Northwestern Medicine Center for Complex Gynecology

Center for Complex gynecology

A Personalized Approach to Gynecologic Surgery

At the Northwestern Medicine Center for Complex Gynecology (CCG), fellowship-trained gynecologic surgeons perform innovative surgical procedures and take an integrative approach to your care. We treat a variety of complex conditions using minimally invasive surgery.

Our unique, on-site multidisciplinary team includes experts in interventional radiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical therapy, pain psychology, sexual therapy, colorectal surgery and urology to optimize your choices, outcomes and recovery.

By integrating research, education and clinical expertise, CCG offers treatment for a wide range of gynecologic conditions in a setting that addresses your unique needs and concerns.

What We Treat

UTERINE FIBROIDS

Fibroids are the most common tumors of the female reproductive system. Learn about the different types of fibroids, as well as symptoms and treatment options.

ENDOMETRIOSIS

Endometriosis is a disorder that affects your reproductive organs and menstrual cycle. Learn about symptoms, causes and diagnoses, and treatment options.

CHRONIC PELVIC PAIN

Chronic pelvic pain is a condition that affects many women. Learn about the different types, as well as treatment options.

OTHER CONDITIONS

Learn about other conditions that are treated by our team.

While we do not provide routine gynecologic care, we do collaborate with our OB-GYNS.

OUr Values

The CCG brings to our daily practice the following values and goals:

Creating an individualized care experience with you at the center
Fostering an atmosphere of compassion, respect and informed collaboration
Providing surgical care of the highest quality
Serving as a resource for our professional colleagues
Developing new and innovative treatment approaches
Conducting research that advances our understanding of the conditions and treatment outcomes
Sharing our expertise by training other physicians
Offering a wide range of alternatives to hysterectomy when possible

Endometriosis and Fibroids: Expert Panel Q&A

Northwestern Medicine’s Dr. Lauren Streicher speaks with three nationally renowned experts about the most commonly asked questions on endometriosis and fibroids, including leading edge alternatives to hysterectomies.