What to know about Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor care
Urogynecology, also called Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, treats pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Black women have long been underdiagnosed in this specialty. A Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery 2019 study found Black women with equal prolapse severity were 40 percent less likely to be offered surgery than white women. The message "it's just aging" is often untrue and treatable.
What urogynecologists treat
- Stress incontinence (leaking with cough, sneeze, exercise)
- Urge incontinence / overactive bladder
- Pelvic organ prolapse (bladder, uterus, rectum)
- Fecal incontinence
- Recurrent UTI
- Mesh-related complications
When to book
- Leaking urine with any activity
- Feeling of "something falling out"
- Recurrent UTIs (3+ per year)
- Pelvic pain after pregnancy that persists
Advocacy prompts
- What are my non-surgical options: pessary, pelvic floor PT?
- If I need surgery, can we avoid mesh?
- Should I be referred to pelvic floor physical therapy first?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Provider in the US?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse verified Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers in the US. You can filter by telehealth, insurance accepted, and whether the Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Provider is accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers serving the US?
Yes. Many Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Provider matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Provider often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Provider before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many Black Urogynecology / Pelvic Floor Providers listed in this directory accept major insurance plans and some accept Medicaid or Medicare. Use the insurance and Medicaid filters on this page to narrow your search. Contact the provider directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling.
Is a Black provider the same as an African American provider on this directory?
Yes. Black Health uses Black and African American interchangeably to describe the same population of providers and patients, matching how people commonly search and self-identify. Both terms point to the same verified providers on this page.
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