Ann Arbor:
Karen Walker MD, MPH in Ann Arbor, MI. 4936 W. Clark Rd., Suite 100 Ypsilanti, MI 48197. 734.434.6200. Consultation prior to surgery, outpatient tubal ligation. (I am over 30 and have been her patient for 5 years; YMMV.) Zero problems for any long term or permanent birth control from her.
Vanessa K. Dalton, MD.. U of M Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1500 E Medical Center Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Gave me a tubal ligation (I was 24) and didn't give me much hassle except to confirm my reasons because she doesn't want to be sued by someone changing their mind. The surgery and recovery went well and scarring is barely noticeable. Nov 2024. Doctor may no longer be seeing patients.
-1 Dr Dalton: She agreed to perform a tubal ligation via cauterization on me at 22. She was unwilling to do a bilateral salpingectomy because I might change my mind, but agreed that if I came back in a few years she'd do it, in addition to the tubal now.
Melina Dendrinos, University of Michigan. Bilateral salpingectomy 27, partnered, childfree, queer. Approved a bisalp at my second appointment. I originally came in for pelvic pain and she recommended a laparoscopy to check for endometriosis. Because the recovery period for that is only a week and my work doesn't do short term disability for anything under 2 weeks, I asked if we could do a bisalp at the same time. She was all for it! Asked the required questions to make sure I knew it was permanent, and within minutes approved it and told me to expect a call to schedule--they scheduled about 3 months out. No issues with BCBS insurance and U of M doesn't expect payment up front. At the surgery all the medical professionals were highly professional and I didn't get any comments on my choice. I was shocked at how easy the experience was.
Dr. Laura Phang. University of Michigan Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital. Agreed to perform a bilateral salpingectomy as a new patient (22f) after two telehealth consultations. Encouraged IUD/Implant but was kind and respectful of my choices. First consultation in june, surgery completed in september.
Dr. Charisse Marie Loder University of Michigan Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital. Gave me a bilateral salpingectomy (age 23) and didn't give me much hassle except to confirm my reasons, strongly believes in women's right to choose. Surgery went very well
+1 Dr Loder, I am 37f childfree and consultation was a breeze and a telehealth visit. I had many more questions than they had for me.
+1 Dr. Charisse Marie Loder performed a Salpingectomy on a 25 year old married childfree woman.
+1 Dr. Loder did my (25f, unmarried, no kids) bilateral salpingectomy after a Zoom consult. She asked why I wanted the procedure, and after I explained myself, she said, "cool" and scheduled it right then and there. She seems like a very good surgeon. I had no pain, not even gas pain. Six months later, I currently have a zit larger than my surgical scars. She and the surgical staff are angels in scrubs.
Dr. Jason Bell, Dr. Versha Pleasant. University of Michigan Family Planning. Consultation prior to surgery, outpatient bilateral salpingectomy (age 30). Dr. Bell confirmed that I understood it was a permanent solution and that IVF would be required if I should ever want to become pregnant, and had no objections to performing the surgery. Dr. Versha Pleasant said she believes strongly that women should know about all forms of birth control and are the ultimate arbiters of their bodies.
Dr Luke Burns and Dr Erin Swor, University of Michigan. I’m 27F, no kids & unmarried. I had a bilateral salpingectomy. Dr Burns was very kind, he told me it was my choice and not once did he bingo me in anyway. Because he was out getting knee surgery, I had my procedure done by Dr Erin Swor, who reiterated it was my choice and only informed me that if I chose to have children in the future I would need IVF. I had my procedure done almost one month to the day of my first appointment with Dr Burns. 10/10 would recommend
Dr. Erin Swor, MD. Bilateral salpingectomy. 22F, childfree with long term partner. Dr. Swor is incredible! I brought up sterilization at my first appointment with her and she did not once bingo me despite my age. She only made sure I was aware that a bisalp is a permanent procedure with no reversal available. From my experience, Dr. Swor seems to really value bodily autonomy and I highly recommend her to any young women wanting to be sterilized.
Dr. K. Zdrada, Da Vinci Laparoscopic Supra-cervical hysterectomy with bi-salp, single, F 29, childfree. I had massive fibroids/uterine bulk and was referred to Dr. Z by her partner (Dr. Megan Bogosh). The consultation wait was about a month and a 10 day wait from consultation to surgery day (per my request). Dr. Zdrada didn’t bingo me or try to talk me into a different surgery, she told me I was old enough to know what I wanted. 5/5 experience: kept my cervix per my request, no bingos from any of the staff, small incisions, great anesthesiologist team and post surgical-pain management.
Erika Mowers. Works at Trinity, the procedure was done at Michigan Medicine (UofM). I am 27, not married, no kids. Seen her for consultation about Bilateral Salpingectomy and got referred to the surgery right away, she has mentioned "regret for those getting it under 30 is bigger" but was not pushy about it at all, felt more like "because she has to". Did a pre-op check right at the first consultation and got a call from a scheduler soon. She did say that she can't perform a surgery at Trinity because they won't allow it, but she works part time at UoM and will schedule me there. The procedure was done 2 days ago! Everyone was wonderful and non judgmental
Katherine Rose Zurales in Ann Arbor, MI. We are both under 30 and without children, and were both unmarried at the time of our procedures for bilateral salpingectomy in Sept 2024. Zurales was friendly and informative, going over implications, consequences, and potential complications that come with permanent sterilization, but without discouraging the procedure. There was mention that people under 30 are more likely to regret sterilization, but immediately followed by expressing support of whatever choice I made. I was required to sign a consent form 30 days before they could start scheduling my appointment, and was scheduled about 3 months out. My procedure was covered by Medicaid.
Battle Creek:
Dr. Jeffrey C. Custer 181 W Emmett St, Battle Creek, MI 49037 (269) 965-8866 Asks for an initial consultation appointment, then at least a 30-day wait before surgery.
Dr. Collins, Grace Health. I’m 21 years old, single, no children. I just got my bilateral salphingectomy yesterday, yay. From the consult to surgery day was less than 40 days. Doctor was extremely nice and understanding. I would recommend anyone looking for sterilization to go to him.
Mahmood Siddiqui, MD Battle Creek, Michigan. Calhoun county. I was sent to him after my last dr had left the practice. He asked me my reasons for sterilization, made sure I knew 110% that it was permanent. Upon hearing that I have a spouse he was curious to know my s/o’s opinion (fine w it) and was a-ok with doing the surgery. Tho I worry if my s/o would have had a negative opinion it would have been denied) - overall a great experience.
Bloomfield Hills
Dr Ethan Goldstein, MD, 2520 S Telegraph Rd #100, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Phone Number: 248-335-9207. Surgery center is DMC Huron Valley Sinai Hospital, Commerce Township Michigan, Robotic Hysterectomy April 2024. Single AFAB (assigned female at birth), non-binary, 30 years old, & never been married. Dr. Goldstein is nothing like your typical misogynistic doctor, if you want to be sterilized. He will ask "you aren't planning on using your uterus?" Once you say no. He will schedule you for surgery but before surgery to do a transvaginal ultrasound to make sure no torsions.
Canton:
Yuvelle Eaton-McFarland, MD, 49650 Cherry Hill Rd # 220, Canton, MI 48187, Phone:(734) 398-7888. Dr. McFarland is one of two doctors in this office that can do the surgery. The other doctor is a male. I had to write a letter explaining why I wanted the surgery over other birth control methods.
Edward Merkel, MD. Approved for tubal ligation at age 22 as a childfree individual. This doctor is trans friendly and gender affirming. We are currently waiting on confirmation that the doctor has completed sterilisation.
Kotha, Vijay M.D., Vasectomy, 30 yr old, Separated, childfree. No Bingo's. very straight forward. only telling me the things he needed to. The office askes for a 250$ deposit. If the procedure is covered fully from insurance you can get it back.
Chesterfield
Dr. Stephen Olson, didn’t care about my marital status, he just wanted me to understand it was permanent and make sure that’s what I wanted. He performed a bilateral salpingectomy and uterine ablation on me. Pt was approved at 23 but couldn't have the surgery until 26 due to Covid.
Clare
Jeanette Butler at mid Michigan HealthPark in Midland and Clare Michigan MidMichigan Medical Offices, 602 Beech St Suite 1100, Clare, MI 48617 Referred me to get a sterilization no questions asked. Said that anybody who does not want a child should not have one. 9898379400
Clarkston
Dr. Sara Simons, MD, FACOG Clinton Womens Health Care, 6483 Citation Drive A, Village of Clarkston, Michigan 48346, 248 922-0856. July 2024. Bisalp on 36-year-old CF redditor.
Detroit
Dr. Chris Kliethermes, MD Wayne Health, Detroit Mack Health Center, 400 Mack Ave, Suite 2 East Detroit, MI 48201, 313-448-9650. Also in Southfield. Plus-size friendly. LGBTQ+ friendly. Hysterectomy on 21-year-old redditor. I had a hysterectomy because I never want kids and decided having a period was pointless. I was also extremely concerned about reproductive rights going downhill in the US lately, so I wanted a permanent solution. He approved my hysterectomy after one appointment, we immediately scheduled a biopsy so he could prove abnormal bleeding in order to get my insurance to cover everything. The entire process only took 3 months. I never would have gone to a male doctor but my friend is in med school and did OBGYN rotations with him, she noted he was very genuine with patients, listened to women, and educated male med students about how women’s pain is frequently dismissed and how women are discriminated against in medicine. I trust him 1000%.
Dr. Elizabeth Cousineau Eastsude Gynecology, 16815 Jefferson Ave, Suite 230, Grosse Pointe MI 48230 586-415-6200. Feb 2023. LBGTQ+ friendly. Takes Medicaid. Total hysterectomy on 20-year-old redditor. No bingoes.
Dr. Ida Lippincott MD, OBGYN Generations OBGYN, 35046 Woodward Ave #100, Birmingham, MI 48009, 248-647-9860. Sterilized 36 year old CF, who had been her patient for about 2 years. “During our first appointment, she saw I listed PCOS in my history and asked if I wanted kids. I said no, she said "great, that makes my job easier!" Never questioned me, accepted this immediately. I broached sterilization later, but had an IUD I was willing to take to the end of its life when I first went to her. The day I called to ask about it, her office scheduled the appointment without hesitation.… the impression I got was that she was working hard to provide care because she does support bodily autonomy.” Doctor is sex-positive, and did not care that the patient’s partner had a vasectomy.
Rebecca Ann Jameson, this gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I am a CF doc who performs sterilizations for CF AFAB and would really like to be included on your list. As a recent example, had a 25 year old for which I did bilateral salpingectomy. Have done for a wide range of ages and am not interested in partner status. I was recently added to the childfree sterilization Facebook page and am hoping to get the word out that there are options in Detroit. My offices are in Detroit and Southfield, Michigan. I am the Ryan Program Director for the residency which means that I am in charge of teaching our resident physicians about abortion, sterilization, and contraception."
+1 Dr. Jameson. Bisalp on 21-year-old redditor. I asked my doctor at my first appointment if there would be any issues since im unmarried, and she said that since I am an adult I can freely make my own medical decisions. At the hospital, not once was I judged, treated condescendingly, or asked if I was "sure" i wanted this procedure, and everything went smoothly.
+1 Dr. Jameson at Wayne Health, 400 Mack Ave Suite 2, Detroit, Michigan 48201. Office’s phone number is 313-448-9650, Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy. I’m a 25 year old woman, unmarried, and childfree. Dr Jameson was amazing and I cannot recommend her enough. At my first appointment with her she listened thoroughly to all my concerns (establishing my history). I mentioned to her I wanted a more permanent birth control she immediately understood that I meant a sterilization, and just said “Yep! We can do that for you!”. No questions asked, no telling me I’ll change my mind later, positive and sure of my choice. She went over her schedule with me and we scheduled surgery for a couple weeks out at that same first appointment. I’m currently just under a week post op and I feel great, absolutely no pain.
+1 Rebecca Ann Jameson, MD, 26400 West 12 Mile Rd, Suite 145, Southfield MI 48034 -248-359-8034, bilateral salpingectomy. 19F, in a relationship but not married yet. No kids and staying that way! I expected a lot of issues with my age and getting the procedure done, but Dr. Jameson was very understanding and supportive of my decision. No questioning or trying to change my mind, just straightforward information about the procedure and making sure that I understood what I was agreeing to. From consultation to surgery she was so helpful and everything went smoothly! My insurance (BCBS) covered everything except the initial consultation so I got very lucky with that. The first couple days afterward I was a bit sore and stiff but I’m now one week post-op and feeling great! :)
+1 Dr Rebecca Ann Jameson in Detroit at the DMC Hutzel Harper University hospital, 23F November 2024, bilateral salpingectomy. Everyone was very nice and helped me feel better as an anxious person with GAD, surgery went great I got pics immediately after as requested, they took great care of me and I have minimal pain. I had a bilateral salpingectomy and got my nexplanon removed. A phenomenal team, couldn't recommend her Enough for anyone in Michigan!
East Lansing
Dr Nicole McGraw. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "board certified and personally childfree OB/Gyn here! Working in East Lansing MI and St John’s MI. I’m so happy to help however I can. Come see me."
Dr. Kevin London. Bilateral salpingectomy. I am 26/female/single never married/in good overall health. He explained all the risks and benefits of a bisalp, then he asked me for my thoughts as to why I wanted it performed. I told him I knew from a very young age that I didn't want kids and that was all I had to say. He literally said "You don't have to beg, I support you!". He did say that if I had been 18 or 19 and asking for sterilization, he would've had a more difficult time approving the surgery, but he said he's done this on patients as young as 22. The procedure went smoothly. It was performed at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. The nurses and doctors were incredible. Dr. London met with me before I was wheeled into the OR to answer any last-minute questions I had. All it took was three tiny incisions and he closed the wounds with Dermabond, which is basically just surgical glue so I don’t have to deal with any stitches. The office called me the day after to see how I was doing and then I have a post-op appointment in a couple of weeks. It was only a month between my consultation and my surgery! I highly recommend Dr. London, he’s so compassionate and you can tell he truly cares for his patients.
Dr. Renee Stevens at Alliance OB-GYN. She performed my total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingectomy and cystoscopy in 2022, and I can't say enough good things about her. She's a wonderful doctor with amazing bedside manner, and although I prepared a long list of reasons, she didn't expect me to justify my rationale for wanting to be childfree and not wanting to deal with painful and debilitating period symptoms. She's an amazing advocate for her patients and empowering them to choose what's best for themselves, while educating them about risks associated with surgery, appropriate postoperative career, etc. We discussed whether just a bisalp or a hysterectomy would be best for me, and she helped me reach the decision that was best for myself.
+1 Dr. Renee Stevens at Alliance Obstetrics and Gynecology. I’m 25 and she approved my tubes getting removed, she remained informative of any risks or regrets but was very respectful and quick about it. She did an incredible job and removed them laparoscopically, it took me a week to heal and be back to working full time! She is great and the office is also trans and nonbinary friendly, they are a great place to go. Private practice, so insurance may be dicey but I know they accept medicaid!
Dr. Jessica Frost with Alliance Obgyn. I’m a 29F, married, with no kids. At our initial consult, she listened to me without pushing back or questioning my decision (or asking if my husband approved). She answered all of my (and my husband’s) questions at the initial consult, pre-op, and bedside before the operation. She was thoughtful, warm, kind, and seemed genuinely happy to be performing the surgery for me. I cannot rave about her enough!
Dr Stephanie Flemings in East Lansing, Michigan from Alliance Obgyn who agreed to put me through a salpingectomy no questions asked! I’m a 22 y/o female with no children.
Farmington Hills:
(Michigan Women's Health) 28555 ORCHARD LAKE ROAD, SUITE 120, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334. Phone: 248-489-1070.
Dr. Sakina Hakim - Dr. Hakim made things as easy as possible. I met with her one time and the only concerns she had was how long I knew I wanted to be childfree. When she learned it was since my teens, she immediately agreed to do a procedure and it was my choice between having the tubes taken out, tied or Essure. I was 30 years old and divorced at the time.
-1 Dr Hakim: 19yo had an "unpleasant and dismissive experience with her", where Dr Hakim made OP cry and refused to perform a tubal ligation. Dr Hakim "also told me birth control is what my focus should be, even after I told her my geneticist strongly recommends against it."
+1 Dr. Hakim was willing to preform a bilateral salpingectomy on me at 19 after having me write a paper on why i wanted the procedure and meeting with Dr. Eisenberg as well. Surgery was scheduled for a month later.
Dr. Andrea Eisenberg at Michigan Women's Health is also cf-friendly. She didn't bingo me, only asked reasonable questions. I went to my appt very prepared. She was a bit hesitant, but I was 23 and single at the time, and it was my first time seeing her. I had a very quick, easy, smooth recovery from surgery and everything billed correctly with insurance. Performs bilateral salpingectomy (preferred), tubal ligation (by cauterization), and Essure. Also did my friend's Essure procedure no questions asked at 34 (CF & married).
+1 Dr Eisenberg, Performed a laparoscopic bisalp (I'm 27, no children, not married). No bingos, super easy appointment. She said a lot of people are requesting sterilization since Roe v. Wade was overturned, and it was clear I'd done my research, so she trusted me. My surgery was about 1 month after my consultation. Everyone at DMC Berry Surgery Center was sweet and supportive, and I'm recovering great. Slight sore throat, no complications with anesthesia/UTIs/incisions. Still waiting on billing/insurance, but she seemed experienced and confident about billing codes. Bonus: During surgery, she kept an eye out for endometriosis/other issues.
Dr. Hamid Banooni (Michigan Women's Health) did an acquaintence's tubal ligation when she was 24 or 25 (also CF, but she had been his patient for a couple years before and consistently asked for the tubal).
Flint
Dr. Mona Hardas OBGYN, 3353 Fleckentstein Drive, Flint, Michigan 48507 810-720-1790. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise they would be willing to provide sterilisation procedures for patients who desire it, provided they are 18+
Dr. Keith Heslinger, MD, with Flint OBGYN, located in Flint, MI. He agreed no questions asked other than that I realized it was permanent. He did say that he would be hesitant to do the salpingectomy on anyone under 28 due to regret levels but I'm 37 and got zero pushback on getting the procedure. He was very understanding especially with what is going on right now with Roe v. Wade. 10/10 wuld recommend.
Garden City
Dr. Hanan Bazzi - I'm 34, married, and childless, bilateral salpingectomy Dec 2024, only 8 days from consult to surgery. She never asked about my husband's thoughts. I'm unsure how she would react to someone in their twenties, but she seemed very supportive, thorough, and intelligent. The whole process took 8 days from meeting to surgery. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Gaylord
Dr. David Miner. All I did was ask for a tubal, and that was it. I'm 27, and he didn't ask any questions as to why, or try to talk me out of it. He just gave me the information I needed to make informed consent, had me sign the medicaid paperwork, and told me after the medicaid waiting period that I will be good to go for surgery. Hope this is able to help someone out.
Grand Blanc:
Thomas C. Wright, DO, Women's Integrated Healthcare. Address: 1595 Genesys Pkwy, Grand Blanc, MI 48439. (810) 606-9190. Performs Essure procedure. I got mine at 27 with no children, made a consultation appointment, then the procedure appt. Dr. Wright did make sure several times that I knew the procedure was permanent. Had to sign something to that regard. Great doctor, has always listened to my concerns, is knowledgeable in the latest research, and explains things clearly without talking down to me. Was not rude or dismissive of my desire at any time. Did not try to talk me into a non-permanent option, but did make sure I was aware of them. Accepts Healthy Michigan plan (a form of Medicaid)
-1 Dr Wright, will not sterilise a 22 year old. Better suited for over 25's.
Dr. Michael Engel, DO - OB/Gyn and surgeon - Take my experience with a grain of salt because I'm 42. I don't know about success of younger women looking for sterilization. Offered me a bisalp at 38 when removing my IUD from complications, but I'd not thougth about it yet. After a few years of pill complications, I went back. He gave me no pushback, was impressed I knew the difference between a bisalp and a tubal (the paper work said tubal but he did a bisalp and that's what my insrance approval was, too). I signed paperwork that day, then again ~6 weeks later at preop appt. Had surgery this morning and everything is going great so far. He asked me how many kids I had but didn't blink an eye at none - none of the staff at the hospital even asked, which was great.
Dr. Stacey McEwen: she has two offices under Women's Integrated Health in Davison and Grand Blanc. 1 Genesys Pkwy #1595, Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (810) 606-9190 and 1260 N Irish Rd suite c, Davison, MI 48423 (810) 653-0388. Her policy is 30+ for sterilization and she did ask me the generic are you sure? Have you tried these birth control methods? Etc but it felt like a liability coverage thing because she accepted my answers of no, I won't change my mind and I don't think that would work for my lifestyle the first time I gave them. She also is very willing to work with people who have another doctor sign off if they are under 30. Like as soon as the liability questions and signatures are over she helped me get appointments and schedule the surgery asap. I've been going to her for about 2 years and she's never been judgmental or made me feel like I'm not being listened to about my individual health. She also accepts Medicare and medicaid!
Dr. Martin Lapa from Grand Blanc Michigan. He is also located in Davison, MI. and accepts Medicaid! Also very understanding with sexual trauma. Very good man! Highly recommended. Bilateral salpingectomy 22F.
-1 Dr Martin Lapa. I was 35 and saw him and he refused to give me a hysterectomy instead stating i was overweight and not recommended, then he recommended IUD. Come to find out I had uterine cancer and cancer doctor stated being overweight is not an issue with a hysterectomy it was more "the doctors skill" that was in question. Hysterectomy 3 weeks after seeing Dr. Lapa from my cancer doctor.
Dr. Jennifer Deanna at Womens Specialty Associates, Grand Blanc, Michigan. I am female, freshly 21 years old, and am not married and childfree. My partner doesn’t have children either. Doctor Deanna approved me for the procedure immediately and let me know that she will always understand and respect women’s healthcare choices. She never bingo’ed me or warned me about changing my mind. The nurses at her hospital were very sweet as well. Bisalp was performed May 2023.
Dr. Alisa Wolner, DO - Grand Blanc, MI. She took all of my medical issues seriously and didn't even question me on sterilization. When bringing it up she said that she would only do a Bi-Salp as that is the only effective way. The only reasons my surgery was not scheduled day of is because they are also looking for fibroids or cysts and if I have those would like to remove them at the same time instead of going in twice which truthfully I appreciated as I don't need to go under twice or pay twice. She was refreshing and understanding of past health issues I have had. She will go over all options as most doctors do but she started the statement with "I have to go over all options with you even though you know what you want." I would recommend her. I am 28F, in a relationship but not married.
Grand Rapids:
Dr. Robyn Hubbard, MD Grand Rapids Womens Health Center, Grand Rapids Women's Health, 555 Midtowne St, NE, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, 616-588-1200. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 25-year-old redditor. Incredibly nice and didn’t hesitate to approve my surgery despite my age!
Dr. John P. LaGrand Advanced OBGYN in Grand Rapids, Michigan performed a hysterectomy for me in May 2023. At the time of the procedure, I was 28, married, no kids. Everything from my first consultation with him all the way through my post-op appointments was the easiest thing ever. He was very respectful, reassuring, absolutely no bingoes, and I felt in control of my health every step of the way.
+1 John P. LaGrand located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Procedure completed: Tubal ligation (Fallopian tubes removed.) Age of myself: 24 Marital status: Single, but in a relationship. I don't think this effected his willingness to perform the procedure. I have no children and am now sterile. I was nervous at first since he's a man but I can't recommend him enough. At our consult, he reviewed the notes from my referral and basically said "k cool let's get you scheduled." He made me feel very in control and validated. No bingo's, no "but what if.." He also has a plushy uterus he uses to explain the procedure which I love. I waited about a month between consult to surgery but could have gotten it a bit sooner had I wanted to. My copay was a little under $800 with United insurance, gold plan. 10/10.
+1 Dr. LaGrand. Dec. 2023. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. It went excellent! Can't recommend him enough for those in West Michigan.
Dr. John Lobo - Urology Surgeons. Vasectomy performed on me, age 23, unmarried but in long term relationship, child free/no previous children. Pretty sure the entire clinic would perform one, as they let me schedule my consultation and surgery at the same time via phone. At consultation, he gave the typical “you’re young and might change your mind” speech, but assured me he just wanted to play Devils Advocate and that he wouldn’t stop me and just wanted me to really think hard about it before the procedure.
Dr. Maatman at Michigan Urological Clinic in Grand Rapids, MI. Vasectomy, 20yo. I had an incredibly positive experience and Dr. Maatman was very respectful and affirming of my childfree choice.He talked me through the procedure and did not try to dissuade me at all and was as previously mentioned quite affirming of my choice.
Grand Rapids OB/GYN: The bulk of my experience was with Nisha McKenzie, PA-C and I had my followup with Dr. Dalm. Nisha was incredible, and her team of nurses made my Essure procedure at 33 years old close to perfection.
David P. Menapace, MD. Spectrum Health Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. 616-267-7069. At the Beltline Ave location. Got essure. Hesitant for a 25 year old but was more concerned that I was educated on options and procedure itself, he was friendly and not judgmental
-1 Dr. Menapace would not consider doing a tubal on me as a 20 year old (and said he wouldn't do it if I were 21 either), despite saying I sounded educated on my options. He wasn't up for much discussion on it and was dismissive. I'll also add that he seemed more interested in doing the Essure procedure rather than a surgical option.
Dr. Stephanie Flermoen, M.D. Located in: Spectrum Health Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology, 3800 Lake Michigan Dr NW suite a, Grand Rapids, MI 49534. Phone: (616) 267-8225. Performed a tubal ligation on a 28 year old with no children.
+1 Stephanie Flermoen, Total Hysterectomy cis afab, 25, single, virgin. free surgery with medicaid. talked about other options and suggested a bisalp would be better, but still agreed to do procedure. 4 months from first appt to surgery. had to do a few tests in order for my insurance to cover it (transvaginal ultrasound, pap smear, endometrial biopsy). Dec 2024.
Dr. Jeffrey Dood, MD. Spectrum Health Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology, 4249 Parkway Place Dr SW Ste C, Grandville, MI, 49418. (616) 774-7035. For those who aren't uncomfortable with a male gynecologist, he's been great. He appreciated the research I did when I requested an IUD and was great for that procedure. When I (35, married, no kids) inquired about a tubal ligation and other sterilization options, we discussed the pros and cons of each. He reminded me that it was a permanent procedure (but commented that he figured I was already aware, per my research) and gave me no pushback regarding moving forward to scheduling it. Great experience with him!
Dr. Suzanne West, OBGYN, FACOG Spectrum Health Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology 3800 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Suite A, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, 616.267.8225. Plus size friendly - I am a transgender man and Dr. West was great to work with. She performed a total hysterectomy for me and was very knowledgeable about the LGBTQ community because she is part of it herself. When I expressed frustration at how hard it is to get a hysterectomy, she voiced that she believes people should be in control of their own reproductive capabilities and that she will go out of her way to seek coverage under insurance for patients.
+1 Dr West. Total hysterectomy on 22-year-old with concurrent medical issues.
+1 Dr. West. 2022. Bisalp on 36 year old redditor, 250 lbs. Easy breezy, virtually no questions asked.
Dr. Susan VandenBosch Women's Health Center, 4055 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, (616) 252-4410. I just met with her on 2/2 for the first time and scheduled my pre-surgical workup for early March and a bilateral salpingectomy and endometrial ablation with her for March 25, 2022. I'm 32 and unmarried with zero kids/pregnancies. I've been with my partner for 8 years and he also doesn't want children. I've been asking to be sterilized since I was 18. Easiest medical conversation, no bingos at all, reasonable wait time - less than 8 weeks between first appointment and surgery appointment. She waited for me to bring the topic up, but was enthusiastic about discussing options with me. Only briefly asked about partner support - no pushback or reservations on her end. She mentioned that because I'm younger, an ablation might not be effective for my heavy/painful periods. However, she told me that if the ablation doesn't work, she is happy to perform a hysterectomy on me because we tried the bisalp/ablation first.
+1 Dr. VandenBosch. Sept 2024. Bisalp on 21-year-old redditor. I'm 21 and was able to get a bilateral salpingectomy one month after my 21st birthday. She's wonderful, cannot recommend her enough.
Nisha McKenzie (PA-C) and Dr. Tami Michele (DO) Women's Health Collective in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bilateral Salpingectomy in October 2021 for a married, 30 year old, childfree female. Best medical experience of my life! WHC is very open-minded and willing to hear women out on their needs. Waited about 3 weeks for initial consult with Nisha. Then completed a formal consultation (as required by law) with Dr. Michele, surgery was scheduled for less than 30 days after Dr's consult.
Michigan Urological Clinic - I'm pretty sure all doctors here are willing to do a vasectomy on someone whose child free. They're located in Grand Rapids, MI. My partner (21M) recently scheduled an appointment for July, little to no questions asked! This place was recommended by our friends (23(?)M & 20/21F) who had a great experience. Even though our friends aren't married/engaged she was able to make the call on his behalf and set up the appointment.
Dr Meredith Carbone-Doyle at the Spectrum Health Medical Group OB/GYN in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I got a bilateral salpingectomy at age 30 from her! At my first appointment she was polite and professional. She didn’t bingo me once, and asked if I wanted kids once. She took my answers and didn’t question them. Dr Carbone-Doyle also told me that she would be thrilled to have her named added to this list! She gave me great info on all of the sterilization techniques and helped me choose which one was best for me. From the appointment my surgery was scheduled for two months out! The day of the surgery at their surgical center I received nothing but amazing care. No bingos or rude staff.
Dr Emily Malling Spectrum Health Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology 3800 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Suite A, Grand Rapids, MI 49534 performed a Bisalp on me (33F) with no children on 3/9/23. She was amazing and just asked if I was sure I didn’t want any children and then said we could go ahead and schedule the surgery. 10/10 recommend her, she was great and surgery was an easy recovery.
Dr. Adam Blickley who works out of the Grand Rapids Women’s Health. Bilateral salpingectomy and endometrial ablation. The surgical center was the Grand Valley Surgical Center. The procedure went great. The whole staff was so great and couldn’t have asked for a better surgical and admin staff. It took about 3 weeks from initial meeting in office to procedure. I was in and out in about 4 hours.
Dr. Alice Serou, Bilateral Salpingectomy, 30yo. In Corewell Health network.
Greenville
Dr. Andrea Sterling through Spectrum Health, had my first appointment with her and she approved me for a bilateral salpingectomy right away (I am 28 years old). She told me one of her biggest beliefs is patient autonomy, and that if I was 100% sure, then she was 100% sure. Got the procedure 12 days after first appointment.
Haslett
Dr Jacqueline Witters. Also works out of Charlotte. I am a 30 year old bisexual partnered(M) woman and I just got my tubal ligation done yesterday! I do not have children and have never been pregnant. I have been seeing my doctor for about 4 years now. I originally asked her about 6 months ago about tubal ligation. She explained the procedure to me, told me it’s her favorite to do, and told me to give them a call when I’m ready. I scheduled an appointment in July to discuss and get scheduled. She talked to me about the procedure went over consent and over the fact that it was permanent but did not press further. She told me she mostly had to go over all of it for consent purposes. She never tried to sway me either way. When I got a call back to schedule they were able to get me in within like 2 weeks, but I pushed it to the end of August. I can not recommend her more!
Henry Ford
Audrey Carrasco Henry Ford - Michigan Bilateral Salpingectomy 25 year old female I've now been sterilized for just shy of 2 years, and my OB has also gone on to give two of my friends a hysterectomy. She is the most caring, attentive doctor I have ever had, and I cannot recommend her enough to anyone seeking sterilization. NB OP asked at 22 but was made to wait until 25.
Holland:
Michael Traver, MD, FACS and John Ludlow, MD. Western Michigan Urological Associates, 577 Michigan Avenue, Suite 201, Holland, MI 49423. Vasectomy. Gave me absolutely no trouble, the subject of maybe changing my mind, kids, or even other options never came up. I was 24.
Dr. Thomas Fasbender, DO. Spectrum Health Medical Group, 588 E Lakewood Blvd, Holland, MI 49424. I first brought up a bilateral salpingectomy to him in my mid-twenties after hating the pill and Depo shots, but we agreed on the Mirena IUD instead because of his concerns about risking surgical complications, infection, etc. when there were still non-surgical options to try. Meanwhile, I discovered that I have the BRIP1 gene, which makes me much more prone to ovarian cancer, so when my first Mirena's time was up and another one couldn't be placed (long story, my cervix is an asshole), I brought up bilateral salpingectomy again, citing regret studies as well as studies showing that tube removal mitigates ovarian cancer risk by a significant amount without bringing on menopause. After hearing me out and discussing the pros and cons, he approved the surgery, and two weeks later I was on the table getting my tubes out.
Howell:
Dr. William K. Johnston III. I am 28 years old and have no children. I am not married, however I have been with my partner for 4 years. I requested a consultation for a vasectomy from the Michigan Institute of Urology website. Before seeing Dr. Johnston, a nurse went over the procedure and consent form with me. Dr. Johnston asked some brief questions about if I already had children. I told him that I did not have any children and that myself and my partner did not wish to have any children. He seemed satisfied with my answer and did not press further. He did tell me he is reluctant to perform a vasectomy if someone seeks one because their partner told them too. The example he gave me was a late teen/early 20's male coming to him because his late 20's/early 30's girlfriend told him to get a vasectomy. I have the impression that as long as you express your desire to have a vasectomy is your own, you will not have much trouble convincing him. The day of the vasectomy he asked one more time to confirm I was sure I wanted the vasectomy. I said yes and he began the procedure. The procedure took no more than 15 minutes. The procedure was painless and he was diligent at making sure I did not feel anything.
Dr. Laris E. Galejs Specializes in scalpel-free vasectomy - Michigan Institute of Urology (Howell, Bright, Novi, Livonia; surgery out of Howell) 620 Byron, Suite 1201, Howell, Michigan 48843-1002 Tel: (517) 545-6548. Ask for consultation, asked only legalese-styled "you understand this is permanent" sort of questions (I am married, 27). Spent more time talking about soccer and Batman fighting Superman in surgery than we did at the consultation. Extremely friendly, polite, noninvasive.
Kalamazoo:
Dr. Sian West-Porter, DO Bronson Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Specialists - Kalamazoo, 601 John St., Suite N-1200A, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, 269-341-7979. LGBTQ+ friendly. I currently work in Kalamazoo, MI. I perform salpingectomies for sterilization. You do not need to be married, in a relationship, or have children in order to get sterilized. I’m also happy to provide gender affirming surgeries, but I’m not trained in reconstruction. Our office takes almost every insurance.
+1 Dr. West-Porter. Nov. 2024. Hysterectomy on 21-year-old redditor. Dr. West was so kind and immediately open to the idea of me being sterilized. We discussed risks and she answered my questions, she gave me the consent forms for both procedures we discussed (bisalp and hysterectomy) the same day I met her. She is transgender and trauma friendly, I have never felt such compassion from a medical professional regarding my struggles before. She discussed options with me that took both my physical and mental health history into account, and never pushed me toward a specific surgery or non-surgical option.
Dr. Zylkia Rodriguez at Bronson Health in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Laparascopic tubal ligation with filshie clips. Dr. Rodriguez performed my tubal ligation. She had no problem with the fact I was 26 years old, child free, and unmarried. Due to Medicaid restrictions in Michigan, I did have to sign a document stating I understand the procedure is permanent 30 days before receiving the surgery, but 30 days isn't terribly far in advance to schedule a non-emergency surgery anyways. Dr. Rodriguez mentioned that she is happy to perform sterilizations for child free people because her close friend from college never wanted kids and was denied the procedure repeatedly.
Dr Scholten, Bronson's Women Services. She asked me to write a letter but was very open to me getting sterilized. There were other methods I hadn't tried, but she trusted me to know what I needed. I'm 23, and not a single bingo. I had my consult and 10 days later I had my surgery. She held my hand as I was going under anestesia. I'd highly suggest her to anyone in the area, even just for their regular gyno.
Dr. Amanda Walker Age 25. Single. No children. After abnormal ultrasound and hysteroscopy, I asked Dr. Walker to pursue a hysterectomy as a form of permanent treatment. She helped me navigate the insurance loopholes required to get surgery approval. Dr. Walker confirmed that i was making an informed decision without any bingo-ing or trying to convince me otherwise.
Dr. Kurt Helgerson, operates out of Kalamazoo, MI. He performs no-scalpel vasectomies for folks assigned male at birth. My experience with Dr. Helgerson (vasectomy Dec 2024 for childfree 35M) was excellent from the start. I called the number listed and was immediately in contact with his office. They had an opening two weeks from when I called. There was no conversation about plans to have children or why my wife and I have decided not to have children. They simply asked when I would be available and directed me to review the website for pre-operation preparation. When I arrived at the office, they presented me with a paper confirmatory document that I had to initial indicating that vasectomy is a sterilization procedure and I will not be able to have children following the procedure. I initialed the statement and that was it.
Lake Orion:
Dr. Erin Bouhana [Women's Excellence] Address: 1437, 1428 S Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion, MI 48360 Phone: (248) 693-0543 Hassle free. Bilateral salpingectomy for 25F (one and done). Super friendly and professional, Answers any of your questions or concerns. Surgery done in Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. She's also available in Rochester Hills Women's Excellence office for appointments.
Lansing:
Dr. Foucher in Lansing, MI. I am a single mid20s lesbian with no kids. I saw Dr. Foucher to ask about birth control or sterilization (strictly to prevent pregnancy on the chance of SA, and I mentioned that stopping periods and not majorly impacting hormones was ideal.) She was extremely respectful of my choice not to have kids when I asked her about sterilization or birth control options. She listed to my needs and never once questioned my decision. She listed possible regret/the permanency of sterilization when listing any other side effects or complications, and without judgement, not like she tried to “talk me out of it.” She stated that she trusted anyone coming in and asking for sterilization had thought about it and knew themselves best. She was very through and patient in describing options. Please note if you have Medicaid in MI you must wait 30 days after giving consent to actually be sterilized. Dr. Foucher thought this was as ridiculous as I did but apparently it’s a legal thing. I ended up going with a mirena IUD the same day but signed the consent for sterilization should I decide that’s right over a month. She was excellent in placing it, and told me what she was doing every step.
Sparrow Hospital. Hassle Free and friendly staff for tubal ligation. Dr. Lewis performed the surgery. He was awesome.
Dr. Clara Regal. Dr. Regal is my primary OBGYN and preformed my bilateral salpingectomy on 8/4/2021 at sparrow hospital. I was very up front with her receptionist while scheduling the consult appointment. Our consultation was short and informative, I signed some paperwork stating I knew the procedure was permanent and irreversible. Surgery scheduling called within the week to get me on the OR schedule.
Dr. Lena Weinman-Greenberg.: Contact info on website. Hassle free and everyone is friendly. Able to address questions and concerns. Okayed surgery during initial consultation and did not seem to have any pre-reqs. Was able to get a bilateral salpingectomy for childless 27F within about 2 months (and that time span was only due to scheduling for other tests and the surgical rotation). Surgery done at Sparrow Hospital.
Dr. Eric Stockall - Capital Urological Associates: (Main Office 2090 Jolly Road Okemos, MI 48864) (Vasectomy) Called and scheduled an appointment to do consultation and procedure in same day. No questions asked, staff was very friendly
Livonia:
[West Side OB/GYN] Address: 36650 5 Mile Rd #101, Livonia, MI 48154 Phone:(734) 655-8250. Dr. Dimon did consultation to go over options, then approved for 27 years old. Cannot do bilateral for sterilization because the office is part of the Catholic hospital (St. Mary Mercy).
Mt Pleasant
Erin DeCloux, MD. She is located at MyMichigan Medical Center, 4851 E Pickard Rd Suite 2100, Mt Pleasant, Michigan 48858. The phone number is (989) 772-3009. She completed a bilateral salpingectomy. Dr. DeCloux was amazing. I am 27 years old with no children. I told her I wanted the operation in early April. The operation was completed by the end of April. She gently reminded me about other birth control options, but as soon as I said no, she dropped the subject. (This felt like she legally had to say this as a reminder, not that she felt that way.) When I asked her if I could post her information on Reddit, she was very happy to help spread the news. She was friendly, informative, and helpful the entire time.
Dr. Rachel Rezmer,MD 600 East Preston St. (Foust Hall 200), Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 989-774-6599. Also in Saginaw. Dr. has reached out to us to advise:"I would love to be added to the list of physicians who are willing to perform sterilizations to child free individuals! I am an OBGYN practicing in Saginaw, MI at CMU Health at 1000 Houghton Ave Saginaw, MI 48602. I also have an office in Cass City, MI. I think all women should have autonomy over their bodies and think with the right counseling to make sure risks are understood, they should be allowed to make the choice that best suits them!"
Macomb
Dr. Stephen F Redding Tubal Ligation 29F Doctor did mention that he prefers to do these for people 30 years and older, but I am not 30 yet and he did it for me without me having to argue. Went over regret statistics but says he 'just technically has to say it.' Within about 30 seconds of him walking into the room he said he would do the procedure for me; we talked about 10 more minutes just going over everything and this included what I could expect on surgery day. Had a great experience on day of surgery, he went over everything again and made sure I didn't have any remaining questions before we went to OR. The nurses at the hospital are great too
Nicole Dolan Bilateral Salpingectomy Possible age restrictions - OK for 30+, but will want to discuss
Doctor Rhonda Kobold, Bilateral saplingectomy with IUD removal and endometrial ablation, 31, female, single, childfree. I can't speak highly enough of Dr K! I have never felt so heard by a medical professional. She even apologized to me that I had had to fight so hard with other doctors to be taken seriously. The only issue I had was that my insurance only covered one of the two surgical facilities she works out of and it was of course the Catholic hospital that took my original plan, but once I got my insurance plan changed to one the other facility took it was clear skies, no costs.
Marshall:
Dr Kathryn Young, MD: Performs tubal ligation with filshie clips. Went to office for consultation, met with assistant. Had to convince her to allow me to convince the doctor that I really truly wanted the surgery at 27 years old. Appointment with Dr Young was short, paid full price for both the appointments. They managed to get me in for surgery just a couple weeks later. Surgery done by Dr Young at Oaklawn Hospital. Staff there is amazing. Overall, good experience. She is the chief of surgery for a reason.
Mason
Alliance Obstetrics and Gynecology in Mason, Michigan. They also have a branch in East Lansing, Michigan. I brought up wanting the procedure a few months ago and they just asked me some routine questions, made sure I knew it was permanent, and set up the surgery for me, they even mentioned that they have preformed the surgery on women in their early 20s with no kids. My surgery was preformed by Dr. Behring and went great. Everyone was very professional, accepting, and supportive of my choices.
Midland:
Dr John A Lieberman, DO OBGYN, Center for Women's Health, 4320 Campus Ridge Drive, Midland, MI 48640, 989-839-3170. Body-positive doctor performed hysterectomy plus removal of tubes on 24-year-old woman with health issues relating to periods. Doctor was completely supportive of patient’s choice, although other physicians had refused, pushing IUDs, despite debilitating cramps and continuous bleeding, blaming patient's weight for their unwillingness to do surgery. Patient said: “For once in my life, I heard a doctor say that I was old enough to make the choice to not have children…The people at this office work for you and are your cheerleaders from start to finish.” Doctor’s office also worked hard to get insurer approval.
MPC offers vasectomy services but it is not clear if the current practicing physicians are CF friendly.
Elvira O'Brien Campus Ridge Building 4401 Campus Ridge Drive Suite LL0110, Midland, MI 48640 9898379400 Willing to do sterilization on a 27-year-old woman with no kids and not married. No hassle at all and very friendly.
Dr. Shawna Ruple, MD. I was able to get an appointment pretty quickly and with the first appointment she agreed to sterilization. No Bingo's just clarified it was a permanent sterilization, I didn't even have to fight my case. I'm a 27 year old unmarried woman, never been pregnant. 10/10 would let her cut me open again.
Muskegon
Dr. Katherine McCormick, MD Trinity Health Medical Group, Obstetrics and Gynecology - Hackley, 1675 Leahy St, Ste 428B, Muskegon, Michigan 49442, 231-672-3300. Warning: This doctor belongs to a religiously affiliated medical group, and may not be willing to perform bilateral salpingectomy. Hysterectomy on 30-year-old redditor. The main reason was for highly irregular periods since the age of 12 and I was tired of dealing with them. Plus all the birth control i’ve tried didn’t work well or made me sick. If the doctor didn’t approve me for a hysterectomy, I wanted to at least get a bisalp + ablation. To my surprise, Dr. McCormick asked me if I wanted a hysterectomy right after I finished talking about my periods on and off BC.
Novi
Dr William Johnston III, MD, Urology, Michigan Institute of Urology. 25500 Meadowbrook Rd Suite 225, Novi, Michigan 48375. Vasectomy. I am 28 years old and have no children. I am not married, however I have been with my partner for 4 years. I requested a consultation for a vasectomy from the Michigan Institute of Urology website. Before seeing Dr. Johnston, a nurse went over the procedure and consent form with me. Dr. Johnston asked some brief questions about if I already had children. I told him that I did not have any children and that myself and my partner did not wish to have any children. He seemed satisfied with my answer and did not press further. He did tell me he is reluctant to perform a vasectomy if someone seeks one because their partner told them too. The example he gave me was a late teen/early 20's male coming to him because his late 20's/early 30's girlfriend told him to get a vasectomy. I have the impression that as long as you express your desire to have a vasectomy is your own, you will not have much trouble convincing him. The day of the vasectomy he asked one more time to confirm I was sure I wanted the vasectomy. I said yes and he began the procedure. The procedure took no more than 15 minutes. The procedure was painless and he was diligent at making sure I did not feel anything."
Port Huron
Dr Glenn Betrus. Dr Betrus performed a vasectomy for me (26M, single, CF). Wait time was fairly short, about a month from calling. Required a quick consultation and physical examination in which the only bingo was the “what if you find the right person” question to which I simply answered that them wanting children would make them the wrong person for me. He works under a large area hospital and service provider so most insurance should be accepted.
Rochester Hills
Dr. Staci Hopkins. Southeast Michigan, USA. Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. No bingos, approved surgery at consultation. I wrote a short essay detailing some of my reasons for wanting sterilization. Dr. Hopkins took the time to read it and agreed to remove my uterine tubes.
Roseville:
Dr. Todd Campbell and all of the comprehensive urology staff are awesome. No hesitation for vasectomy for 30yo & married.
Royal Oak
Dr. Elizabeth Smith, Royal Oak Michigan Women first OB GYN. Address: 326 N Main St Royal Oak, MI 48067 United States. I personally am having my bi-salp done by Dr. Elizabeth Smith but the whole practice has been very supportive of the child free life style.
[Dr. Patrick Isaac, DO. Laparoscopic bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. Dr. Isaac is LGBTQ-friendly, nonjudgmental, and has amazing bedside manner
Saginaw
Dr. Alexa Shepherd, M.D Saginaw, MI Clinic #1: CMU Health 1000 Houghton Ave, Saginaw, MI 48602, (989) 746-7500; Clinic #2: Great Lakes Bay Health Centers - Old Town Women's Care, 700 Court Street, Saginaw, MI 48602 (FQHC), (989)921-5375. LGBTQ+ friendly. Plus-size friendly. Neurodivergent-respectful. This doctor has reached out to us to advise “I deeply feel that women should have the choice to be childfree. A consultation with me is free from judgment: no need for a partner or a reason. I accept all insurances, including Medicaid and Medicare, at either practice. I am LGBTQ+ friendly. I have not trained in gender affirming procedures, but will gladly help facilitate referrals to the appropriate centers. Must be 21+ to sign State of Michigan Sterilization Consent required by Medicaid/Medicare.”
+1 Dr. Alexa Shepherd Saginaw, Michigan CMU Health 1000 Houghton Ave, Saginaw, MI. I am 32, never married, no kids. Dr. Shepherd has been amazing! I got a fairly quick initial appointment. I asked for a tubal bisalp at the initial appointment, and she was completely judgment and bingo free. Just a little conversation where she made sure I knew it's permanent and an explanation of what the surgery entailed. I signed the 30-day consent form for Michigan, and she gave me some information on what to expect with the surgery. She noticed that I was a self referral and asked me if I found her from the childfree list on reddit, and I told her that I did. She got excited and said, "Good! That means it's working!". I am now a little over a week after the surgery, and I'm feeling great! I can not recommend Dr. Shepherd enough, 10/10
+1 Dr. Shepherd. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor. Respectful of my disabilities & told her about my adhd and suspected autism, she was super respectful about all of it! Took me more seriously than most doctors do. Dr. Shephard is funny, kind, and the true definition of what a doctor is. Her team is also great. Great pain care!! Five stars.
Dr. Rachel Rezmer,MD 1000 Houghton Ave. Saginaw, MI 48602 989-746-7500. Also in Mt. Pleasant. Dr. has reached out to us to advise:"I would love to be added to the list of physicians who are willing to perform sterilizations to child free individuals! I am an OBGYN practicing in Saginaw, MI at CMU Health at 1000 Houghton Ave Saginaw, MI 48602. I also have an office in Cass City, MI. I think all women should have autonomy over their bodies and think with the right counseling to make sure risks are understood, they should be allowed to make the choice that best suits them!"
Dr. Mary McKuen. MD Women's OB-GYN, PC, 5400 Mackinaw road, Suite 6100, Saginaw, MI 48604, 989-792-3100. LGBTQ+ friendly practice, takes Medicaid. Fe3b 2023. Dr. has reached out to us to advise: “I'm an obgyn in Saginaw, MI and I'm happy to provide judgement free tubal ligations and bi-salps to childless/free individuals (and have done so already) and anyone else desiring these procedures. We accept all insurances, including state/federal Medicaid and Medicare. Some insurances have the age restriction of being at least 21 and waiting 30 days from signing consent to have the operation performed, but otherwise I have no age or marital restrictions. No psych consult etc. required. Just a consult with me. LGBTQ+ friendly. I am not trained in transition medicine/surgery but am happy to refer patients as needed.
Southfield
Dr. Chris Kliethermes, MD Wayne Health, Southfield Health Center, 26400 W. 12 Mile Rd, Suite 145, Southfield, MI 48034, 248-359-8034. Also in Detroit. Plus-size friendly. LGBTQ+ friendly. Hysterectomy on 21-year-old redditor. I had a hysterectomy because I never want kids and decided having a period was pointless. I was also extremely concerned about reproductive rights going downhill in the US lately, so I wanted a permanent solution. He approved my hysterectomy after one appointment, we immediately scheduled a biopsy so he could prove abnormal bleeding in order to get my insurance to cover everything. The entire process only took 3 months. I never would have gone to a male doctor but my friend is in med school and did OBGYN rotations with him, she noted he was very genuine with patients, listened to women, and educated male med students about how women’s pain is frequently dismissed and how women are discriminated against in medicine. I trust him 1000%.
St Joseph
Dr. Catharine Roos, from BellaNova Women's Health in St. Joseph, MI, only requires that you're 21 (to comply with certain Medicaid and private insurances). Tubal Ligation. No binder needed, no fake partner, just needed to be 21+ and know I wanted it. She did ask respectful questions to make sure the procedure would actually fix the problem I was experiencing (I mentioned hating my period, which a tubal wouldn't fix, and she checked to make sure it wasn't a gender dysmorphia issue).
Traverse City:
Dr. Timothy P. Madion MD Grand Traverse Women's Clinic, 1200 Sixth Street, Suite 400, Traverse City, MI 49684, 231-392-0650. Sept. 2022. Tubal ligation on 34-year-old CF redditor. Tubal ligation was free with priority health, office visit was $35. Office visit was in August of 2022, earliest appointment slot was September of 2022. Zero bingos, actually thought a tubal would be better for me than an IUD (which my primary had suggested). Also performed a tubal on my friend ten years ago, who was 25 and childfree, which is why I decided to go with him.
Dr Kristen Duman Scholten, this gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I am an Ob/gyn in Michigan who also believes it is your body, your choice when it comes to sterilization. No judgement, no age limit, or no need to have had kids, or partners input (it’s your body after all). I would be honored to help care for any of you searching for elective sterilization via salpingectomy. Currently in Kalamazoo at Bronson Hospital but will be moving to Traverse City, MI, to Northwood Ob/gyn in August."
William E. Nowak, D,O., F.A.C.O.O.G. Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist in Traverse City, MI (Williamsburg) (231) 938-2366 No nagging or suggesting I should do something other than a tubal. Got the papers, made the appointments, and that was that!
Marcy Verplanck-Kanitz, D.O. Of Grand Traverse Women's Clinic in Traverse City, Mi didn't bingo me. She was super receptive to my concerns and didn't even require an updated exam to go through the process. She looked at my medical records prior and discussed options but understood my concerns and scheduled me for surgery in the same day. MiHealth (Michigan medicaid) pays for tubal ligation. There's a 30 day wait period after you sign for the procedure but it's covered after that.
Troy:
Dr Steven Lefkowitz Somerset Gynecology & Obstetrics. Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. 28f, married, no kids. Went to him on recommendation from Dr Bindu Suresh (another Beaumont doctor, primary care, highly recommend) to discuss options after my IUD. Dr Lefkowitz’s initial recommendation was waiting until my iud hit 5 years. Only question asked was if I was sure, asked about husband but did not ask to meet or speak with beforehand. I asked to schedule procedure earlier than planned due to world events, was given a date within a month with no pushback.
+1 Dr Lefkowitz, Bilateral Salpingectomy July 2024. When I did ask he did not say things like you're too young, or you don't have kids yet. He has an amazing bedside manner. I have been an established patient of his since he started at the practice in 2017. He is kind, compassionate, and he will listen to you. He has always made me feel comfortable and taking the time to answer any and all questions I've ever had.
Jennifer Foley, MD. Address: 3290 W Big Beaver Rd # 444, Troy, MI 48084 Phone:(248) 816-9200. Dr. Foley does bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Dr. Foley approved for Essure at 26 but required two appointments three months apart.
Dr. Paige Paladino. She's super LGBTQ+ friendly and believes you know your body best. She's very close with my PCP and just wanted me to run the idea of surgery by him first, but she had no problem performing a laparoscopic hysterectomy with bilateral salpingectomy-oophorectomy for me, 24F. 0 bingos as well! She performs surgeries out of Beaumont Royal Oak.
+1 Dr Paladino, I wanted to add/confirm that she never bingoed me , didn’t require me to consult with my pcp or want my husbands permission. I went in prepared to fight or justify but she just asked what I was there for and then told me the sterilization options. My surgery was scheduled about a month from my consultation. Her office and the entire surgical team were all wonderful and I never once felt judged or like I was making a mistake.
+1 Dr. Paige Paladino in Troy Michigan. She did my bilateral salpingectomy when I was 26 no questions asked, even considering I’m single and don’t have children. She just explained the procedure to me and was quick getting me booked!
Utica
Doctor Cammy E Beglin at Clinton Women's Healthcare in Utica Michigan performed my bilateral salpingectomy. When I went to my appointment and asked to be sterilized, she didn't even blink. She asked if I was sure and then wanted to know when I wanted it done. My friend also went to her following my sterilization and she also approved my friend without any fuss. I cannot recommend her enough!
Dr. Nelson at Michigan Institute of Urology in Utica, MI, vasectomy consult and was scheduled for surgery. I'm 25M, no children. He would be a good addition to the list. Only person to ask if I'm sure was the MA doing intake. Dr. Nelson was straightforward - no bingos, no challenges or dogmatic language. I didn't have to defend my position; he just informed me about sperm banking and scheduled me for the first available appointment.
Warren:
Cristina Alfieri, MD., Hutzel Women's Hospital Detroit, MI. (586) 558-1110 (Warren office). Hassle-free and friendly. Prescribes Depo prior to procedure (Essure). Hesitant if you're under 25, though.
Also @ Hutzel, Dr. David Kmak approved after brief consultation for bilat. salpingectomy at 33.
-1 Hutzel Women's Hospital: user mentions that they do not sterilize women under 30.
Warren:
Mission OB-GYN in Warren, MI. 586-574-1313. It's a practice of several doctors who are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive - the practice's motto is, "By women, for women." They really stand by it. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, which their website says they accept. It seems like they do in fact take it, as long as it is through an employer and not the AHA (Marketplace). I wasn't able to see them. NB Dr Bayci refused to consider sterilisation for a user who was under 30, despite genetic conditions which make pregnancy/childbirth unsafe.
West Bloomfield:
Neil Simmerman at Henry Ford West Bloomfield: Performed tubal ligation on 23 year old using filshie clips. Procedure and visits completely covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP.
+1 Neil Simmerman at Henry Ford West Bloomfield as a 27F and he approved me without much fuss on my first visit, with surgery scheduled for the next week. He made sure I was aware of other options such as Paragard but didn't try and fight me about getting sterilized. He performs multiple methods of sterilization including essure, tubal with filshie clips, and bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Dr Simmerman: Approved 24f for bilateral salpingectomy after 5 minutes of discussion!
+1 Dr. Neil Simmerman in West Bloomfield, MI. 29(f) approved for bisalp during first visit, surgery scheduled a month later. He told me he was required to tell me that there are other options, such as IUD, but did not question me at all otherwise. Dec 2024.
Dr. Rachel O’Keefe, Walnut Lake Obgyn. Procedure: Bilateral salpingectomy. Age: 33 (unmarried, no children). Never a single bingo once even during the initial consultation. She told me “you’re old enough to make decisions about your own body” and was super professional and kind the whole time. During the surgery too, none of the doctors she worked with ever said anything about me not wanting kids. It was literally the best experience I could’ve hoped for.
Dr Lori Shoha, Michigan West Bloomfield, Modern Obgyn. Ablation and Bilateral Salpingectomy for 36F November 2024. Physical exam required before surgery. Professional, friendly, made me feel comfortable. Didn’t try to talk me out of sterilization outside of asking if I just wanted to try some less invasive options.
Wyoming:
Alexander P. Dehaan, D.O Urology Consultants in Wyoming, MI: Metro Health Village 2093 Health Drive, Suite 202 Wyoming, MI 49519 (616) 459-4171 | Zero problems getting a vasectomy, just the expected questions about reasons for wanting it. Approved for surgery at 20 years old, got the surgery at 21.
Ypsilanti
S. Elena Gimenez, MD, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Urology - Ann Arbor Campus, 5333 McAuley DrSuite 3001, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197. I had a vasectomy done. I'm 25 and engaged and do not have any children. The experience with Gimenez was great. She presented the information that I needed to know about getting a vasectomy. She did ask if I had any kids during the consultation, but did not have anything to say about it which was nice. She was very professional and did not "bingo" me in any way.
Dr. R Deenadayalu, MD, OBGYN Trinity Health IHA Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology, 4936 W. Clark Rd Suite 100, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, (734) 434-6200. Dr. is body positiver. Bisalp on 25-year-old unmarried woman. “I brought up pursuing a bisalp and he was instantly on board! He agreed with what I was saying, and told me that his scheduler was going to call me in a weeks time to set a surgery time. He did have to explain that there is a higher rate of regret for younger people if they sterilized but he mentioned that it was just one of the talking points that he had to discuss."
+1 Dr. Deenadayalu Oct 2022. Bisalp on 41-year-old redditor. The doctor was one of the most body positive I have ever encountered. I asked him at my initial consult about how my weight would affect the surgery, and if I should worry about any problems. He told me that while extra fatty tissue may make him have to move the tools differently, it was his job to worry about being a good surgeon and mine to worry about taking it easy to heal after.
Andover
Dr. David Robert Bachman. Vasectomy, F26. He was very informative on the process and how to reverse it if I ever wanted to. Very easy going as well as good jokes about the procedure. There were no bingos : he knew neither me or my wife wanted kids. I told him we had known for a while. Met with him without my wife immediately following yearly checkup and talked for less than fifteen minutes. Day of operation was only in the office for an hour. Had to sign the legal paper, get anesthesia to take hold, less than 30 minutes for operation, and then wait until I could walk out to the car. He let my wife be in the room for support. Twelve weeks later for semen analysis. May sterilise as young as 19yo.
Baxter
Dr. Steven Senica, https://www.essentiahealth.org/find-doctor-provider/profile/steven-senica/, Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy with Novasure ablation. 21, committed polyamorous relationship (not married), no children. On Medicaid, cost unknown, wait time was controlled by Medicaid. Was asked multiple times to confirm, but never received any pushback, especially after sharing if children were ever to be in my future, adoption was a viable option for me. I had my consultation through the Essentia Health system, but as they are a Catholic hospital, I had to go to Dr. Senica's other practice at BLSC to have the surgery. This was not an issue in my case; BLSC is just down the road from the Essentia Health Baxter Clinic, as well as I didn't have any paperwork issues. NB OP is trans nonbinary so this doctor may not be as willing to operate on patients on a completely elective basis.
Bemidji
Johnna Nynas, MD.. Network: Sanford Health, Bemidji Main Clinic, 1233 34th St NW Bemidji MN 56601. Went in to get a consult for sterilization, I was super careful to word my visit more as to "discuss birth control" just to make sure I could get in the door. I live in a pretty red part of the state, so I'd say my paranoia is a bit warranted. Gave me the "I have to tell you the risks" speech but did not bingo or judge me, just had to sign a consent form. Haven't been through the actual surgery yet, but I've got high hopes for this one!
Bloomington
Margaret Sweeney, MD, of HealthPartners Riverside. My primary care doctor referred me to her for a bilateral salpingectomy after it became clear that I wasn't backing down on sterilization. Margaret didn't question my decision once; just briefly went over my history of what I've tried, why those methods didn't work for me, and what I hadn't tried, verified that I wasn't interested in the non-permanent options I hadn't tried yet, and got me scheduled immediately. For what it's worth, I'm 31 and married with no children. I was also recently diagnosed with a couple autoimmune disorders, which could have played a factor in how easy this process was this time around. I really think Margaret would treat any patient the same way she treated me though. +1 Dr Sweeney, bilateral salpingectomy 22F, 21F, 21F, 22F, unknown age, hysterectomy 25F. Most recent confirmed sterilisation September 2024.
Dr. Abbey Mello, MD HealthPartners Clinic Bloomington, 8600 Nicollet Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420-2824, 952-967-7375. Nov. 2023. Bisalp on 26-year-old CF redditor. Dr. Mello was amazing. After they confirmed that I knew that it was permanent no one questioned my decision at all. Dr. Mello told me that the studies about regret in women under 30 have been debunked and she will give the surgery to anyone. I got in two months after the initial ask and that was only because I was busy, I could have been in surgery a month after requesting it.
Buffalo
Dr Leslie Akram, Buffalo MN, USA did my tubal ligation in 2018. She clipped mine but she mentioned at my last appt that nowadays, she just takes the tubes right out most of the time. So I know she still does them and has done them multiple times. Of course I don't know her other patients situations, but I was 25, married, no kids, went to my appt alone to talk about tubal ligation, and she booked the surgery for me that same day.
Burnsville
Jennifer M Schlies, DO Burnsville Women’s Services-OB GYN 14101 Fairview Drive Burnsville, MN 952-993-3282. Plus-size friendly doctor. Bilateral Salpingectomy. She was absolutely wonderful! She came recommended by a friend who had a partial hysterectomy and she does not bingo at all and says your personal choices are valid.
+1 Dr. Schlies. Dec 2022. Bisalp on 23-year-old redditor. Wait time between scheduling and consultation was about 4 weeks. No bingos and was immediately supportive when asked about sterilization options, and suggested Lap BiSalp as it is the least likely to cause complications and has lower failure rates than other sterilization options. Understood the current political climate was a factor in decision and that anyone old enough to make a medical decision about their body should be allowed to do so.
+1 Dr. Schlies. March 2024. Bisalp on 26 year old redditor. She never questioned me during the whole process of scheduling, and had amazing bed side manners! She talked me through exactly how the procedure would go and listened to me uninterrupted when I had questions. The only time she asked me about my weight was so she knew what clinic to schedule me at, and it never came up again. I'm currently 5'5" and 250 pounds. Everything went exactly how it should have and was treated with dignity and respect the whole time I was there. I can't recommend her enough!
Dr. Maureen Ayers Looby, MD MPH. M Health Fairview Ridges hospital and the Surgery Center, Ridgeview Medical Building, 303 E. Nicollet Blvd., Burnsville, MN, 55337 (~15 minutes from the MSP international airport) 952-460-4000 (~15 minutes from the MSP international airport). Doctor’s statement: “OBGYN practicing on Burnsville, MN at M. Does sterilization via bilateral salpingectomy. No restriction on marital status or child free status. Generally must be age 21 or older, some exceptions may be warranted. LGBTQ+ friendly. Accepts most insurances including UCare. Dr. Ayers Looby does initial consultation via tele visit if requested.”
+1 Dr. Maureen Ayers Looby in Burnsville, MN (bilateral salpingectomy) - wanted to share my (very positive) experience! I am 32 & married, no kids. Dr. Ayers Looby went over the risks of the procedure, as is required. No bingos, she in no way tried to sway me out of my decision, didn't ask about my husband's opinion, and even asked if I wanted to get rid of my periods with an IUD since there's no point in having them if I don't want kids. I was able to schedule my surgery, which took place 2 months after my appointment with her. I was only in the operating room for 45 minutes. She is a wonderful doctor & I never felt judged for my decision!
Chaska
Dr. Huldeen. Age: 25 Marital Status: Single Childfree Status: No kids and completed bilateral salpingectomy Jan 2023. Dr. Huldeen was upbeat, believed I knew what was best for my body, and didn't question that in the slightest. No bingos. I was completely taken aback at how professional she was. Short wait times for a consultation appointment (<2 weeks) and I believe it was less than a month after consultation that the first surgery date was offered. I have BCBS of MN and it was fully covered.
Coon Rapids
Dr Nancy Webster in Coon Rapids, MN through Allina - sterilised 32yo childfree single woman. "The doctor said that the times had changed and that as long as I signed a consent form then there was no way that a doctor could tell me no."
Laura Mayer, Bilateral Salpingectomy, Hysterectomy, 32yo.
Detroit Lakes
Dr. Deraney completed my bilateral salpingectomy when I was 26 with no children. I brought my husband along to my consult, however, I also sent an unmarried and childfree friend, 23, his way and he did her surgery as well. He did tell me he disagreed with my choice but would honor my decision.
Duluth
Dr. Jennifer Boyle St. Luke’s Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates (Bilateral Salpingectomy, laparoscopic). She just asked a few questions about whether I, 27 unmarried, had considered other methods and whether I was sure. They were willing to schedule the next month. The procedure was really easy and the whole surgical staff at St Lukes was wonderful.
+1 I found Dr. Jennifer Boyle listed above and had a similar experience. She trusted my choice in a bilateral salpingectomy but also provided information on tieing tubes using a silicone band. I scheduled the surgery the following month and have always had great experiences with St. Luke's Hospital system.
Dr. Haley Meyer, MD. Essentia Health 420 E 1st St., Duluth, MN 55805, 844-663-1068. I (34/F/married/no history of pregnancy) had bilateral salpingectomy with Dr. Meyer in December 2020. She was excellent throughout the entire process. At my consult, she walked in and said, "I know why you're here and that's all I need to know," and, "No one should be forced to be pregnant against their will." I didn't have to explain or defend anything. I also attended the appointment alone which was no problem - she trusts you've worked it out with your partner and is not interested in their position, since it's about you. I cannot recommend her enough!
Dr. Karin Knutson, MD Essentia Health, 420 E 1st St., Duluth, MN 55805, 844-663-1068. Also in Miller’s Bridge. Doctor is LBGTQ+ friendly. Bisalp on 29-year-old CF redditor. Dr. Knutson has great bedside manner. She asked routine questions, e.g., if I was partnered. I explained that my partner (at the time) was a trans woman, and Dr. Knutson didn't bat an eye. She asked me to briefly describe why I was seeking sterilization. I received no pushback or bingoes. I made a sterilization binder, but she didn't even ask to look at it.The staff at Essentia Health was wonderful during my experience.
Dr Yvonne Trecee, St Lukes Hospital, duluth mn. Bilateral Salpingectomy(Removal of the fallopian tubes). 29yo.
Dr Sarah Truong, St Luke's Obstetrics and Gynecology. I (22F) and single, went in for a bisalp consultation in August 2024 with Taylor Swanson who approved me for surgery. However she was 7 months pregnant at the time of consultation. So she set me up with Sarah Truong to be my surgeon. Both were extremely supportive. No pushback no bingos. Dr. Swanson was going to proctor if she was still pregnant however she ended up being on maternity leave.
Eden Prairie
Dr. Jennifer Smolinski, she agreed to a hysterectomy literally the first time we ever spoke, due to me having a massive fibroid, and not wanting any children. My fibroid is located in a spot where the uterus technically doesn't need to come out to solve the issue, but Dr. Smolinski agreed with my request to take it out anyway because she respected my desire to be rid of an organ I don't want to use. Considering that she's heavily pregnant herself, I was not expecting her to be so understanding and all around wonderful to work with. I hope her addition to the wiki can help others get sterilized too!
Fergus Falls
Milton Ropes - Vasectomy, 32
Michael Norgard Bilateral salpingectomy 28
Glencoe
Dr. John Heller.. Vasectomy. Was not made to feel uncomfortable or pressured to have a kid first, wait, or save sperm.
Hibbing
Dr Lane Meyer at Fairview Mesaba in Hibbing. Was referred to him for my tubal when I was 26. Had one consult visit to go over the risks of an ablation and what to expect after surgery. No questions and was very respectful.
Lakeville
Dr. Furuseth in Minnesota, Lakeville/Burnsville area. I (25F) got a bilateral salpingectomy from her, no bingo-ing from her or her staff. Just confirmation of pros, cons, and that i knew this was permanent (to get pregnant naturally. She acknowledged ivf and adoption should i ever change my mind in the future. Stated neutrally, not demeaning or bingo-y).
Mankato
Dr. Amy L. Brien, MD OBGYN I got a bilateral salpingectomy. Her questions were mostly… Are you aware this is permanent? What is your current method of birth control? Have you been pregnant before? How long have you known you don’t want to have children? I am 30, single and child free (forever now! Yay!)
Dr. Mark Taylor - Mankato Clinic. Asked for an IUD at 26. He suggested a tubal removal at my consultation since I was sure I never wanted kids. It was my first time meeting him. "I'd love to give you a tubal." Very friendly. Funny, jokes around, but very straight to the point and makes things easy to understand. I had horrible hospital anxiety but it's disappeared completely since I've been seeing him. IUD migrated, he wanted to do an ultrasound, a mass was found on my ovary and we scheduled surgery right there. Decided to go ahead with a tubal in the same surgery since it was in my future anyway and they had to go in to remove the mass. Diagnosed with endometriosis during surgery. He was so anxious about whether the mass on my ovary was benign or not (it was rather scary looking and he'd never seen anything like it) that he called me with results the second pathology got back to him the next morning. While I was recovering from anesthesia he kept my fiance very informed and up to date. I'd trust this guy with my life. NB Dr Taylor no longer performs surgery. He will still accept and see patients but if they want surgery, he will refer them to another provider in the dept.
Ashley Thorson 1230 East Main Street Mankato, Minnesota 56001, Bilateral Salpingectomy, 23F, unmarried, does not have/want children. Clinic is LGBTQ+ friendly. All providers in the OB dept. are open-minded and accepting of people seeking permanent birth control. Dr. Thorson was very respectful, informed me of my options, and made sure I understood what I was asking for. She reassured me this was 100% my decision to make and she would support whatever I chose to do.
Dr. Scott Barnacle. 22F, unmarried, no children bilateral salpingectomy. I met Dr. Barnacle for the first time for a pap smear and brought up sterilization. He immediately started discussing options with me and we landed on bilateral salpingectomy. He didn't bingo me once and even though I had my bf with me during my appointment and Dr. Barnacle hardly acknowledged him. I got a call from his office to schedule the surgery the next business day and I got the surgery done a month later. He was nice and respectful every time I saw him. I never once felt like I was being talked down to by him or his staff. I cannot recommend Dr. Barnacle enough, he was absolutely and I want to give him a hug.
Maple Grove
Kat Corcoran, MD, FACOG. 9825 Hospital Drive Suite 300, Maple Grove, MN 55369, 763-587-7999. (Also in Crystal) July 2024. This gynecologist has reached out to advise: I do tubals including bilateral salpingectomies on anyone 21+ (per federal requirements for Medicaid) regardless of relationship/marital status. I'll also do a hysterectomy on anyone who wants one as long as I can find a diagnosis for insurance purposes (heavy or painful periods is totally sufficient). I am personally queer and poly, and am LGBTQIA+, kink, poly, etc friendly. I perform gender affirming hysterectomy and salpingectomy with or without removal of ovaries and prescribe gender affirming hormone therapy.
+1 Dr. Corcoran. July 2024. Hysterectomy on 18-year-old redditor. The only doctor who understood me and was very understanding and said my body was my body and I had a say for what I can do with it. They approved me for a hysterectomy at the age of 18, and now Im just awaiting being scheduled.
Dr. Jillian Hallstrom MD 9825 Hospital Drive, Suite 205, Maple Grove, MN 55369, 763-587-7000. Jan. 2023. Bisalp on 31-year-old redditor. I had my consultation with Dr. Hallstrom at Oakdale OBGYN in December 2022 for a Bisalp, as Dr. Meyer was unavailable. Dr. Hallstrom performed it in January 2023. Dr. Hallstrom listened to me and was kind and understanding, as was the APRN Megan who performed my physical and care establishment visit. Neither of them questioned my sanity or tried to talk me down from my decision.
-1 Dr. Hallstrom. June 2024. Refused to even hear out 18-year-old redditor, tell her she would "change her mind." Redditor had Medicaid health insurance, so was not covered for the procedure, but doctor was also dismissive and rude.
Dr. Anna Meyer M.D. Oakdale Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maple Grove, MN. Performed a salpingectomy on me, 25 year old female. I came in fully prepared to give an entire book of reasons as to why I wanted the surgery, but it was unnecessary. She was fantastic, helpful and believed I knew what was best for my body. She went through all the standard info that was required. Made sure I knew the risks, and that the procedure was permanent. When I confirmed I still wanted the surgery, and that I had no desire to ever become pregnant, she was happy to schedule my surgery and help me!
Dr. Cecil Bassett. the procedure was done in Maple Grove, MN, but it looks like he also works in Fridley, MN. I'm 34, not married, no kids. My initial consultation was very easy. No bingos. He just gave me all the risks/alternatives and asked if I still wanted to do it. Procedure was scheduled about 7 weeks later.
+1 Cecil Bassett, M Health Fairview (he does consults out of Fridley MN and Maple Grove MN), my surgery was at Maple Grove Ambulatory Surgery Center. Had my consult with him with zero bingos, he could tell I had done my research and did not ask me to explain myself, simply answered my questions and gave his required spiel about the procedure etc. they do bisalps as standard and bill it as tubal so no issues with insurances acting like bisalps aren’t standard of care! Same day he had me sign consent and his team called me for scheduling. It was scheduled for 2 months from consult. That was the soonest open date, procedurally there must be 30 days from signed consent to surg date. He performed my surgery, and was very chill, easy to talk to. Highly recommend!
Maplewood
Rachel Parritz, MD MetroPartners OBGYN Minnesota (3 locations: Maplewood, Woodbury, Mendota Heights) No minimum number of children LGBT+ Would do gender affirming for transitioning as well Thanks!
Dr. Gaertner - Metro Urology clinic in Maplewood, MN. He also is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Abbott Northwestern Hospital and St. John's Hospital. Phone Number: (651) 999-6896. No bingos whatsoever for a vasectomy for a 28yo with no kids. Great guy. Very friendly and professional.
Dr. Cassie Albertin MD OBGYN, Dr. Kristin Fried MD OBGYN Metro Partners OBGYN, 2945 Hazelwood St #210, Maplewood, MN, 55109, 651-770-3320. Doctor’s statement: I’m an OBGYN happy to perform tubal ligations (salpingectomies) if you want one. I’m child-free myself, so I totally get it!
+1 Dr. Cassandra Albertin, bilateral salpingectomy, 31yo.
Dr. Laura France, 2945 Hazelwood Street, Suite 100 Maplewood, Minnesota 55109, Bilateral Salpingectomy. I'm 33F in a committed long term relationship with my 32M partner. Both of us are childfree. Dr. Laura France, and the Maplewood Surgery Center team, were phenomenal. No bingos, super supportive, willing to answer my questions, kind straightforward and genuine in their care and checking in. Both before the procedure, pre op, and post op. Highly recommend. Also super accommodating with my having my celiac disease and Gastroparesis, in that they made sure there was something for me to eat post op. Didn't have to explain twice or which is rare. Note - if you have Medical Assistance through the State, the procedure is fully covered. However, the procedure can only be scheduled out a minimum of 30 days from your consultation visit with your provider.
Minneapolis
Dr. Megan Bina. My experience: Surgery occurred in 2019. I was 27, single, no kids. Be sure to contact your insurance to get the exact procedures and billing codes that they cover 100% for female sterilization. Then provide those procedures and codes to your doctor to ensure that this will be 100% covered!
+1 Dr. Megan Bina (Minneapolis, MN). 28F, married, with no children. No bingos experienced from Dr. Bina or any of the staff at Voyage Health. Dr. Bina was very receptive when I came to her with a request to have a bisalp. My previous doctor told me to "wait until your 30" so I sought out Dr. Bina. We talked through all BC options and then at the end she said that I know my body the best and if bisalp is the way to go, she is all for it. She was extremely kind, listened to my concerns, and answered questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. I was able to schedule my bisalp a month after my first visit with Dr. Bina. My insurance is UHC and am expecting to pay around $3k due to UHC only covering tubal ties 100% and not tube removal - totally worth it though!
Dr Gabra - Works at the University of MN Women's Health Center and is very supportive of patient autonomy, no pressure or judgement about being CF.
Christy Boraas 25f, single and got approved for a bi-salp. Absolutely no bingoing at all, she was super sweet and approved it right away once I said that I know I don't want kids and am getting the procedure within 30 days.
Katherine Eggleston, MD,. Vasectomy. Initial consult took maybe 20 minutes to go over the procedure and answer questions, and the procedure was tentatively scheduled later that day. Procedure itself was about a month later, and again, no bingos. Just confirmation that I was making an informed decision. Was 27 at the time of the consult and procedure. Had to travel for the surgery and was able to send in semen sample to a PP clinic in town 3 months later. Results were returned very quickly.
Dr. John Hering - HealthPartners Riverside Clinic in Minneapolis. Referred to him by my normal NP as someone willing to sterilize women without children. During appointment mentioned being willing to sterilize women as young as 21 years of age. The only question he asked was if I understood that the decision was permanent, otherwise did not even ask why I wanted the procedure as he believes women are capable of making these informed decisions themselves. Lovely man, and his staff love him too!
Dr. Samantha Pace - Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis. Went in for a hysterectomy consultation and was only asked about if I also wanted an oophorectomy and/or vaginectomy. When discussing hysterectomies she stated she believes anyone who wants a hysterectomy should be able to get one and is willing to work with younger patients. She is also trans friendly (nursing staff was only partially trans friendly) and willing to work with insurance.
Dr. Rebecca French at University of Minnesota Medical Center - Women's Health Specialists Clinic. (https://med.umn.edu/bio/obgyn-faculty/rebecca-french). I (25F, no kids, never married) got a referral from my primary to see Dr. French and she was great about everything. Said she prefers to do a bisalp, didn't seem bothered by my age. Surgery went well, highly recommend her.
Dr. Bryan Hotujec: Allina Health Mercy Women's Health Clinic in Coon Rapids/Allina Health Brooklyn Park Clinic (Both are near Minneapolis, Minnesota) I was able to get a bilateral salpingectomy from him age 20, he was completely respectful of my choices but he referred me to get a second opinion from another doctor before approving me which he requires for all patients.
Dr Sarah Leadley in Minneapolis, Minnesota. No bingos, no issues whatsoever from this physician or anyone in the OB department. The initial OB suggested didn't perform the procedure I wanted and was also amazing. Easiest procedure ever, no resistance at all, speedy recovery, no pain. I'd recommend it to anyone who is sure.
Dr. Andrea Flom, with Haugen OB/GYN in Minneapolis, MN. I am 33, married for 2 years (but have been with my husband for nearly 14 years), and 100% childfree. Never, ever wanted kids from the moment I could even comprehend that's what the female body does. Went for an IUD replacement, joked that I really wanted sterilization and Dr. Flom switched gears during the appointment to accommodate that request. Procedure is a laproscopic bilateral salpingectomy. Wait time was 2 weeks, as we had to work around the surgery center schedule. Insurance will 100% cover it - private insurance through employer. Absolutely no bingos. Dr. Flom said it was 100% my choice and that was it.
Dr. Samantha Hoffman, an OBGYN surgeon at M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. She is a really great doctor and never questioned me, always clarifying when she had to say specific things like "there is a risk of regret" that she did not say them to invalidate me, but because it was policy or legal. She was great at making sure I understood everything and even provided me labeled pictures of my organs after the surgery! I highly recommend Dr. Hoffman. And based on my conversations with her, I think every doctor at her clinic (Women's Health Specialists Clinic) is going to be supportive of patient's personal reproductive decisions while providing effective, compassionate, and informative care.
+1 Dr Hoffman. I had a bisalp as a 26F. I'm unmarried with no kids and had an abortion a couple months prior. The process was so easy and I didn't have to defend my decisions. Also: Dr Jessika Ralph. She's the doctor I actually had my consultation with. She didn't question my decision at all and only went over what she legally had to about how some women regret it. She approved my surgery, but I ended up getting it done by Samantha because of scheduling.
Dr. Cristina Gonzalez-Mendez and she practices out of the M Health Fariview women's clinic in Minneapolis Minnesota. The only questions she asked were for me to quickly explain my reasons for permanent sterilization and then she said "sounds good" and we moved on to discussing details of a bilateral salpingectomy. Zero judgment and so kind in her bedside manner, I want to help other people find her for sterilization!
Dr Mary Mahoney at Fairview Health in Minneapolis, MN performed my tubal ligation via cauterization at 23, single, with no children. Consult was quick and painless. She was very respectful, and I wish I still lived in MN so I could still see her!
Minnetonka
Monticello
Danielle Schirm, DO. I was referred to her by my primary family doctor (Holly Hett at Apple Valley Medical Center) after letting her know my wishes. I scheduled an appointment with the OB/GYN clinic at Fairview Hospital in Burnsville and went in for an initial consultation with Dr. Schirm. She asked why I have chosen this choice (preference + family medical history) and why my husband isn't doing a vasectomy instead. Then she gave me 2 options: getting tubes tied or tubes removed, which reduces the risk of ovarian cancer. I decided on the latter and scheduled a bilateral salpingectomy for 3 months later. She did not have an attitude or was judgmental at all - she was rather friendly the whole time. No one in the office made any comments either. FYI I am 31 and married, no children. This doctor has recently relocated to Monticello.
Moose Lake
Randy J. Rice, M.D. of Gateway Family Health Clinic. My childfree friend had a vasectomy performed by him at age 27. I have gotten one done by him now at age 33. Neither of us were hassled or bingoed. Just explained the procedure and emphasized it's permanent. Had one visit for him to explain things and then two weeks later performed the surgery.
Northfield
Dr. Shannon Lau, M.D., FACOG Northfield Clinic Women's Health Center, 2000 North Avenue, Northfield, MN 55057, (507) 646-1478. Dec. 2023. LBGTQ+ friendly. Bisalp on 21-year-old woman with two children, but the physician's group has said that they will do sterilization on anyone who wants it, regardless of childed status.
Plymouth
Dr Sovell, Minnesota Urology. Vasectomy. NB Dr Sovell also practices at Edina.
+1 Dr Chase Sovell (Minnesota). I’m 30M, single, no kids. Initial consult - Dr Sovell asked about my relationship status, asked if I was certain I wouldn’t want kids. I told him I’ve never wanted to be a dad and he approved me for a vasectomy. He gave me a gentle reminder that I could get it reversed if I changed my mind, but not in a way that made me feel like my CF stance was being questioned. Procedure day - procedure went extremely smoothly, probably less than 10 minutes in total. After two needle pokes I didn’t feel anything. Would recommend Dr Sovell to anyone interested in a vasectomy
Dr Sheree Paulson, bilateral salpingectomy 23yo
Rochester
Dr. Daniel Breitkopf of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. I had my consultation with him in January, two months before turning 30. He never once tried to dissuade me from sterilization, he just simply went over other long-term birth control options that I may be interested in. I scheduled my bisalp surgery for May 10th and so far so good! He is an amazing doctor.
Dr. Adela Cope with Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. In the same procedure she also removed my IUD and performed endometrial ablation on some mild endometriosis I had. I am 27, unmarried, and have no children. She never brought up my partner or future partners and what they might want. She was extremely supportive of my choice. I had my consultation and she went over the procedure and what it would entail. Her and her entire team never questioned my decision or made me explain myself whatsoever. Timeline was gyno visit in June which got me to referral to see Dr. Cope. The consultation was at the beginning of August, and my surgery was exactly two weeks after the consultation.
Shoreview
Dr. Kimberly Fischer at Allina Health Shoreview Clinic: https://account.allinahealth.org/providers/990 I got a bilateral salpingectomy done by Dr. Kimberly Fischer at the age of 28, and had an excellent experience with the whole process. During the consultation, she does briefly discuss how permanent the procedure is and ask if you are REALLY sure you never want children, but doesn't push the issue at all. I confirmed that I was positive about my choice, and she immediately moved forward with scheduling me. The surgery took place about 3 months after the consult, and the pain/recovery was SO minimal... I was back to normal in under a week, and the worst pain day was maybe a 3 or 4 out of 10. I'm lucky I found her, and so grateful I was able to have the procedure done!
Sleepy Eye
Dr Dhaliwal in Sleepy Eye MN, Planned Parenthood in St Cloud MN. Both worked with with me to schedule a vasectomy as soon as they could
St Cloud
Maggie Thronaum, DO Practice: CentraCare (St Cloud, MN). This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "Large multi-specialty system, accepts most insurances. Notes: LGBTQ friendly. No limitations on age, marital status, etc."
St Louis Park
Janet M Schaffer, MD Womens Center Obstetrics/Gynecology Methodist Hospital St. Louis park, MN. Dr. Schaffer was very friendly and did a great job on my surgery. The only thing she asked me was that I am 100% sure about it. I said yes and we moved along. No other questions asked. I highly recommend her.
Dr. Matthew Banfield. Specialties in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Gynecologic Surgery, OB-GYN. Treats at Methodist Hospital 6500 Excelsior Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55426 (952) 993-3282. Dr Banfield approved and performed a bilateral salpingectomy on a 26 year old female. There were no bingo's, he assured me he would be okay with performing the surgery, and has performed many in the past. He recommended the bilateral salp. even before I brought it up. Great personality, light-hearted with a good sense of humor. He only required a pre-op to clear me for surgery and then I had the procedure done the following week. Everything went smoothly and I was given photographs of the removed tubes, as i'd requested. Note with private insurance (not through employers) there is a 30 day period between the consultation and surgery. That was what I was told, at least. I didn't have that wait since I have insurance via my employer.
+1 Dr Banfield, he listened to me and after explaining my situation with birth control not working and constant abdominal pain, he offered to take my uterus out with no questions asked. I was able to get a same day appointment with him and his assistant is going to call me to get me on the schedule next week! Not once did he question me about wanting kids. He respected my decision the first time and listened to me without argument or judgement.
Dr. Daniel Zapzalka-Park Nicollet Urology. 28M went in for vasectomy consult, literally asked me two questions (do you have kids? You sure you don't want them?) and then agreed to the procedure and went over relevant patient education. Was able to schedule about a month and a half out.
+1 for Dr. Daniel Zapzalka-Park Nicollet Urology, I was a 42M when I saw him. Conversation went like this: Dr. "So, what's your story?" Me: "I don't have any kids and I'd like to lock that in" Dr.: "Fair enough" Dec 2024.
Dr Blake Noennig - I recently had a vasectomy done by him. I'm a 26M who is engaged. We had the consultation over the phone, lasted only about 6 minutes. Going over what the procedure was. Asked me if I knew the risks and why I wanted one. No bingo phrases just accepted what I had to say, and was able to schedule the vasectomy that day. Got lucky with timing and had the vasectomy 5 days after the consultation. Was very quick, never forced me to answer a million questions, didn't even have to tell him I was child free. Brought my fiance with me for the procedue and he was very friendly. Awesome experience!!
+1 Blake J Noennig, I am a 20 year old male, no kids with no desire for any. I saw Noennig on the Minnesota list of doctors and called the office. Got a consultation, basic questions asked with the common run down for a vasectomy in terms of what to expect from the procedure. Very professional with no pushback due to age. Highly recommend. Sept 2024.
St Paul
Dr. Paige R. Martin, MD HealthPartners Clinic St. Paul, 205 Wabasha St S, Saint Paul, MN 55107-1805, 952-967-5584. October 2023. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor. Dr. Martin was super respectful and didn't question my decision. Went through required counseling of birth control alternatives but it was quick and non pressuring. Clearly explained my options for sterilization Got my procedure scheduled the same week for a few weeks out. All went well and I'm healing up quickly.
Dr. Ruth L. Merid - Saint Paul - 651-293-8100 - Approved a 22 yo f for a hysterectomy. Did require psych consults, one with SO and a family member. Unsure if it's required.
Dr. Laura France, she sterilized me (F 27) with a bisalp, in the friendliest and most accepting way possible. I came prepared to explain myself and she did not ask for any justification. I joked, "I was even prepared to write an essay." She said that's not necessary. I highly recommend Dr. France and the M Health Fairview Maplewood location and staff.
Dr. Jennifer Peoples. St Paul, MN. She was wonderful. I'm 28, and had a bilateral salpingectomy. The appointment lasted all of five minutes, just me saying "I want to get my tubes tied." She told me that I could even have them removed, which was wonderful and what I chose to do. I cried on my way home because I had a whole speech prepared and I was so relieved I didn't have to resort to that. Didn't even need to tell her about my partner or anything. She had one of her assistants call me the next week to schedule me for surgery at United Hospital in St Paul. I did have to wait 30 days after the initial appt because my insurance required a waiver be signed that I still wanted to do it so that may vary for others.
+1 Dr Jennifer Peoples, bilateral salpingectomy.
Dr. Amanda J. Ye, MD, Allina Health United Women's Health Clinic, St. Paul MN. Bilateral Salpingectomy, F20. She was kind and attentive through the whole process. At the consultation appointment she ran through all the other birth control options but once she knew I was 100% sure I wanted this done she had her scheduling team call me and the surgery was scheduled from about a month and a half after the consultation. She conducted the surgery as well and the whole team were wonderful and didn't judge my choice.
Dr. Stephen J. Lukasewycz, MD. HealthPartners Specialty Center – Urology, 435 Phalen Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55130-5302, 651-254-8500. 2022. Vasectomy on married redditor, with no hesitation. The only question he asked was, "you know this is a permanent procedure, correct?" Vasectomy performed the next week. Doctor was very knowledgeable, answered all questions, and gave thorough aftercare instructions. Could not give him a better recommendation! He's a great doctor who respects your reproductive rights!
Dr Shireen de Sam Lazaro, Bilateral Salpingectomy for 33yo female Dec 2024. I had a very simple, no bingo consultation with Dr de Sam. She only asked if I knew it was permanent, explained procedure risks, did not ask about partner. She was very kind to answer all my in-depth questions, I can be needy about information. Day of surgery and post-op were all great! She was very kind and very reassuring, very experienced.
Stillwater
Dr. Jennifer Willette, OBGYN Network: Health Partners. Lakeview Hospital 921 Greeley St S, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082-5935. First agreed to do my tubal in 2019 when I was 25, single & no kids, and even onn state insurance. Gave me the "I have to tell you the risks" speech but did not bingo or judge me, just had to sign the 30 day consent form for Medicaid (she collects it regardless of insurance type). Had to delay for work reasons, but finally got my bilateral salpingectomy May 2021. Healing well. Great experience all around.
Waconia
Dr. Lisa Chapman. Completed procedure: laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy Information about me: 30 years old, cisgender female, married, and completely childfree. I asked Dr. Chapman if she had done this procedure on younger patients, and she says that she will do more thorough counseling with younger patients, but in the end will sterilize if that is what the patient wants. NB this doctor may want multiple consultations and a wait time before moving forward with sterilisation.
Woodbury
Jennifer Flynn, MD of MetroOBGYN. My primary care doctor referred me to her when I asked about permanent sterilization. Our first office visit was great! She gave me the spiel about 'oh you might change your mind' but she didn't press me on it or bingo me at all when I said I was 110% sure I wanted this. We discussed options and I chose to remove my tubes. We set a date and the whole thing was a breeze. The surgery was great - she has a fantastic demeanor and although I've probably spoken to her for less than an hour total, I realy like her. She's super friendly! I'm 27F, unmarried, no kids.
Biloxi
Dr. David Taylor, Bilateral Salpingectomy, 24yo. Had no pushback when I asked for the procedure, just asked to make sure I knew it was permanent. Super nice, amazing bedside manner.
Gulfport/Biloxi
Dr. Jason P. Shannon. Not judgemental at all. Isn't CF himself, but totally supports and understands the reasons a couple may want to be "DINKs" for life. Very easy going and understood where I was coming from in my decision to have a vasectomy. Bonus points he lets you choose how you want to have the procedure done (no scapel, scapel, etc.) and explained the ups/downs of each. If I ever need urology care in the future this is my go to guy.
Flowood
Dr. Lindsey Turner East Lakeland ObGyn 1020 River Oaks Drive, Suite 320 Flowood Ms 39232, "Usually I prefer at least 2 months between first consult and procedure."
+1 Dr Turner, Procedure: Tubal Ligation About me: 30yo female, 0 pregnancies, childfree since 21yo. Dr. Turner is an amazing doctor! I explained to her that I did not want children, and she literally said it’s my body my choice and that she would do the surgery. The best part? Tubal ligation is covered by insurance! Bilateral salpingectomy will cost money, however. She took the time to explain what all will happen during the 20 minute surgery and what all I would need for recovery.
+1 Dr. Turner. April 2024. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor.
+1 Dr. Turner. Dec 2024. Dr. Didn’t bingo me but said she’s ok doing bisalp because I can always do IVF later if I change my mind. Might have pushback if you want a hysterectomy. No exam required and I was scheduled for surgery exactly 30 days out from my first appointment with her so it was super fast turn around.
Gulfport
Dr. Jonathan Jones, MD. I am 25 with no children, and Dr. Jones performed a bilateral salpingectomy for me. I am married, but he agreed to the procedure before I shared my marital status. At my first appointment, I asked him specifically for a bisalp, and he agreed to this procedure immediately. Absolutely no bingos. He just wanted to make sure I understood the risks, including regret. He was incredibly thorough in all aspects. Following the surgery, he told me that he only wants what is best for his patients and will perform this surgery on any adult who wishes to have this procedure. I wholeheartedly recommend him.
Hattiesburg
Dr. Troy McIntire(Tubal). Everyone at the Women's Pavilion is super nice and very supportive.
Dr. Shantele Bolton at the Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Performed a bilateral salpingectomy for single, CF 25 year-old female. No bingoes, super understanding and values bodily autonomy, just wanted to make sure I was certain.
Dr. John Moore, urologist in Hattiesburg, MS, will perform vasectomies on men without children. He performed one on my husband.
Dr. Ben Moore, hysterectomy. I am a 37F with no children and had a hysterectomy in September 2023. At no point asked if I already had children. I have a history of painful and heavy periods and after seeing him for a few years contacted him about my interest in a hysterectomy. He set up a surgical consult visit and scheduled my hysterectomy. It was discovered during my hysterectomy that I had severe scarring from endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and borderline ovarian tumors that caused the unplanned removal of my ovaries as well. Not everyone at Women’s Pavilion in Hattiesburg does hysterectomies for the childfree. I asked Dr. William L. Pace at Women’s Pavilion to do one because of intense period pain ten years ago, and he would not explicitly because I did not already have children, despite the fact that I was single and unmarried.
Jackson
Dr. Mark Condon(vasectomy). I showed up to the consult without my wife and the extent of him grilling me was: "So you don't want kids?" I said no, and he immediately moved forward to the content of the consult. Incredibly professional and warm. Him and the whole crew put me at ease during the procedure.
Dr. Allen M. Haraway(vasectomy). Serious couples are ok, unknown on individuals however.
Meridian
Dr Alyse Hobgood Boswell. I saw Dr. Boswell, at Rush Hospital, in Meridian, MS. I am 30F, Married, No children. Had a Hysterectomy Bilateral Salpingectomy (removed Tubes, Uterus & Cervix).
Olive Branch
Dr. Charles Ryan. He's not the nicest but he will do a bilateral salpingectomy with little to no push back.
Oxford
Dr. Brent Hardin. He isn't childfree himself, but was very respectful of my autonomy as a patient. I'm 25, have no kids (obviously), and went in for the consultation without my wife, and he only asked if she was aware that I was coming in so that he would know how to field questions should she come to the office asking about me. There was no grilling during the consultation. He asked if I wanted kids, said he was required to tell me to consider sperm banking, and that he's had some people actually make use of it, and then moved right along with the consultation. I was extremely satisfied with the procedure itself. I've had next to no pain following the surgery, and the staff has made sure to follow up with me about after care and to discuss any concerns I may have had.
Southhaven
Dr. Alicia Wright at MOGA in Memphis Tennessee and Southaven Mississippi. 901 843 1500 There are multiple addresses she rotates through in Memphis and Southaven. She is patient, kind, and VERY empathetic. There are many other doctors at the practices but I can't speak for them. The nurses on staff have always been understanding of my traumatic past as well. If anyone is a SA survivor, MOGA is the place to go.
Dr. Daniel Lee - MOGA. Bilateral salpingectomy. Great nurses, understanding & personable doctor, no pushback/dissuasion; large, clean facility; multiple locations, friendly staff, and lastly, no need for sterilization binder if seeing Dr. Lee!
Starkville
Dr Sarah Rentrop, MD. She was SUPER nice and understanding of all my reasons. Didn't try to bingo me at all and was very respectful to my life views and beliefs. She scheduled the vasectomy for the next week. So I was sterilized with no-scapel vasectomy on February 7th 2023 and had 0 issues at all, just typical vasectomy recovery healing. My Medicare insurance covered all of the vasectomy, except I had to pay $63 dollars out of pocket ( I think the total bill was around $1000 or so dollars.)
Chester Lott- Starkville Clinic for Women 100 Medical Park Dr. Starkville, MS 39759. Bisalpingectomy Cost: $0 My age: 28 Marital status: married Childfree status: Adamantly childfree. Said "you're old enough to decide whether you want to have children." Was given a surgery appointment the same day I requested the procedure. Bingos: None except a required acknowledgement that it is permanent.
-1 Dr. Lott in Starkville MS. I went to see him last year to discuss a hysterectomy for my endometriosis. Not only did he refuse, denied my documented diagnosis of endometriosis, but he made very inappropriate comments about my "healthy, small, never-had-a-child" uterus, and said men don't "cut their balls off" when they don't want kids. I was not there regarding sterilization, and yet the conversation got steered into him trying to talk me out of my childfree position. He does not need to be on your list.
Belton
Steven D. Nash M.D. Kansas City Urology Care. Performed a vasectomy for a single 28 year old.
Bolivar
Dr. Sarah Kallberg, DO CMH OB/GYN & Pediatric Clinic, 1195 N. Oakland Avenue Bolivar, MO 65613, 417-777-8131. Aug 2024. Bisalp and ablation on 29-year-old redditor. Dr. Kallberg was absolutely amazing . I didn't get bingoed once. The nurse even made a fun little comment after I did my pregnancy test, "pregnancy test was negative, now let's go make sure it's negative forever." It honestly could not have gone any better and I'm so happy with my decision!
Bridgeton
Dr. Hamnah T Siddiqui MD SSM Health 12277 DePaul Dr., Suite 305, Bridgeton MO 63044, 314-344-7585. On my first visit with her as my new doctor she approved me to get a total tubal ligation. I was open with her about being autistic and bisexual, I'm not sure if that was a factor or not in her saying yes so readily.
+1 Dr. Siddiqui. July 2024. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor.
Columbia
Dr. Sara Crowder Mid Missouri Gynecologic Oncology. New Patients: 855-203-2315. Used DaVinci robotics on a 33 year old woman to perform laparoscopic removal of uterus, fallopian tubes, and cervix.
Dr Cupp. Dr cupp is supper great, just gave a pamphlet to read and scheduled an appointment for vasectomy. Procedured went fast and smooth.
Dr Leah Smith. Bilateral Salpingectomy 25F. May have age restrictions, use with caution under 25's.
Dr. Gretchen Stiefel with Women's Health Associates in Columbia, MO. Bilateral Salpingectomy First meeting with her (I had been with WHA, but my OB/GYN retired), expressed my desire for a BiSalp, she made sure I knew of my options as I already had an IUD, said it was just as reliable as permanent sterilization without the surgical risks, but did not try to dissuade me. I received a phone call later that day from the surgical scheduler and had my surgery planned. About me: 32, no children, married. Only questions asked were "You never want children? You understand this is permanent?" Day of surgery I was only asked once to confirm I had no change of heart. Would highly recommend anyone in the Columbia area to see Dr. Stiefel for their sterilization. Insurance covered the procedure 100%, though I do owe for the hospital expenses (anesthesia, nurses, recovery room, etc)
Claudia Nicholas Women’s Health Associates in Columbia, MO Performed a BiSalp on a 28 year old divorced woman, no children, one miscarriage.
Dr. Mistie P. Mills is absolutely amazing. She approved me for a bilateral salpingectomy on the first visit. I am 26F, married, no previous children and no plans of having any. She was very straightforward, explained the risks and benefits to me, and did not pressure or try to sway me in any way. Absolutely no bingos. All she wanted to know was that this was what I really wanted and she immediately scheduled me for surgery. I felt supported, heard, and respected the whole time. Surgery went wonderfully. 10/10 great experience.
Dr Sarah Bernard at Women's Health Associates/Boone Hospital in Columbia, MO. She performed a tubal ligation on me and didn't push back at all when I initially asked, plus the turnaround was super quick.
Dr. Kirby Woodall, Columbia Missouri. Performed bilateral salpingectomy on 34 y/o married woman. Very easy consult and procedure scheduling. I had a sterilization binder ready but didn't need it, she just asked a handful of questions and scheduled the procedure. No bingos and didn't make me feel uncomfortable or infantilized in any way. Missouri does make you sign paperwork and wait 30 days but I was prepared for that so no issues there.
Dr. Rose Todd at MU Health Care to the list. I (28f) had a bilateral salpingectomy done at 28 years old. Dr. Todd didn't question me on my decision, or ask to hear any reasons why I wanted to be sterilized. She only asked if I had questions about the procedure, walked me through the surgery, then had me sign forms. She was extremely respectful, and congratulated me on making a choice for my own body. Highly recommend her!
Karen Thies, DO - Columbia, MO through MU Health Care. 32F, in a long term relationship but unmarried with no kids. Bilateral salpingectomy Dec 2024. Dr. Thies asked me why I wanted the procedure and then on the day of the surgery I was asked to confirm that I knew other birth control options were available but otherwise no questions asked. About 3 weeks from initial consult to surgery.
Joplin
Megan Carlson, DO, 1532 W 32nd St Suite 401, Joplin, MO 64804 Freeman Women's Healthcare Associates. Performed bilateral salpingectomy August of 2021. 25, single, no children. Was willing to preform the surgery due to age (25) and having already tried Nexplanon and Mirena IUD. Insurance covered full cost. Waited 3 months for operation after first appointment. NB this doctor may not be open to sterilising people who haven't already tried LARCs
Dr. Jeffrey Cox (Tubal Ligation and Ablation) 1532 W 32nd St Ste 201 Joplin, MO 64804, (417) 624-1711
Dr. Bryan Barnes, DO. Performed no-scalpel vasectomy on married 23/M without children. Very professional and experienced doctor, no bingos or other trouble, and was ready to perform the procedure almost immediately. $700 before insurance.
Dr Chandler for Visalia, no bingos at all, did the appointment within a month of seeing him for the first time. 1532 W 32nd St Suite 201, Joplin, MO 64804.
Jefferson City
Sarah Dunn with Capital Region Physicians, performed bilateral salpingectomy on 24 yo female, no kids. "She said she would do it at my first appointment as long as I had a one month follow up with her to confirm I wanted the surgery". Dr Dunn's nurse has contacted us to advise, "She has completed Bilateral Salpingectomies on a lot women throughout the years who have been unmarried and without children. The only requirement that she has is that you have to be 21, Medicare requires you to be 21, patients have ti sign a form confirming they are over 21 and are aware that this is permanent. She also requires that they come in twice, once for a consult and then a follow up a month later just to make sure they haven’t changed their mind and then we schedule surgery. The youngest patient we have had was 21 and she was child free. Our phone number is 573-632-5510, address is 1125 Madison Street, Jefferson City, Missouri 65101."
Dr. Sheila Carnett at Capital Regions in Jefferson City will absolutely support you and preform the procedure. I was 24 when she performed my bilateral salpingectomy and it was so easy! I basically walked in her office and told her I wanted it done and she scheduled it right away. She asked a few questions and whatnot, but she didn’t give me any hassle.
Dr. Jodi Berendzen She sterilized me in 2020 with no question or pushback at all. I was 34 and had no children.
Kansas City
Dr. Monica Franzen, MD 4320 Wornall Road, Suite 720, Kansas City, MO 64111, 816-531-2111. Nov 2024. Bisalp on 36-year-old redditor. She never questioned my decision or made me feel judged at all. She didn’t try to push any alternatives. She’s very professsional and caring and everything went very smoothly.
Dr. Lori A. Kramer, MD Saint Luke's Women's Health North, 5844 Northwest Barry Road, Suite 310, Kansas City, MO 64154, 816-880-1025. Oct. 2024. Bisalp on 21-year-old redditor. She has been my gyno since I was 18. Absolutely zero bingos the entire time. In my consultation, all she asked me was how long I had been thinking about it and she made sure I knew it was 100% permanent.
Dr. Austin Findley KU Medical Center: (913) 588-1227. Approved 29/F unmarried CF woman for bilateral salpingectomy. Only questions asked were to ensure I understood the procedure's permanence and the inherent risks of surgery, and that I was sure this is what I wanted. Made a point of affirming that I'm an adult capable of determining what's best for myself.
Dr. Madhuri Reddy KU Medical Center: (913) 588-9200. Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy. Approved 28/F unmarried woman. Never asked about me having a partner. Approved over Zoom appointment during pandemic. Mentioned she's wary on doing it on patients under 25 with no children. Asked me what I would do if I hypothetically regretted my decision later. I told her in that unlikely event that I would adopt because I believe a lot of people have children they can't take care of who long for a home. She asked me why I wanted this and I said that it's something I've wanted since I was old enough to know better. That I wanted my decision as an adult to not want to procreate to be taken as seriously as people take a 16 year old who says she wants to keep her baby. Approved me right after that. Extremely nice and never asked "are your sure?" Even right before the surgery, just asked how I was feeling. Really felt like she took what I was saying seriously and never made me feel like I didn't know what I wanted.
Dr. Sarah Newman (Bilateral Salpingectomy in 32yo unmarried woman with no children) Meritas North Kansas City Hospital
Dr. Courtney Angell[Rockhill Women's Care]
Dr. Tracia West, MD Northland OBGYN, 2529 Glenn Hendren Dr., Medical Plaza East, Suite 200, Liberty, MO 64068, 816-781-7820. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. She approved me immediately. Doctor is childfree herself and was wonderfully supportive and excited to hear about this community and wanted to be on the list.
+1 Dr West, I (27F, no kids, no partner) had a bilateral salpingectomy done late September after seeing Dr Tracia West at Northland Obstetrics and Gynecology for the first time for a routine OBGYN visit mid-July. No bingos, just the usual questions to make sure I know it's permanent/irreversible and that no one has coerced me to come in and ask for sterilization, stuff like that. Everyone was so kind and caring during the whole thing, no nurses bingo'd me either!
+1 Dr. Tracia West. She didn't need any convincing on why I wanted to be sterilized (bilateral salpingectomy). She immediately agreed, and just wanted to make sure that I knew what it would mean. She didn't even ask about my partner. She told me that she was going on call to help people get sterilized faster, after the Roe v. Wade thing went down.
+1 Dr. West. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. Two months of waiting for the consult appointment, then 6 weeks for the surgery. Absolutely no bingos, a few questions like "how long have you known, do you know what the procedure entails, do you know that it means you can't get pregnant without IVF". I was very comfortable with Dr West and her nurses, everything was explained simply, all questions answered, never felt judged.
Dr Laura Wolfe from Northland Womens Health located in North Kansas City/Liberty, MO. Liberty and North KC. This facility has an all female staff. In 2019 I was 24yo. I had spent 4 years looking for one that would do it. Found her. She requested a 6 month call back window from me just to confirm it all. Yes she knew I had been searching for someone. She just had to say ill give you 6 months, as long as you call within the next 6 months, we can have you on the table in 2 weeks. Since it was my first appointment with her, I couldn't do much more in that initial appointment, that's why the 6 months call was requested to set up that following appointment. 3 weeks later I sat recovering at home on the weekend. She actually burned my tubes away as her comment of "when you know you don't want kids, I make it happen without asking personal questions" She only gave me the basic run down questions for health needs and then the run through of surgical procedures/potential issues. I still see her for my yearly and will continue to do so for any future lady needs.
Dr. Jackie Werner at NKC Hospital. No bingos whatsoever by her and her staff, amazing bedside manner, just reiterated that it's permanent but that "it's always a person bearing a uterus's choice on what to do with their body, and I'm just here to make that happen". Also mentioned that she only does IUD insertion with anesthetic because she sees no reason to make people suffer and said that I was by no means the youngest person she's given a bisalp to because I'm an adult and can make my own decisions. She's absolutely the best doctor I have ever had, barring none.
Dr. Rebecca Hamel Kansas City MO. Performed bisalp on 40 year old married child free female. Did not ask that my husband be with me at appointment. She is the best doctor I’ve ever interacted with of any specialty. She is very pro- whatever a woman wants. She wears an IUD on her name tag. She explained everything without making it seem like she was questioning my choice. Very supportive and just covered the basic ramifications of permanent vs other long term options for birth control. Cannot recommend enough.
Dr Sara Reynolds at University Health in KC, MO. I am 27, married, childfree, and I had a Hysterectomy with bisalp. When I first asked her about sterilization in 2021, I wasn't quite ready to move forward, but wanted to see what my options were. She addressed all of my concerns and told me right away if I came back to her office and said I'm sure I want to do it, she'll sterilize me. I ended up with a full hysto because of a large fibroid that made it medically necessary regardless.
Kansas City/Liberty
Dr. James Magera, performed a vasectomy on a 27-year-old married male [Urology Specialists] — http://www.urologyspecialistskc.com/
Dr. Tricia West bilateral salpingectomy 22, single, no children or desire to have children Made an appointment for a consult to happen on March 28, and I was in the operating room on April 14. I have BCBS through an employer, so they are paying for the procedure. No bingos, just confirmation that I 150% don't want to be able to get pregnant.
Independence
[Dr Robert Caffrey](independencewomensclinic.com). Performed a bilateral salpingectomy on an unmarried 26/F without any hassle or bingos. I was seeing him for a few years before bringing it up, but not sure if that’d make a difference. Affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center
Lee's Summit
Dr. Sarah R Pearl, DO, 2737 North East McBaine Dr, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64064 (816) 251-5780. Performed a tubal ligation on a single 27 year old woman with no children. Dr. Pearl only asked if I was sure this was the decision I wanted to make for my body before approving me for surgery. When asked if she had any hesitation due to my age she responded that it was not her place to decide what I do to my body and that my age didn't matter. I asked her if she would be comfortable being added to this list and she said she would love to be added so other women can get the medical care they need. Doctor's Statement: "I am an OBGYN. I offer bilateral salpingectomy to child free patients over the age of 21. LGBTQ friendly: I offer hysterectomies to trans patients and manage pregnancies for transmen, lesbian, and surrogates to male partners. The office accepts Missouri Medicaid and most private insurance carriers.”
-1 "I went in for a bilateral salp and endometriosis care consultation. She kept pushing birth control on me as first line treatment for both not wanting kids and to treat the endometriosis after I told her multiple times I did not want to go that route. Then she threatens to cancel the surgery since 'I’m clearly not comfortable with the surgery' even though my only problem was her repeatedly insisting on inserting an IUD during the bilateral salp. I talked with her manager which was no help, she only talked her up as the best doctor and only offered to “chat” with her about the ordeal. I’m now set to see a different doctor but now I have to wait another 2 months to do so. She also had zero bedside manner and ignored some of the things I said."
Dr. Mary Brulja Rockhill Women’s Care, 20 NE St. Luke’s Blvd., Suite 310, Lee’s Summit, MO, 64086, 816-282-7809 (Also in Overland Park, KS) Doctor’s statement:" I’m a board certified OB/GYN happy to provide sterilization for patients who are medically fit. I have no age, marital status, or previous childbearing limitations/requirements."
Liberty
Dr. Ward W. Ohlhausen, MD. 2529 Glenn Hendren Dr #200, Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 323-5345. Bilateral Salpingectomy. 31F, Single, CF my entire life. He was able to give me my consultation within a month of my call, and he scheduled me out for one month. During the appointment, I went in ready to come in and have to defend myself and my choices and he stated "You don't need to do that, you're an adult and know what you want, so I have no reason to prevent you from making your own decisions. I'm just here to help you. " it was extremely simple, and he made the process so comfortable. With insurance, I paid 576 in full (paying in full gives a 15% discount). 0 bingoes, 0 push back.
North Kansas City
Dr. Beena J. Green (she/her). Meritas Obstetrics and Gynecology North Kansas City, MO 64116 (816) 468-7800. My practice is in the Medical Pavilion of North Kansas City Hospital. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and practice gender affirming care.
+1 Dr Green, tubal ligation on 19F, no bingos, easy to get in and get scheduled.
O'fallon
Cory Miller, MD 20 Progress Point Pkwy, O'Fallon, MO 63368. (636) 344-1073 Very easy to talk to, believes in patient autonomy and is willing sterilize anyone over 21, state law doesn't permit him to do so to women under 21.
Dr. Christina L. Byron, MD Mercy Clinic Women's Health, 300 Winding Woods Drive, Suite 100, O Fallon, MO 63366, 636-240-0130. LBGTQ+ friendly. Neurodivergent friendly. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 30-year-old CF redditor. Didn't question my decision besides making sure I do not want children and making sure I understand it is 100% permanent. She has no age/previous children/marriage requirements. She is an absolute angel and a gem. I feel respected and seen. I chose to schedule 4 weeks out but her scheduler provided opportunities as soon as one week out. Coded/billed surgery such that I will not be be owing anything as far as I know.
Rolla
Dr. Timothy Isakson. Phelps County Regional Medical Center. Bilateral Salpingectomy. Approved at 23 y/o, not married, no children. Two consultations and a psych evaluation
Nathan Ratchford 1050 West 10th Street Rolla, Missouri 65401 573-426-2229 Bilateral Salpingectomy 33, not married, childfree. I spoke with Dr. Ratchford at my annual exam about sterilization. He did ask if I had a partner and if a vasectomy was an option because it is less invasive. Once I said that I would prefer to take care of own birth control, he respected that and moved on. We talked through the options and I told him that I would prefer to have the bilateral salpingectomy. He immediately scheduled my procedure for about a month later. I had to sign papers that consented to sterilization, but otherwise, no one ever questioned by decision.
Dr Pennycook and Dr Harden, both provided bilateral salpingectomies for 21 year olds. They both work in the women’s health department of Phelps Health Hospital (formerly Phelps County Regional Medical Center).
Springfield
Dr. Stanczyk - tied my tubes (lap bilateral with fallopian ring) 29 year old female not married, single, no kids. Still has surgery rights at Cox, only does the surgery on Mondays. I received the hospital bill of $15084 I paid nothing, however Cox and Mercy are in network. The surgery itself was $1372 and was billed through Mercy. Anesthesia $400 billed through Ozark anesthesia association and the remaining 13K+ was billed through Cox as hospital fees.
Dr Tillman 28 female. Married. No kids. Received hysterectomy and tube removal. Dr Tillman was amazing, said he would do it even if I wasn't married.
Dr. Kristy Ann McCall, MD The Turner Center- CoxHealth, 1000 East Primrose Street, Suite 400, Springfield, MO 65807, 417-269-7900. Plus size friendly. Sept 2024. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor. I am so grateful to my doctor, she was amazing and I’m so glad my first experience on this journey was so easy. All the people who worked my case were amazing as well and there was no judgement on their side toward me.
St Louis
Dr Elizabeth Wegleitner 1000 Des Peres Road, Suite 300, St. Louis, MO 63131 (314) 919-2600. Bisalp on 40s redditor. Body-positive doctor. I'm overweight/obese and had zero issues getting my bisalp with Dr Elizabeth Wegleitner with Mercy hospitals in St Louis, MO. I'm in my 40s, so idk if she operates on young people, but I bet she does. She never once questioned my choice, nor did I ever feel embarrassed, shamed, or otherwise uncomfortable about my desires or my body. Nov 2022.
+1 Dr. Elizabeth Wegleitner at 1000 Des Peres Rd, Suite 300 St. Louis MO. I’m a 39F, single, no kids and she did a total hysterectomy on me March 2024. She never questioned my choice and didn’t make me try x number of other options. She listened and I was heard. She is LGBTQ+ friendly. Her, and her office, are also trauma informed.
Contraceptive Choice Clinic in St. Louis, MO recently helped me get my bisalp approved and covered by my insurance. They didn’t bingo or talk down to me either.
Dr. Emily Sammons of Heartland Women’s Healthcare as an OBGYN who does tubal salpingectomy with no questions asked really. I am in my very early 30s and went in to ask to have my tubes removed and she said okay. She said it was my choice to do it regardless of having children before or having a man sign off. The only time she is a little more hesitant is if some one is 19/20 coming in asking for it but she isn’t opposed. She did point out you can technically get pregnant through IVF. She can only perform the surgery out of Progress West Hospital as SSM is a religious hospital and won’t allow the surgery. It took about two months to get the surgery. Progress West has some block surgery schedule and the procedure needs to be squeezed in. I had the surgery a few weeks ago and have recovered. 10/10. Heartland Women's Healthcare 1000 Edgewater Point, Ste 200, Lake St. Louis, MO 63367 618-997-5266
Dr Taryn M. White, MD. 314.912.2589. Bilatersal salpingectomy. Doctor was receptive from first visit, respectful of LGBTQ/marginalized identity & not wanting biological children while single, as well as medical complications.
+1 (Dr Taryn M. White, MD) on the sterilization list. She was amazing! LGBTQ friendly as well ❤️. I (32F) went in for my well-womans and told her I was worried about my bc failing and with everything going on in the world, how nervous I was. She recommended a bilateral salpingectomy before I could ask about one! I'm so grateful I didn't have to plead my case at all. She just got it! I'm now three weeks post-op. She preformed the procedure herself, it went incredibly smooth and genuinely painless. Also mini shout-out to the staff at BJC hospital for having all the nicest nurses and staff while I was there too.
+1 (Dr Taryn M. White, MD) I'm only 22 years old but when I asked Dr. White for a bilateral salpingectomy she didn't hesitate or even question it. I had a whole spiel prepared and all she said was okay, let's get it scheduled! The whole team at BJC was awesome, very willing to explain everything and I never once got bingoed.
+1 Dr. Taryn White. July 2024. Bisalp on 21-year-old redditor. Dr. White was extremely nice and never once questioned me about why I wanted to be sterilized. She actually had me approved and scheduled for surgery the first day I met with her. She came across as very inclusive, and I appreciated that about her.
Dr. Christopher Jaeger - St. Lukes Hospital - St. Louis. Walked in, told him I have no kids, unmarried. Approved me at age 25. Very nice about it, no judgement, only asked if I was certain I want this done. He explained the risk but beyond that, he was fine with doing it.
Dr. Colleen McNicholas, Tubal Ligation, Essure, Bilateral Salpingectomy (approved at 25 y/o), Barnes Jewish Hospital Center for Advanced Medicine (314) 362-4211
[Dr. Hawatmeh, Dr. Frederick Walters](www.southcountyurological.com), South County Urological
Dr. Eric Strand, Barnes Jewish Hospital; Approved a tubal ligation for a 25 y/o. Very considerate and wanted to make sure that I was aware of all options. NB this doctor will be moving to Cleveland and it is currently unclear which practice he will be moving to.
Dr. David Eisenberg, Barnes-Jewish Hospital. 314-362-4211. Approved hysterectomy for a 27 y/o as well as other childfree women. LGBT friendly. NB do not be specific about sterilisation when calling for an appointment, one of the receptionists is antichildfree and will refuse to schedule you in.
+1 Dr. David Eisenberg. He approved me (25F, single, no kids) for a bilateral salpingectomy without hesitation or having met me before. He also knew to code the procedure such that it would not cost me a fortune. Extremely kind and respectful. I had surgery the next month.
+1 Dr. Eisenberg did a bilateral salpingectomy for me as a 26 y/o, unmarried, CF, female. At no point did I ever feel like I didn't have strong support from the team. They made it clear what was being told to me because MO requires them to say it. They offered to tell me about other options during my pre-counseling and didn't hesitate to move forward when I declined.
Dr Alampur V. Kumari, MD - I can't say enough great things about her. The only questions she really had were to once again discuss sterilization vs a vasectomy for my partner and the procedure risks. She also took the time to explain each sterilization procedure she performed, and I had my surgery just about a month after that consultation. Also, she diagnosed me with endo, removed the endo tissue present, and dealt with an ovarian cyst during the procedure. Her office number is 314-567-8273, and it take a couple of calls to get the initial appointment. I don't have any children, I am unmarried, and I'm in my late 20s and neither doctor had any issues with that.
Dr. Margaret Baum - Approved for bisalp at 25 with no children. No questions asked, very positive, was adamant that this was my decision and no one else's business but my own when I thanked her for her no-judgement approach. Originally referred via Planned Parenthood in the CWE.
+1 Dr Baum, approved single 23yo with no children for both bisalp and endometrial ablation, didn't demand justification at all. Also seen through Planned Parenthood; she performed the surgery itself at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
+1 Dr. Margaret Baum in St. Louis, MO who is a surgeon that works through Planned Parenthood, and that’s how I found out about her. Everyone at Planned Parenthood was very informative and non-judgmental when I mentioned looking into surgical sterilization as birth control. They set up a consult with her for me right away. Dr. Baum was kind, educational, and took the time to answer my questions thoughtfully in person and over the phone following the consult. She was very respectful of me and didn’t ask invasive questions, try to make me wait or deny access, or push other birth control options. She just made sure I fully understood the option of surgery. She also allowed me to take my time after the consult to ensure it was the right choice for me before scheduling and I wasn’t required to do a second consult or jump through any hoops, but she was willing to speak with me again before the procedure for to go back over it all for my comfort! I highly recommend her to anyone in the St. Louis area looking to have this done.
[Dr. Gurdarshan Sandhu](health.usnews.com/doctors/gurdarshan-sandhu-833524), MD, FRCS through the Mercy Healthcare system in St. Louis, Missouri. 607 S. New Ballas Rd. Suite 3100, 63141. (314) 251-8850. Vasectomy. I am a child free 28 year old married man. It was a referral from my primary care physician and I had it booked within a month.
Dr Tammy Sonn. She did my bilateral salpingectomy when I was 35. (She actually suggested it as I have a family history of gynecological cancers). She’s a wonderful gyn overall. I am married but that did not even come up during the consult. I have no children. Very easy procedure plus she has a wonderful bedside manner!
Asim Razzaq, MD Urology of St. Louis. Got vasectomy at 24 and had no push back. All he asked is if I had kids and I said no and that I never wanted one. He asked if I was sure. I said yes. That was it! Then explained the procedure and the risks and I had the surgery 3 weeks later. You may have the same luck with other doctors in the same practice but that's who I used.
Dr. Melissa Tepe in St. Louis, MO. She was very friendly, never questioned my (28F) reasons for wanting to be sterilized, and firmly believes women should have final say in what we do with our bodies. Surgery went well, the doctors at Barnes Jewish were all incredible. My surgical team was all women, most of whom were POC.
Dr. Bridget S. Rutledge in Saint Louis, Missouri USA., laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. I was 23, no children, and unmarried. I have had a previous pregnancy at 18 but had a miscarriage -- Dr. Rutledge acknowledged the traumatic experience of that and honored my choice to be permanently sterilized.
Dr. Jennifer Mitchell with Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. I did not have to justify why I wanted the procedure and she did not exhibit any judgment for my decision to want one without already having children. Bilateral salpingectomy.
Dr. Makeba Williams, Center for Advanced Medicine – South County, 5201 Midamerica Place,St. Louis, MO 63129 as well as Barnes Jewish Hospital. -Performed my bilateral salpingectomy in Dec 2022. I am a 31yo AFAB queer/trans person with no children and no desire for any. She gave a thorough consult without a billion questions about "what ifs"- instead it was all "do you understand this procedure is permanent, do you understand risks of anesthesia, are you sure." And I got approved in my first visit with her. Very queer/trans affirming. Works in the same office as Gillian Schivone, another doctor on this list.
Dr. James Hobby. 4251 Forest Park Ave Saint Louis, Missouri, 63108. 24F, Single/Never married, Childfree/Never pregnant. Bilateral Salpingectomy. I had my procedure done in August 2022. Dr. Hobby was super friendly and incredibly professional. He never once gave me pushback nor questioned my decision. I was only asked how long I had been considering the procedure and made sure I knew it was permanent. Dr. Hobby and his whole surgical team were very informative and personable and made the entire process stress-free. My insurance only fully covers tubal ligations, but still covered the majority of the cost. Originally referred through Planned Parenthood in Saint Peters, Missouri.
Dr Kristen Waterbury, St Louis MO, USA, Bilateral Salpingectomy(Removal of the fallopian tubes), 35yo, She agreed to my sterilization at my first appt with her, no questions asked!
Dr Christine Taylor, bilateral salpingectomy August 2024. 25, married, Childfree. I initially got into the office as a patient under her nurse practitioner, specifically Jordan, because wait times for the doctor herself for new patients were months longer. It ultimately only took about 2 months from the initial NP appointment - consult - the procedure. They accepted my Medicare and Private UHC and my partners IL medicaid. Zero cost with insurance. Absolutely no unnecessary questions or comments. She explained that as a mother herself, she understands that it's just not for everyone. During my partners prodecure she even took care of their endometriosis.
St. Joseph
Dr. Krikor Partamian, Urology - approved vasectomy for 26M, married, no kids. 2303 Village Drive St. Joseph, MO 64506. (816) 232-6818
Heidi McLaughlin St. Joseph, Missouri Bilateral salpingectomy laparoscopic 26f, married, childfree. I went to my consultation appointment without my husband. There were no bingoes at all. She didn't even ask what my husband thought (though he is on board). She explained the risks of the surgery, and she asked if I was sure about my decision. I affirmed that I was, and that was that!
Independence
Dr. Smith, Advanced Urological Associates* (2018 Oct 25 | MOD NOTE : According to original submitter, Dr. Smith no longer works at this place. No current cf-status known about the other practitioners at the place!)
Springfield
Dr. Matthew Weis, Cox Hospital, Springfield, MO.. Bisalp for 20F . Two weeks from new patient appointment to surgery. Incredibly validating, respectful, and supportive.
Barbara Wotherspoon Mercy Clinic 1965 S Fremont Ave #270, Springfield, MO 65804 (417)820-3890 : Agreed to sterilize me the first time I asked. Didn't question me, she just scheduled the procedure. I know she does the Essure procedure, but I'm not sure about any other procedures. She is an excellent doctor who also doesn't have children (though I don't think she is necessarily childfree). She is extremely professional and believes that women should have control over their body no matter their age or reproductive history.
Dr. Geoffery Stanczyk, Mercy Smith Glynn Callaway Clinic, willing to sterilize 29F with no kids via tubal ligation with clips. Does not do bilateral salpingectomy procedure. Procedure has to be performed at Cox Surgery Center due to Mercy's Catholic philosophies against birth control, so check coverage with your insurance.
Dr. Megan Christine Rooney 1000 East Primrose Street, Suite 210 Springfield, Missouri (417). Body-positive, no judgement for overweight or obese patients. 28, not married, I hadn't been to a gynecologist since I was 17 due to lack of insurance. Today (2/22/22) was my first appointment with Dr. Rooney. When I scheduled my appointment, I made it clear I wanted to discuss sterilization options. She performs bilateral salpingectomies and informed me of what the procedure consists of and said it's a permanent form of birth control and said that her nurse will call me on Thursday to schedule the surgery. I told her I was fully expecting to fight for the procedure, and she simply stated that if a patient of hers wants to be sterilized, it's her job to inform them about the procedure and complete it- not to dictate whether or not they want kids. Overall was an extremely good experience, and I definitely recommend Dr. Rooney for anyone in the Springfield area!
+1 Dr Rooney, I am 33 years old with no kids, and she was SO supportive! No bingo'ing or asking about future regrets. Scheduled for surgery the same day as consult. Fantastic experience!
+1 Dr Rooney, I have been waiting since I was 12 to have my uterus removed. She wasn't pressuring me, she allowed me to tell my story, and went through the options, and recommended based off of my health and history I chose the hysterectomy. The office ladies were super nice, however because that office does do obstretrics there are baby photos and someone might just be surround by pregnant people. I couldn't recommend Danielle Rooney enough. I called they were able to set up appointments right away, they always called back in a timely manner. I just have to sing their praises.
+1 Dr. Rooney, Jan 2023. Bisalp on 26-year-old redditor. She didn't question my decision, and I felt no judgment during the process. I am 5' (152 cm) and 250 lbs (113 kg), so I am considered obese, but weight was never brought up as an issue. She explained the surgery (bisalp) and ensured that I was aware the procedure was permanent. My surgery was scheduled about 3 months out (not a requirement, just the soonest availability), but I was able to get it moved up by over a month by calling to check for cancellations nearly every day. They remembered my name from calling so often and followed up when a cancellation came up. I felt supported by every staff member I interacted with throughout the entire process.
Mary Duff in Springfield Missouri at Cox South. Super cool lady, no bingos. Im 36 years old, no children.
St. Charles County
Dr. Kirsten M. McDaniel, DO. & Marcy E. Haley, WHNP. Winghaven Women's Care Inc @ Progress West Hospital (BJC System). 20 Progress Point Parkway, Suite 200 O'Fallon, MO 63368. (636) 928-4884. Agreed to sterilize upon first mention. Refers to procedure as a tubal, but states that more often now they remove entire tube due to effectiveness & reduction of cancer risk. Did ask if absolutely sure, but no argument afterwards. MUST NOTE: More willing to sterilize someone such as myself who is in their 30s, with a stable life & relationship, BUT admits that though she thinks still a bit young, some women in their 20s DO know what they want & are firm in their decision. SO basically not 100% CF, but not 100% anti-CF either.
Warrensburg
Dr. Ashley Alumbaugh, bilateral salpingectomy on a mid 30s, childfree, married female. I had my sterilization binder, and she stopped me before I went into my speech and said, “you’re an adult, this is your body. Is this what you want to do?” I said yes and she called her nurse in to schedule. I’ve never felt so validated in my bodily autonomy. Wait time of 6ish weeks due to preplanned vacations for both. Accepts a wide array of insurance.
Anaconda
Dr. Silddy Atilano - Community Hospital of Anaconda - Bisalp on 28 year old. Very kind, experienced, and trusts women to make their own decisions.
Billings
Dr. Kyla Carlson - Billings OBGYN
+1 Dr. Carlson - bisalp on 33-year-old redditor. She did her due diligence in asking a few times if I was SURE about it, but never once gave any pushback.
James F Metherell - FACOG, MD - Billings Clinic, he did a hysterectomy on a 29 yr old with no kids and no desire for kids, just had painful heavy periods. Didn't need to fight him or anything he listened and cared.
Dr. Daniel Swanson MD Urologist at The Billings Clinic 801 N 29th St Billings MT 59102 (406) 238-2894, "I support child free decisions and will do a vasectomy to help a man a achieve his goal, regardless of age."
Dr Nicole Mandala - bilateral salpingectomy. I was 33 at the time, no kids, no partner, no issues - I was scared because I thought I would have to fight to get it done but she was so nice and almost as excited as I was. NB update 18 May 2022 Dr Mandala may have ceased practice at Billings.
Natalie Eggleston - Billings, MT, USA. Billings clinic. Tubal ligation, 19yo. OP received government or charity financial assistance.
Bozeman
Dr. Claire Putnam - this gynecologist has reached out directly to advise that "she is currently focusing her practice on helping women get sterilizations and birth control who need them" and can be reached via phone call.
+1 Dr Claire Putnam in Bozeman, MT, bisalp and she was INCREDIBLE. I got my bisalp two weeks after my first, conversational appointment with her with great results. It may be worth noting that she does her surgeries over Bozeman Pass in Livingston (~30 minutes away). Every single person at the hospital in Livingston was friendly and supportive. Not a single mark on the bingo card.
Butte
Dr. Susan Marik - https://www.sclhealth.org/find-a-doctor/m/marik-susan-a/ 406-496-3627 *Dr. Marik was originally in Spartanburg, SC, but moved as of August 2020. I found her name and image attached to the above website, and I'm hoping this is current information. Please edit this into a proper format if you find she is now in the area. (Laparoscopic tubal ligation with cauterization)
Helena
Dr. Jennifer Duroy currently at Helena OB/GYN. Bilateral Salpingectomy.
Dr. Jessica Parsons, Helena OB/GYN, Helena, Montana. Bilateral salpingectomy, I'm 37, married, childfree. Dr. Parsons asked a few questions about why I wanted to be sterilized and to make sure I wasn't being coerced. She claimed there is a higher rate of regret among women under 30, so I got the sense the process would have been more difficult if I were younger.
Great Falls
Melissa Papp, MD at the Benefis Women's Health Center in Great Falls, Montana. https://www.benefis.org/services-specialties/womens-childrens/womens-health/womens-health-services. Phone: (406) 731-8017. Friendly and direct doctor who didn't even look at my binder before agreeing to schedule me for a bilateral salpingectomy. Asked her if she was okay being listed on this list and she agreed as she firmly feels that women have the right to make that decision regardless of age and if they've ever had children.
Dr Julia Middleton in Great Falls MT. Tubal ligation.
Kalispell
Dr. Shawn Barrong in Kalispell, Montana, 26-year-old woman with no kids, and he literally didn't even ask about if I had a partner/ if my partner knew I was there/ etc. It was just "okay so you're pretty sure you don't want kids? Cool, let's do a salpingectomy" and i left with an appointment for a surgery, scheduled about 5 weeks out from my consultation. He of course asked about my medical history and stuff, but it was so shockingly easy.
+1 Dr Barrong, Hysterectomy(Removal of the uterus) 29yo. He was very considerate even after the surgery had several complications. I was not married so there was no matter of “with a husbands permission.” I will note that this was following a LEEP to remove cancerous cells, though I truly don’t think that influenced his decision to operate.
Missoula
Dr. Jennifer Mayo - Western Montana Clinic - http://www.westernmontanaclinic.com/ - 406-721-5600. I just wanted to give a bit more information about one of the doctors (...), Dr. Mayo in Montana approved me for a Bilateral Salpingectomy at 22, and is very friendly and personable.
+1 Dr. Mayo. Nov 2024. Hysterectomy with bisalp on CF redditor.
Nicole Muskett at Blue Mountain Women's Health Clinic and Dr. Robert Humble with Western Montana Clinic. I am 28, identify as female, and am engaged. Nicole didn't ask any questions before giving me a referral to Dr. Humble. During my consultation, he asked the basic questions and was able to schedule me a month out with no issues. Didn't even ask about marital status, just made sure I wasn't being coerced into it. Did not need to bring a binder at all. He and his team took great care of me!
+1 Dr Humble, He performed a bisalp on me, 31F, single, and childfree. Wait time was less than one month after consult. No bingos; he made clear that he trusted me (and CF women generally) and was asking questions about my reasoning to prepare a thorough narrative so that hospital and insurance would approve surgery. The hospital handled insurance prior authorization before scheduling. Hospital staff were wonderful; no bingos there either. 10/10.
+1 Dr Humble, who sterilised a 26F with bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 to Dr. Humble at Western Montana Clinic. The first thing he ever said to me was "Don't see kids in your future, huh?" and proceeded to ask me some very reasonable questions. His team also helped me through some insurance confusion. Super helpful and supportive through the whole thing, and everyone I interacted with through the entire process was absolutely fantastic.
Kathy at, ironically, The Birth Center (https://www.thebirthcentermissoula.com/) who was my PCP due to physical distance. When I brought it up, she just confirmed that I knew it was a permanent form of birth control and that that was what I wanted. She also made a point to tell me to come back if I got any pushback from my referral so they could refer me to someone else.
Dr Amethyst Smith Located in Missoula, MT. She was amazing and basically told me she trusts women coming through her door to know their minds and bodies about being childfree. While I personally am older (almost 40) she indicated she’s happy to do the surgery for women who are much younger so long as they are educated about the procedure and clearly adamant about being childfree.
Ronan
Dr. Ed Vizcarra - St. Luke Hospital - 406 676-3600 (vasectomy on 27 y.o., unmarried with SO)
Grand Island
Dr. Molly Johnson - Grand Island Clinic 2444 W Faidley Ave, Grand Island, NE 68803 308-382-1100. Doctor reached out to us to advise, "appy to perform tubal sterilization procedure for anyone who does not want any children (or any more children)!"
Dr. Jill Fish in Grand Island, NE. I'm a married 28F. Dr. Fish question my motives or doubt my judgement, just verbalized that it's permanent and got it scheduled! I waited about a month and a half to get an initial appointment and then it was another month before we could do the surgery due to schedules.
Kearney
Gina M. Torpin, MD. Practicing at Contemporary OBGYN in Kearney, NE. Accept all major insurances, including Medicaid/Medicare. LGBTQ+ friendly, offering gender affirming care. No age or marital stipulations, aside from age 21 for Medicaid.
Dr. Messbarger MD. Vasectomy 23, married, no kids Waited 2 months (1 month before rescheduling). TriCare was accepted and brought cost down to $83 out of pocket due before procedure. No bingos, though he did want to ensure that we both knew that this procedure should be considered permanent and was very respectable about it.
Lincoln
Dr. Jessica Sandmeier Lincoln OB/GYN. Bilateral Salpingectomy, 20, single, no kids. Asked me why I wanted a bisalp at the young age of 20. Heard some of my reasons. I explained my bad experience with birth control and that I had a waiting period of 3 years debating sterilization. Asked me if I knew it was permanent. The doctor stated that the number one complication with the procedure is regret. Explained some details about the bisalp to me. Scheduled me for surgery to occur later that month at the end of one consultant at a surgical hospital in town.
+1 Jessica Sandmeier. I am 31 years old, no partner and dont want kids, I told her about my past with birth control and vaginal issues, she offered tubal sterilization and I got booked through her office to get them out within a month and done with outpatient surgery.
Meghan Bokemper. Lincoln Nebraska. Age: 28 Marital Status: Married Procedure: bilateral salpingectomy. Dr. Bokemper was very professional. She just explained to me the options of birth control and the risks associated with surgery. She never asked why I didn't want kids or anything like that. Would highly reccomend her
-1 Dr Bokemper, I absolutely DO NOT recommend her. I have generations of health and genetic diseases, stage IV endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts, and she made me jump through so many hoops to get approval for a hysterectomy back in 2018. She forced me to reach out to a therapist and psychiatrist, neither of which I was even seeing at the time. Forced me to start birth control. Which I did not want. Told me that the ONLY WAY I could be approved for surgery was if I got letters of approval from a therapist, psychiatrist, my primary care physician, and my endocrinologist. And two months later after doing everything she asked me to do, she told me she was refusing to do surgery on someone unmarried, without children, and that I would be lucky to find anyone in the Lincoln area who would be willing to do one either.
Dr. Gregory Heidrick in Lincoln, Nebraska. I am 30 years old with no children. I scheduled my initial appointment with Dr. Heidrick and we discussed my options. When I told him I wanted my Fallopian tubes completely removed he told me the risks and reiterated that it’s 100% permanent. He asked me 3 times if I was completely sure of my decision. When I said I was, he didn’t ask me any invasive questions. He just scheduled me for my pre-op appointments and then got the surgery scheduled. The day of the surgery he checked one last time that I was sure and then did the surgery. He was kind, supportive, and I’m healing great from my surgery.
Dr. Chandra Ljunggren. Performed Hysterectomy and Bilateral Salpingectomy with minimal questions on single 27F. I, the patient, struggled with hormonal bc methods, discovered I had fibroids, and expressed a desire to be sterilized to my doctor. She didn't bingo me for my age, only asked if I was sure, as this procedure was permanent. Just had my surgery yesterday, but the lingering pain is 1000% worth it!
+1 Dr Ljunggren, 25, partial hysterectomy and Dr. Ljunggren was phenomenal. She listened to me and my concerns. She understood why I wanted to be sterilized and understood that living with endometriosis was awful.
Dr. James Maly, MD, FACOG - Women's Clinic of Lincoln - 402-434-3370 Performed a hysterectomy on my at age 20 in 2011 for extreme periods and a negative reaction to birth control. Didn't ask me one question about kids. Do NOT see his APRN. Just the doctor.
+1 Dr Maly, tubal ligation 22F. The ARPN is NOT childfree friendly but the office requires patients to see the ARPN before seeing the doctor. "But he’s a really wonderful doctor in my experience, happy to answer questions, respectful of my body during exams, and generally listens to me as a patient. Just a super nice guy."
+1 Dr Maly, 22F bilateral salpingectomy.
Dr Alyssa Rutan, MD Lincoln, NE. Dr Rutan saw me (31F, married, no kids) for a consultation on a bisalp (she does not do tubal ligations), and the only questions she asked was a very quick series of "Is this what YOU want? And you know it's permanent? And you won't ever change your mind?" She then proceeded to tell me about the operation, kindly answered all of my questions, and asked me which day of the week I prefer. My surgery was scheduled within 2 months of my consultation. She even let me keep surgery photos. Highly recommended!
Hastings
Dr. Tyler Adam, MD (http://www.obgynnebraska.com/) - Bilateral salpingectomy - no judgement, no questions asked.
Doctor Kristi NewMeyer CHI Health Bergman Mercy Hospital in Ralston Nebraska, She just did a tubal ligation for me at 22, single, no children and no major preexisting conditions. All she did was ask me to write a letter stating my reasons and had me send it to her. Wonderful provider and I hope she can help others
Omaha
Dr. Karen Carlson 42nd and Emile, Omaha, Nebraska 68198, 402-559-4500. August 2024. Plus-size friendly. LBGTQ+ friendly. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. She was very easy to work with. One appointment and she agreed to schedule surgery! I am plus-sized and LGBTQ+ and had no issues! I even mentioned being a part of this group which she noted on my chart toward reasons I had clearly thought the surgery though! It is recommended that you go well-prepared, knowing what you want and having thought through your reasons. She did mention i was still young (28,29 in Dec) when discussing the procedure, but also agreed it was very clear this was not a spontaneous decision.
Dr Tana Perry, Council Bluffs, Iowa and Omaha, NE. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I perform bilateral salpingectomies on patients including in their 20s. I will document that my patient is aware of alternatives and that this is a permanent procedure. Some insurances require a wait period of 30 days but otherwise most patients able to be scheduled within 2-4 weeks (about how far I book out for OR time) . I accept most insurances including medicaid from both Iowa and Nebraska."
+1 Dr. Perry. Dec 2022 - Bisalp on 23-year-old redditor.
+1 for Dr. Tana Perry on Omaha (NE) Bilateral Salpingectomy: 22 year old assigned female at birth redditor unmarried and childless. Each concern was addressed with grace and a comforting message from her nurses to the doctor herself. She informed me of all of my options and really, really listened to me, and reaffirmed my decision. We went over standard things and I actually could've gotten my surgery a week later, but I moved it to further out. The procedure itself was without any hiccup or error; everything went perfect! Would recommend her to anyone and everyone, and actually have sent her info to three of my family members already. She is a gem of a human!
Dr. Stephanie Harris - Bilateral Salpingectomy, 28 (approved for surgery at 27), engaged, childfree. Dr. Harris was amazing. No bingos, just wanted to make sure I was informed and set on my decision.
Dr. Sarah Gernhart, MD via OBGYN, link to general Contact Info for Methodist Women's Center. (Essure & Tubal Ligation)
Dr. Brian Karre and his office is Methodist Indian Hills office, he operates at the Methodist Women's Hospital. He does essure and tubals. (gave tubal to 24F)
Dr. Sonya Tran, MD, Mid-City OB/GYN - ok'd married 28F for a bilateral salpingectomy after a consultation. She said BSs are the main procedure she does and she never asked for my reasons!
+1 Dr Tran, She did my (31/F) bilateral salpingectomy. I have no children and I am single and she started the process for me with my insurance after one consult. Highly recommend her.
Dr Ann Sjulin, MD, Bilateral salpingectomy 35, married, no kids I went in for a tumor removal and she asked if I had children and then if I wanted children. When I said no she said she could do a bilateral salpingectomy for me at the same time as the tumor removal. She also said it would lower my risk of cancer since it can start in the fallopian tubes. Her and everyone I met with was friendly and no negative comments or looks at any point of my experience. She's also open for checkups which I would recommend her for too. NB OP is 35 and had other medical reasons for surgery, use with caution.
Dr. Christopher Deibert, MD. Mutiple locations, seen at Lauritzen Outpatient Center. (402)-559-4292 - Required a consult, but only asked why I wanted a vasectomy, early-20s single male. Gave no resistance to the surgery.
Dr. Erin Evans. I was 33 at the time, now 35 - no complications, no pushback, complete trust, transparency, and support. I was completely prepared with a list of why I didn’t want to have kids but she didn’t even ask for it. She had a couple questions and reaffirmed that I did not want them, gave me options for if I changed my mind but said that I’m past the age group where regret usually occurs, and then laid me down, told me about the surgery, and sent a nurse in to schedule it. She performed the surgery. Day of just one confirmation that I was sure and then boom. Done. Follow up amazing. She truly made it effortless and was transparent and supportive the whole way through!
+1 Dr Erin Evans at Associates in Women's Health LLC in Omaha, NE. (16910 Marcy St Ste 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68118, 402-697-7200), I received a Bisalp and Hysteroscopy/D&C/Ablation Sept 2024, I am 28F, single, and childfree. She didn't question/bingo me at all, listened to all of my concerns/explained every single thing, and scheduled my surgery for 15 days after my consult. The entire process has been extremely easy - the hardest part is waiting to see if my insurance plays nice. She gave me back my quality of life!
Dr. Guy Schropp, MD, MBA, FACOG, I am 24f, single & never married. Never had kids, don’t want kids, never been pregnant. Bilateral Salpingectomy. I was referred by my gynecologist who was all for this procedure. My consultation was a week before my surgery. Scheduling was easy. On my consultation day the appointment took approximately 15 minutes. He never asked me why I wanted to procedure, if I ever had kids, if I was married, if I REALLY wanted the procedure…nothing along those lines. He thoroughly explained the procedure process and what to expect and why they do it the way the do. He also explained possible side effects as well. The day of surgery he did ask me right before starting that I had one last time to back out but said he always has to ask but never in his career had anyone change their mind. He again explained recovery expectations. He always made me very comfortable and he was pretty funny.
Dr. Jennifer L Griffin Miller, MD, Omaha, Nebraska. Laparoscopic salpingectomy for sterilization, Late 20s, unmarried but in long-term relationship, childfree. UNMC knocked this out of the park. The entire process from getting a primary care referral to doing the procedure took less than six months, and nobody involved was judgmental at all. They asked all the questions they needed to make sure I understood the permanence of the procedure, then took my answers at face value and got me scheduled as soon as they could. Didn’t feel condescended to for a second.
+1 Dr. Griffin-Miller. Nov. 2024. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor. Approved but surgery not yet complete.
Dr. Antara Pothuloori. I'm childfree & mid 30s & she performed a bisalp. She never in any way made me feel bad about my decision and was incredibly supportive. 0 bingos whatsoever.
Dr Jodi Hedrick DO sterilized (bi salp) back in august 2022 in Omaha nebraska a 25 year old, unmarried woman.
Henderson
Dr. Krisla Thy Nguyen, she is part of empowered OBGYN clinic in Henderson, Nevada. I'm 35F, with no kids or pregnancies. I got approved for bilateral salpingectomy with no pushback (she did go over other forms of BC and the pros and cons of getting the surgery). I wanted to add that I was originally scheduled with Dr. Stepanida Freeman for the consult but twice she canceled on me as I was in the clinic waiting room (due to patients going into labor), it was very inconvenient and frustrating but this led to finding a more reliable doctor from the same clinic! I got the surgery done on October 10th at Henderson Hospital. Very positive experience from all the hospital staff (from the pre-op appointment to recover room). The only caveat of the whole experience was insurance. I was originally told it was 100% covered only to be told I owed an out of pocket expense of roughly $1800. I had a lengthy discussion with admissions at the hospital to run it by my insurance again and lo and behold it was indeed 100% covered by insurance (considered family preventative care and for reference I have blue cross and blue shield). This doctor advises she is open to sterilising people from 21 years of age but would like members to be aware that insurance may not cover the procedure. November 2024.
Las Vegas
Dr. Ernest Sussman MD Urologist, Vasectomy with cauterization and clips. Great bedside manner with a calm laid-back personality. One-on-one consultation for about 15 minutes, simply asks if you have children with no push-back or bingos. Has been doing this for nearly 30 years, procedure was about 20 minutes and mostly pain-free (aside initial numbing and stitches). Talks during the procedure to help calm you and explain what he's doing, and even texts the next day to check in with you. Only operates on Friday/Saturday, and doesn't accept insurance ($75 for consultation, $750 for procedure). Consultation and procedure can be booked online, got seen right at appointment time, and was given paperwork for Quest Diagnostics to have a sperm count done after a few months. Overall great experience, would recommend.
Dr. Joel Abbott Pacific West Urology 6110 Elton Ave Las Vegas, NV 89107. I had my vasectomy done here on June 8, 2022. Dr. Abbott and his team are top tier professionals, and not judgemental in the slightest.
Annette Mays, MD of Las Vegas All Women’s Healthcare - laparoscopic bilateral tubal ligation completed in October 2020. I was 35, divorced, and no children or pregnancies. I requested the BTL in July 2020. Dr. Mays agreed with no resistance due to my age and having had plenty of opportunity to have kids if I’d wanted them. She said she would have had “more of a discussion” if I was younger, but I think she still would have been open to it.
Dr Amy Rosenbaum, DO and Kord Strebel, MD, Women's Health Assoc. of S. Nevada - Central. Low hassle full salping-oophorectomy and hysterectomy. Mainly made sure I knew all of the consequences (menopause). Takes Silversummit Medicaid.
Dr. Lawrence Newman, Newman Urology. No hassle vasectomy approval.
Dr. Raul Romero-Joseph, Southwest Medical Associates. No hassle Essure, IUD's
Dr. Robert Gatlin, Nevada Women's Care. Essure, Tubal, and IUD's.
Dr. Kelsea R Farrell and Dr. Jyoti Desai at UNLV Medical Center, bilateral salpingectomy.
Dr. Jennifer Wong. Bilateral salpingectomy. 42F, domestic partner w/ CF male, both CF. I had no pushback, no bingos at all from Dr. Wong about my desire to have a bisalp. Was in-network with my insurance, paid $458 at the surgery center and various other copays for visits and pre-op clearance procedures (EKG, chest x-ray, blood tests). Scheduled 1.5 months before procedure. She has performed them on people as young as 25, but wouldn't on anyone under 21. As long as the patient understands and accepts the risks and fact that IVF would be necessary if they changed their mind later, she has no issues with it and won't question what someone wants for themselves. I told her I was mostly asking this for people like myself, who know they absolutely do not want children and have often faced misogynistic pushback about permanent birth control. Again, the ages she listed and accepting the risks and what it means. She also mentioned having performed a hysterectomy on a perfectly healthy 33 year old who wanted one after I told her that I was asking for vehemently childfree people like myself.
NP Sheila Tack - will ONLY discuss sterilisation with people over 35, do not use this practitioner if under 35.
Stepanida Freeman (Henderson) - Empowered OBGYN. 31 years old, married (to a woman), no children. I expressed my desire to have a hysterectomy and that I have wanted one for about 13 years. I did have to be proactive about scheduling. Dr. Freeman is great. She actually listens to you. She does have a very thick accent so sometimes she can be hard to understand, but she's a great doctor. At first when I said I wanted a hysterectomy I was worried she was going to give me the run around like all my previous doctors because she is very hard to read, but she was on board from the start. She did a great job with the surgery, I was out of the OR and awake in 2 hours.
Dr. Chirisse Taylor, MD, MPH OR work performed at Spring Valley Hospital, total hysterectomy, bilateral salpingectomy, bilateral oophorectomy, 40yo. From my first visit with Dr. Taylor, she has been welcoming and accepting of my childfree choice. I asked for a hysterectomy at my first appointment, and she actually said to me, "Well if you don't want to be a baby apartment, there's no reason to keep those organs." I have other medical concerns that contributed to the extent of the surgery, but she was on board with the procedure immediately and at no time did she try to talk me out of it. In network with my BCBS PPO, and insurance charges have been nominal. She did ask that I complete a hysteroscopy D&C (done) prior to surgery to ensure I do not have lurking cancer, as she does not do oncology work. NB as OP is over 40, this doctor may not be friendly or open to permanent contraception for younger members.
North Las Vegas
Dr. Mark G. Henderson - Tubal, Endometriosis, Ablation. Not explicitly CF-friendly but made sure I knew it was permanent and agreed to do the procedure (he was under the impression that I was 26 when I was actually 36.) Not reluctant to do tubal but suggested hubby have vasectomy so I didn't have to undergo surgery. Has a bit of an odd personality. You will be required to sign a form stating that you understand sterilization is permanent.
Reno
Dr. Randall Jack, MD, FACOG 635 Innovation Dr., Suite 300, Reno NV, 89511, 775-329-6241. Aug 2024. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. Dr. Jack only does gynecology which is the reason I started seeing him in the first place. He did not bingo me at all. I just explained that I wanted to pursue permanent sterilization and he explained to me the process of a bilateral salpingectomy. He had his scheduler get in touch with me and we got it scheduled a month after my annual check up. I really enjoy him and he is full of dad jokes. Dr. Jack came by after my surgery and told me I did great. Highly recommend him!
Dr. Staci Paul, OB/GYN Associates - Instantly agreed to give me (30 yr old) a bilateral salpingectomy. I have no children. The instant I brought it up, she was on my side about it. No bingos, no attitude, no additional requirements. When I gave her my reasons (not that I was prompted) -- with the most important being that I simply didn't want kids -- she didn't question me in the slightest. Really pleasant person and a surprisingly no-hassle experience and quick agreement for the procedure.
+1 Dr Paul, completed a bilateral salpingectomy for a 25yo but presented a lot of bingoes. You need to work hard and prepare rebuttals to bingoes to convince this doctor if you are younger than 30.
Dr. Iolanda Edsall -OB/GYN Associates I adore Dr. Edsall. I was 22 when she agreed to do my bilateral salpingectomy. I had just turned 23 once I got the surgery. She didn't once question me when I told her I wanted the surgery. During my consultation she said, "bottom line is that you know your own body." She seemed to really take her time answering my questions. She even asked if I wanted her to talk to my unsupportive family and reassure them this was my choice. The staff was also supportive.
Dr. Angelo Kanellos, MD. 5560 Kietzke Lane, Reno Nevada 89511 (Washoe county) (775)322-7811. Procedure: no-scalpel vasectomy with fascial interposition, cauterization and metal clips. Age - 23, Marital status: Single, Children: 0 and childfree. Summary: No bingos! Consultation and procedure on the same day. Appointment scheduled more than a month away due to COVID. Waited less than 15 minutes after I arrived. Fully covered by Prominence health plan. I paid a total of $70 total for copays.
Dr. Holly T. Ashley Cothern, 236 W 6th St. UNIT 303 Reno, NV, 89503 (Washoe County) (775)337-8400. Bilateral Salpingectomy, 24, Single and childfree. Instantly agreed to do the surgery before asking me any questions. No bingos. Went in for birth control implant removal and bisalp consultation, came out with a date for the procedure, two months away due to COVID. Completely covered by the ACA and my insurance (PEBP Healthscope) although I was bille, and had to call my insurance and get claims processed correctly. The hospital required I make some form of payment the day of the procedure, I paid just $50 and nothing more. Dr. Ashley has 19 years of experience and there were no complications.
Henderson
Dr. Keith Brill - he is part of Women’s Health Associates of Southern Nevada (WHASN) Dr. Brill talked to me and asked me a couple of questions such as “You understand this procedure is permanent?” “Do you have anything going on that may affect your ability to make decisions?” etc. He said “Listen. You are an adult and you are clearly capable of making your own decisions for your own life and health. As long as you understand the risks and the permanence of this procedure, I have no reason to deny you.” He even disclosed he had done this procedure for women as young as 21. My OR team was fantastic. Before I knew it I was waking up in recovery and preparing to go home. There are some reviews online that say Dr. Brill ‘seems to not have any time for his patients’ or ‘rushes through appointments’ but that was not my experience. If anything, I liked his efficiency. He’s kind, informative, and has a good sense of humor as well. And the nurses and OR team he works with at Henderson Hospital are all awesome, as well. I had a great experience overall. Absolutely would recommend.
Dr Elena Langdon - She will push for other options but she will do a salpingectomy. She's Russian. Very to the point and blunt. The staff are super supportive.
Doctor Scott Baranoff from Las Vegas Urology in Henderson 9053 S Pecos Rd Suite 2900, Henderson, NV 89074 - Vasectomy.
Dr. Hayat Jawadi Tube removal (apparently some amount of ovarian cancer starts in the fallopian tubes so she recommended removal) performed August 2021. 36, no kids or pregnancies, never married. Dr Jawadi made the process so very easy ❤️