Changes In Gynaecological Practice Presented by: Doug Barclay Date: Monday 25th June
Introduction
Why HMB? It’s a big problem Ix and Mx have changed Before 1990:
Changes in Mx of menorrhagia
Now: Mirena IUS. Novasure Endometrial Ablation Transcervical Resection of Fibroids Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Minimal Access Approach 1970 Gynaecologists incorporated laparoscopy 1983 Laparoscopic appendicectomy 1989 First Lap Hysterectomy
Laparoscopy under Close Surveillance in the Netherlands
See one, do one, teach one?
Route of Hysterectomies at MMH
Patient /GP / Specialist Relationship Flattened hierarchies Patient-centred care Loss of continuity Loss of verbal communication
Hilary’s Rules for Medicine (& Life) Turn Up Be Present Tell the Truth Don’t Worry About Your Results
Conclusion
Conclusion