I'm so grateful for Dr. Varon and the team she leads at UCSD. I had fibroids and wanted to get them removed ASAP. I was originally at Scripps for my initial diagnosis but I wanted the best surgeon for my case so I turned to Dr. Varon. During my consultation, she had looked through my MRI and identified fibroids that the radiologist and obgyn had missed at Scripps. I highly trust Dr. Varon's expertise and thoroughness with her work. Dr. Varon listened to my concerns and gave me the best path forward. She is a very skilled minimally invasive surgeon and successfully removed multiple large fibroids for me. I feel more like my old self again! Thank you Dr. Varon for the care you provided me. read more

I was referred to UCSD as a complex case and Dr Varon was the 4th fibroid specialist I had been to in 12 months. It took 6 months to get the appointment and another 3 to have the surgery but I'm beyond happy with Dr Varon. She is a very pleasant person and a very competent doctor, in and out of surgery. I highly recommend her. She is very prompt with her communication and follow-up, and was always in a good mood with a nice reassuring smile every time I saw her. Most importantly for me, she listened to what was important to me and shaped the treatment plan accordingly. It's odd for me to provide a medical review but I do so in the hope Dr Varon can help you. She's truly fantastic. Post surgery follow up was also stellar and resulted in good referrals for me too. Thank you Dr Varon. read more

I felt heard and SEEN. I truly feel that is one of the most important things when you're so nervous and don't truly understand how to proceed with determining what medical doctors to go with, especially when it comes to fibroids and OBGYN's. Shira Varon from the beginning took her time in making me feel comfortable and never once made me feel confused in what choices I had to make moving forward. She explained everything so nicely and my nerves went away because I finally had a PLAN with a doctor that took her time and cared. UCSD JACOBS CENTER hospital visit was phenomenal! Her team came in one by one before my removal, and held my hand while explaining that it was going to go smoothly and I would be taken care of. I was floored. They CARED! 3 weeks post op and I feel great!! Thank you Shira Varon! Look no further! I promise you, you will be taken care of. We need more doctors and medical teams like hers. read more

Dr. Varon performed my Laparoscopic Hysterectomy six weeks ago. I had a 10 cm. fibroid that she managed to take out without cutting a big incision. She went beyond the call of duty, to place the tumor in a bag while taking it out, to prevent its spreading in case it was cancerous. I only had a mild pain for two days post- op, no bleeding at all. My recovery is very smooth. Dr. Varon is the most skillful Gynecologist Surgeon in San Diego. She is also very kind and compassionate person. THANK You Dr. Varon !!! read more

I had in October a Hysterectomy ,all I can say is that Dr. Shira Varon is THE BEST DOCTOR EVER!!!!!!!!!!! 5 stars are not enough she was amazing!!!! I'm so thankful for her. read more

My experience with Dr. Varon was outstanding. She truly cares about her patients. Dr. Varon listened to my concerns, quickly ordered me an MRI and discussed my options for my fibroid treatment. She explained in great detail what my options were so that I was able to make an informed decision based on her knowledge and expertise. Though I was nervous for the procedure, I was confident in Dr. Varon and the medical team. My procedure was on August 1st, all went great and I'm healing well. I'm very grateful to have found Dr. Varon. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family. Thank you Dr. Varon and team for helping me feel better. read more

Dr. Varon recently performed laparoscopic surgery on me to remove a large fibroid, and it was an incredibly smooth and successful experience. I found Dr. Varon when I discovered how much my fibroid had grown, and did my research trying to find the right specialist, including reading online reviews. After meeting with her and having all my questions answered, I felt confident in her abilities and her experience. She didn't pressure me into any decision in particular, and encouraged me to choose the option that made me feel the most comfortable. She explained that she could remove the fibroid, only (myomectomy), or remove my uterus if I wished to do that instead. She also assured me I didn't have to make a final decision right then, but could think about it in the months leading up to the surgery.  I booked the surgery. While waiting for the surgery date, she and her team were very responsive (within 1-2 days!) to additional questions I had, and I felt well-prepared for what to expect during and after my surgery. UC San Diego has state-of-the-art facilities, so I enjoyed a  streamlined, easy, and fancy out-patient surgery experience. Everyone was kind, attentive, and professional. She and her team were personable and caring. Everything went exactly according to plan.  The post-surgical discomfort was minimal, and made even less uncomfortable since I knew exactly what to expect and how to treat it. I ended up only needing ibuprofen and Tylenol to manage the pain. The laparoscopic incisions are shockingly small and will heal as time goes on. As they told me, I was able to get up and move around the next day without much pain and just needed lots of rest to recuperate. She even called me personally the day after to check in, and sent me pictures from the procedure as I requested.   When you are going into surgery, you want to know that the person in charge of the procedure knows what they are doing, and has done this plenty of times before. Women especially need strong, educated advocates for our bodies and health. I knew Dr. Varon had my best interests and safety at the top of her mind at every step in the process. I am grateful I found her and hope this review helps you make the best decision for you. read more

I'm going to go against the crowd here and say her bedside manners are horrible. She was rushed to get off the phone with me while I was seeking answers during uncertainty. She had zero patience and empathy. We barely spoke for 8 minutes. read more

Dr. Varon saved my life! Not only did she listen to my concerns and needs but she kept her word! For years, I've struggled with menstrual pain because of the fibroids but I am grateful for Dr. Varon! The establishment is very clean, staff are friendly and I absolutely love Kassandra and Mrs. Kim! They are so sweet and very welcoming! Hands down the best team ever! Highly recommend Dr. Varon! read more

5 out of 5 Stars! If I could give a higher rating than that I would. If you are looking for a doctor who listens to your concerns, understands your health issues, works with you to determine the best route of actions to take present and moving forward for the future, and makes sure your at the forefront of YOUR health and YOUR body? Stop and look no further than MD. Shira Varon. I am a woman who has been through the wringer with uterine health problems; mainly fibroids. I had a previous removal surgery 10+yrs ago and when I found out that fibroids had appeared in my present I was devastated. I went to speak to several doctors prior, one of whom told me my fibroids were unable to be removed due to size and location; urging me to have a Hysterectomy. Just when I was at my lowest, ready to throw in the towel, I stopped and said " Get one more opinion." That's when I did research and found MD. Shira Varon. I could not be anymore grateful and thankful! Not only was she able to successfully remove all THREE fibroids of various sizes but she was also able to fix concerns I had from my past surgery. She did what other doctors said they couldn't do. She took me and my health seriously. While I know that everyone's health, situations, and circumstances are different. No outcome or path is ever the same for anyone. I am truly grateful my path lead me to MD. Shira Varon and I wouldn't have it any other way. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You and your team at UCSD Health are all AMAZING. read more

I have no words to express my gratitude towards Dr. Varon and her entire Team. Her professionalism, calmness and confidence, gave me peace, she walked me through what to expect at each step of the way and most importantly, I felt heard and understood from day one. I had had a traumatic post surgical experience in the past and having to go through a more invasive procedure was scary, but the care and service provided was constant, and above all humane. Both her and her Team were amazing, I am grateful to finally have my life back. read more

Dr Varon exemplifies the most important and impactful qualities of a premier physician. My recent experience receiving her care both in the clinic and operating room met and exceeded all expectations. her Pre operative education and counseling was thorough and reassuring. My surgical outcome was nothing short of exceptional. I am so grateful for Dr Varon's care. i Would emphatically recommend her to my closest friends and family. read more

Dr. Varon performed my laparoscopic surgery a year ago and I am very glad I chose her. I met with multiple surgeons before making the decision to proceed with Dr. Varon, primarily due to her patience and attention to detail. Compared to the other surgeons I had consultations with, Dr. Varon was the most thorough with my assessment, treatment plan, and provided a detailed explanation of potential short and long term risks. My procedure went unbelievably smooth. I was up and walking immediately after surgery, experienced an overall pain level of 3/10 throughout the entire process, and I have almost no scarring. I'm extremely happy with my decision to have the procedure and my quality of life has improved immensely. read more

Dr.Varon and her team are amazing ! From my first visit she made me feel safe and gave me all the information I needed for my fibroids . I just had my surgery done and I could have not asked for a better surgeon to do my surgery, thank you to Dr. Varon and all her team at UCSD ! read more

Dr. Varon was very attentive on my initial visit when I was concerned about a complex cyst, another doctor found. She ordered the necessary imaging immediately. After getting my results she responded to my email and explained the next step. I was able to get scheduled quickly for my surgery. She was very knowledgeable and was able to do the surgery herself. She always replied promptly to any questions I had regarding my procedure. The recovery from the procedure and the entire process was much easier than expected. It was easy to book visits with her and the office staff always were helpful. I will definitely be going back to see her in the future. She made me feel assured I was being taken care of and always answered any concerns. read more

After years of searching for an OB-GYN, I was lucky enough to find Dr. Varon and her team. First and foremost, Dr. Varon is an extremely gifted doctor with tremendous knowledge and skills. Other gynecologists with whom I have spoken have referred to her as the person from whom they would want to receive their care. Most important for me, Dr. Varon is incredibly respectful and thoughtful in her approach to care. She presents options and takes the time to talk through what is possible in terms of intervention. Her recommendations are stated clearly and she never ignores or belittles the worries or fears of her patients. Dr. Varon listens carefully, contemplates thoroughly, and answers honestly, without ever pushing an agenda. Throughout the course of my care with Dr. Varon and her team, I have felt supported, informed, and empowered. She has assembled a team of women around her to provide the best care possible to her patients. I am grateful to have found Dr. Varon and hope that she continues to serve our area for a long time. read more

I had a myomectomy and tubal removal with Dr. Varon and she was fantastic! I had been dealing with a good size fibroid for over 1 year, heavy periods, cramps, bloating and pelvic pain. After meeting her and discussing my options we went ahead with laproscopic surgery to remove the fibroid. Dr. Varon was so responsive and i had some other health issues prior to surgery and she was great in communicating to me directly and understanding/empathethetic of what my needs were. Surgery day was hectic and delayed, but she couldn't have been more sweet and confident and made me feel very relaxed. My surgery went well and I recovered so fast and am so grateful for her expertise. read more

Dr Varon performed my open myomectomy about six weeks ago. Before the surgery, she answered all my questions in detail (especially about laparoscopic vs open.) In my case, open surgery was the better option. She was kind and caring. I feel blessed to have met her and her team at UCSD. I felt supported and knew that I received the best possible care. I am very grateful that I met Dr Varon. I am back to feeling like myself again after six weeks. read more

I cannot recommend Dr. Varon enough! she has such a caring and thoughtful attitude and to actually have a provider ask you what you want and listen intently is really the icing on the cake. I knew I had fibroids from a hysteroscopy I had years ago, but my gym at the time said it wasn't goi to be an issue getting pregnant. Fast forward to last year and a formal ultrasound and MRI later I have a large fibroid that was impinging into my uterine cavity and 2 other ones that weren't to concerning. I was having extremely heavy periods that were starting to get unpredictable and the pain was unbearable. I wanted to have the least invasive approach possible because I really needed the shortest recovery time. Dr. Varon was very confident that she could get the fibroids laparoscopically even before the MRI. She made me feel like i could totally trust her and she responded to all of my questions and messages promptly. My surgery was pushed back due to COVID and my own schedule, but it was worth it. I went back to work a week later but definitely could have been back 4 days sooner. I felt and feel great. She said I'd have wait at least 3 months to attempt pregnancy and I'm so looking forward to that! Thanks Dr. Varon! read more

I began experiencing pelvic pain in January. In March, I had an ultrasound done and found out that I had two fibroid tumors, one of which was very large. The first doctor informed me that my only option was to have a hysterectomy, but due to COVID-19, I had to wait until things calmed down before scheduling the surgery. This downtime allowed me to do some research, and this is when I found Dr. Shira Varon, MD, at UCSD. She would not only provide me with plenty of options but respected my desire to keep my uterus. We decided on a laparoscopic myomectomy, which is less invasive and has a much faster recovery time. During surgery, she found that the tumor was much larger than what the ultrasound or MRI showed as it was wrapped around my uterus, which was more complex and increased surgery time from 3 to 5 hours. Despite this, Dr. Varon successfully removed both tumors and repaired my uterus, stitching each incision neatly. Recovery was easier than I anticipated, and scarring should be minimal. Dr. Varon, her staff, and every staff member at UCSD hospital were kind, professional, caring, and attentive. The surgery went well, and the entire team made sure to communicate with me every step of the way. I made the right decision in choosing Dr. Varon, and I am healing nicely. My experience with her and UCSD far exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend her as a doctor as she is gifted, knowledgable, compassionate, and kind. read more

I have had 2 surgeries with Dr. Varon, she is an amazing surgeon and I literally trust her with my life. She is so knowledgeable and always listens to my concerns. She is super friendly and has an amazing presence. I feel so lucky and grateful to have a world-class surgeon like her as my doctor. read more

If I could give 10 stars I would! Dr. Varon is not only a wonderful doctor but also a warm and kind person who truly cares about her patients. Dr. Varon was completely supportive of my decision to preserve fertility, never deflated my hope of potentially getting pregnant at an older age, and once she knew I wanted the myomectomy, she didn't recommend a hysterectomy (as many docs tend to do with women my age). I could see in her eyes that she genuinely loves her work and after our first consultation, I immediately trusted her. It was strange, I actually just wanted to spend more time talking to her because of how comfortable I felt. She spoke to me with compassion and listened to my concerns. My surgery (open myomectomy) was successful. She removed 20 fibroids, and I had minimal postoperative pain. It has been one month since the surgery, and I feel fantastic! Dr. Varon is not only a gifted surgeon with incomparable skills; she genuinely cares, is passionate about her work, and can be trusted. read more

I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Varon and her team. Her competence, expertise, and professionalism were evident throughout, providing me with a high level of confidence. She explained everything clearly, ensuring I felt informed and at ease. I highly recommend Dr. Varon for any woman experiencing gynecological health problems. Specifically for me, I went to see her for my symptomatic uterine fibroids. Dr. Varon is so amazing she did a laparoscopic myomectomy. My surgery experience and outcome was phenomenal. Right after the surgery in the recovery room, I noticed all my fibroid related symptoms were no longer there and gone immediately (no more pressure, uncomfortableness, bloating, fibroids bumps, etc). I'm living the pain-free, better quality of life now! Yay! Dr. Varon, your competence and clear explanations eased any concerns I had. I appreciate your dedication to your patients and the exceptional care you and your team provide. Grateful for your expertise! A heartfelt thank you to the best doctor ever Dr. Varon! read more

I had a really great experience with Dr. Varon. I went to her for a consult on an external surgery and she was very sure about getting it done, as it was a simple procedure for her. This helped me be more comfortable and sure about her. One of my fears was that the area was going to look different & second to that my biggest concern was the recovery process. I wondered how much pain I would be in. The procedure was done at UCSD Hospital in La Jolla. Not only was the team very friendly, but they were quick and I was there for a decent amount of time since the check in process. It was my first time having a procedure done and I wouldn't have wanted it done any other way & with anyone else. I healed pretty quickly, I had little to no pain the first few days. After a month I was able to look at the area and I almost couldn't tell that I had anything done. It looked perfect. I would recommend Dr. Varon with no hesitation, 10 out of 10! read more

I'm extremely grateful to Dr. Varon and her medical and surgical team at UCSD. One of the many reasons I've chosen Dr. Varon was for her knowledge. I did a lot of investigation about my condition, and I have found that Dr. Varon have participated in a lot of research, this made me think she was the right doctor for me. Three weeks ago, Dr. Varon did performed the Myomectomy thru C section successfully removing over 25 fibroids, and I was able to retain my uterus. Not only she was very knowledgeable, but I also now know her for being so caring, thoughtful, kind; she infuses me with her confidence, she has that positive vibe, that can calm you from any anxiety or doubts you might have before entering surgery. I went to the operation informed and supported. I was amaze of the high level of professionalism on her entire team, all of them were very empathetic, so caring, and understanding. Recovery have been easier and faster than what I was expecting, and my scar is almost invisible. There are not enough stars to rate Dr. Varon's work and professionalism. I highly recommend her. read more

Dr. Varon is the best doctor I met in my life. I have been dealing with fibroids with pain for a very long time, and the journey towards finding the right doctor was quite challenging. Thankfully, I found Dr. Varon, and it has been a life-changing experience. From the very first appointment, Dr. Varon displayed an exceptional level of expertise and compassion. She answered all my questions and explained some complex medical terminologies to me, and discussed treatment options in a way that was easy to understand. This level of communication and patient-centered care immediately put me at ease. She provided all the information I needed to make an informed choice about my fibroid treatment. Thanks to Dr. Varon and the supportive medical team. I experienced minimal discomfort and a remarkably quick recovery. I only used the low dose Ibuprofen for two days and no pain at all. I'm now on the road to a pain-free life, I highly recommend Dr. Varon to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and caring OB-GYN for fibroid treatment. I am immensely grateful for Dr. Varon's exceptional care, and I can confidently say that they have made a significant, positive impact on my life. Thank you!!! read more

Dr. Varon and her team are amazing! She is super patient, very detailed in her explanations for what is happening and the options. I chose to go with a laprascopic hysterectomy and everything went so smooth. Recovery was flawless, even though my surgery was more complicated than others. I highly reccomend Dr. Varon and her team. read more

Here I am so happy to share my personal experience with Dr. Shira Varon. It's lengthy, but worth the read! Back in March 2017 (a few weeks after my wedding) I was medically diagnosed with uterine fibroids by another gynecologist in San Diego. This news was heartbreaking because I was informed my dreams of having a family with my darling husband was at fifty percent chance (if I didn't lose my uterus in surgery). Say the least I was terrified by this gynecologist and decided to ignore my diagnosis and enjoy my first year of marriage. Later on that year I started my research. I found online a medical article stating that Dr. Shira Varon was one of the top fibroid specialist in San Diego (no lie). In all seriousness I changed my insurance plan, medical group, AND primary care physician to see Dr. Shira Varon. I believe I had to wait about two months to have my first initial visit (she is that popular). Dr. Varon approached was professional, kind, and fashionable. I explained how I was previously diagnosed with uterine fibroids and my symptoms. She felt my lower stomach and instantly stated that the tumors needed to be removed. After she performed a pelvic exam Dr. Varon instructed I receive a ultrasound and MRI in December 2017. During my second visit in February 2018 with Dr. Varon, one my friends and myself viewed my MRI results. They were NOT pretty. That was a very emotional visit for me and she understood that. She answered all the questions my friend and I had. Dr. Varon was very clear that having an open myomectomy was my best option. I contemplated on this huge decision for ten months until my fourth visit with Dr. Varon with my mother. After Dr. Varon kindly explained my diagnosis and treatments to my mother and me (again) I decided to move forwards with the surgery. Alma scheduled my surgery over the phone and I received detailed documents in regards my surgery, appointments, preparation for my surgery, what I would expect after surgery. Four weeks before surgery I had my pre-operation appointment with one of Dr. Varon's resident who was very professional. I believe two weeks before my surgery I had anesthesiology appointment over the phone. And up until days before my surgery I messaged Dr. Varon plenty of questions. She and her staff were patient and prompt with answering them all. It is surgery day I am so extremely anxious. This has been a long journey for my family and I. Every staff member I encountered at UCSD Jacob/ Thorton Medical Center were genuine. One particular nurse that was preparing me for surgery was funny and gave me a sense of peace. She made my mom, my husband, and I an angel necklace to past the time as everyone was preparing for my myomectomy. My anesthesiologist was fantastic! One of my daunting fears was going under general anesthesia. My anesthesiologist reminded me of Mr. Rogers. He was serene and joyful. After meeting him my nerves began to dissipate. Dr. Varon came into the my room and spoke to me with confidence. Moments before blacking out (haha) the entire surgical team came in the room said a few words. I kissed my mom and my husband...and I was out. Hahaha! I woke up and asked the PACU nurse if I had surgery because it all happen so fast. Months of dreading this event was instantly a smooth process. I could not have prayed for a better surgeon or surgical team for my very first surgery. I HIGHLY recommended any woman suffering for uterine fibroids to at least see Dr. Shira Varon once. Honestly, she changed my life. Happy Healing! read more

If you're looking for outstanding care for your needs, I recommend Dr. Varon. I had two fibroids for 3+ years and other doctors persisted I have a hysterectomy. Until I was recommended to Dr. Varon. She took care of my needs and was able to remove two huge fibroids. Her and her medical team were amazing at UCSD in La Jolla. I recommend Dr. Varon if you want to remove your fibroid(s) without a hysterectomy. Dr. Varon is indeed a healing Angel to women's needs! read more

Dr. Varon did my laparoscopic myomectomy and from the first consult she made me feel at ease. She was very patient and knowledgeable and walked me through the options, pros and cons and different types of procedures in great detail. Her knowledge and expertise helped me make a decision to move forward with surgery. In the end laparoscopy was the best option for me. On the day of surgery Dr. Varon and her team at UCSD were very attentive and kind. I was nervous going into surgery as I had never had any surgery before but the entire team made me feel cared for and safe. They answered all my questions and gave me a very detailed explanation of the entire process, the timing and what to expect after. Dr. Varon successfully removed all 5 fibroids and I am on my way to recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Varon and her team. read more

Dr. Varon is a great doctor and experienced surgeon. I was very happy and comfortable with her, as she performed a much needed surgery for me. She had a very caring demeanor, during a very scary time in my life. She made me feel at ease, and I had zero complications. She was always quick to reply to any questions or concerns that I had. I definitely recommend her. read more

I am so happy to have had Dr Varon and her team @UCSD perform my laparoscopic hysterectomy. I'm 65 years old and a complex case so I was a bit anxious, but from my first visit with Dr Varon I felt relaxed. She explained everything very thoroughly and asked if I had questions. She spent plenty of time with me, and most of all I could tell she had gone over my complete medical history before I stepped foot in her office! I'm about 2 1/2 weeks PO now and I feel great Thank you Dr Varon! read more

Had an abdominal myomectomy July 1 by dr. Varon. I spent several years and an exhaustive amount of gyno appointments searching for a Dr. who could not only perform the surgery but allow me to keep my womb intact. Prior to Dr. Varon, 7 drs told me I was not a candidate for fibroid surgery but rather a hysterectomy was my only option. Let's keep in mind, not one of the 7 doctors suggested an MRI. I've learned after numerous ultrasounds, they tell you nothing. Get an MRI period! One dr said I had one huge fibroid, another said I had 4, another said I had over 70, another said I had 2 and I actually had a Dr tell me there was no need to do an ultrasound if I've already been told I have fibroids, "just get a hysterectomy " she said. Mentally exhausted, scared, worried and frustrated, I came across Dr. Varon. She absolutely improved my quality life more than she knows. She not only performed an amazing surgery (She removed all of the tumors, 25 in total) She made me feel safe and secure. Her team is awesome too! Dr. Birch is a resident who works with Dr. Varon during surgery...I must say she is highly professional and a total sweetheart. I would recommend Dr. Varon and her team asap if your searching for a professional, kind and safe surgery. Honestly I can't thank you enough! I feel like a new woman, it's a month since the surgery and I'm healing beautifully. read more

Best OB/GYN ever! I've been seeing Dr. Shira Varon for couple years now, I'm very happy to say She's the Best! I had to have two surgeries to fix issues and Dr. Varon took the time to explain everything before and the day of surgery as I was nervous. I was calm after she explained everything once again and knew I was in Great hands! Here I am four months later very thankful to have my life back pain free! All Thank You to a Wonderful OB/GYN Dr. Varon!!! I would recommend her to all my friends & family.... :-) read more

I want to provide you with some back story prior to giving my 10/10 review for Dr. Varon. I lived 2 years undiagnosed for extreme pain, bleeding, and clotting. I was in and out of ER's, Urgent Care's, OB offices, until one day a doctor said "He can see something" and wanted to move forward with removing it. I was diagnosed with a fibroid that needed to be removed back in May of 2012. My doctor assured me that the surgery would be quick, relatively painless, and I'd be on my way to have kids and put this all behind me. When that doctor did my surgery, he said he found 15 fibroids and got 12 of them out. He said when I was ready to have children to get the other 3 removed and live life! I then moved to Colorado and was in the doctor's office just 6 months later, all of the symptoms have come back with a vengeance. I was schedule for my 2nd surgery, but this time they'd also be looking for endometriosis. Long story short this surgery did not go well. As I stayed overnight for something that should have been an outpatient surgery, I was told I would be having my 3rd surgery 2 months later. My third surgery was successful, however, at my postop appointment the doctor could already see new growths coming in. This started a very long, very difficult process of trying to medicate this issues. For the next 6 years I was put on and put through so many different medications that my hormones, my body, and my mental health severely suffered. If you've heard of the medication, I probably was on it at some point in my past. I'd be lying if I didn't say that some of the medication worked for a period of time, but nothing was permanent. Then in the summer of 2018, I had to be taken to the ER yet again. I was referred to a local OB who wanted to try an IUD to just shut everything down. So I went through the procedure, which is completely and utterly unpleasant. Only 3 days later, I passed such a large clot that the IUD was forced out and I had another ER visit. The office I was currently a patient at said to try again, go through it again, that this time it would work, etc. It wasn't until then I was referred to Dr. Varon by a friend. From the moment we spoke, Dr. Varon was kind, understanding, and my medical treatment became a discussion. I didn't feel like a test subject to be poked, prodded, or have medication given to me just to see what worked. She reviewed all my surgery records, talked in depth about what medications I had been on, how I was feeling, and what my ultimate goal was. This was just at our first meeting! Dr. Varon then wanted to do an MRI. Mind you, I had ultrasounds in the past, but no one did an MRI. Had they have done that sooner, they would have seen what Dr. Varon found.....that my uterus was completely over taken by tumors. And when I say completely over taken, essentially there wasn't a uterus to be saved anymore. Mind you, all of this happened during Covid. So my conversations with Varon were over Zoom. When I got the result from my MRI and it came time to discuss them, Dr. Varon then asked me again what my ultimate goal was. I told her, "I just want to live a normal life and not be in pain and bleeding every single day". She then explained to me the rare tumor condition that I had, and what treatment plans looked like. It was at that time where she and I discussed having a hysterectomy. We moved forward with the surgery, and I was back at work 4 days later. YES, 4 DAYS LATER. Mind you, I did have a laparoscopic surgery, but none the less. That's how amazing I felt afterwards. Not only did my surgery go well, but I was taking ibuprofen during my recovery. NO MORE PAIN MEDS! I begged to go back to work, and we compromised to me working from home. But I had not felt this amazing before and I was ready to just be the new me! I write all this to let you know, Dr. Varon gave me my life back. She is an amazing surgeon, empathetic doctor, and a wonderful person. She cares about her patients and wants to partner with them, not just tell them what to do. I spent over a decade of my life with medication being shoved at me, surgeries that were essentially a band aid on a bullet wound, and being told MANY times that it was something I was or wasn't doing that was causing this. She encouraged me over and over that this wasn't something I did or asked for. I no longer have to be put through any of that and my only wish was that I would have found Dr. Varon sooner. read more

Dr. Varon is hands down the best Doctor I've ever had in my 42 years. I suffered from debilitating endometriosis for my whole adult life & later in my 30s, adenomyosis. I've had multiple surgeries from different doctors and put on different medications, and all of the male doctor were little, to no help with my pain and Discomfort. I finally was fed up with the suffering & decided to some in depth research for a female doctor with good ratings, and I found Dr. Varon. She is compassionate, yet she will get to the point. I decided to get a hysterectomy in hopes to lessen my pain. I asked her to try and refrain from doing an open surgery, Unless it was absolutely necessary. She and her team operated on me for 6 hrs due to my severe condition and did not give up,because she knew how much I did not want to have to recover some such an invasive surgery. It's been over a year post surgery and I am completely pain free. I wish I would have met her sooner! She is the best and there is,really no need to look any further. read more

I recently had an abdominal myomectomy performed by Dr. Varon. Prior to seeing Dr. Varon for a consultation in March, I had seen a few other gynecologists regarding my situation. I had multiple, large uterine fibroids. The other doctors either could not help me or, if they said they could perform the procedure, they said the possibility of me being able to carry children would be small since they would have to make so many incisions on my uterus. In addition to having large and multiple fibroids, I had low hemoglobin caused by heavy menstrual cycles. I was told that I would loose a lot of blood during surgery and this put me at a high risk for a hysterectomy. I am so thankful that I was referred to UCSD for a second opinion regarding my condition. When I first met with Dr. Varon I was nervous that she would say that she couldn't help me and express the same concerns as the other doctors. As she greeted me and began talking I was waiting for the let down and bad news. However, this never happened. Dr. Varon listened to my wishes about keeping my uterus and wanting children; she documented everything and was very thorough; she did a physical examination on me; and sent in the surgery request on the same day. She was so efficient, calm, and confident she could help me, that I immediately knew she was the one I wanted to perform the procedure. My abdominal myomectomy was more complicated than expected since it was discovered I had over 40 fibroids that needed to be removed. However, despite this, Dr. Varon removed all of these fibroids without having to give me a blood transfusion! It has been a few weeks since surgery and I feel better than expected. Prior to surgery I had a concern about losing my uterus, Dr. Varon knew what to say to calm me down and alleviate my fears. She was very responsive on MyChart with my questions. Even on the morning of surgery, Dr. Varon was calm and compassionate, that she reassured me I would be fine. I'm optimistic about my future and thankful and blessed to have found Dr. Varon. It is always nice to meet people who have mastered their profession and are skilled in what they do. Also, Dr. Varon's team was wonderful too, everyone. Her office nurse was instrumental in getting me in for a consultation with her so quickly, considering how busy Dr. Varon is. All the best to Dr. Varon and her staff! read more

I am eternally grateful that I was saved by Dr. Varon. I had been suffering from a large fibroid for 4 years. Initially the fibroid was 3 cm when discovered in 2019, but had grown to 11 cm (grapefruit size) by 2022. I went to several doctors that began scaring me with all kinds of bad news about cancer, suggesting I would need an immediate hysterectomy and causing me to fall into a deep depression. Dr. Varon was very different than the other doctors, very positive and reassuring, which helped me to focus on positive outcomes. She offered me the one thing the other providers could not, and that was hope. She studied my case and very quickly determined that I wouldn't need a hysterectomy, and that a minimally invasive fibroid removal surgery would be all I needed to get rid of this tumor and restore my health. She was able to get me in for surgery very quickly, unlike the other providers, which would have caused me to suffer for many more months. Dr. Varon was able to perform the surgery very easily and with the best possible outcome, with no side effects. I immediately felt better following the surgery. After I awoke from the surgery, I felt like a new person, no longer suffering from endless exhaustion. Dr. Varon is truly an angel, one that saves peopleslives, and makes a huge difference for her patients! I feel so blessed to have you for my doctor! I am forever grateful for your kindness, professionalism, and compassionate care! Thank you again for the great care and the surgery you performed on me. read more

Dr Varon is an awesome doctor. She took her time to explain what she did during my surgery. She was very quick in giving me what my pathology results are. She's very understanding and pays attention to her patients and their needs. I am so grateful to have her as my doctor. read more

Dr. Varon and her team are EXCELLENT! Having recently been through breast cancer treatment and a bilateral mastectomy only a year ago, I was frustrated and depressed that my next treatment was going to need to be another surgery. Dr. Varon was empathetic and kind, and very thorough in informing me of my condition and treatment options. The laparoscopic hysterectomy by Dr. Varon was performed perfectly, and any post-surgery questions I had were handled quickly by her team at UCSD. Great care and attention to detail. I highly recommend her! read more