Life-Changing Experience with Dr. Drevna
Bladder incontinence is extremely embarrassing and stressful to deal with on a daily basis. Going to see Dr. Drevna and having the bladder sling surgery truly changed my life.
At first, I could barely bring myself to walk through the door -- I almost drove away. I had to remind myself that these doctors deal with this every day and that I didn't need to feel ashamed. When the (very good-looking!) doctor walked in, I actually got even more nervous -- but once he started talking to me, I instantly felt more comfortable. His bedside manner is both funny and calming, which helped me relax right away.
Dr. Drevna first suggested I try pelvic floor physical therapy before surgery. Walking into that appointment was hard too, but I'm so glad I did it. Physical therapy turned out to be incredibly educational. Honestly, every woman over 40 should go -- you learn exercises and habits that can make a real difference. Unfortunately, my busy schedule made it hard to keep up with regular sessions, so therapy alone didn't work for me.
When I returned to Dr. Drevna to discuss surgery, I had to go through some tests to qualify -- including one involving a catheter. I was very nervous, but every nurse I encountered was kind, patient, and reassuring. They made the process so much easier and helped calm my fears.
By the time my sling surgery day arrived, I wasn't nervous anymore. I felt ready and confident. Dr. Drevna even made me laugh that morning! I noticed he wore crosses around his neck, which gave me an extra sense of comfort and peace.
The surgery went smoothly. My pain afterward was minimal -- maybe a 3 out of 10 from the small incisions. Now, I feel like I have the bladder of a 20-year-old!
I highly recommend Dr. Drevna and his team. They were compassionate, understanding, and truly changed my quality of life. If you're struggling with bladder incontinence, don't be afraid to take that first step -- it's worth it. read more