, it's estimated that one in nine women will undergo this procedure, which is performed to treat conditions such as: Fibroids …

Dr. Durrett and Dr. Mora of Avant Gynecology Return to “The Weekly Check-Up” on WSB Radio

On Sunday, May 23, 2021, Avant Gynecology's Dr. Lynley Durrett and Dr. Obiamaka Mora were featured guests on The Weekly Check-Up on News/Talk WSB Radio. During the show, Drs. Durrett and Mora discussed women's health topics with host Ashley…

A Deep Dive into Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a procedure that uses a small, lighted camera known as a laparoscope to give surgeons access to the abdominal or pelvic area. The procedure is also known as keyhole surgery, due to the size of the incisions made: typically,…
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My Pap Smear Results Were Abnormal. What’s Next?

It can be a frightening experience hearing your gynecologist say that your Pap smear test results came back abnormal. While it can be tempting to jump to negative conclusions about what your results mean, it's important to not worry quite yet.…