Urogynecology
Pelvic floor and bladder disorders become more common as women age. If you have pain in your lower abdomen or trouble with your urinary, fecal or sexual function, a urogynecologist may be able to help.
Our urogynecology program delivers advanced, patient-centered care for pelvic floor, bladder and gynecologic health issues. We serve patients, families and referring providers across New Jersey with expert urogynecology services. Hackensack Meridian Health provides robust urogynecology care throughout New Jersey, delivering cutting-edge treatments for pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, bladder and bowel dysfunction. Patients in North, Central and South NJ can access specialists close to home. As part of one of New Jersey’s largest and most integrated health networks, we combine clinical expertise, minimally invasive technology and compassionate care to help you regain quality of life.
When to See a Urogynecology Specialist
Our urogynecologists treat common gynecologic conditions, such as:- Bladder pain (not related to infection)
- Dropped pelvic organs
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Inability to completely empty the bladder
- Loss of bladder control
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Sense of fullness, pain or pressure in the pelvis (not related to infection)
- Vaginal pressure or bulging
Specialized Treatments for You
Urogynecologists at Hackensack Meridian Health are fellowship trained in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reproductive Surgery. They offer the full range of treatments and surgeries to help you return to a more comfortable and active lifestyle. Your condition may be resolved without surgery using:- Changes to your diet
- Medication or injections
- Nerve stimulation and implanted devices
- Pelvic floor or bladder strengthening exercises
If surgery is required, our urogynecologists are leaders in the New York/New Jersey metro area in minimally invasive and robotic surgeries. We can recommend the best approach to repair your pelvic floor or bladder condition.
Pelvic Floor Disorders
Overview
A pelvic floor disorder is the dropping of your bladder, rectum, or uterus due to weakness of the muscles and supporting tissue. If the condition is severe, tissues may even protrude outside the body.
Symptoms of a Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Feeling of heaviness or pressure in the vagina
- Feeling that the uterus, bladder, or rectum is dropping down
- Painful sexual intercourse
Types of Pelvic Floor Disorders
Pelvic floor disorders are basically hernias, in which tissue protrudes because another tissue is weakened. Women may have more than one pelvic floor disorder at the same time, including:
Diagnosis
Your urogynecological specialist can typically diagnose any potential Pelvic Floor Disorders you may have by performing any of the following methods:- Flexible viewing tube to see inside the bladder (cystoscopy)
- Urine tests
- Physical exams
Treatment Options
- Estrogen vaginal suppositories and creams
- Kegel exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
- Pelvic floor reconstructive surgery
- Pessary device inserted into the vagina to support the pelvic organs
Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgery
For some instances, reconstructive surgery may be necessary to treat prolapses of the uterus, rectum, bladder and vagina. These surgical procedures are typically minimally invasive, with only a few small incisions made in the vagina and pubic line. Following surgery, patients generally are required to spend several days in the hospital and may fully recover within two weeks.
Bladder Disorders
Why Choose Hackensack Meridian Health
- Fellowship-trained urogynecologists specialized in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery lead our program, ensuring advanced expertise and comprehensive care
- Extensive experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgery for urogynecology conditions provides patients with shorter recovery times and improved outcomes
- Full spectrum of care: from diagnostics (urodynamics, cystoscopy) to non-surgical therapies to reconstructive surgery—ensuring continuity and coordinated care within one system
- Convenient access across New Jersey’s regions with dedicated outpatient centres plus hospital affiliations, making advanced pelvic floor care accessible
- Patient-first approach: individualized treatment plans, clear communication, and supportive teams focused on restoring comfort, function and quality of life
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