Empowering Women's Health: Insights from Dr. Mickey Karram on Pelvic Floor Disorders

Dr. Karram is an internationally renowned urogynecologist and pelvic surgeon. He is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. He completed his fellowship training in Urogynecology at Harbor UCLA School of Medicine. He is the Honorary Editor-In-Chief of the International Urogynecology Journal and the consumer publication Female Health Today, as well as the past president of the American Urogynecology Society.

He has published more than 200 scientific articles and book chapters and has co-authored numerous textbooks including, “Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery,” the “Atlas of Pelvic Anatomy and Gynecologic Surgery” along with a series of eight books entitled “Female Pelvic Surgery Video Atlas.”

Dr Karram has directed numerous post-graduate teaching courses throughout the United States and abroad. He has been invited to lecture and perform demonstration surgeries throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, South America and Australia. Dr Karram has been designated by Good Housekeeping magazine as one of the “Best Doctors in America for Women.” He and his wife Mona co-founded the national, not-for-profit, Foundation for Female Health Awareness, which raises funds to support education and research for women’s health.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Discusses female pelvic floor disorders, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ support issues, bowel problems, and sexual dysfunction
Explains the advancements in treatments for these conditions over the years
Addresses common misconceptions women have about these issues and their treatments
The importance of seeking a board-certified provider in urogynecology for treatment
Emphasizes the impact of quality of life on decision-making for treatment options

In this episode…

Dr. Karram delves into the various pelvic floor disorders that affect women, shedding light on common issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic organ support problems, bowel disorders, and female sexual dysfunction. Dr. Karram discusses the evolution of treatments for pelvic floor disorders over the years. He highlights the advancements in minimally invasive surgeries, hormone therapies, and non-surgical options that have significantly improved outcomes for patients.

Dr. Karram focuses on female sexual dysfunction, encompassing various issues such as pain during intercourse, difficulty with orgasm, and vaginal insensitivity or stretching. These problems can significantly affect a woman's sexual well-being and overall quality of life.

Dr. Karram underscores the importance of addressing pelvic floor disorders and dispelling common misconceptions. He highlights that many women mistakenly believe these issues are a normal part of aging or that effective treatments are unavailable.

In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw introduces Dr. Mickey Karram, an internationally renowned urogynecologist and pelvic surgeon. Dr. Karram shares his journey and passion for female pelvic floor disorders in this episode. From his family's influence to his career choices, Dr. Karram's expertise shines through his dedication to improving women's quality of life through surgery and medical advancements in the field. Join us as we delve into the world of urogynecology with an expert who has left a significant mark on the industry.