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David M. Barrere, MD, F.A.C.O.G.
Obstetrics & Gynecology & Bioidentical Hormone Specialist located in Clifton & Eastgate, Cincinnati, OH
With advances in medicine and technology, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist David M. Barrere, MD, in Cincinnati, Ohio, performs many in-office procedures to address various gynecological problems. His in-office procedures are minimally invasive and require little to no downtime. To schedule a consultation with this patient-centered physician, call the office located in the medical building at the Christ Hospital or Eastgate office near the Eastgate Mall, or request an appointment online today.
In Office Procedures Q & A
What are in-office procedures?
Dr. Barrere is an experienced and skilled OB/GYN. He offers many services to improve his patient’s health and well-being, including in-office procedures.
The in-office procedures at David M. Barrere, MD, help diagnose and treat various gynecological conditions, such as abnormal or heavy vaginal bleeding and abnormal Pap smears
What are the types of in-office procedures?
Dr. Barrere performs many in-office procedures:
Endometrial ablation
Endometrial ablation is an in-office procedure for treating heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding. Dr. Barrere uses the Minerva ES® Endometrial Ablation System.
During the procedure, Dr. Barrere inserts the Minerva ES device in your uterus. The device uses controlled energy to ablate, or destroy, the uterine lining to treat the abnormal or heavy bleading.
Endosee®
Endosee is an advanced diagnostic hysteroscopy. During the in-office procedure, Dr. Barrere uses the Endosee Advance visual tool — a thin tube with a light and camera — to evaluate the lining of your cervix and uterus. The imaging tool allows him to see abnormalities in the tissue that may explain your symptoms, such as a polyps or fibroids.
Colposcopy
A colposcopy is a procedure to evaluate the cervix after having an abnormal Pap smear. Dr. Barrere uses a special microscope to evaluate your cervix. Tissue biopsies may also be taken to better understand the results of your abnormal Pap test.
Intrauterine device (IUD) insertion
IUDs are a form of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) that Dr. Barrere places in your uterus. The hormonal or non-hormonal IUD prevents pregnancy for three to 10 years.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)
Dr. Barrere is a certified SottoPelle® provider. SottoPelle user bioidentical hormonal pellets custom made to treat your unqiue hormonal needs.
Votiva Forma V
Votiva Forma V is a noninvasive tool that gently heats vaginal tissue to increase blood flow to the area and stimulate collagen production. Dr. Barrere offers the in-office procedure to help women suffering from vaginal dryness, urinary incontinence, or low libido.
FormaV revitalizes vaginal tissue and health to alleviate these symptoms.
How do I know if I need in-office procedures?
Dr. Barrere takes a patient-centered approach to care. He determines if you need an in-office procedure after a comprehensive evaluation. He performs in-office procedures whenever possible to help limit your down time and to minimize the costs associated with performing the procedure in the hospital.
To schedule an appointment at the office of David M. Barrere, MD, call or click the online booking tool.
