No More Hysterectomies

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Summary: Grave danger to women
Review: Ex-Dr Hufnagel's book is based on NO SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE. frankly, i'm surprised its available on amazon.

Please, women, know that this person has had her license to practice medicine revoked b/c of the harm she has done to dozens of women. she is a charlatan of the worst kind - giving false hope and performing dangerous surgeries (albeit now in mexico)
go ahead, google her and see for yoruself.

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Summary: First the book, then FRS, changed my life for the better!
Review: I found NO MORE HYSTERECTOMIES after having been told by 5 different gynecologists that I needed to have a hysterectomy. Intuitively, I knew this was not the answer for me. My husband found her information booth at a Whole Life Expo. I went the next day and spent a couple of hours reading over the information, viewing video tapes and talking with her advocate. Here, for the first time, was real hope for removing my fibroids -all of them - and being able to keep my uterus. Instead of the dreaded "Hysterectomy" word, I was presented with the phrase "Female Reconstructive Surgery" (FRS) by what appeared to be a talented and gifted surgeon expounding the notion that hysterectomy should be the last option for almost all reproductive problems with the exception of cancer. I called for references and talked to other women who had gone through the procedure. Everything I read and heard pointed to FRS as the solution to this invasion of my body. I went through the thorough process of physical, emotional and psychological evaluations required by Dr. Hufnagel. I then scheduled my operation, in Los Angeles. What followed can only be described as "miraculous" though I know that it was really the simple fact that I was operated on by a highly skilled surgeon masterfully using today's high technology. The skill and technique required to do this is far beyond what it takes to perform a radical hysterectomy. Instead of a quick couple of cuts to remove and discard my uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes, Dr. Hufnagel removed a fibroid tumor weighing 2.18 lbs., measuring 5.5 in. x 5.5 in. x 2.75 in., many smaller fibroids and was able to repair the hernias caused by this abnormally large growth expanding outward against tissues not meant to contain such a mass. She also removed a large fluid filled cyst on my left ovary and aspirated out several cysts on my right ovary. Cysts were removed from both fallopian tubes. Additionally, Dr. Hufnagel then re-suspended my uterus and other organs back to their original position, eradicating the possibility of further complications. This reconstruction, as described, means that I will not have to go in at some future date, at additional cost, both financial and as a toll on my body, to have the hernias repaired or to diagnose and repair complications caused by displaced organs. The thoroughness of this operation is providing long term health benefits. My health has improved dramatically. My extreme pelvic and lower back pain is gone, I have regained sexual function, am no longer incontinent, have increased mobility and my skin tone and color have returned to normal. I am once again able to practice Yoga and attend my stretch and tone classes which I had had to give up on. It was a long hard battle to find Dr. Hufnagel. There were many times when I was on the verge of giving up, but just could not, knowing both intuitively and from what I have read, that I faced a 50-50 chance of having ongoing complications from hysterectomy throughout the remainder of my life. While it is true that many women do not suffer long term consequences directly attributable to hysterectomy, I am of a very slight build and really do believe that, more than likely, I would have ended up being one of the women with problems. When I was in Dr. Hufnagel's office, here walls were plastered with testimonials and letters of thank you and sincere, heartfelt appreciation for the incredible work that she has done for them. I have met many women who have had fibroid removal and other types of female reconstructive surgery performed on them by Dr. Hufnagel. We are all awed by her expertise and the incredible return to health that was made possible by her work. Dr. Hufnagel has had the intestinal fortitude and conviction to stand up to the established method of "business as usual", pioneered FRS, championed women's rights issues and sought to expose the corruption of some of her peers. I highly recommend this book for any women undergoing reproductive health problems....

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Summary: Grave danger to women
Review: In November of 1997 I was hospitalized for a week with abdominal pain. Hospital tests showed a heterogeneous mass on my left side. Seven doctors from the gynecological group I had always gone to in Mineola, NY, decided exploratory surgery was needed and also most likely a hysterectomy; I REFUSED! I walked out of the hospital in pain, at the threat of death and with surgery scheduled for the next day! I had the courage to walk out - I had Dr. Hufnagel's book inside the drawer of my night table at the hospital and had been in contact with her that week! At 34 years old I wanted to keep ALL MY ORGANS and keeping the option of having children!

I first became aware of Dr. Hufnagel through her legal woes with the NY state medical system. I paid a visit to her NY office. She provided me with the BEST INTERNAL EXAMINATION, the most attention, careful, detailed, empowering and informed consultation I had ever had with any kind of doctor. Unfortunately, she lost that battle with the NY legal system! She wasn't able to do my operation at the time I needed it. But, I am still in contact with her and will be visiting her on my next trip to California.

Before my operation, I was diagnosed with endometriosis, an endometrioma on the left ovary and possibly first-stage ovarian cancer. I ended up having a "laparoscopic operation" by Dr. Harry Reich (570) 674-2256, whom she mentions in the book, and who is SUPERB!

Dr. Hufnagel WAS MY CONNECTION! I STILL HAVE ALL MY ORGANS BECAUSE OF THE KNOWLEDGEABLE OPTIONS AND FACTS SHE PROVIDED ME WITH. SHE HAD THE COURAGE TO STAND AND INFORM WOMEN OF WHAT IS RIGHT, AND, OF COURSE, PAID THE PRICE FOR IT! MY LIFE LONG THANKS TO HER!

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Summary: A Must Read for All Women
Review: This book is a must read for any woman who has been told by her physician that a hysterectomy will solve all her problems. That is exactly what I was told just 4 days ago. I had an appointment with a "Better - Credentialed" Physician (see previous review)who had no interest in saving my uterus. I am 34 years old and in excellent health except for my fibroids. I am thankful that there is another option available through Dr. Hufnagel. This book is full of practical and logical information that women can use to make informed decisions about their bodies.

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Summary: Just the facts
Review: This book made a lot of sense to me and my wife as we have tried to negotiate the maze about hysterectomies. It seems that many AMA license doctors are quick to take insurance money and make snap decisions that are not supported by the findings of the diagnostic tools we paid for.

It is important for every one to take responsibility for their own health. Become an educated consumer and make your OB/GYN answer your questions to YOUR satisfaction. REMEMBER, they work for you. If they can't explain it, then THEY, the OB/GYN probably does not understand it.

As for losing ones license. That is a serious offense. But it makes me wonder when people write reviews who attack the author (personally), is it because they cannot attack the content of the book.

I appreciate their comments, because it prompted me further investigate and gain more information. Something I am sure they did not want.

So, next time. Leave personal vendetta's out of this and focus on the book.