Alexander City
William H. Moore, MD, I’ve been seeing him for over a year and love how he treats me as a patient. He’s gentle, quick, and transparent. I asked him for a bisalp a month ago and didn’t need to say any more than “I would like sterilization”. He understood and, without discouraging me, made sure I knew of the alternatives: birth control, implants, iuds, etc. I reaffirmed my desire for surgery, specifically a bisalp, and he agreed. He helped me get started with paperwork and preparation for said surgery and again covered the basics about surgical risks and assured me I’d be in good hands. After a waiting period of 30 days (and a pre-op visit with him to again go over what to expect and how to prepare) I went into the hospital and was out after a few hours. Dr. Moore visited me before the surgery but I was asleep (took an anxiety med) so my mother spoke to him instead. The surgery went well, and I only received two incisions that he sealed with glue. They gave me post-op instructions and sent me home once I was able to leave.
+1 Dr. Moore. May, 2024. Bisalp and ablation on 27-year-old redditor. He respected my wishes from the very first appointment. Everyone at the office was so kind.
+1 Dr Moore, July 2024. I was able to get a procedure scheduled within my first appointment. He and his nurse both took me completley seriously and were very kind. He was very kind and thorough in making sure I knew my other options, and when I reaffirmed, he had no issue getting me scheduled. For reference I am 24F.
Anniston
Dr. Terry Phillis. Vasectomy
Dr. Jeffrey Collins. Tubal ligation
Dr. Cynthia Cater. Tubal ligation
Auburn
Dr. Jon Mahram, DO Lee OBGYN, 2375 Champions Boulevard, Suite #2, Auburn AL 36830, 334-745-6447. Bisalp, IUD placement and other procedures on 29-year-old CF redditor. I told him about my medical issues and that I wanted permanent sterilization. He said he required 2 separate counseling sessions before agreeing to sterilization. My initial appt with him was on a Wednesday and I came back that Friday for a pre surgical consultation and labs and was on his surgery schedule for that next Monday! He did a phenomenal job and was very honest and direct about risks, alternatives and expectations and other options. I felt respected and heard for the first time in a long time in a medical setting.
Birmingham
Francois M. Bladeau, MD 3401 Independence Dr., Suite 221, Birmingham, AL 35209, 205-930-0080. Tubal ligation on 22-year-old redditor. He is so compassionate and caring.
-1 Dr. Bladeau. Dec 2024. Refused to sterilize a 20-year-old redditor, saying she was too young and that, as a lawyer, he would be taking too great a risk. He also told her that "no one" would sterilize her. Redditor was sterilized shortly thereafter.
Dr. Todd Jenkins, MD Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic at UAB Women & Infants Center, 1700 6th Avenue South, Floor 9 Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-996-3130. Hysterectomy without pushback on 28-year-old woman. I explained my nearly all-of-my-life-desires about sterilization. I had tried pretty much every kind of oral contraception along with a Mirena since I began birth control at 15 years old, and within a few months I was scheduled for a total hysterectomy with removal of my entire uterus, entire cervix, & both fallopian tubes. The doctor voluntarily suggested additionally removing my fallopian tubes. Doctor is a professor at the School of Medicine.
Dr Danielle Gershon - UAB. "I perform the full spectrum of GYN care, including bilateral salpingectomies. I also insert LARC (implants and IUDs)."
Dr Amy Boone. I am an OB/Gyn in Birmingham, AL. I absolutely perform surgical sterilization on patients AFAB. I also perform gender affirming hysterectomies. Happy to help get you plugged in.
Dr. Dale M. Greene,MD, Grandview OBGYN at Grandview Medical Center - Tubal Ligation
Dr. Margot Potter, "is willing to perform sterilization procedures for patients without children".
Dr. Sarah Aultman, Brookwood Women's Care (IUDs, Tubal, long-term birth control for young women)
Dr. Margaret Miklic, Women's Health Specialists of Grandview (Bilateral Salpingectomy; she said she could tell I'd done my research because I asked specifically for a Bilateral Salpingectomy, and completely understood that people have different life choices. Gave me zero issues, just said "When would you like to schedule this?" She had previously done my mom's hysterectomy, and she is 100% willing to work with you to find a birth control that works for you and with your insurance. She is very chill and easygoing, and has the best professional bedside manner I have ever encountered.)
+1 Dr Miklic - bisalp on 23F August 2022. Dr. was respectful and took patient seriously.
Dr. Kristen Vaughan. She performed my bilateral salpingectomy. She was very receptive to my desire for the surgery and didn't make me jump through any hoops, although I was pro-active and brought a letter from my psychologist saying I was of sound mind to make that decision.
+1 Dr Vaughan, Bilateral Salpingectomy. (She also offered a tubal but was receptive when I said the risk of tubal pregnancy was too much for me.) I am 29 years old. Cis. Single. And have 0 children. I have been told no many times since I turned 19 for this procedure until I saw Dr. Vaughan. No judgement for my decision, just went over her legal duties to inform me of the base statistics but approved me on my first visit. Did not need a partner signature, was never told I'd change my mind, it was a deep conversation with no pushing from her. Within 3 weeks I had surgery and the entire experience was better than I could have imagined! She also kept in my uterine implant because "who wants a menstrual cycle" when I asked to keep it in!
-1 Dr Vaughan, I remember her saying when I told her I wanted to be sterilized. "Up to 50% of people regret surgeries like that when they're your age." She didn't outright refuse me surgery, but she said she'd "like to get to know me better before jumping into a surgery and see if we can try IUDS first." I'd understand if she did all patients like that, but I actually chose her because based on the list and another patient experience with her, another person said they were approved on the first appointment for surgery. She said, "we might wanna try IUDS first, maybe in a few years if you don't change your mind.."
-1 Dr Vaughan, while this doctor approved OP for surgery easily two procedural misadventures occured which lead to OP needing multiple revision surgeries.
Dr Elizabeth Barron. She is at Grandview in Birmingham, AL at womens care specialists. I am 32, single, and childfree and she performed a bilateral salpingectomy and endometrial ablation for me last Friday. She was willing to do it when I originally asked 5 yrs ago as well but I didn't want to risk surgery with drug allergies.
Dr. Virginia Winston. She did my tubal ligation when I was 27, single, 0 children. On my very first visit with her, I half jokingly said "instead of an IUD, I'd rather just get a tubal." She said "well, we can do that!" 3 weeks later, with no interrogation or questioning, she did my tubal. While I was in pre-op, she excitedly came through the door and cheerily sang "who's ready to say bye bye to their fertility!?" Highly recommended.
Dr. Cecilia Stradtman performed a bilateral salpingectomy on me in 2019, when I was 34, divorced, and in a 2-year committed relationship. She also performed a full hysterectomy on me in May 2024, about 6 months after I started noticing mild discomfort between periods due to fibroids. Dr. Stradtman has been my gynecologist since the mid-2010s and is kind, attentive, and truly listens to my concerns. When my IUD resulted in weeks of cramping, I asked her if she thought a tubal ligation would be a possibility. She said, “of course; when would you like to do it?” She asked me once if I was sure I didn’t want children (while acknowledging that she knew the answer but had to ask) and when I replied with a firm YES, she said “all right; let’s get you scheduled!” She even recommended removing my tubes (full salpingectomy) instead, as it’s more effective and lowers ovarian cancer risk. NB OP was 34 at the time of sterilisation and this doctor may not be willing to work with younger people.
Cullman
Dr. Taylor Massengill, MD 1948 Alabama Highway 157, Professional Office Building 1, Suite 330, Cullman, AL 35058, 256-735-5277. Dec. 2023. Sterilization on 23-year-old redditor. I did not go through rigorous questioning, she just asked if someone was forcing me and if I was sure. My consultation was in July over the phone and my tubal was completed Dec 1st, 2023.
Decatur
Dr. Mitchell W. Schuster, MD Decatur Morgan Urogynecology Center, 1304 13th Street, SE, Suite B, Decatur, AL 35601, (256) 973-5216. OBGYN.
Dothan
Dr Asha Voss (a patient received a bilateral salpingectomy, hysteroscopic D&C and diagnostic laparoscopy. OP advises that anyone younger than 24 will likely not be considered without counselling first. )
Emily Peterson, M.D. Dothan, AL - (Clinic is renamed Estrogenica as of March 2023 but their online presence is still named Ladies First Obstetrics & Gynecology & MedSpa). Laprascopic Bilateral Salpingectomy. 29 year old female No children Unmarried. Dr. Voss is already on this list but Dr. Peterson at this practice is also child free friendly and performs Friday surgeries (Dr. Voss doesn't do Fridays). I was asked only one time if I was sure and there was no pushback. They stated I just needed to be over 21 but they respect that our bodies are ours. I had a completely positive experience.
Dr. Allison Marker, OBGYN Aventa Specialized Women's Care, 202 Westside Drive, Dothan, AL. (334) 699-2229. I was able to bring up a bilateral salpingectomy on my first appointment and get approved at the same appointment. I didn't even need the binder, but I was married and 25 at the time of asking.
+1 Dr. Marker: 27 year old married self-pay patient for bisalp. Costs as of July 2022:First appointment $150 on site+ $94 bloodwork billed by lab; Pre op appointment day before surgery $600 paid on site;Surgery cost at Flowers $5663; Anesthesia: $605
Dr. Bryant Williams at Southeast Health Urology. OP was able to get approved at the first appointment, but his spouse had to be present to sign a permission form. He was 27 at the time of his surgery.
Dr. James McQueen (in Enterprise, AL) - a primary care doctor willing to refer to childfree friendly specialists.
Florence
Dr Robbins, Address: 1751 Veterans Dr Suite 205A, Florence, AL 35630, Phone number: (256) 767-0081, bilateral salpingectomy and endometrial ablation 30F childfree. NB use with caution, as this recommendation comes from a second-hand source.
Homewood
Dr. Charles Bugg (Vasectomy)
Dr. Jason Moellinger (Vasectomy)
Huntsville
Dr. Paul Zbell, North Alabama Urology PC. 825 Adams St SE Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 536-9020 AND 9238 Madison Blvd. Suite 114 Madison, AL 35758. This office has two locations - Madison & Huntsville, Alabama. Husband got in for a Friday appointment and was back at work the following Tuesday after a 3 day holiday weekend. Had a follow up appointment a week later to make sure all is well. Dr. Zbell is courteous and easy to relate to. There are also other urologists at this practice that offer the same procedure. Before insurance, the billed cost was about $450. In our case, insurance covered the bill.
+1 Dr. Zbell. Recommended by 23-year-old redditor for vasectomy.
Dr. Anne Marie Reidy, MD, JD Bilateral salpingectomy 34, married, no kids, March 2021. Her office wait times are minimal compared to my old doctor. I was prepared to fight for what I wanted. I told the nurse practioner what I wanted and she said we should be able to do that. There was no fuss from my insurance company. We have Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP). Nothing out of pocket. Best part, no one bingo'd me. More information: She has been my OBGYN for about 14 years. Great doctor! I've been recommending her to anyone who ask who do I use. She's also performed the operation on one of my friends. She would have been 32 at the time.
-1 Dr. Reidy. Spoke with her in-person about a bisalp. She said that she is not willing to perform sterilization on those under 24. She also wants to have a patient-doctor relationship prior to the surgery.
Dr Callison Tennessee Valley OBGYN. 910 Adams St., Suite 200, Huntsville, AL 35801, 256-888-9343. LGBTQ+ friendly. Plus-sized friendly. Got bisalp scheduled day of first new patient consultation with her. I am 23 and do not have any kids. She was super nice, understanding, and not judgey at all!
+1 Dr Callison at Tennessee Valley OBGYN (Crestwood location) in Huntsville, AL. She is very progressive, empathetic, and reasonable. I haven't seen all the doctors at TNVOBGYN, but I get the impression that the office is very united in their stance on bodily autonomy. I'm 25 (almost 26) and asked for a hysterectomy specifically. She treated me like an adult capable of making permanent decisions about my own body, and she said it's ridiculous that some doctors make women jump through every possible hoop (patch, pill, ring, IUD, etc.) before considering sterilization.
+1 Dr. Callison 2023. Bisalp on 31 year old redditor. I'd like to recommend my surgeon since they've said that they'll perform sterilization for most of their patients, will perform hysterectomy if indicated, is plus-sized friendly, and LGBTQ+ friendly.
+1 Dr. Callison. On my visit with her she scheduled me a hysterectomy and biscalp (only leaving ovaries) without any push back. She made sure I was informed on the surgery, recovery, etc. but never once tried to change my mind or received push back from her or her nurse staff.
+1 Dr Callison. I just had a successful bisalp August 2024 with Dr. Sharon Callison in Alabama. I’m 23 years old, unmarried. There were no bingos, and I was treated with so much respect and agency. I paid $2,400 up front. She would have sterilized me younger than 23. The other OBGYN’s in her practice will also do sterilizations and are similarly minded to her.
Victoria Perkins, MD. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise she provides: laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy, bilateral tubal ligation, Hysterectomy.
Dr. Nicole Alexander at Women For Women in Huntsville, Alabama. Bilateral Salpingectomy. I am 22 and child free and she did not ask any of the rude questions that are typically involved in the process. The appointment was exclusively focused on what surgery will be like before during and after.
+1 Nicole Alexander, MD, total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingectomy, I am 27 and have no children. I got the procedure because of heavy periods, abnormal period pain, and birth control’s bad effects on my mental health. The midwife at W4W referred me to Dr. Alexander because she is more willing to operate on younger patients than the other doctors there. The doctor made sure that I was aware of the consequences of the surgery, but did not ask any rude questions or ask my partner for permission.
Dr. Jeanine M. Loncar - Bilateral Salpingectomy - NB this is an old entry and may not be fully reflective of the doctor's stance.
Dr. Krishna Kakani in Huntsville, AL - bilateral salpingectomy. She was very nice and understanding. She didn't ask many questions and my procedure was done exactly seven days later. I was 32 years old at the time.
-1 Dr Kakani, do NOT consult with this doctor if under 30.
Madison
Dr. Mark Purvis 1041 Balch Road, Suite 250 Madison, AL 35758 (256) 704-2229. Feb 2024. Hysterectomy on 35-year-old redditor. Very professional, but repeatedly asked if the patient understood that it was permanent and also asked if she was sure. "He was very kind. He wasn’t aggressive while asking me. It was the “permanent decision” thing that was a little odd to me. So far, I’d still recommend him. He’s thorough and gentle."
+1 Dr Purvis, 22yo, bilateral salpingectomy Nov 2024.
Dr. Rachel Acuff at OBGYN Associates. She did a bilateral salpingectomy on me. I am 24, single, no kids. The doctor was very friendly, didn’t try to persuade me out of the decision. Cost about $730 after insurance. Waited about a month and a half between initial consultation and the surgery.
+1 Dr. Rachel Acuff, she did a bilateral laparoscopic salpingectomy. I'm 23, married, and childfree. When discussing birth control options she asked if I was worried about future fertility and I said no. She asked me if I was interested in surgical sterilization. She said she's willing to do it for anyone that says they're sure they don't want kids. She didn't ask about my husband's opinion or anything like that and made no comments about my age. Wait time was 1 month for an opening and with insurance I paid only a $150 facility fee. Her wait time for an initial appointment is about 2 months though.
Dr. William Stroud (Bilateral Salpingectomy, Hysterectomy)
Mobile
Dr. Maggie Krueger, DO Azalea City Physicians for Women. 3715 Dauphin Street, Building 2, Suite 2-A, Mobile, AL 36608, 251-344-5265. Very LBGTQ+ friendly. She is childfree too!
+1 Dr. Krueger. May 2024. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I was so thankful that she listened to me and that it was a trans friendly experience. Her team all made sure to use my chosen name and only referred to me as he. It felt great to be respected by medical professionals She takes in many trans patients in the area and is well educated in trans and LGBTQ issues!
Dr. Patton Morrison-Barton Mobile Bay OBGYN. (IUDs, Tubal Ligation)
Dr. Hope McLean. Bilateral Salpingectomy. I am 25, single, and have had zero children. I went in not expecting to be approved, but Dr McLean was very respectful, made sure I had thought about all options and made it clear she respected my decision and scheduled me a month after the first appt. She informed me of every step of the procedure and had great bedside manner. The procedure itself was a breeze and I am on day 2 of recovery and have had little to no side effects! With insurance, the procedure was $516.08.
Dr. Katelyn Parnell — Mobile, Alabama. IUD and bisalp. Six years with an IUD under her care, and just today received my bilateral salpingectomy from her. I am 31 cis F, married to a man, and no children. I originally told her I wanted the bisalp in April and she was in the middle of changing practices, and as soon as I called her new one on their opening day I had my surgery scheduled before the month was out. She made sure I understood all risks and other options but was not condescending (though there was a “we always advise women in your age group esp with no children there’s a high chance of regret,” but ended it with “I respect your autonomy” and gave no pushback). Also did NOT require permission from my husband.
Montgomery
Dr. Keith Martin, MD 7085 Sydney Curve Montgomery, Alabama 36117, 334-647-1007. Dec 2023. Bisalp on 20-year-old redditor. I cannot recommend him and his team enough. Everyone in his office is so sweet and he even performed my mother's sterilization when she was ready. He originally wanted to wait until I was 21-22 for my sterilization but because of my circumstances, he felt comfortable with doing it at 20.
Dr. Jehle in July 2022. I was approved during my initial consultation after she asked a few questions and determined that I was certain of my decision and understood the permanence of the procedure.
-1 Dr. Jehle. 2019. Doctor told CF redditor that it was required by law to have my husband's signature for a tubal. I told her that was against our ethics and she chuckled and said it's her requirement.
Dr. Dharampal Bhuta (Vasectomy)
Dr. James Dockery Jr. MD, FACOG Montgomery Womens Health Associates, OB/GYN Physicians, 470 Taylor Rd., Suite 300, Montgomery, AL 36117 334-281-1191. Feb. 2023. Bisalp on 25-year-old redditor. Consultation 01-23-23. Needed second pap, done w/ultrasound on 02-01-23. Surgery on 02-23-23. Zero Bingos! During initial consult Dr. Dockery went over everything factually and I ended up telling him I knew it was irreversible etc. and he got started on the next step with no fuss. Medical history was asked on a phone call prior and some asked again in preop. Dockery uses stitches that need to be taken out ten days after. 100/10 would do again.
-1 Dr Dockery, I'm 21f and have been on the journey of trying to get a tubal ligation for a few years now. I've had many tough experiences, one of which came from the recommendation of the child free list. Dr Dockery in Alabama is the doctor with who I just had a horrible experience. I was strung along for many months, citing a small cyst on my ovary at first (understandable), but every appointment I was met with attitude, and being rushed out of the office. He even tried to ignore the reason I came in once and tried to just leave the room. Eventually after a lot of badgering from him, he relented to a procedure. A week before I had called to ask a couple questions, and was immediately required to come in for a consult. Dr Dockery sat me down and told me he doesn't think we have a good enough patient-Dr relationship for this, and that in his experience when a patient starts asking questions, it's not a good idea to go ahead with the procedure. He reffered me to a new doctor, and kicked me out. He also didn't cancel the surgery himself as I was getting notifications from the surgery center. I had to call myself to let them know. All in all it was a complete waste of time and money, and made me very uncomfortable. I know he completed the same operation without issue of my Trans male friend, so I don't know what the issue is.
Tuscaloosa
Dr. Mentel from Partlow, Harbin, & Poist OB/GYN Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Bi-salp with Ablation. 26f, single, devoutly CF. Dr and team were absolutely wonderful. I went in thinking I'd have to fight an uphill battle for my cause. Dr took one cursory glance at my binder and said "I'm not going to punish you for knowing what you want. Let me get my booking calendar." I got my surgery less than a month later
Dr Sid Smith I had a bilateral salpingectomy at age 26, single, no children. It was a 3 visit process: 1st to request the procedure and discuss that I was serious, 2nd to do the pre-op tests, 3rd was the surgery. It cost me $800 with Blue Cross (all deductible). He was very respectful throughout. I did not get bingoed at all besides the standard Dr questions like are you aware this is permanent, there are less invasive options, etc.
Dr. Matthew Thom is a urologist in Tuscaloosa, AL. My boyfriend and his coworker both used him and weren’t grilled about their choices in the slightest. He was super nice and non-judgmental. Surgery was scheduled and Ancperformed quickly with zero complications.
Anchorage
Dr. Dana Espindola, MD, FACOG Anchorage Women's Clinic, Providence Alaska Medical Center, C Tower, 4th Floor, 3260 Providence Drive, Suite 425, Anchorage, AK, 907-561-7111. Also in Eagle River. May 2024. Bisalp on 37-year-old CF redditor. Dr. Espindola did her due diligence to make sure I was certain but accepted all my answers. My employer-provided insurance covered everything at 100% thanks to the provision for female contraception in the ACA...but strangely, no one I spoke to at the clinic seemed to know this was an option until I informed them and asked them to use the specific insurance codes from this sub.
Dr. Tonya Caylor Hillside Family Medicine. She is a GP, does pelvics/paps/STD testing, and also inserted my Nexplanon. I believe she can also insert IUDs in-house. I just saw her for an initial consult about sterilization, and she warned me of the potential difficulties of getting it done as a woman under 30, but referred me to the local gyns she thought would be most likely to want to help me get it done now and is rooting for me. Very CF friendly, kind, and non-judgemental. I am 26/F.
Dr. Tanya Pasternack (Bilateral Salpingectomy/Tubal Ligation, Essure, IUDs, & Endometrial Ablation)
(907) 222-9930
Sherifat Ope-Adenuga, M.D. 907-563-5151 Will be preforming my bilateral salpingectomy and also inserting an IUD. Didn’t give me any trouble approving me for my sterilization. Does all the general woman’s health stuff too. 3260 Providence Drive Suite 322, (Providence Alaska Medical Center, Bldg. C)
Dr. Alyson Gibbs, Anchorage Women's Clinic in Anchorage, address: Providence C Tower, 3260 Providence Dr #425, Anchorage, AK 99508. I had a consultation on 10/18, I was asked about other less permanent birth control I had tried, and counseled about regret. She did her due diligence to make sure I was sure but did not push back and accepted my answers at face value. I am 30 next month and married for nearly 5 years, for what its worth. I had my bi-salp on 12/9/2021. I did not need a referral for this procedure and medicaid paid for everything in full, except for a $9 prescription for painkillers.
Dr Natalia Korneeva at Denali Obgyn in Anchorage, Alaska.. I'm 33, married, with no children. I confirmed with her during my appointment that if I got pregnant suddenly I would schedule an abortion, and after filling out paperwork required for the state we scheduled the procedure. There was no second guessing, no persuading me otherwise - she trusted that I knew what I wanted for my body. There was a required 30 day waiting period due to a combination of my health insurance and state law, but there were no intentional delays from her side.
Eagle River
Dr. Dana Espindola, MD, FACOG Providence Eagle River Medical Office Bldg, 2nd Floor, 17101 Snowmobile Lane, Suite 201, Eagle River, AK, 907-561-7111. Thursdays only. Also in Anchorage. May 2024. Bisalp on 37-year-old CF redditor. Dr. Espindola did her due diligence to make sure I was certain but accepted all my answers. My employer-provided insurance covered everything at 100% thanks to the provision for female contraception in the ACA...but strangely, no one I spoke to at the clinic seemed to know this was an option until I informed them and asked them to use the specific insurance codes from this sub.
Fairbanks
Jessica Young, MD. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise they are open to providing sterilisation procedures for childfree people. "We accept most insurances, including Medicaid. Also very LGBTQIA friendly."
Dr. Kim Schumacher, DO(bilateral salpingectomy/tubal ligation)
Juneau
Dr. Huffer, this doctor is also practicing at Southeast Alaska Urology.
Chandler
Dr Reyes-Hailey, did my Essure about 10 years ago with no pushback. Went back today for ablation and in our conversation Dr Reyes-Hailey stated, "your body and fertility are your choice to make". 39NB (AFAB) +2, 26yo F. NB a member has advised this doctor may no longer be performing tubal ligations.
Dr. Charles Boag at New Horizons Women’s Care, he operated between the Chandler, Gilbert and Queen Creek areas. I (32F) just had a laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy done November 2024. He was super sweet and understanding of my choice and was not judgmental or difficult in anyway.
Dr. Judith Adams, bilateral salpingectomy. Age:29 Marital status: married No kids at all. Dr Adams did not bingo me nor did she ask for permission from my husband. She was very supportive of allowing patients to make decisions about their bodies. She also alluded to the need to women to make appropriate choices for themselves given current events. She was a pleasure to work with. NB do not seek care with this doctor if aged under 25 - she refused sterilisation for a 22 year old.
Dr. Andrew Villa Jr., MD, You can put that he is full pro-choice and very supportive. Didnt bingo me once and was even annoyed at the idea that anyone would have a hard time getting a procedure done because it's their body!
-1 Dr Villa, I (FtM, 21) visited him a year ago where he agreed to approve me after a year when I turned 21, no bingos, made a couple jokes about me being an odd case, but nothing too bad. At the 21 year consult today, he attempted to approve me for the reversible ring method of tubal ligation rather than the bisalp that I had asked for both verbally and through writing, and most likely would’ve scheduled me for said method had I not done my research ahead of time and been informed on tubal ligation methods and known what I was going in for.
Dr. Whitney Ramos-Jensen at Valley Women for Women in Chandler, AZ did my bisalp. I am 42F, widowed, with no kids. She answered all of my questions, was impressed by the research I had done, and was fully supportive. OP feels this doctor may be open to sterilising younger people as she is very pro bodily autonomy, but people under 30 should still use caution.
Dr. Kathryn Conners 655 S Dobson Rd #101, Chandler, AZ 85224, 480-459-2555. Also in Gilbert, AZ. Jan 2023. Bisalp on 30-year-old redditor. She and everyone in the hospital were wonderful from start to finish. No bingos just general questions to ensure I really wanted this at the consult. Consult in one appointment October 2022 and then scheduled surgery for January 2023. No bingos at the hospital just everyone making sure I knew what procedure I was having done as is standard for surgery. My insurance with Cigna covered it completely although I did have an issue before surgery with hospital registration, they were trying to charge me an amount up front. I was told by my surgery scheduler to ensure it was being billed as sterilization and to verify the procedure and billing code as Z30.2. Once I relayed this they called my insurance and confirmed it was completely covered and I didn't have to pay up front.
+1 Dr. Connors. Sept 2024. Bisalp on 22-year-old redditor. She was amazing.
Flagstaff
Dr. Phillip Williams, MD, FACOG Flagstaff, Arizona 24F, single, child free, Laproscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy At my first preop Dr. Williams made sure I knew the procedure was permanent and I told him that was the goal. Every time after that he would say "this is a permanent procedure which I know is what you want but I'm still required to tell you"
Lindy Vanlandingham at North Country Healthcare (2920 N Fourth St, Flagstaff, Arizona 86004, 928-522-9400). Surgery performed: bilateral salpingectomy. 24F, unmarried, childfree. Scheduled me less than a month after my consultation. Made sure I understood the procedure and said that as long as I understand some people regret the decision and still want to continue, we will do it. Was very comforting day of surgery, and gave me before and after pictures.
Gilbert
Alexandra McDaniel, MD. "I’d like to be added to the childfree friendly OB/ GYN list. I provide IUD insertions, minimally invasive sterilizations, and robotic hysterectomies. My office is MomDoc Women for Women Mercy Gilbert. Address 1760 E Pecos Rd #516, Gilbert, AZ 85295" - this doctor has contacted us directly to be added but has not clarified if they have age restrictions.
Dr. Kris Miguel Cajipe Ironwood Urology, 690 E Warner Rd, Bldg 5, Gilbert, AZ, 480-664-0261. Doctor’s statement: “I'm a urologist in Gilbert AZ. I perform vasectomies for any man who wants them. I am also LGBT friendly. We accept all insurance and cash pay.”
Dr. John C. Lin Sunrise Urology (Vasectomy) Had a vasectomy at 18 years old. Dr. Lin is FANTASTIC!
+1 Dr Lin, who has also provided a vasectomy for a 25 year old
+1 Dr Lin, who has also provided vasectomy for a 33 year old
Dr. Craig Mechelke tubal ligation, 21F
Glendale
Dr. Diana D. Heard-Vaughn, MD 5605 W. Eugie Ave, Suite 102, Glendale, AZ 85304. 602-298-8977. Disabled-friendly. Bilateral Tubal Ligation at 24.
+1 Dr Heard-Vaughn, Performed bilateral salpingectomy on single childfree 20F with no bingos whatsoever! During my initial appointment she told me that “some people were meant to have nineteen kids and some were meant to have zero”. Seriously can’t recommend her enough!
+1 Dr. Diana Heard in Arizona sterilized me at 19 with a tubal, no bingos. She was amazing and told me that I have full control over my body and she trusts my decisions for myself. She approved me within 3 minutes of seeing her and did the surgery 3 weeks after my consult.
+1 Dr. Heard performed a bilateral salpingectomy on me, single 24F, no questions asked. I enquired about the procedure at my wellness check, got a surgical consult within a week, and was able to schedule the procedure within two weeks. She said, "You don't want kids?" "No." "Alright then let's fix that." She was wonderful!
+1 Dr. Heard. Sept 2024. Bisalp on CF 28-year-old redditor. It was a wonderful experience! Everyone at the hospital was lovely, and it was the nicest hospital I’ve ever been to. If you’re in the Phoenix area, Dr. Diane Heard (who is already on the childfree list) is a great doctor to go to. And the team she worked with at the hospital is wonderful too! She made no comment when I told her one of my meds was an antidepressant other than to check the med name, so I can speak to her respectful treatment of the disabled.
+1 to Diana Heard of Glendale, Arizona. Set me up with bisalp appointment paperwork on first meeting without any bingos, said it was my final choice. Had bisalp yesterday after over a decade of pursuing sterilization, a month after the first appointment. She is an excellent doctor!
Dr. Roscoe S. Nelson MD, 6320 W. Union Hills Dr, B-2600 Glendale, AZ 85308 +1-602-942-5600. Dr. Nelson just sterilized my husband aged 28 with no bingo's and no questions asked. Consultation and procedure were the same day back to back. We couldn't be happier with the experience! Also has a video on his site with FAQ about vasectomies.
Dr. Zhang. She is located in Glendale and Phoenix, Arizona. It was only a month between my consult appointment and my procedure. Office was great as well! Tubal ligation.
Goodyear
Dr Katie Lee. I’m located in Goodyear, AZ I work for an FQHC so we take all in state insurance, including AHCCS. I do see uninsured and underinsured people, but surgery may be cost Prohibitive. As part of the LGBTQ family, I love taking care of others in the community.
Dr. Vincent Chehval, D.O.. W. McDowell Road Suite 304 Goodyear, Arizona 85395 (623) 935-5522. Vasectomy. 25, Married, Childfree.
Dr Stephen Larsen was phenomenal. Had a consult where he asked my husband if he was sure and explained that it was harder to reverse. Appointment was scheduled a month later- we ended up having to push it out ourselves because of our schedule. But the process was so easy and the office was really nice! This was February of 2021.
Kingman
Dr. Yusria R. Malik, MD Kingman OB/GYN Associates, 1739 E Beverly Ave, Ste 200, Kingman, AZ 86409-3593, (928) 681-8705. Nov 2022. Bisalp on 32-year-old CF redditor. I brought up sterilization at the end of August and she didn’t bingo me; not even once, I signed consent forms in the same visit. She is the most caring doctor I have ever had and women in my area are so lucky to have her here.
Maricopa
Dr. Deborah Rowan working at MomDoc - Tubal ligation ( full removal). I was 32, Single, Never Married and Child Free. Insurance covered a majority of the procedure for me and the cost for the surgeon ( her) was under $1000 for me out of pocket. She was an active listener and did not make me jump through a million hoops. She listened and takes your word and was very good at being detailed and thorough on reasons and options.
Mesa
Dr Tony Canestraro, "I am in private practice in Tempe/Mesa, Arizona. I perform sterilization procedures (typically recommend salpingectomy) and gender-affirming surgeries, while allowed by AZ law. I believe strongly in informed consent and patient autonomy and do not have any restrictions for sterilization such as age or parity." Southwest Contemporary Women’s Care, 480-820-6657.
Dr. Grossklaus (Vasectomy) Got a vasectomy at 19! He seemed a little apprehensive, but he trusted me when I said I was absolutely sure.
+1 Dr Grossklaus, I was 24M and single when I got it, and outside of the cursory "you do realize this is permanent" and my reasons for being CF was happy to perform the snip. The decor in his exam room was bizarre (incl. a poster detailing "10 ways your gun is better than your wife") and I definitely know he leans right-wing, but not to the extent he was open about it during the procedure.
Dr. Alice Cooper A Woman's Place 215 S Power Rd #218 (Tubal Ligation, Bilateral Salpingectomy, need proof and internal exam for endometrial/uterine ablation). Some apprehensiveness and dissuading (probably for liability or peace of mind), but as long as you are sure of yourself and what you want they trust you.
Dr. Boleslaw Bendek in Mesa, Arizona. 35 Female. Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. Married, no children. No bingos whatsoever. When I thanked him for being so kind and supportive of my choice he said, "No need to thank me. You're the boss." 😭 Took two months from consult to surgery. My insurance covered it 100% bc it falls under family planning.
Dr. Thomas Bickley Completed bilateral salpingectomy (age 34) and was absolutely fantastic.
Dr. Pavel Petkov Adelante Healthcare 1705 W. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85201(bilateral salpingectomy)
Dr. Raul Osario 6242 E. Arbor Ave Mesa, AZ 85206 +1 480-834-3907 (Tubal ligation, Uterine ablation, Full hysterectomy)
Dr. Stephine Kramer, Endometrial ablation and a tubal ligation - Female, 32, Single. A lot of bingoes but ultimately surgeon agreed to perform the procedure.
Dr. Eugene Adel is incredible. I have gone to 3 providers to try and get accepted for sterilization at my age of 22. Not only that, I was having period problems and he is a great listener and problem solver! He had me sign the consent form today on my first day of meeting me. He asked if i was sure i said yes and said ok i would be happy to perform the surgery. now im just waiting for my surgery i am so freaking excited!
[Dr. Thomas J Waliser](azgyn.com) at Arizona Gynecological Consultants 1919 E McKellips Rd STE 106, Mesa, AZ 85203 Surgery Date: November 2022 Bilateral salpingectomy, 22, FTNB. Him (and the NP, Amy Binegar) were supportive & understanding, no bingos, no weight gaslighting. I was nervous about mentioning sterilization but the NP turned out to be very supportive. I was able to immediately schedule with Dr. Waliser for consult. He was supportive, gave helpful advice regarding insurance/costs, and was a fantastic surgeon. I was able to schedule the surgery (at one of the Phoenix locations) after the 2nd appointment for as soon as 6 weeks from then, but put it out an extra 2 months due to personal reasons.
+1 Dr. Waliser. 2022. Bisalp on 25-year-old CF redditor. He asked me if I was sure a few times and then put me on the schedule for the surgery. He is a nice man and a great surgeon.
Phoenix
Dr Andrea Aguirre, MD. This gynecologist has contacted us directly to advise, "Happy to help people with sterilization via tubal or hysterectomy" and " I do discuss alternatives to sterilization but only as my blanket policy for all my patients given that it is a part of informed consent along with risks and benefits of the procedure. But other than having contraindications to pelvic surgery, I do not deny sterilization to any of my patients for any reason. Their body, their choice."
Dr. David Glassman, DO, FABOG Advanced Women's Care, 3805 E Bell Rd # 4800, Phoenix, AZ 85032, 602-942-6800. Sept 2022. Total hysterectomy on 40-year-old woman who initially requested a bisalp. We went over family history and he became alarmed as I kept adding to the cancer list. I was immediately set up for a genetic marker test and it came back positive in a "it's when, not if" kind of way. He then shifted gears to encouraging a total hysterectomy and was surprised when I was all for it. He sent all the bits for testing and THEY FOUND CANCER! The surgery itself was considered the cure because it was so small and just starting, but I opted for a few sessions of chemo anyway to be absolutely sure.
Dr. Jamal Maraud, DO Banner - University Medicine Womens Institute, 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006. 602-521-5700. Also in Gilbert. Body-positive doctor. 2020. Laparoscopic hysterectomy on 37-year-old CF-redditor (robotic hysterectomy, leaving only the left ovary). My laparoscopic hysterectomy happened while I was 230ish lbs and was as unremarkable as I'd hoped. My weight was never mentioned at all.
Dr. Nancy Harris of Phoenix, Arizona, I had a Bilateral Laparoscopic Salpingectomy. Referred to by my heath care provider. Free under the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (Mercy Care). After initial consultation I was approved and had a mandatory 30 day wait until surgery was scheduled. Absolutely no bingos and did not question my decision. She was happy she was my first consultation because she was worried that I might have had a hard time finding someone to do it. I got lucky! I'm 24, single, childfree.
Dr. Naomasa Hase, DO, FACOG Laparascopic Bilateral Salpingectomy July 2022 Age: 32, Married, No children Wait time was about a month out from the initial consultation appointment. Consultation was very straightforward, he was very easy to talk to about the procedure and ask questions. Not once did I get any bingos, not even a "Are you sure this is what you want?" Follow up appointment two weeks post-op to check incisions.
Sarah Sharer, MD, Phoenix, AZ Ioana Danci, MD, Phoenix, AZ.
+1 Dr. Danci. Dr. Danci is very body-positive!
+1 Dr Sarah Sharer. I’m a 23F and I just had a bilateral salpingectomy done by dr Sarah Sharer. I came in to an appointment to have some information about the procedure and we scheduled the surgery that same day. It all went smoothly, they only had me schedule 30days after that appointment per hospital rules. I have Cigna Health insurance and it was 100% covered by them. I asked Dr Sharer about her opinion on me being a 23y/o with no children coming to do said procedure and she said and I quote “It is your choice. The minimum age in the US for this procedure is 21. If you’re above that, it is completely your choice” which made me feel incredible. She was an angel throughout the whole process.
Dr. Heather Zechman with AZ Gynecology Consultants in Phoenix, AZ, did a bilateral salpingectomy on 25yo childfree me with zero bingoes. Not judgmental at all. And the surgery went great, with very little pain and nausea (credit to both her and the excellent anesthesiologist).
Dr. Richard Wilson Southwest Contemporary Women's Care (Tubal Ligation)
Megan N. Wasson D.O. Mayo Clinic Hospital (hysterectomy, bilateral salpingectomy)
Dr. Travis J Powell Maryvale Family Health Center (bilateral salpingectomy)
Dr. Keri Sweeten Understanding Women Center for Wellness GYN, (32nd Street and Shea)
Dr. Paul Magtibay AZ Mayo Clinic performed Bi-Salp without bingos and was fantastic both in consultation and procedure.
Dr. Jacqueline Belen Sonoran Medical Center (51st Avenue & 101). (Bilateral salpingectomy on 31F, no bingos!)
Dr. Jeffery Higley OB/Gyn Bella Women's Care 650 W Maryland Ave STE 1 Phoenix, AZ (He is willing to do Bilateral Salpigectomies or Tubal Ligation)
Thylma L. Sta Maria, MD, Momdoc LLC 20950 N Tatum Blvd Bldg A Phoenix, Arizona 85050 (480) 917-6480. Bilateral Salpingectomy Patient age/marital/childfree status: 27, Unmarried, No children. Experience: No bingos and had a great experience that was very easy and informative.
Dr. Yi at the Mayo Hospital in Arizona. He was understanding, supportive and so kind to my throughout the process. For reference I am 26, never had kids and sought him out for sterilization. He went over all my options without judgment and helped me decide on fallopian tube removal surgery (bilateral salp). My surgery was at the Mayo Hospital and the whole staff was amazing. 10/10 cannot recommend him and his team enough.
Shashank Srivastava took my uterus, cervix, and tubes out at age 28. I have 0 children. I am married. He has verbally said to me many times that he hates that other doctors try to be "paternal" and refuse sterilization for young women. Couldn't recommend him more!
Celeste Pottorff DO. Her main office is in Phoenix, but sometimes she practices in Ahwatukee. I was 35 at the time of my salpingectomy and no children. No bingoes, no judgement. Didn't even ask what my husband thought. Excellent surgeon, very small incision, practically painless. A childfree friend had a hysterectomy with her at 34 for fibroids, and she was not judged either.
Dr James Fishman - Performed NNNSV on 28 year old unmarried me with no bingos. Just did the usual confirmation question consult and day of procedure. Very detailed with informational papers but kept it simple at the same time. Solid bedside manner, has been doing NNNSV (No Needle No Scalpel Vasectomy) since it came out. Office staff were above average for a doctors office too.
+1 Dr James Fishman in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. He did no scalpel no needle vasectomy on 22M single with no children. He was non judgmental, no bingos and explained the procedure. Today I got the procedure and it went well and quick. I didn't feel pain. I 100 percent recommend him.
+1 Dr Fishman, Bf said he was thorough and never once bingoed my bf after he explained that he was already 35 and still didn't want kids due to a combo of family history health issues and selfish reasons.. Upon initial examination Dr. Fishman said he was a good candidate due to "the shape of things" .. I went with bf and waited in the lobby for a little under an hour. He had good things to say about him. Thank goodness for the elevator right outside the door. 5 stars!
Dr. Valerie Scholten with Desert Sage OBGYN in Phoenix Arizona. I am 30 and recently married. I have been seeing WHNP Jill Lambert for some time, so the practice was aware that I did not want children. When I initially talked about sterilization with Lambert, the only pushback I got was that an IUD is a less invasive procedure IF I wanted to think about surgery a little longer (but not that I needed to). I returned four months later (post-Roe leak) to meet with Scholten and she approved me immediately—didn’t need to say any of my schpeal. She did make a strange comment about how you never know someone’s reasons “you could be bipolar!” (Which I am) which rubbed me the wrong way but I believe was said in good spirit. She said she has performed bI-slaps on women as young as 21.
Dr. Gregory Desanto, located in Phoenix, Arizona. I am 34, newly married, longtime childfree. Other doctors have denied me in the past for being too young. Saw Dr. Desanto to ask for bilateral salpingectomy. He made sure to clarify that it was permanent sterilization and asked if I was sure, and I after I told him I was, he went on the explain the details of the procedure and talk about scheduling-- no bingos, respected my decision. Very open to my questions and concerns. About a month between consult and procedure (but part of that delay was some communication issues with my insurance).
Kathleen Powers, MD. Phoenix, AZ, Laproscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy, 20 ftm, married (but actually wasn't important), totally childfree. Met for first consult, and had a surgery date scheduled within a week. No bingos, no "what if"s. Brought my husband with me but she didn't even acknowledge him. She believed me that I was sure. I am the youngest patient she's operated on, and she did say that part of that decision was because I'm a trans dude and the gender dysphoria aspect helped cement it for her.
Prescott
Ktie Campuzano, MD (Tubal Ligation)
Scottsdale
Dr. Jeffrey Cornella Mayo Clinic (Bilateral salpingectomy) Very straightforward and pleasant. Asked basic questions, did a brief examination, and helped me book a surgery date.
Dr. Lindsay Allen MD Deborah Wilson M.D. and Associates Gynecology, 10250 North 92nd Street, Suite 102, Scottsdale, AZ 85258,480.860.4791. April 2023. Bisalp on 32-year-old CF redditor. At my appointment to discuss replacement IUD, I asked about permanent BC based on current political climate and knowing for years I don't want children. Zero pushback or bingos. Not a moment of hesitation, she just explained the IUD is just as effective but didn't try to steer at all.
Dr. Mitchell Kaye Scottsdale Urologic Surgeons (Vasectomy)
Dr. Carrie Roberts Deborah Wilson MD and Associates Gynecology (Bilateral Salpingectomy for 23F, zero BINGOS, highly supportive)
Dr. Matthew L. Steinway Arizona Urology Specialists (Vasectomy for mid-20s male) - Was asked basic questions if I was sure, didn't try to change my mind, funny guy
+1 Dr Steinway, 30 y/o cisgender male, no-scalpel vasectomy.
Dr. Sally Wareing Scottsdale Women's Care (Tubal Ligation)
Dr. Julieann Heathcott MD Arizona Women's Care, 9823 N 95th St # 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, 928-569-7049. Oct 2023. Bilateral salpingectomy on 34-year-old CF redditor. I went in knowing what procedure I wanted. Dr. Heathcott didn't ask about my husband or any children, didn't give me any bingos. She wanted to know if I was sure, and how long I had been thinking about bilateral salpingectomy. She explained the procedure very clearly/ I had a very successful surgery with her. Excellent experience.
-1 Dr. Heathcott. Nov. 2024. She gave me a few bingos, “you’re so different from when you’re 20 to 30 think about when you’re 40” and “you could meet someone and change your mind” and I left the consult with birth control pill samples.
Dr Erica Montes at the practice Deborah Wilson in Scottsdale AZ is performing my Bisalp. She did not ask any invasive questions or say any bingos, and was very caring during my visit. i am F24 have a partner with a vasectomy not married.
Tempe
Dr. Namita Kothari, MD, FACOG 1492 S. Mill Avenue, Suite 201, Tempe, AZ 85281, 480-257-2777. Plus-size friendly. March 2024. Bisalp on 35-year-old redditor. Had mine done at 300lbs size 18/20 (I'm tall). Doctor was the best. Weight didn't come up once. Went in for my consultation Feb 5th and less than a month later, we are done.
Tucson
Dr. Steven Dudick University of Arizona/Banner University Medical Center. 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2 Tucson, AZ 85719 520-694-6010. Doctor's statement:"I am an OB/GYN in Tucson, AZ who is willing to provide sterilization procedures for child-free patients age 18+. I typically will discuss alternatives to sterilization, and the increased risk of regret in those who do not have children or are under the age of thirty, as a standard part of informed consent, but will never outright refuse the procedure for someone who has made that decision."
Dr. Holly Bullock, She performed a bilateral salpingectomy. I'm 26, single, and forever child free. Dr. Bullock was absolutely amazing from the first visit all the way through surgery. She actually listens, made sure I had every bit of info I needed, and is very prompt about getting the forms submitted to the state (since AZ has a 30day mandatory wait). I LOVE that because she works at a teaching hospital, she actively goes out of her way to stop and explain to med students in the room how it's important to listen and advocate for the PATIENT and even explains to them how there are other doctors that will try to weasel patients out of having permanent procedures like these bc of personal beliefs. NB Dr Bullock will not sterilise below 21yo for insurance reasons.
+1 Dr Bullock, 23F bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Holly Bullock, she's great, didn't bingo, just did her due diligence as a doctor (obviously made sure I understood it's a permanent procedure, etc etc). She's also very queer friendly! Hospital experience was good, very fast, it honestly took me less time to recover than it took my fiance to recover from his vasectomy, I can't recommend her enough. I'm a woman and was 25 at the time. She's based in Tucson, AZ
Dr. Amy Mitchell University Medical Center OBGYN Clinic (Essure)
Dr. Anna Nelson. Genesis OBGYN northwest in Tucson AZ. 6261 N. La Cholla Boulevard, Suite 277 Tucson, AZ 85741. P.520-877-3800| Fax-520-877-3801. I’m 22, not married, no children, and she was the one to bring up sterilization before I could when I mentioned never wanting children. She scheduled an appointment for a tubal ligation within the next week over the phone with me once insurance gave the go ahead.
Dr. Peter Burrows, Urologist Arizona Center for Vasectomy (18+ welcome)
+1 Dr. Burrows Nov. 2022. Vasectomy on 18-year-old redditor.
Dr Kenneth Choi - Tucson Arizona for vasectomy. Married, 24, no kids. Triple checked that I didn't want kids, was seen within 2 weeks, they were paid by Military/Tricare. Operation was under ten minutes, healed completely in a week. Tested in-clinic twice, no kids :)
Dr. Carol Dehasse 6060 N. Fountain Plaza Dr Suite 250, Tucson, AZ 85704 (Bilateral Salpingectomy)
Dr. Paige Brainard - In Feb 2021 I had a tubal ligation performed by Dr. Paige Brainard. When I requested one, her response was, “if you’re sure then so am I.” I have zero children and have never been pregnant.
+1 Dr Brainard, I had a tubal ligation and intrauterine ablation done by Dr. Paige Brainard at Copperstate OBGYN in Tucson, AZ. I was 32 at the time and she did not ask any questions or BINGO me.
Dr. David Mainman who will be doing a hysterectomy. He didn’t bat an eye and agreed to it even before I told him I already had my tubes tied.
Jennifer Reinhart, MD, she performed the surgery without question and also worked with billing to make sure it was coded correctly so that it would be FREE including hospital charges. I am 29(f) and am childfree. She’s amazing. She is at Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, AZ.
Benton
Dr Christina Green. Me:28, married, no children - Bilateral salpingectomy performed. No bingos. Asked me if I understood it is permanent and am sure. I said yes. She immediately goes on to tell me about the procedure, no hesitation. I told her about this subreddit and the wiki resource and she said “add me on there, I support women’s choices.”
+1 Dr. Christina Green - Saline Women's Clinic Total laparoscopic hysterectomy performed Jan 2024. 24 female. Married. No kids. I asked about having a scalpingectomy and she actually recommended the hysterectomy, said that if I don't want kids, why keep the periods. I was able to schedule that day for surgery to be performed 2 weeks later. She did lab work and a biopsy of my cervix to check for any other potential health issues that could cause complications with an invasive procedure. Overall, fantastic and have referred numerous friends to her also.
+1 Dr. Green commented that she is not here to tell anyone what to do with their body, just to ensure that they are informed about their options, and the risks and benefits of each. Very respectful. Performed bilateral salpingectomy on 35/F, married with no children June, 2024.
+1 Dr. Christina Green with the Saline Health Women’s Center in Benton, AR, she was amazing, kind, helpful, friendly and never tried to bingo me. I had laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy and I’d recommend her for anyone interested. Oct 2024.
Bentonville
Dr Lisa Bearden in Bentonville, Arkansas. (479) 876-8111. I was able to receive a tubal from Dr Lisa Bearden in February 2020 when I was an unmarried 30 years old. I went in with a list of reasons why and with a partner willing to advocate for me. She said she supported my decision without hearing all the bingos and said my partner support is great but it's my body. I was shocked with her immediate support and understanding. Dr Bearden cared about my wants and made sure I understood what would happen with the procedure. She said there were better temporary methods but that since I wanted a permanent solution to my unwanted fertility, she would do the procedure. It was a 30 minute consult and I was able to sign waivers and set a date.
Dr. Matthew Kincade in Bentonville, Arkansas. He accepted my request for a vasectomy with very few questions. He did ask me my reasons and asked me a hypothetical question about any potential future partner wanting kids. But then after I answered he said that by the time someone makes it in for a consult with him that he figures they know what they want and understand what they're signing up for. He just asks the hypothetical to cover all of his bases. He was very friendly and straightforward throughout both the consult and the procedure itself. His office accepted my Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, although I can't speak to other insurance they accept or if they take on uninsured patients.
Conway
Dr. Courtney Sick, MD OBGYN Renaissance Women’s Center, 2300 Robinson Avenue, Conway, AR 72034, 501-548-6100. Doctor says she will perform sterilization without considering age or number of existing children.
Dr. Jeff Marotte Conway Urology (No Needle Vasectomy)
Fayetteville
Dr. Emily Hinton MD Parkhill The Clinic For Women, 3215 N. North Hills Blvd, Suite 3, Fayetteville, AR 479-521-4433, Plus-size friendly doctor. Tubal fulguration on 28-year-old redditor. I was a size 22, 250 lbs! Zero complications and I was a little worried about my stomach flap but the incisions were actually right underneath it in an impossible to find place, it was super impressive and I can’t find the scars now!
Dr. Alexis N. McCollum 3215 N. Northhills Blvd., Ste. B, Fayetteville, AR 72703, 479.463.5500. March 2023. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. No fight, no judgement, just a nice appointment and we got me scheduled for Bisalp very quickly! 100% worth the several month wait to get seen. I'm 28, childfree, and had no issues at all.
Dr Thomas Hal Bradford at Accent Women’s Health in Fayetteville, AR, did a bisalp for me (age 21 w/ no kids). He and his staff made the whole process as simple as can be.
+1 Dr Bradford, Tubal Via Salpingectomy. He did ask my reasons, but when I said I was child free and wish to stay that way, he didn't second guess or bingo me. He simply agreed, and told me he thought all women deserves the right to chose. His staff did as well, and it was a quick scheduling.
Dr. Britte Smith 3215 N Northhills Blvd Ste B ZIP: 72703 (479) 463-5500. Laparoscopic tubal ligation on a 24 year old. Personal experience: The nurse I saw prior to her was hesitant, but I insisted on a referral and Dr. Smith never once tried to talk me out of it; she just went over the risks with me and then scheduled me for the end of the month.
10/2/2021 Another user reports her friend has been refused sterilisation by Dr Smith for several years.
Dr. Chad E. Brekelbaum, Urologist. 5401 Willow Creek Dr, Springdale, AR 72762. Vasectomy on 25 year old. No bingos; feels it isn't his place to tell people they can't have procedure.
Dr Mark Pickhardt at Renaisscance Women's Healthcare Laparoscopic tubal ligation/Laparoscopic total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy *(at least for trans men)*. Will only ask "Are you 110% certain?" after making sure you are aware of what the procedure and outcome will be. His reasoning for asking is, "if someone is 110% certain that they want something, then I don't have any reason to second guess them." Transgender friendly.
Dr. Thomas Bradford at Accent Women's Health 3000 N. Market Ave., Ste. E Fayetteville, AR 72703. Tubal ligation on 25 year old female. Personal experience: Friendly staff, never even tried to talk me out of it. Referred a friend and she got one too at a young age by the same doctor.
+1 Dr Bradford, Dr. Bradford is very pro choice and did not bingo me at all. Actually told me he thinks it’s ridiculous that anyone would tell us what to do with our bodies. Scheduling was fast and easy. Surgery was quick, easy, and painless and no one was judgmental of me. 23 CF.
+1 Dr Bradford, bilateral tubal ligation. Dr. Bradford is very pro choice and did not bingo me at all. Actually told me he thinks it’s ridiculous that anyone would tell us what to do with our bodies. Scheduling was fast and easy. Surgery was quick, easy, and painless and no one was judgmental of me.
Dr. Erin Large, Dr. Large gave me (27f) a tubal ligation. No kids, not married, have been with my bf 4.5yrs. She warned me that a certain percentage of women do regret it, but she didn't try to talk me out of it. In fact, she told me she was confident that as a 27 year old, I could make my own decisions. Honestly love her and couldn't be more grateful. Entire team was FANTASTIC.
Fort Smith
Dr. Mark J. Fowler Gynaecologist. Sparks Medical Plaza 1500 Dodson ZIP : 72901 (479) 709-7490. No bingoes. Laparoscopic hysterectomy on 28 years old after stating desire to have it done. Also transgender friendly.
Dr. Jean Marie Householder Gynaecologist. Sparks Medical Plaza 1500 Dodson ZIP : 72901 (479) 709-7490. Essure procedure and tubal ligation on a 25 year old.
Hot Springs
Dr. Jamie Cardenas practicing out of CHI St. Vincent in Hot Springs, Arkansas. I'm 31, single and have no children. He works at a Catholic hospital, so he can't do a bisalp. But was willing to perform a tubal ligation on me with no argument or pushback or bingos. He outright told me to try another gynecologist in the area as opposed to going through a procedure which might not be permanent.
Dr. Suchita Verhade practicing out of National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas. 1900 Malvern Ave Ste. 401, Hot Springs, AR 71901. I'm 31, single and have no children. Dr. Verhade performed a bilateral salpingectomy on me in March of 2024. No bingos, pushback or arguments. I just had to sign a waiver acknowledging it's a permanent procedure and she did ask me what if a partner wanted children and I told her then that's not the person for me and she said that was a great answer. I got excellent care with no insurance hoops to jump through or any other obstacles. NB this doctor will not provide sterilisation for under 30's
Johnson
Dr Pierson is happy to do sterilizations on young people (I had mine at 25). Also trans friendly. She talks and moves at 65 miles an hour but is very nice and asked me just enough questions to determine that I knew what I was asking for, but no bingo'ing.
Jonesboro
Dr Ladd Scriber St. Bernards Urology Associates. Experienced urologist, no hassle, no bingos, no questions vasectomy. ~$1,000 (66h 41m) without insurance.
Little Rock
Dr. Ananth Ranganathan, Arkansas Women’s Center, 9500 Kanis Rd Ste 200, Little Rock, AR 72205. Bilateral salpingectomy on F26. No bingo, very friendly. Informed me of the risks and asked if I was sure, then got it scheduled promptly.
Dr. Lindsay Osleber, Bilateral Salpingectomy on 25 yo; Mentioned wanting to be sterilized, and she suggested the exact procedure I wanted - only questioning to make sure that I knew it was permanent.
Leticia A. Jones M.D.. Bisalp at 27. I'm married, and we're childfree. Dr. Jones was super nice and friendly. No bingos. I just had to sign a thing saying that I knew that it would be permanent. Time between Consultation and surgery was 3 months.
+1 Leticia Jones, bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Leticia Jones- https://www.baptist-health.com/doctor/leticia-ann-jones-md/. I had a laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy at 21. I'm not married & I dont have kids. She only paused to tell me that I was at a high risk of regret due to me being younger, but only because I think she legally had to. She was fully on-board from day one.
Dr. Michael Smith - Performed a salpingectomy on me at 22. No bingo-ing, extremely kind, and went over every little detail with me during the consultation visit and right before surgery.
Dr. Brian Burton, Tubal Ligation using Filshie Clips
Dr. Christie Cobb (formerly Dr. Christie Beck) Little Rock OBGyn clinic in Baptist tower II. Offered several IUD options as well as ablation.
Dr. Julia Goodwin at the West Little Rock Womens Center performed my bisalp no questions asked. She respected my decision (32, married) and was very clear and concise every step of the way.
Renee P. McGraw, UAMS Women’s Center in Little Rock, AR. Performed a laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy on me at age 26. Did not care whether I was married or not. Zero bingoes. Most of the providers at this facility are child-free-friendly. This is just the one who performed my surgery.
Russellville
Jennifer Harris, APRN, and Dr. Suzanna Chatterjee-Morris of River Valley Obstetrics and Gynecology in Russellville, Arkansas were both amazing. I’d had a long-standing relationship with Harris and went to discuss removing and replacing my IUD when I decided to ask her about sterilization. She gave me the basic rundown and said, “as long as you and your partner are both sure, you sound like a great candidate.” I assured her we were and she set up a consultation with Dr. Chatterjee-Morris. My husband and I had a great consultation with Dr. Chatterjee-Morris who was very knowledgeable, open-minded, and clear. She answered our questions and we decided to do the procedure. I opted for a tubal ligation along with an ablation to stop having periods for the next 5-7 years. I just had the procedure done on Monday and everything went smoothly. I am currently recovering and definitely want to share this doctor with others as she seems very open-minded and progressive. She has a great bedside manner and absolutely reminded me of Mindy on “The Mindy Project.”
Anaheim
Dr. Aaron Spitz (Vasectomy for 26 year old)
Dr. Laura Ann Sech with Kaiser Permanente insurance, bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Dr. Sech. Jan 2023. Bisalp on 33-year-old redditor. This doc fully supported my decision, even mentioned she's been doing tons on younger women lately bcuz she "somehow ended up on some internet list" (here lol). Normal questioning, make sure I understand risks and that it's permanent etc. Never tried to talk me out of it.
Dr. Diana Marie Spak M. D. from the southern California Kaiser Permanente network. She works out of both 12100 S Euclid St Garden Grove California 92840 and out of 3460 E La Palma Ave Anaheim California 92806. She approved me for the procedure in January when I went to her for a permanent sterilization consult (either via endometrial resection/ablation, a bisalp or both since I also have PCOS and had excessive periods that never really ended). She had a great bedside manner, was not patronizing or condescending (the way several previous doctors who had denied me in the past were) and just wanted to make sure I had thought it through but asked in such a way that avoided any bingos and remained respectful of my autonomy and choices. She advised that she would be willing to sterilize me (I was 28F CF, and unmarried with no kids).
Dr. George Ahad, Clinic for Women Anaheim 947 S Anaheim Blvd Ste 240, Anaheim, CA 92805 (714) 635-4424. Had bisalp. 28, unmarried, no children. Covered IN FULL with CalOptima/Medi-cal. Initially said I wanted a tubal for appt making ease and when I met doc I clarified bisalp. Zero issues, PA just asked me if I was certain. Surgery performed at med center next door. Straightforward doctor.
Antioch
Jeremy Lieb, M.D. very skilled urologist.
Brittany Kausen, MD, 34 year old cis woman, married and childfree. My experience was nothing short of fantastic. Didn't get bingoed once by any member of my care team. Just a quick confirmation that I know is permanent, and it's what I want. From the initial message to the day of surgery, the wait time was about 1.5 months. My copay was only $10 on the day of surgery. I have kaiser through my job (local county).
Apple Valley
Dr. Amal K. Guha- I'm a 26 year old who went in to ask for a bilateral salpingectomy,he didn't bingo me and had me scheduled for sterilization within 10 minutes of meeting him.
Arcata/Humboldt County
Dr. Oliver Puttler is no longer practicing in Arcata. See Dr. Micks in Eureka.
Auburn
Dr. Janiga https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-doctor/dr-matthew-janiga in Auburn, California (Gold Country, closest major city is Sacramento/Roseville.) Unmarried at time of procedure. Dr. Janiga was great. Covered completely by Medicaid, closest thing to a bingo was asking, "Are you sure?" Was scheduled out about a month and put on a waiting list. Got a call the next day that there was cancellation and had the procedure that afternoon. Went smoothly, able to drive home 15 minutes after. 3 month check showed successful.
Bakersfield
Dr. Siniva Kaneen Bisalp for 25 year old. She did not bingo me, made me feel extremely comfortable and welcomed. She openly belives that women are capable for making their own decisions regarding their bodies
Dr. Jason Helliwell. His practice partner and wife (Dr Siniva Kaneen) is already listed, but he was my Obgyn so thought he should be listed too. 29F, tubal ligation, childfree. Zero bingos, very supportive and said he believes women should be able to decide not to have kids just as much as deciding to have them.
Dr. Tony Hoang at Premier Women's Medical Group in Bakersfield California. 8305 Brimhall Rd #1602, Bakersfield, CA 93312 Phone: (661) 843-7673. Though I had my tubes tied in the past, I came to Dr. Hoang for a myriad of health issues. He performed a supracervical hysterectomy on me. My ovaries remain intact thankfully. 30 year old female, childfree and single. When discussing my health issues and past medical history, doctor asked why I had my tubes tied. I simply answered because I didn't like or want children, he said "okay that helps me to understand what we can do to help you without limiting our options." He listed to my concerns, he was very thorough and helpful. No hate for being CF!
Dr. August Accetta in Bakersfield, California. I'm 29 years old, single, and fully childfree. I did have to go to a single therapy appointment to assess my mental health (and then attend a second appointment to go over my results and get my clearance, but it wasn't a traditional appointment.) He said this is required for my insurance as I'm under 30. He checked that I for SURE didn't want children, and believed me when I said I didn't. Surgery dates are unfortunately booked out 6+ months, but otherwise 0 complaints.
Dr. Vasanthi Srinivas, MD, 2500 17th Street Bakersfield, California 93301, Bilateral salpingectomy, 38, unmarried (in a relationship but it was discussed and agreed upon by us both) no children. She started to say something about not typically doing these surgeries in my age range but I told her I have lifelong mental and physical health problems and she agreed to do it without any further issue. Not sure how she would have reacted if I was younger. But very kind and easy going. Use with caution if under 35 as this doctor may only be open to doing the procedure on over 35's.
Berkeley
Dr. Chi Keung Lee Golden Gate Urology (thought it was strange for wanting a vasectomy at 21, but didn't push it otherwise)
Dr. Radhika Madhavan Bilateral Salpingectomy. My info: 34, Single, No Children. My only wait time after I had requested the bisalp was a 3 day standard California waiting period and then I was able to schedule surgery without issue. Insurance copay was $823 with Anthem, which was later refunded to OP. I never received any bingos, though I was prepared for it. In fact she was heavily pregnant when I first discussed sterilization options with her. The only thing she said was to remember that this was permanent but she respected my bodily autonomy and choices. I had a wonderful experience on the day of surgery and everyone was really kind, I wouldn’t hesitate recommending her.
+1 Dr Madhaven; I am a 27F that’s unmarried. I got a laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. I met her in late October via video chat and she never bingoed me. I was also never bingoed by the staff at Alta Bates Hospital. They were very kind and professional.
Dr. Amy Kane - this is her sutter profile, but I was referred to her through LifeLong Medical Care. Location: Berkeley, CA Age: 32 Marital: single Status: childfree Summary: Zero "bingos." She was respectful. I needed to wait one month after signing a form due to Medi-Cal protocols. Through my insurance (Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal), 100% of my procedure was covered!
Tami Rowen. My age is 32, unmarried (but in a long term relationship), childfree. No bingos from Dr. Rowen and she was very supportive. She said, "I'm not out to sterilize the world, but send people my way. The happiest people I know are those who do not want children and do not have them." I did get the sense that she was doubly fine with doing the procedure because I am over 30. That's not to say she wouldn't sterilize younger people though.
Beverly Hills, Huntington Beach, Los Alamitos
Dr. Robert Pugach Urology (Vasectomy)
Beverly Hills
[Dr Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz](www.womenscareofbeverlyhillsgroup.com) Beverly Hills, CA. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, The only requirements are a desire for permanent sterilization & medical clearance / appropriate surgical candidate""
Dr. Paul Turek (Vasectomy) (Notes: Did not question my decision at all, and I'm 28, single, with 0 kids. He's expensive, but super skilled, experienced, and has made quite a name for himself in the field of urology.)
Caroline L. Wallner (Notes: Very respectful of my decision. 33/m, partnered, zero kids. Single tiny incision. No post op pain besides the usual.
Burbank
Chico
Dr Scolastica Njoroge from Enloe Womens Services in Chico California to the doctor's list. She did my bisalp and gave me no bingos. I didn't even need to give a list of reasons, I said I didn't want kids and now my tubes are gone. She was very nice. Thanks.
Dr. Akiba Green, DO 1665 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926, 530-332-5070. Aug 2024. Bisalp on 31-year-old redditor. Dr. Green was very supportive, wasn't judgmental, and didn't once ask me if I might change my mind, or argue that I might regret it someday. She treated me like an adult that makes educated decisions about my life/body.
Clovis
Nadeem Rahman, M.D. - California Urology Team California Urology , 782 Medical Center Drive East Suite #311 Clovis, California 93611. My husband and I are CF 26 years old and married for 3 years. Dr Rahman was so great! We were asked our marital status and if we had children when we answered that we had no children and no plans to he replied “excellent!” He explained medically how he would preform the vasectomy and what we need to do to make sure it is successful. We were given an appointment for the procedure that day no guilt or questioning from anyone in the office. Everyone we talked to at California Urology were so kind and professional and have made this experience so easy.
Covina
Raymond A. Barajas, MD.. July 2024. We had planned to do a laparoscopic bisalp but when he examined me again the morning of the surgery, he said because of my anatomy and being very thin in the area that was going to be worked on, there was high risk of bowel perforation, so a bisalp by mini-laparotomy was performed instead. I am 33, unmarried, have never had children. The only negative thing I have to say about my experience with him was that he required my psychiatrist to approve my surgery. I see a psychiatrist who prescribes me medication for depression and anxiety, and I do not have any other psychiatric diagnoses. This was frustrating, but once my psychiatrist signed off on it, there were no other issues.
Daly City
Tina Tan, MD (Essure) Went over the risk of regret only because it was mandatory, was very supportive otherwise.
Downey
Doctor. James David St. John, Kaiser. Procedure: bilateral salpingectomy. My info: 30, unmarried, no kids. He was super kind and supportive, he checked to be sure this is what I wanted of course but zero bingos!
Brian Jaywoo Kim Downey, California, USA Bilateral Salpingectomy 20F, unmarried, no kids. I received care with him 2022 through Kaiser. He will heavily suggest not to perform the procedure, but valued my own choice above his opinion. Be sure to be very knowledgeable and 100% certain you want this procedure and he may agree to do yours too! While he was a bit scary at first, once he knows there's no turning you away from the procedure, he becomes lighthearted, and I never doubted his abilities. I know of one other who was sterilized through him without kids. Eternally thankful for him and his team.
Dr. John Anthony Artenos MD — Kaiser Permanente Downey, CA, 28F, engaged, bilateral laparoscopic salpingectomy. Appointment was set up VERY quickly, though I originally rescheduled due to a family emergency. He was pretty apathetic about my child free status and only asked the mandatory "are you sure," "is someone forcing you," and "are you aware it's permanent" questions. After rescheduling, it was only six weeks to get from first appointment to surgery.
Dublin
Kristina Dragovic, MD Kaiser Permanente, Women's Health Center, 3rd Floor, 3100 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568, 925-556-4600. LBGTQ+ friendly. Feb. 2024. Bisalp on 31-year-old CF redditor. I was taking the pill, which failed, and she performed my D&C and other required care during that time, and has never once made me feel interrogated over my decision to be child free. I am anemic, on a couple of prescription medications, and have a history of heart palpitations. I have a very heavily tattooed abdomen, and before the surgery we looked at my tattoos and Dr. Dragovic plotted out where she would do the incisions to best fit in with them. She managed my pre-op care, and discussed my post-surgical recovery planning with me well in advance so that I could arrange time off work and accommodations thereafter. She provided an extremely detailed written account of the surgery in my medical chart, and found previously undiagnosed endometriosis during the procedure, which we will begin treatment for as well.
Escondido
Planned Parenthood - Offers Essure or Tubals. Didn't bingo a 27 year old cf woman, so unsure if they have an age limit. Surgeon's name was doctor Moran. 1-888-743-7526
Update 2020-06-26: Planned Parenthood no longer offers Essure.
Eureka
Dr. Elizabeth Micks, MD OBGYN Redwood Community Health Center Family Medicine & Pregnancy Services, 2350 Buhne Street, Suite A, Eureka, CA 95501, (707) 443-4593. I made the appointments back in June 2022 (for November surgery) because Dr. Micks had a long wait for surgery. The entire process was smooth, I wasn’t questioned for my reasons or made to feel like I would change my mind. She was amazing. Surgery last week went well too and my entire surgery team were women.
+1 Dr Micks from her time in Seattle.
Glendale
Dr. Carol Yeo in Glendale, CA (Kaiser). I am a 28 year old female, not married, and no children. I met with Dr Yeo and discussed the surgery, she did not once try to change my mind or push other forms of birth control on me. she ensured i knew what the surgery entailed and explained everything to me, then She set me up the same day to fill out the consent forms. I started the process in March, and by end of May I had the surgery (I was even offered a sooner date but needed more time to prepare to take the time off of work). 501 N Orange St Glendale CA 91203 However the operation was preformed at Kaiser’s main facility on Sunset BLVD in Los Angeles.
Fairfield
Dr. Aronow-Werner at Kaiser in Fairfield, CA. i was 32 at the time and was having severe chronic pain and unidentified gastro issues that were exacerbated by my cycles. i do not know how easy it would have been without those problems, but on my first visit to her i told her i had been wanting a hysterectomy for years and was always laughed out of every doctor office. she told me it’s my body and my decision and didn’t give me any grief about it. just made sure i was sure and booked my pre-op appointment right then and there. she took the time to explain the 2 different options (vaginal vs abdominal hysterectomy) and was incredibly kind and caring. i ended up needing more pain meds because i always take longer to heal than the average person and she gave me what i needed for as long as i needed it.
Folsom
Dr. Danielle Granieri, DO Kaiser Permanente, Roseville Riverside Medical Offices, Women's Health, 3rd Floor, 1011 Riverside Avenue, Roseville, CA 95678, 916-784-4050. Note: This doctor is in Kaiser Permanente, and does not take self-referred patients, as a result. July 2024. Hysterectomy on CF redditor. She was excellent!
Dr. Melissa Lares (bilateral salpingectomy) Works at Kaiser. Very nice, only asks questions to be sure you want it done. Doctor is transgender-friendly. Does surgery in Folsom once a month, but mostly works out of Sacramento.
+1 Dr Lares, Bisalp on 24-year-old.
Ann Powelson, MD (Folsom, California), bilateral salpingectomy. I am 21F, not married/no kids. Dr. Powelson was super kind and respectful. Zero bingos and said that it was clear that I'd done my research on alternative forms of birth control, and that it was my body, my decision. We signed the consent forms and that was that! Scheduled bisalp for exactly 30 days later; the entire surgery team was fantastic. Highly, highly recommend Dr. Powelson!
Foothill Ranch
Dr. Kerry Price, MD, FACOG 26672 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA, 92610. Also in Irvine and Laguna Hills. 949-829-5533. Plus-size friendly. Sept 2023. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I’m about 5’10, 250 lbs, and she had no issues with my size. Was really great about hearing me out and understanding my struggles trying to get approved. Her PA wasn’t the nicest and didn’t want to bring in the doctor insisting I was too young. But the doctor herself was absolutely wonderful.
Fort Bragg
Dr. Brent Wright Mendocino Coast Clinics (Tubal). Totally CF-friendly!
Fresno
Dr Tara Brah, "I am a fellowship trained Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon in California. I am part of a private practice called Urogynecology Specialty Center and operate out of Fresno and Clovis. I am happy to provide sterilization to childfree patients. We accept Medical and most other insurances, but feel free to talk the office staff to confirm prior to booking an appointment (559)321-2930". "Must be over 21. I always do my due diligence and counsel everyone under 30-35 about risk of regret but will still happily do their surgery."
Dr. J. Paul Grewall (Vasectomy for a 20 year old CF man)
Dr. Kelleen Bosch (Hysterectomy)
Dr. Stewart Mason (Bilateral Salpingectomy for 31 yr-old)
Dr. Narayana Ambati, M.D. (Vasectomy)
Dr. Yuk-Yuen M. Leung (Vasectomy for a 24-year-old CF man)
Dr Pamela Emeney at the Community Medical Center in Fresno performed a bilateral salpingectomy at 33, with no kids or spouse/partner. She would be willing to give OP a hysterectomy at a later date. "Nelli Ghazaryan is the resident that went to bat for me and Dennis Desimone is the doctor that approved me. All at Women's Healthcare Center FHCN in Fresno, CA"
Fountain Valley
Minal Mehta M.D. SoCal ObGyn, 18111 Brookhurst Street, Suite 4450, Orange County Fountain Valley, CA 92708, 714-942-5450(laparoscopic removal of fallopian tubes). Dr Mehta has contacted us directly to advise, "I will do tubals for anyone over 18 . Your body, your choice!"
+1 Dr. Mehta. Oct 2024. Bisalp. The process was very simple and easy with her. Hospital is great, surgery center is great, Dr Mehta is great. Absolutely no bingos once during the process beyond what she is legally required to relay to her patients. From making the initial appointment to the surgery itself took about two months total.
Dr Lena Nguyen, "I provide permanent sterilization. Must be over 21 and marital status does not matter." - this gynecologist has reached out to us directly.
+1 Dr Nguyen, I was safe, taken seriously, and respected throughout the entire process. Her and all of the nurses I interacted with were so kind and focused on my care. My healing process has also been going very well. I cannot recommend this doctor enough.
+1 Dr. Lena Nguyen was absolutely amazing start to finish. She never bingoed me, she was super thorough about what to expect both at my pre op and on the day of surgery. I elected to not use narcotic medication for my recovery, but she did say if I felt I needed it I could call her office. Overall I felt so well taken care of without judgement. I had my procedure October 31st (spooky!) and now on November 2nd I am already on the upswing. I’m still uncomfortable but it is not unmanageable. 10/10 recommend her!
Fullerton
[Eric Tygenhof, MD FACS](www.southlandurology.com) I'm a urologist in Fullerton & Yorba Linda California who has performed vasectomies on men 18 and older.
Gardena
Dr. Nioosha Lofty Godsi, MD South Bay Medical Center, 25825 S. Vermont Ave, Harbor City, CA 90710/18600 S Figueroa St Gardena, CA 90248, 888-956-1616. Nov. 2024. Bisalp on 30-year-old CF redditor. Easy consultation, a few minor bingos just making sure I knew all of my options but very supportive after that first conversation. About two months from consult to surgery day.
Irvine
Dr. Kerry Price, MD, FACOG 16105 Sand Canyon Ave., Suite 200, Irvine, CA, 92618. Also in Laguna Hills and Foothill Ranch. 949-829-5533. Plus-size friendly. Sept 2023. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I’m about 5’10, 250 lbs, and she had no issues with my size. Was really great about hearing me out and understanding my struggles trying to get approved. Her PA wasn’t the nicest and didn’t want to bring in the doctor insisting I was too young. But the doctor herself was absolutely wonderful.
Dr. Cambria Kang at Kaiser Irvine, California. She’s worked with LGBT+ patients! Bilateral salpingectomy. 24 at the time of surgery, legally single (but in a relationship), CF for life. I had a phone consult with Dr. Kang in July or August of 2020. Due to COVID and school exams, I wasn’t able to have my surgery until May 2021. My insurance covered everything. When I had my phone consult with her, she said she just had to check through other forms of birth control with me as a procedure she could make note of that in my file I believe. Just a procedural thing even though she didn’t question my choices. When I explained why I wanted it she 100% supported it and didn’t question it. The day of the surgery my staff was great (like the resident, nurse, and anesthesiologist) and my recovery went swell too.
Dr Jessica Barr at AkermanMed - the only thing I remember Dr. Barr really asking me was "no babies, right?" To which I replied "yup, no babies." 29yo bilateral salpingectomy. She of course gave the standard talk of how sterilization is permanent and told me the pros and cons. She said that adding the uterine scraping would change it from a 15 minute procedure to 45 minutes, plus she wanted to look around my uterus and whatever while she's in there, to make sure everything looks good. We did a laparoscopic tubal bisalp and scraping of the uterine lining and iud removal. The procedure they wrote is "bilateral salpingectomy hysteroscopy dilation and circtlage (sp?), novasure endometrial ablation, intrauterine device removal"
Healdsburg
Dr. Shazah Khawaja, Bilateral Salpingectomy, Hysterectomy. She can sometimes be dismissive of anxieties surrounding the procedures but otherwise I got no pushback for what I asked for. 30yo.
Laguna Hills
Dr. Kerry Price, MD, FACOG 24411 Health Center Drive, Suite 200, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653. Also in Irvine and Foothill Ranch. 949-829-5533. Plus-size friendly. Sept 2023. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I’m about 5’10, 250 lbs, and she had no issues with my size. Was really great about hearing me out and understanding my struggles trying to get approved. Her PA wasn’t the nicest and didn’t want to bring in the doctor insisting I was too young. But the doctor herself was absolutely wonderful.
Lancaster
Dr. Eugene Rajaratnain easy vasectomy
La Jolla
Dr. Elizabeth Silverman 9850 Genesee Ave, #600 La Jolla, California 92037. Bilateral Salpingectomy. 36, Single, Childless. I'm an asexual virgin so I was concerned about push-back but Dr. Silverman was fully supportive of my decision. Surgery was performed a few weeks after consultation appointment.
Dr. Chandra Spring-Robinson, San Diego Women's Health in La Jolla, CA performed my bisalp without a hitch July 8, 2024 (my personal independence day). I had issues with billing and a long drawn-out battle with insurance, but I'm not sure who is responsible for the issue, the office or my insurance. Ultimately I did get it fully covered. When we first met, she asked me only "do you want to have children?" and I said "nope" and she said "then let's do this." She was the BEST. The whole OR team at Scripps Memorial Hospital was so wonderful and professional, and all women, which was a nice treat! Her final disclaimer before surgery was "So I have to give this patriarchal bullshit speech, but you do realize that removing your fallopian tubes will prevent you from blah blah blah?" (literally saying blah blah blah) and I said "hell yes" then was rolled back for surgery.
La Quinta
Dr. Valerie Valero Palm springs, CA La Quinta, CA - bilateral salpingectomy. I am 37 and child free. She was 100% receptive and supportive which was amazing. I've been trying to do this for 10 years. The process was relatively quick. My first appointment was July 8th, surgery October 1st.
Dr. CHIKANELE OKORIE I have IEHP, which is medical for low income people and I’m a single 26 year old woman. My doctor asked me if I was sure of my decision and didn’t bingo me. She asked before I was operated to just be sure and that’s it! I highly recommend her.
Loma Linda
Dr. Crystal Pruitt conducted my bisalp procedure and it was a great success. Also she takes Medi-cal IEHP insurance which is available to low-income California residents like myself. The operation was completely covered. 100% would recommend.
Long Beach
Christine Feigal, MD, 3711 Long Beach Blvd #700, Long Beach, CA 90807, United States, Phone: +1 562-634-8812. (22 F) bilateral salpingectomy on Nov 2024.
Los Angeles
Dr. Lisa Obasi, this gynecologist has reached out directly to advise that she is willing to provide permanent contraception for childfree women.
+1 Lisa Obasi (Los Angeles, CA), Consultation for a bilateral salpingectomy, 29 - single - no kids. I arrived for my appointment right on time and was taken straight back. Nurse did the usual weight/blood pressure check and went through medical chart updates. Doctor Obasi came in shortly thereafter. She was very warm, very friendly and super personable. I told her I had already gone through this consultation process before and she took me at my word. No bingos, just the “warnings'' and information they are legally required to tell you. She explained the procedure, had me sign a sterilization consent form in order to get the process going, and now I’m just waiting for the hospital to call and schedule the surgery.
Dr. Alicia Crecelius Kaiser Permanente, West LA Medical Center/Playa Vista. Hysterectomy (removal of cervix and uterus) and bilateral salpingectomy, 31F, no kids, endometriosis. You will have to be very diligent in asking for her, my friend that tried to get an appointment spoke with a few reps that couldn't find her in the system for some reason. Explain that she is in both West LA and Playa vista kaiser centers. She will go through the routine minor bingos because she has to- will explain that there are other BC options, that this is permanent and irreversible, etc. Not because she doubts you but because it's standard to make sure you know what to expect. Make sure you explain that you know your stuff. You will have to sign a bunch of sterilization forms as well. She is stoic but very professional and a woman of a few words. She will take you seriously and she made my surgery painless and easy. I referred my friend that also got a bilateral salpingo from her and she is under 30.
Dr. Miriam Mackovic (Bisalp for 25F. No bingos. Be well informed and you are set. Brought a binder and she didn't read it (made copies). Just made sure I know it's permanent and won't regret it. She is so sweet and her team/hospital staff are world-class. She called me the night before the procedure just to tell me that everything will be okay . A+++ experience) Update 23 March 2022 Dr Mackovic is retiring, and CWC is amalgamating into Memorial Care Medical Group.
Dr. Natasha Schimmoeller - (Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. No arbitrary age cut-off). She's extremely compassionate and respectful. She's involved in advocacy and teaching other doctors and staff to help provide these services and not bingo or pass judgement. 444 S San Vicente Blvd #1003 Los Angeles, CA 90048. 310-423-3946
+1 Dr Schimmoeller, bisalp on 26F: Not only was she amazing as a doctor (so nice, so helpful, and so skilled!), she is also ecstatic about the list on here.
+1 Dr Schimmoeller, Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy, Sept 2024, unmarried 28F. Dr. Schimmoeller is WONDERFUL. She was fully supportive from the start in my consultation and was able to answer my questions easily! She loves the list here, and so did the doctor that was shadowing her during my consultation. My consultation was at her office at Cedars-Sinai, and my surgery was also at Cedars-Sinai and it was an amazing experience, I had no pain following surgery and no complications. 10/10 recommend! Her office is at 444 S San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 and the phone number is 310-423-3946. My insurance is through Anthem I paid around $300 for my consultation and $1,200 for anesthesia and labwork.
Dr. Caren Hoffman. Bilateral Salpingectomy. 32 year old married female with no kids. Dr. Hoffman made sure that I understood the procedure is permanent, but there were no bingos or any sort of comments on my choice. She has performed a lot of bisalps and is very experienced (she also has a fun sense of humor). I am not sure if she has any age requirements for sterilization - it never came up.
Dr. Katrina J. Heyrana, MD, Ph.D. 8700 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310‑423-3277. July 2023. Bisalp on 43-year-old redditor.
Kelly N. Wright, MD - Her and her team are amazing and we had great conversations about women's right to choose and everything. She is fully on board with giving tubal ligation and hysterectomies to young women (I'm 24). Very respectful and LGBT+ friendly. Highly recommend.
Samantha L. Thomson, MD 8631 W. Third St. Suite 510E Los Angeles, CA 90048 Phone: 310-385-3380 - will only sterilize ages 30+
Dr. Kevin/Kourosh Daneshgar I am 33yo childfree. He didn't bingo me. He offers Essure and a bilateral mini-laparotomy tubal ligation (one larger incision no abdominal gas) . I got my surgery a week ago and he is awesome! I have free Obamacare/ACA and I had a $0 copay from this office.
+1 Dr Daneshgar, tubal ligation.
Mary Louise Kiernan with Complete Women’s Care. She did a combo Bi-Salp and ablation on a 24 year old with no kids not married with a partner of 4 years. Dr. Kiernan had the bi-salp done herself and was extremely supportive. She even utilized a method where she was able to take my cervix biopsy for the ablation while I was under for the bi-salp and had the sample quickly looked at while she was doing surgery, and was able to do the ablation right after and save me the trauma of getting a biopsy done while I was awake! (I hope that made sense).
Dr. Mya Zapata UCLA Health, Los Angeles, California. Bilateral salpingectomy 32 yr old cis-woman, single, childfree (never pregnant). Insurance: HealthNet, full coverage, zero co-pay Only waited 3 months between initial video consulation and surgery. Dr. Zapata and her team were incredibly friendly and professional.
Dr. Thomas J. Cachur at 1513 S. Grand Ave #320, Los Angeles, California 90015. I did have a history of negative side effects from other birth control methods but I received no bingos as a single, childless 23F. Surgery was scheduled at the first consultation and the care I received throughout the process was excellent.
Ram K. Parvataneni, MD, laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy, age 27, single, childfree. I had an excellent experience with this provider-- did not get bingo'd at all! I asked for the procedure, he went through options and risks, and then printed out the paperwork for me to sign. No invasive questions and no hassle. I got a call right after the consultation to schedule the surgery, earliest time was about just a little over 30 days post consult.
Mammoth Lakes
Dr Lucienne Bouvier MD Mammoth Hospital, 85 Sierra Park Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546, 760-924-4102. May 2023. LBGTQ+ friendly. Bisalp on 26-year-old redditor. When I originally went in to see her for the consult, I was 25 and in a relationship. I basically walked in and said “I never want kids and I want to be sterilized” and she said “okay, we can do a tubal ligation or bilateral salpingectomy”. Never questioned my decision, so supportive, couldn’t have asked for a better doctor.
Martinez
Dr. Fred Beck, MD 2500 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553. (925) 370-5000. County hospital - takes Medi-Cal and FamilyPACT Plan, and probably private insurance.
Milpitas
Dr. Janelle Michiko Ogura - 25F, long term partner, no kids. Laproscopic bilateral salpingectomy. Got my surgery scheduled for a few months after asking for it. She did try to push an IUD on me instead of surgery and went over risks several different times. She also made me have an appointment with my psychiatrist/ needed psychiatrists clearance because I have mental health diagnoses in my chart. Overall they did a great job w the surgery.
Mt Shasta
Dr. Leslie Andrews MD (Tubes tied, salpingectomy, ablations, hysterectomy) Siskiyou Medical Group (530) 926-4528
Modesto
Dr. Tessa Reisinger - Provides bilateral salpingectomy/tubal ligation as well as IUDs and other long-term contraception for young and/or childfree patients
Dr. Whitney LaClair (tubal ligation) Made sure I knew it was permanent but agreed to do the procedure.
Dr. Sean Clare (Bilateral salpingectomy/Laparoscopic sterilization on 23 Y/O Married CF F) Dr. Clare was amazing. I made a thorough binder which I submitted to the receptionist prior to my appointment and asked her to have Dr. Clare review it. During my appointment, he came in with my binder printed in hand. He had clearly read it through. No bingos or questions (my binder was very thorough, though) and he didn't acknowledge my husband until he was talking about surgery recovery and aftercare. Before that, he simply introduced himself and spoke to me directly about the surgery and what it entails. On my surgery day, he was very calming and completed my surgery in under a half hour. He also held my hand while I went "under" the anesthesia, which I found incredibly comforting as this was my very first surgery. He was extremely respectful and completely understood my decision to get the surgery, he had no doubts in me whatsoever. I can't recommend Dr. Clare enough.
Dr. Jon Lee, Cleared me for a bilateral salpingectomy at 25, though he does not perform the surgery himself. I went in to my appointment ready to fight for a tubal ligation. I was pleasantly surprised when I told him what I wanted and he said “Okay, that’s your decision to make.” I signed a waiver and that was that. The office organized my surgery with a different OB/gyn and it cost me $0 with Kaiser insurance.
Mountain View
Hattie Pearson, DO, Mountain View, California, Altos Oaks Medical Group (Stanford) Insurance: most ppo, scippa hmo, medi-cal. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I usually do bilateral salpingectomy to reduce ovarian cancer risk. I operate at EL Camino Hospital in Mountain View."
Dr. Edward Karpman (No scalpel vasectomy)
Dr. Surrat Phonsombat Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Mountain View Center, 701 E El Camino Real. I was (23 - ⅙) years old; Dr. Phonsombat simply asked me a few questions — how many children I had already, whether I'm sure I never want children, what happens if I meet someone who wants children — accepted my answers with no vfuss, had me sign a consent form, and did the surgery.
Dr. Jennifer Hsia Palo Alto Medical Foundation, no bingos (bilateral salpingectomy on 19yo)
+1 Dr Hsia "She is part of the Sutter Health network and I had a very good experience talking with her. No bingos as well, very fast and thorough scheduling. Originally I asked for just a tubal ligation (since I thought I'd get easier approval) but she was willing to do a full bisalp because it has a better chance of preventing pregnancy and ovarian cancer (I don't have a family history of Ovarian cancer either).
+1 Dr Hsia, Bilateral salpingectomy, 24 yo. Absolutely lovely experience. No bingos, just a 'You're sure?' and an invitation to join her long term study on the impact the procedure has had on my life 5 and 10 years down the line. Would recommend. Only waiting period was insurance mandated from Anthem and she deemed the procedure medically necessary so it would be covered. Eagerly waiting to give her my feedback in a few years.
Dr. Andrea Aslan Bilateral salpingectomy, 21yo. "she is not only very fat positive but she also didn't require any sort of verification that I wanted the procedure beyond a quick talk with my therapist (due to preexisting mental health conditions) and verbal confirmation from me that I was ready for this procedure."
Newport Beach
Dr. Adam Blatt Vasectomy
Oakland
Dr. Liz Wang. MD Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Urology, 4th Floor, 3600 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611, 510-752-6789. Nov. 2023. Vasectomy on 33-year-old man.
Dr. C. Ralph Melton Urology (Vasectomy on 32 M) 510-835-3680 No Bingo...exactly but asked me once how many children I fathered and I replied with "0" he then said. Ok and that if I do change my mind the procedure can be reversed but its not guaranteed. That was the end of the questioning.
Dr. Amy Michelle Vallerie OB/GYN (Tubal Ligation for 24F)
In Kaiser Permanente network; number listed (510-752-6101) is for Oakland Medical Center on Piedmont.
Despite my age and childless status,no bingos, just asked if I was sure, and then helped me set up an appointment for the surgery! Super sweet lady.
Surgery was about 7mo ago now & scarring is minimal (only 2 where the incisions were). I was back at my office job by the end of the week (albeit medicated).
Dr. Renee Perry OB/GYN (Tubal Ligation in 2018 for 30F) In Kaiser Permanente network; number listed is for Oakland Medical Center. Dr. Perry performed my actual surgery, and Vanessa Kaleb is my OB/GYN who cleared me for the surgery (below). Dr. Perry was an awesome surgeon and helped me feel super comfortable before and after my surgery.
Dr. Vanessa Kaleb OB/GYN In Kaiser Permanente network; number listed is for Oakland Medical Center. Dr. Kaleb was who consulted me on my decision to have my tubal ligation. She is childfree herself so no bingos!
Dr. Diana Ha in Oakland, CA - performed laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy on me age 22, no spouse or children. Very kind, good consult and just made sure I understood the procedure, no bingos, asked for my pronouns. Wonderful experience overall with very smooth healing and great follow-up from her. I asked her about procedure codes and she was happy to work with me to code it so insurance would cover it best. I ended up with just a $30 copay for the pathology report.
Theodore Hatch, MD - bilateral salpingectomy, 29yr old.
Ontario
Dr. Rachel Preece Sloan, MD Kaiser Permanente, Ontario Medical Center, 2295 S Vineyard Ave, Ontario CA,91761, 888-750-0036. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 31-year-old CF redditor. Kaiser requires pre-sterilization class and referral from PCP. Doctor was wonderful and chill. No bingos, zero judgement all throughout. Whole process took 6 months. Highly recommend!
Orange
Tabetha Harken, MD (bi-salp 30F, no kids 07/2020) During the whole process they will call it a "tubal ligation" but they completely remove the tubes and cauterize the ends. No bingos besides what they had to ask on the risks/authorization. Due to my insurance (medi-cal/medicaid/ CalOptima) I had to wait 30 days after the first appointment to get the surgery. I was able to schedule the surgery and first consultation during the same call. I did not need an authorization by insurance to go here-I just called and scheduled.
Dr. Monica Aszterbaum Bi-salp, 27F. No bingos from this dr, just regular clarifying questions. Accepts most insurances.
Stephanie Lao, MD - I went through my OB's office (Akermanmd.com), but heads up that while the NP Debbie (my OB) and Dr. Lao are childfree friendly, Dr. Akerman isn't. Dr. Lao performed a bilateral total salpingectomy (complete removal of both fallopian tubes) in December 2021, and I was 23 with no children and unmarried. She asked why I was wanting to get one now I explained that I've actually wanted it for years but always thought there were restrictions like needing your husband's permission, and she looked personally offended. " From first appointment to surgery, just under a month, and Jimmy in billing was sent by the gods, bless that man.
+1 Dr. Lao. June 2024. Bisalp on 29-year-old redditor. Dr. Lao was awesome; no bingos and she was extremely compassionate. During my initial consult, she gave me the standard information on what comes with being sterilized, and asked me why I wanted to go through sterilization. I explained I found her through r/childfree, and that I'm extremely fulfilled with the love I get from my two cats.
Oroville
Matthew Bazzani, MD Approved Bi-Salp and re-insertion of hormonal IUD for menstrual control for childless 28 year old female. Was made to wait 30 days after initial appointment to schedule surgery, but was fully covered under Medi-Cal/California Health and Wellness. Smooth conversation, listened to all my concerns, and no bingos whatsoever.
Palm Springs
Dr. Maria Teresa Datan Benitez, F.A.C.O.G MARIA TERESA DATAN BENITEZ (760) 323-6511, Bilateral salpingectomy, 38, domestic partnership/not married, childfree. Short wait time, insurance covered 100%, $70copay only, She never argues or tried to talk me out of it. She asked me why and I explained kids are awful, had to care for siblings when I was younger and NEVER wanted kids, they're gross etc. We talked over options and I agreed Bilateral saplingetimy was best for me. It was scheduled a month later & I was in and out - wonderful experience all around.
Palo Alto
Dr. Michael Eisenberg Approved and performed vasectomy for 28 M. No children, no current girlfriend. No questions asked, 3 months waiting time. Awesome experience.
Dr. Juno Obedin-Maliver, MD Gynecology Clinic at Stanford, 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Suite W0050, Garden Level,Palo Alto CA 94304, (650) 725-6079 AND Stanford Health Center at Los Altos, 960 N San Antonio Rd Suite 101, Los Altos CA 94022, (650) 498-9000. Oct 2023. Bisalp on 30-year-old redditor. Props to Dr. Juno from the Stanford LGBT gyno clinic for excellent and affirming care. LGBTQ+ friendly.
Panorama City
Dr. Morocco and Dr. Ashdjian I got a bilateral salpingectomy done at the end of March. I am 27, divorced with no children. I have health insurance with Kaiser Permanente and I only had to pay a copay of $100. Dr. Sarah Morocco approved the procedure (she approved it during a 10 minute phone call talking about different forms of birth control and there was no pushback), but due to long wait times ( I waited 8 months from when I got approved,) a different doctor (Dr. Shant Ashdjian)is the one who actually performed the procedure (he didn't comment at all on my choice, just informed me about the procedure.)
Pasadena
Dr. Ramin Khalili Urology (Vasectomy)
Dr. Frances Teng tubal ligation (cut and cauterized), Alessandro Obstetrics & Gynecology office. I had previously visited another doctor in the same office but she could no longer do surgeries, referred me to Dr. Teng who agreed to do it without any fuss or explanation. Done at the Huntington ambulatory center which is a really nice facility and had a childfree pre-op nurse!
+1 for Frances Teng. I went to her based on the recommendation above and got a laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy (26 F, no kids). I met her once, booked the surgery for 30 days later, and it was no fuss! Only complaint is that her receptionist is incompetent.
Dr. Shant Ashdjian, Bilateral Salpingectomy 37yo. 6 months total wait, Kaiser, $10 copay. Did surgery at Valley Physician’s Hospital to reduce wait time. I didn’t like that facility (older, religious, conservative), but Dr. Ashdjian was great. He continually assured me it’s a simple, low-risk procedure, he was at ease & caring, no bingos or asking reasons. I’m transgender & with my female partner & we’re perceived as lesbian, so we often wonder how much those affect treatment. Everyone misgendered me, as expected, & my partner discussed with them. Dr. Ashdjian was receptive, affirming, instructed his team to adjust language, & privately acknowledged the systemic improvement needed. Members should keep in mind that OP is older and providing gender affirming care may have factored into the approvals process.
Petaluma
Dr. Fiona Redwood. I am married, don't want to get pregnant, ever. She sent me straight to surgery scheduling, the same appointment that I brought up wanting the surgery. When I asked if she needed my husband's consent, she said, "Only if he identifies as female, is my patient, and also wants his tubes tied!" Surgery went great, everyone in her office treated me well.
Dr. Julie Clark - I am a 32 y/o child-free cisfemale and I had a full laparoscopic hysterectomy performed at Petaluma Valley Hospital in Petaluma, California (which is in the Bay Area of California). October 2024. I kept both my ovaries and my cervix - the latter at my request. She usually takes office visits at the Petaluma Health Center. She was easy to work with and on board to help almost immediately (after the basic questions she was required to ask to make sure I was sure).
Pleasant Hill
Dr Shamsi Vatannia in Pleasant Hill, California. DOCTOR IS NO LONGER AT HER ORIGINAL PRACTICE. I got a little pushback at first but after I asked a second time she scheduled the surgery with no problem. I have no kids and have never been pregnant. Bilateral salpingectomy.
Pomona
Dr. Stephanie Cropper. I'm 22, unmarried in a LTR, and of course no children. It was a tubal ligation.
+1 Stephanie Cropper, I'm 29F no kids, she asked me once if I was sure and I said yes and now I'm officially CF for life! Had the procedure done a week ago. Everything is healing great and the medical staff was awesome.
Rancho Bernardo
Dr. Ronald Salzetti, MD OBGYN Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo, 15004 Innovation Drive, San Diego, CA 92128, 858-605-7948. Bisalp on 41-year-old redditor. Dr. Salzetti was nothing but supportive of my decision, stating “Nobody should be allowed to make decisions about your body but YOU”. Three weeks from initial consult to sterilization in Fall, 2022. Extremely supportive bedside manner. Post-operative pain was next to nothing.
Rancho Cordova
Dr. Christine Sarah Humphrey, MD UC Davis (916) 851-1440
Redwood City
Dr. Vivian Chu in Redwood City, California. Procedure completed: Bilateral salpingectomy. I'm 18 (19 in November), have no kids, not married. Info about my experience: After our telephone consultation, she had me check-in with my therapist before proceeding with next steps, which could be because of my social anxiety issues and the fact that I was emotional over the phone with her (I was so passionate about my decision and didn't want to get denied). She also was obligated to bring up the study on the rate of regret for the procedure, but she didn't try talking me out of it, only had me acknowledge the risks.
Dr. Anjie Li, Stanford Children's Health - Women's Care Medical Group (650) 366-5594. Bilateral Salpingectomy. 28 years old, married, childfree (no current or desired children of any kind). Dr. Li was very understanding and listened to me. No bingos, only that she had to, by law, state that women with the procedure younger than 30 have higher rates of regret. Was able to get me in for my procedure in under a month.
Riverside
Dr. Mallory Stuparich, MD, FACOG UCR Health, Inland Empire Women’s Health Center, 19330 Jesse Lane, Suite 100, Riverside, CA 92508, 844-827-8000. Doctor has contacted us to advise: LGBTQ+ friendly. I will provide sterilization for patients 18 years and older. I also offer gender-affirming procedures for trans men. Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum, IEHP, Tricare, Medicare, MediCal, among others.
Dr. Rodolfo Saenz, MD Riverside Medical Clinic (Essure on 26 F). Asked if I was 100% sure and accepted my answers quickly.
+1 for Dr. Rodolfo Saenz: (Tubal ligation on 25F) Didn't ask too many questions, and accepted my answers quickly. Very nice and supportive. He even sounded excited for me, which was nice.
+1 Dr. Rodolfo Saenz in Riverside, California, Tubal ligation on a 26 year old, single female in 2018. Didn't push back and readily accepted my answers about the procedure I was looking to get. Made me feel very comfortable working with him.
Dr Karin Jones, bilateral salpingectomy for 27yo.
Roseville
Dr. Alison Slack at Sutter Roseville 3 Medical Plaza Drive Suite 260 Roseville, CA 95661 T: (916) 773-7977 :: She does tubal ligations for patients as young as 21. I really like her and she did a great job.
+1 Dr Alison Slack, Bilateral Ligation Tubal and a Endometrial Ablation. I am 30, married, and childfree. My husband and my mom approve. I found Alison Slack on this list so I scheduled a consultant appointment with her. I was worried she was going to fight back or make me look at pictures of babies. All she did was go over my health and history, ask why I wanted to do this, and asked if I was 100% sure. She also asked if I was 100% sure once more in the Pre-op appointment. And that was it! It was very easy and she was very understanding and helpful. She suggested I get a Endometrial Ablation to burn the insides of my uterus to prevent heavy period bleeding for the next 2-5 years.
Dr Amy Riley and she works at Sutter Health in Roseville, California. I’m 30, no kids, and not married. The doctor asked if I’m 100% sure and that was basically it! Had me sign some consent forms and scheduled me for surgery. Tubal ligation.
Dr. Celestine-Wilson was the doctor I met and she was incredibly kind and patient with me, and had the mindset that if I was my age and knew for a long time I didn’t want children then it was my right to have my tubes taken out. I am married, but I told her that if my husband wants children in the future then we would simply get divorced. There were no issues with the surgery, but the surgery center they do their surgeries at was delayed by two hours. We confirmed again before the surgery that it was what I wanted to do and signed more paperwork. My recovery was great though and there was always someone to answer my calls about my recovery until my follow-up appointment. Highly recommend their office for any OB/GYN concerns!
Sacramento
Dr. Tomas Melchione, MD, FACOG Capitol OB/GYN, 77 Cadillac Drive, Suite 230, Sacramento, CA 95825 916-920-2082. Also other locations in Sacramento. Plus-size friendly. Sept 2024. Bisalp on 34-year-old redditor. Absolutely no bingos, amazing to work with, I felt listened to and supported every step of the way. He asked why I wanted the procedure over temporary birth control, nodded and said "that makes sense," then told me in 30 days (waiting period in CA) they would call and schedule.
Dr. Joahnna Padilla, MD OBGYN 1321 Cottonwood St, Woodland California (suburb of Sacramento) (530) 668-2600. Performed a bilateral salpingectomy on a 29yo single childfree woman. Dr. Padilla appreciated that I had done my research and that I knew there is a "workaround" for a bisalp (IVF). At pre-surgery appointment, I emphasized that I will never want children in any way. She checked in again before surgery to make sure I wanted to go through with it, but did not attempt to bingo.
Dr. Juliana Melo of UC Davis at age 44 in Sacramento, California for a bilateral salpingectomy. I have no children, and I’ve not wanted to have children ever. I have Blue Shield of California HMO insurance as a State employee. As OP is 40+ we would recommend our younger members use this doctor with caution.
Rachel Dong, MD - 33 Single Never had kids. I haven't had my procedure scheduled yet but it will be for a BiSalp. She's been my gynecologist for years and I mustered up the courage to ask her about sterilization. She didn't bingo me at all. She just asked me once if I was sure and she had me sign a consent form. Overall appointment only took about 10 minutes. I mentioned that it went a lot smoother than I imagined and she asked me why. I told her about the countless stories I've read about people being rejected. She laughed and asked if I was ready to fight and I said yes. She laughed again and shook her head. "No need for fighting. You're a grown woman and you can make your own decisions." I love her to death for that! I asked her if she would be willing to be put on the list and she was happy to be part of it. This doctor doesn't do the surgery herself but consults with patients before referring them for surgery.
Dr Robert Gould, "I practice with kaiser Permanente in Sacramento/Roseville/Folsom. I know Drs Beyer, Nakamaru and Hong well (Hong is no longer operating ... wanted to focus her practice on office & OB). I am happy to care for LGBTQ+ patients and I offer gender-affirming procedures (hysterectomy +/- oophorectomy) for patients who are in our system and have been working with the transgender team here. I won’t do a sterilization on anyone under 18, but no marital restrictions."
Dr. Melissa Lares (bilateral salpingectomy) Works at Kaiser. Very nice, only asks questions to be sure you want it done. Doctor is transgender-friendly.
+1 Bisalp on 24-year-old.
Dr. Melody Hou UC Davis Health Lawrence J. Ellison Ambulatory Care Center. 4860 Y St #2500, Sacramento, California, 95817. Performed bi-salp on me, 23, CF/single. Amazing bedside manner, calm, and explained things in a way that was easy to understand. Validated my experiences and reasoning behind seeking sterilization. Zero bingos!
+1 Dr Hou, She performed a bisalp on me and I am 28F, unmarried, no children. Dr. Hou was wonderful throughout the whole process. She was kind, skilled, professional, and fun to talk to. No bingos at all.
+1 Dr Hou. Nov 2024. Bisalp on 24-year-old CF redditor. She was incredibly kind, thorough, and professional throughout the entire process. I felt seen and understood under her care. Zero bingos!
[Dr Andrea Garland](Camelia Women's Health https://camelliawomenshealth.com/OB-Gyn-Sacramento) Sacramento, Roseville, Carmichael offices. Completed Bilateral Salpingectomy. No bingos, no trying to convince me otherwise. I'm a 34yo female. She said her only requirement was that someone be her patient for at least a year before she would complete it, which I had been for several years already for birth control. She was super supportive and understanding and went out of her way to come up with a plan to give me a new IUD to help manage my periods for another 5 years right before doing the sterilization so that my insurance would pay for both.
Sharon A Blosk @ Planned Parenthood Sacramento, Sacramento B Street, 201 29th Street Suite B, Sacramento CA 95816-3271. 408-795-3655. Vasectomy at 22. Asked questions if you're sure for this procedure to see in healthy state of mind; no bingos.
Dr. Mokshasree Atluri, Camellia Women's Health, Sacramento, CA, Bilateral Salpingectomy. 35yo. I was approved and am single and childfree
Sacramento/Roseville
Dr. Eve LaValley Camellia Women's Health 916-486-0411 (tubal ligation)
Dr. Andrew Giem Kaiser at 2025 Morse Ave. Performed vasectomy, no bingos, great bedside manner and was done in less than 30 minutes. -As of 01/08/19: Google reports this Doctor may have moved locations-
Dr. Chirag Patel (Dr Patel added to list upon his request) vasectomy provider, 9045 Bruceville Rd Ste 100B (can enter through Urgent Care) Elk Grove, CA 95758. "I’m Family Medicine, I don’t require any psych evaluation - I can determine if my patients are of sound mind and not being coerced. Patients need to be over 18. There is a consent that that all patients need to sign at the consult visit."
Dr. Lindy Hong Kaiser Permanente. 1650 Response Road Sacramento, CA 95815 916-614-4055. Did bilateral salpingectomy on 25F. She didn't bingo me at all, she just asked if I was sure once and that was good enough for her. I could barely tell that I'd had surgery. I couldn't even tell that there had been a tube down my throat. I was able to go back to work the next day. 23 August 2021 - Lindy is no longer doing surgeries but was able to recommend our member to a new doctor.
Dr Christopher Bayer Very respectful, no bingoes for a 23F but was unable to complete surgery for OP due to illness.
+1 Christopher Bayer: Bilateral salpingectomy, 20f, in a relationship with boyfriend (23m), no children, “I think if you’re old enough to go to war and get a tattoo, you’re old enough to have this surgery.” Dr. Beyer was an amazing doctor to work with. He was very kind, supportive, and straightfoward with the process. He didn’t bingo me at all; in fact, he frequently made sure other nurses/doctors weren’t trying to bingo me when he wasn’t there. I was pretty nervous since this was pretty much my first surgery ever, but Dr. Beyer made this experience a very smooth one. I highly recommend him for anyone in the Northern California area!
Dr. Nicole A. Nakamaru Despite never having met her I was comfortable with her, she was sweet, caring, with good humor. I got my surgery at 285 Palladio Parkway in Folsom, California's Kaiser, on August 16th 2021. The whole team (nurses, anesthesiologists, etc) was friendly and in good spirits. They said they've done 5-10 sterilization procedures on younger women my age every day lately, so they had a lot of experience; I was the 5th bisalp they completed that day. Dr. Nakamaru stitched me up very carefully and said she liked to make sure there was minimal scarring for all her patients. OP has offered some more information here
San Carlos
[Dr. Anjali Rao]( at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation (https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-doctor/dr-anjali-rao), Bilateral Salpingectomy, 24yo, single, childfree. Did not care about age, no bingos, made the appointment and she explained the procedure to me and asked when I wanted to schedule the appointment, and was open to it being ASAP. Only downside is that any surgeries are scheduled on Tuesdays only. Anesthesiologist and all hospital staff are in-house so you don't have to worry about insurance difficulties with staff.
San Diego
Planned Parenthood, Mira Mesa, San Diego County 10717 Camino Ruiz Suite 258, San Diego, CA 92126, 888-743-7526. Bilateral salpingectomy on 32 and 37 year old redditors.
+1 Planned Parenthood Mira Mesa, Jan. 2023. Bisalp on 22-year-old redditor. The consultation with the PP nurse (Stephanie Adamson, BSN, RN, PHN) went amazing and she sympathized with me that it was unfair so many older medical professionals have such “old school” ways of thinking that younger women can’t make those decisions for their body autonomy simply due to their age and lack of children. 2 weeks later i was set up with my pre-OP with the surgeon working with PP through UC San Diego’s hospital (Dr. Erin Shiv, MD), who was also amazing and incredibly compassionate, then 2 weeks after that i was in the operating room, tubes fully removed!
Dr. Erin Shiv, Bilateral Salpingectomy, Hysterectomy, 28yo. After 16 years of suffering with endometriosis and fibroids, being ignored by many other doctors, not being taken seriously, many ER visits, I met Dr. Shiv and the very first day I met with her and told her my story, she listened and approved my hysterectomy and bilateral salpingectomy. Other doctors wouldn’t help me (‘help’ meant surgery in my case) because I was too younger and ‘needed to have at least one kid’ so they could approve me for surgery. Dr. Shiv asked me ONCE ‘do you wanna have kids?’ I said no. She replied ‘then that’s it. I’ll approve your surgery and make sure your insurance covers the whole thing’. She saved my life. She works in different hospitals/clinics but I met her at Planned Parenthood on Euclid Ave
Dr. Janie O. Pak, Bilateral Salpingectomy Age: 22 No children, not married (consult)
Dr. John Stewart Kennedy, Bilateral Salpingectomy Age: 22 No children, not married (surgery)
Dr. Pak did my consultation. No bingo's, but I did have to wait for her to check with her colleagues on the ethics of approving me because of my age. They approved. Dr. Kennedy had an earlier surgery date available so I had my pre-op phone call with him and surgery. No bingo's from him. All went great.
Dr Robert Christopher Scholz from Kaiser to San Diego to the list. I was 25 at the time of the first consult. He listened to me, gently probed on past BC (tried pill, implant), cautioned that going off hormonal BC would make periods return as they were pre-BC. Valid medical concern, but not important to me. He never questioned reasoning, marital status, ago, never brought up regret. I was booked for a pre-op appointment within 2 weeks and had my bisalp within 3 weeks of the initial call. He was great all around.
Dr. Dominique Exume for my consult (Kaiser El Cajon), Dr. Robert Scholz for my surgery (his office is Kaiser Vandever but I had my procedure done at Garfield). Bisalp, 23F, no kids, not married. Dr. Exume did my consult over the phone, super nice and understanding! She asked about my health history, went over risks, and approved me after our conversation. No pushback at all, very caring and kind! I went to the El Cajon office to sign my consent form and her staff were so kind too! Dr. Scholz did my surgery. I did my pre-op appointment ten days before the surgery, we went over everything, from pre-op instructions, the prescriptions I'd be getting, and post op instructions. He was super nice, answered all my questions thoroughly and I felt very safe in his hands! For the surgery, he and his resident met with me before and made sure everything was good. He followed up two days later with a phone visit, and post op visit is about a month after the procedure. He also took before and after pictures of my tubes and put them in with my discharge paperwork to take home for extra peace of mind.
Dr. Martin Bastuba provides no needle, no scalpel vasectomies. I am 24M, single, no children. He offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for an additional fee for those anxious about the procedure. The procedure was a breeze even without the gas. He has performed over 5,000 vasectomies in his long career. He is very easy to talk to and he and his team are supportive during and after the vasectomy.
Dr. Edward Ferrer Vasectomy Clinic of San Diego, (No needle, no scalpel vasectomy. No questions asked. Great bedside manner and support. Highly recommended.) 760.436.8700
Dr. Bruce Khan Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley (Essure, Tubal Ligation)
Dr. Karen Kohatsu Poway Women's Care (Essure)
Dr. Mel KurtulusSan Diego Women's Health (Essure, Tubal Ligation)
Dr. Vivek Nazareth, Poway Arch Health Partners (No Scalpel Vasectomy)
Dr. Catherine Guffey Pattengill She operates out of two hospitals: Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center (where I had my surgery) and Kaiser Viewridge (where my Pre-Op appointment was) I (29-year-old woman) had Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingectomy (aka had uterus, cervix, and fallopian tubes removed and kept just the ovaries) Was super happy with the doc, her team, and overall treatment. And this is coming from someone who is deathly afraid of surgeries done on her. The doc was super responsive and would answer all my questions. and I sent a lot her way. And she would answer them herself and not a nurse of hers. And the OR staff were very careful and nice too. I didn't even have a panic attack! And that's a big thing, for me. The whole staff were extremely efficient and you could tell they were on it and cared for my well-being.
Mark Pe MD Genesis Healthcare, Hillcrest Urology, 4060 Fourth Ave, Suite 310 San Diego, CA 92103, T 619-297-4707 F 858-429-7927. Warning: While the doctors from this health group are competent and won't ask you too many questions, the group is extremely disorganized and will reschedule on you. Source: Had my consult appointment rescheduled twice and my actual procedure reschedule on the day of. I would avoid unless you're truly desperate (even then, it will be a long wait).
Dr. Denis G. Tarakjian Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group (Tubal Ligation, etc.) 2929 Health Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92123 P:(858) 499-2702
Dr. Jack Hsiao - Sharp Rees-Steely - 10243 Genetic Center Drive - 858-499-2702 (bilateral salpingectomy for 27F, no kids). Dr. Hsiao's entire office and all personnel involved in the procedure were highly respectful and professional, without a hint of denial or condescension.
Dr. Renee Nelson Bilateral Salpingectomy. 27f. She had me sign the consent form on my first vist. Super supportive and childfree friendly.
Dr. Erin Gross Bilateral Salpingectomy. Preformed in 2020 on 30f. I had sterilsation on my mind; however, she offered it before I even asked. She asked about passed BC options I had used and what my futur life goals were partaining to the use of BC (basically asked if I plan to even be off of it to have children) before offering staralization. Brought the concent form in and informed me I can change my mind anytime before surgery, and that she is open to any questions as well. Very friendly and patiant.
Dr Kristin Engorn, West Coast OBGYN. When I first consulted with her earlier this month, the very first thing she said to me was "Your body, your choice." She did my (29F) bisalpingectomy this week and I am beyond impressed.
Dr Sarah Averbach Bilateral salpingectomy 25F married, no children I got a consultation in late June of 2021 and then had surgery Aug 2, 21 before moving. I have tricare and it was completely covered. She did push other bc options a lot and ask why i needed it/ its risky. I think just covering bases but not sure.
+1 Dr Sarah Averbach UCSD Bilateral salpingectomy. Performed aug 2021 on 25F. I just went in and said that’s what I was seeking. She did go through everything making sure I was aware of risks and permanent and offered a iud and arm implant. She was very thorough and went through my reasons and past birth control etc. Signed the consent form same day as my first appointment, and made sure I knew I could change mind at any time even day of. She was amazing and answered everything I needed to ask. She is so kind and said if insurance covered she would take full tubes.
Dr Samantha Thompson - sterilisation, hysterectomy (not yet verified)
Dr Michelle Gutierrez-Mendoza Kaiser insurance and hospital San Diego, CA Cost for me was just a co pay of $35 from my hmo plan. 40yr old patient. Began seeing her for uterus/menstruation problems. She asked about my preferences for options on addressing my health problems and I said if it would help my issues, I’m childfree and would be happy to pursue sterilization. She didn’t question me at all other than listing out the different levels of sterilization options, and she had me sign the permission there and then to go onto the wait list. We treated my other health issues in a different manner but elected to proceed with the bisalp. She has been nothing but kind and helpful and professional the whole journey and then for the actual operation I had an all-woman team who were equally as kind and helpful. I was on the wait list for about six months before they were able to schedule me. I would enthusiastically recommend Dr Gutierrez.
Jorge Alvarado, UCSD, Robotic Radical Hysterectomy (cervix, uterus, tubes, and ovaries - including a nerve block) with an internal bladder check, but I forget what that’s called, 31yo, I’m non-binary and got it covered through Medi-Cal because the whole process took probably less than 6 months (from referral to recovery).
Dr. Jennifer Kim at West Coast OBGYN in San Diego, California. Mid 30's F, "I found her very kind, thorough and informative."
Lindsey Frehner, PA 3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130. Lindsey was a very kind and understanding and allowed me to get sterilized without questioning or doubting my request. She is very supportive of the Asexual Community as well.
San Francisco
Dr. Katherine Brown, MD University of California, San Francisco, UCSF Women's Health Center, 2356 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94115, 415-353-3400. Nov 2024. LBGTQ+ friendly. Neurodivergent respectful. Bisalp on 30-year-old CF redditor. My surgeon was just absolutely amazing. I am neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ and she treated me wonderfully.
Carla Jean Stelling, MD in San Francisco, California. She is located at: Van Ness Campus MOB 1100 Van Ness Avenue Floor 4 San Francisco, CA 94109 415-750-7050. She works through Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation. My experience with this process was so easy and straight forward. I have been trying to have this procedure done for years. I explained my family medical history, why I don’t want kids. She obviously went over the fact that this is an irreversible procedure and gave me the paperwork you have to sign before sterilization in the state of California. After, I waited the 30 days and got my surgery done. I never felt questioned or insane, I felt listened to and respected. It was one of the easiest experiences I’ve ever had in regards to medical procedures.
Dr. Gaetan Pettigrew @ UCSF, San Francisco, California. I (27F, married, no children) had a total bilateral salpingectomy. Dr. Pettigrew (POC, LGBT) gave me no bingos at all, didn't even ask about my husband's opinion. He said he'd be happy to do it for me as long as I knew it was permanent and was sure it's what I wanted. He answered all my questions respectfully. My procedure went really smoothly at UCSF as well.
Kien Chou. He is my primary GYN. The one who first mentioned a bisalp. Didn’t ask a single inappropriate question. Extremely inviting and sweet. Referred me to surgeon so I could ask more questions. 23yo F CF.
Katherine Hsiao. This was my primary surgeon. Again, never asked any inappropriate questions. Signed consent form same day as initial appointment. Didn’t make me take time to think. Held my hand while I went under anesthesia. She can be hard to get in with because she does a lot of surgeries so I would start with gyno like Kien and then he will pass you to her. 23yo CF F.
+1 Dr Hsiao, She was professional, didn't question my decision at all, and held my hand as they were putting me under during surgery. Her PA, Kien W. Chou was also great. I did my initial consult with them and they were super affirming of my choice.
Dr. Alex Wu (Vasectomy for a 26 year-old CF man)
Dr. James F Smith UCSF Urology (Vasectomy)
Katherine E. Gregory, MD San Francisco Gynecology. Bilateral Salpingectomy, 33F. She said “I love performing this procedure, I’d do it every day. Just need to make sure you’re sure? Yes? Great!”
-1 Dr Gregory, this doctor WILL NOT STERILISE PEOPLE UNDER 30YO.
Dr. Paul Turek (Vasectomy) (Notes: Did not question my decision at all, and I'm 28, single, with 0 kids. He's expensive, but super skilled, experienced, and has made quite a name for himself in the field of urology.)
Dr. Jeannette Lager (bilateral salpingectomy for a 25 year old with 0 kids) - super cheerful, was very emphatic that this was my choice and that, as long as I felt confident going into it, she'd happily do the surgery. Any time I fell into justifying the decision, she re-emphasized that it didn't matter why I wanted to do it, as long as I wanted to.
+1 Dr Lager, Bilateral salpingectomy, but was willing to do complete hysterectomy (unfortunately insurance didn't cover hysto so got salping). 34 years old, single, childfree. Appointment time was 2-3 months out. We chatted on zoom for half hour, she said let's go for it! Got surgery scheduled for 4 months out. Was in the hospital 7 hours pre/post op, but nurses told me the actual surgery took 34 minutes. Took Medi-Cal (PHP) insurance. SUCH a sweet, kind, understanding doctor.
+1 Jeanette Lager, Total hysterectomy 36, single, lifelong childfree Took 3 months to get initial appointment, then 3 months to surgery- plan accordingly. Dr Lager is very friendly and kind and great for people with medical trauma. She was determined to find a way to get my medi-cal insurance to cover my hysterectomy and it was very easy for me. Zero bingos from her or her team, they were all awesome and very accommodating.
Dr. Rebecca Yee (bilateral salpingectomy for 34F, no kids) - Super nice, validating, went over all options. "I have to say this per the law, here are the possible consequences... But it sounds like you've thought this through, so when do you want this done?" She was surprised that I knew what a salpingectomy is. 15 minute appointment with her, before she approved me.
+1 Dr Yee, bilateral salpingectomy 20F
+1 Dr Yee, San Francisco, California: bilateral salpingectomy for 22F, no kids * Super friendly and professional. I told her that I wanted the procedure done and had one scheduled (April 2020) except the pandemic postponed it, and then I moved states. She went over the procedure and confirmed that I thought about it and wanted to proceed. Otherwise, no questions asked. I was approved in mid June and the next surgery availability was end of July. Insurance fully covered the procedure ($10 co-pay).
Erica Weiss- Total Hysterectomy. 21F, dating, very CF. Erica was wonderful. Once I got the referral and met with her, she asked me why I wanted this procedure. I said it was due to my CF status and the excruciating pain my periods bring. She just said "okay. Let's get you scheduled" and had me scheduled SAME MONTH. She is super kind and accommodating (and 420 friendly.) She forgot to take out my nexplanon while I was under anesthesia, but had it taken out while I was still drowsy and called the next day apologizing profusely. She is wonderful.
Dr Mitzi Hawkins MD I received a full hysterectomy (removal of my uterus, cervix and fallopian tubes). I don’t take hormones because I still have ovaries intact. My doctor was great because she never questioned my desires for being child free. I told her what I wanted, told her my periods were really bad and she asked me “what do you want to do?” I told her I wanted a hysterectomy. She just said okay. "If this is what you really want, let’s do it.” Then she explained everything to me, the procedure, etc. She is a doctor at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco. After I had my procedure, everything went great. And then she told me to send my friends to her if they want the same thing. I think I paid around $1400-$1500. $400 for her separate MD fee & $1000 for the hospital. The hospital was able to give me a payment plan so it was so easy to pay off.
+1 Dr. Hawkins. April 2023, Bisalp on 20-year-old redditor.
San Jose
Dr. Mark Noller at 2550 Samaritan Dr. San Jose, CA 95124. He did my husband's vasectomy and is wonderful.
Dr. Kevin Haggerty MD Kaiser Permanente Santa Teresa. He's a Family Care Physician but is one of the most professional and nonjudgmental physician I've worked with.
Dr. Cheryl Pan at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (Bilateral Salpingectomy). Asked some questions about mental health, relationship status, etc. but agreed to perform bisalp on 26 year-old when I showed myself knowledgeable of the risks and regret statistics.
Dr. Allison Webb-Perez Kaiser Campbell Medical Offices. LGBTQ+ friendly. 25F approved for a bilateral salpingectomy with zero bingos beyond the required spiel about permanency and regret.
+1 Dr Webb-Perez. 2020. Bisalp on CF-redditor.
San Luis Obispo
Eric Colton, MD (25F, 1 abortion) at 35 Casa St Suite 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Joseph Bettencourt, MD (Vasectomy @29). No fuss, no bingos.
Dr. Geno Hori Vasectomy, 29 male, single, no children. The procedure was free with my insurance (cencal). I had to wait a month in order for it to be free tho. They ask me a few questions to make sure I was sure about going through the procedure, like if I had kids, if I was married. At no point did anyone say I shouldn't do it, or I'd regret it.
Mareeni Stanislaus - I am a CF 26F and just had a bilateral salpingectomy from her. No fuss, no questioning me unreasonably. Even suggested I get the bisalp instead of a ligation to decrease my risk of ectopic pregnancy and ovarian cancer. Excellent provider over all!
+1 Dr Stanislaus, 25F Bilateral salpingectomy. No bingos. Easy to schedule, from my initial appointment to surgery was less than 3 weeks.
Dr. Angela Halusic. 30F, single, bilateral salpingectomy. No bingos, never pushed back, goes to lengths to make sure your decision isn't coerced. Would recommend.
+1 Dr. Angela Halusic in San Luis Obispo, CA. She is already on the list but I wanted to share that I am a 33 year old, never married, no kids female and she did a bilateral salpingectomy on me without hesitation. No bingos, no second guessing, and she was WONDERFUL the whole time. Surgery went great, cannot recommend her enough.
San Mateo
Dr. Scott Oesterling MD San Mateo Medical Center, 222 W 39th Ave, San Mateo CA 94403, 650-573-3702. Accepts fPACT, Medicaid, and uninsured patients. Check with doctor to ensure that he does bisalp. Doctor has reached out to us to advise: “I’m fine with any gender identity but only can do tubal ligation not vasectomy. I work for the County of San Mateo in California. All our sterilization procedures are free via the fPACT program. The client needs to be twenty-one and wait 30 days after signing the state consent form. I do not believe in partner consent. I also offer sterilization transvaginally so there is no scar for a partner to see.”
Dr. Emily Yu, MD Medical Arts Gynecology. She's super smart, kind, and open-minded. She'll listen to you instead of just shutting you down
Dr. Chris Threatt, MD Sequoia Urology Center. (Vasectomy @ 23). Friendly and flexible; consult was easy and boiled down to "If this is what you want, I'm happy to do it for you"
+1 Dr Threatt, "Vasectomy. Age 25, unmarried, no kids. Called and was able to setup a next day zoom consult. Scheduled the procedure 1.5 weeks out. Prescribed valium pre-op. No questions asked during procedure or consult, just talked about basketball and bay area food."
San Ramon
Dr. Hellen Matthews 1081 Market Place #500, San Ramon, California 94583. 31 / Single never married / Childfree, no children. Never asked about a husband or partners's opinion, didn't question if I would "change my mind".
Santa Ana
Dr Stephanie Lao in Santa Ana, CA and she approved me for a bilateral salpingectomy within the first five minutes of meeting with her. 26 CF. She said that she believes that adults can make their own decisions and just made sure that I knew there were other options and that I may regret it, but she said she HAD to say that. Super sweet, and so easy to talk to. Assured me the procedure is quick and easy (she said the actual procedure is only 10 min). Told me a story of how a patient had a "no-baby" shower afterwards!
Santa Ana/Mission Viejo/ San Juan Capistrano
Dr. Shahryar Masouem Healthcare Partners, Santa Ana location, 714) 929-2300. (Bilateral Tubal Salpingectomy on 21F) Procedure done at an outpatient surgery center in Huntington Beach, CA. Zero bingos and respects your right to controlling your own body. Goes out of his way to get things done quickly and smoothly; good bedside manner as well. Accepts most private insurance and medicare, and prescribes plenty of medications to help with healing- also uses IV antibiotics during surgery.
Santa Clara
[Dr. Charlene Reimnitz](www.lowmg.com) (bilateral salpingectomy) Los Olivos Women’s Medical Group. Very supportive, went over options only as a pro forma and then scheduled.
Dr. Andrea Bowen Kaiser Permanente. (OB/GYN) Supportive, informative, and respectful of childfree choices. Also pushes the Mirena IUD as a companion to a tubal.
Dr. Lisa Lau Kaiser Permanente. (OB/GYN) Factual, supportive, and understanding. Found a surgeon for me despite having some reservations about age. Definitely great if you're a little older.
Dr. Alejandrina Rincon (Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation/Tubectomy, Laparoscopic Hysterectomy), Kaiser Permanente.
Dr. Owen Scally, MFT (Therapist, deals with trans and non-binary patients; Helped approve me for a hysterectomy w/ Dr. Rincon), Kaiser Permanente.
Dr. Steven Chen MD, Kaiser Permanente (OB/GYN). Willing to complete desired sterilization after a (professional and noninvasive) discussion regarding the procedure, risks, rewards, etc.
Dr. Beth Rasmussen (OB/GYN), Kaiser Permanente. Very supportive of sterilization and presents multiple options. Also body positive and feminist.
+1 Dr Rasmussen, 21, Female Dr. Rasmussen (Kaiser) is an amazing OBGYN. I went to her seeking approval for a bisalp and minus the obligatory speech about alternative forms of contraception she just asked what I knew about getting surgically sterilized and which one I wanted (bisalp or tubal). She was non-judgmental and tried to get my surgery booked asap. She’s a great doctor who doesn’t ask any unnecessary questions, I definitely recommend her!
Claudia Leiva, MD, Female. Dr. Leiva (Kaiser) was my surgeon for my bilateral salpingectomy and she was great! Never once questioned or even brought up why I wanted this procedure; she answered all my questions and concerns about the actual surgery and was very nice.
Santa Barbara
David Raphael, MD Bilateral salpingectomy for 37F. Anthem BlueCross insurance. No bingos. Asked if I was married (I'm partnered), and why I'd elect for surgery when my IUD is effective (I said because I want something permanent in case the regime changes or IUD is no longer an option, plus IUD doesn't confer lower ovarian cancer risk). Use with caution if under 30 as while OP feels the doctor may be open to sterilising younger people we do not have this confirmed. Also this doctor won't do hysterectomies on a purely elective basis.
Dr. MEGHAN wallman of samsun obgyn in santa barbara, CA will give a bilateral salpingectomy to individuals who want them. She will give her spiel of what you might risk but won't talk you out of it if you're sure! She only wants to educate and knows that California is a lucky state to have this luxury compared to other states in the US rn. The convo was more of like "I'm not telling you what to do with your body but here's the risks and just because you have this partner now doesn't mean you may change your mind later or change partners and you may choose to have them"
Santa Cruz
Dr. Anne-Marie Jackson. Practices under Dignity Health agency. Gives amazing care, not a single bingo, and lots of helpful information. Preformed bilateral salpingectomies for myself (single 32F) in 2022 and for a friend (single 29F) in 2018.
Santa Maria
Dr. Michael L. Wyatt (Essure, Tubal Ligation, Hysterectomy, and Endometrial Ablation)
Samantha G. Lee, M.D. I am 27, single but in long term relationship, female, no children. Received a bilateral salpingectomy via laparoscopy and endometrial ablation. Dr. Lee never questioned me beyond the legal requirements and never added any personal opinion about my decision. I went in ready to fight and she was very appreciative of my research into sterilization. Said she believes it is my choice. Accepts Medi-Cal and is part of CHC network.
+1 Samantha Lee, MD, performed my (22F) bilateral salpingectomy. She is located at Arbor Women's Health CHCCC in Santa Maria, CA. Either because of my age or prior mental health history, she required me to obtain psychological medical clearance, which I finally got after two sessions with a therapist. Other than that, she was fairly receptive to performing the procedure on me. She is already on the list, but I wanted to add my experience. No bingoes. The procedure occurred about 3½ months after the initial consult. I used Tricare insurance.
Santa Rosa
Dr Matthew Pride, California / Santa Rosa. Bilateral salpingectomy at age 33. I had been to him for birth control before then, and told him I wanted to talk about a permanent solution. I mentioned this procedure. He respectfully asked me a few questions about my relationship since I am married, and asked whether my husband was willing to get a vasectomy. After answering his questions, he scheduled my procedure right away. No pushback or bingos whatsoever.
Sunnyvale
Dr. Cheryl Loan Vu 408-730-4240 - Sterilized a 30 yo cf woman so unsure if she has an age limit. Said woman was very educated and informed about her choice, so perhaps do some research before going to her?
Tarzana/Encino
Dr. Danielzadeh, OB/GYN (Tubal Ligation/Essure)
Torrance
Katrin Massoudian MD, I’m an OB-GYN surgeon with Southern California Kaiser Permanente. I’ve performed, support and will facilitate laparoscopic tubal sterilizations (bilateral salpingectomies) on women (cis or trans-men) 21yo and over. I have no requirements for previous pregnancies or children, marriage, or psychiatry clearance. I anticipate there will be an influx of patients after SCOTUS decision last week and vehemently support a persons right to body autonomy.
Dr. Marc Rosenthal, OB/GYN (Tubal Ligation and Essure)
Dr. Sonia Rebeles, OBGYN 4201 Torrance Blvd Suite 480, Torrance, CA 90503. She is also childfree, very good listener, no bingos, cares a lot about a woman’s agency over her own body. Makes you feel heard.
+1 Dr. Rebeles Nov 2022, bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. A dream to work with. Can't recommend enough.
Dr. Erin Mellano - No bingos, from her or her team. She and all the nurses, the anesthesiologist, the admin were all super friendly, helpful, and kind, and took great care of me. I'm 27 and unwed, but this never came up in the consult. She gave me the info, confirmed I was okay with it all, and sent me for scheduling.
Walnut Creek
Dr. Timothy Leach, Walnut Creek, CA. I (37F) had a bilateral salpingectomy. Scheduled it a month after my consultation appointment. Dr. Leach says it’s not his job to tell women what they should or shouldn’t do with their bodies. Great doctor!
Anastasiya Shabalova, MD and [April Tritto, MD (https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/ncal/providers/apriltritto). Procedure: bilateral salpingectomy. 24-yo F, completely childfree, no partner. The total cost for me is $400 (billed), but the surgery went smoothly, and I appreciate all the care I got from the care team.
Dr. Amy Le, procedure done at Kaiser Walnut Creek, CA in June 2023 (though Le typically serves Antioch, CA region). Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy performed on single, unmarried, 38-year-old cis-female, never had children. Doctor is open to consulting with patients as young as 18 provided they understand the permanency and risks.
Dr. Sarah Mark-Drasin, MD, who approved me for the Bisalp back in March 2023 with NO bingoes whatsoever! Referred me to Dr. Le--NO bingoes from her either! Only a three month wait from request to procedure. Insurance fully covered my Bisalp and the whole procedure went smoothly. Very pleased to have been under Le's care and to have doctors like her and Mark-Drasin!
Woodland
Dr. My-Le To at Woodland Dignity Health Hospital (1321 Cottonwood St, CA, (530) 668-2600) performed a bilateral salpingectomy on me. Absolutely no bingoes, simply asked if I would change my mind if I met my "prince charming". I had my first consultation April 1st, and I was scheduled for surgery on May 24th. I have Anthem Blue Cross, and I'm expecting a 0$ out of pocket cost. Single 24F, childfree.
Ukiah
Dr. Cuadra at "Care for Her" in Ukiah, Californa. I got a bilateral salpingectomy. I'm 34, married. No kids. I had a wonderful experience, my nurses were so kinda and hilarious. I was only asked are you sure 2x. Once during my consultation and once during the pre-op. I have medi-cal, Everything was covered by insurance, zero copay.
Vacaville
Dr Corey Baxter, 1 Quality Dr, Vacaville, CA 95688 (Kaiser Permanente Hospital). https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/ncal/providers/coreybaxter I had a bilateral salpingectomy as well as my nexplanon implant removal. I am 21F, and entirely childfree. Despite being late to my arrival time, I was treated extremely well during my entire visit. The lady who checked me in fought to bring my copay down to only $30 despite the initial hospital charge being $1000. Every nurse and doctor seemed genuinely invested in my care and safety, and were very respectful of my self-harm scars as well. I was only asked twice if I already had children, and when I said no neither of them pushed or even seemed surprised. They informed me every step of the way what was going on, and the total ordeal of driving there, waiting, getting poked, surgery, waking up, then going home only lasted from 10am-5pm. Recovery has been smooth sailing, I can't recommend this hospital and its workers enough.
Valencia
Dr Jessica Murphy Facey Medical Group, 23803 McBean Parkway #201, Valencia, CA 91355, 661-481-2400. Performed bisalp on 22 year old woman without bingoes. Formerly of Johnson City, TN.
Ventura
Julie Diane Woodburn Hein MD sterilized me last year as a 24-year-old virgin who'd never been on birth control or pregnant before, and she is OK with being on the list of CF-friendly doctors!
Yorba Linda
Dr. Frederick Deiterich MD, OBGYN 16671 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite 210, Yorba Linda, CA 92886, (714) 572-1921. Also Dr. Nancy Towbin at this practice. Body-positive, LGBTQ+ friendly. I was initially referred to Dr. Towbin but her schedule got kinda crazy so I talked to Dr.Fred Deiterich instead. I am 25f childfree, bisexual, and considered obese by the bmi standards at 5’5” and 230 lbs. Their whole team made me feel super comfortable, no judgement. At my pre-op appointment, Fred even came in asking if I was excited, and counting down the days, and did a little dance. lmao.
Yreka
Dr. Nino Pitiuri, MD Fairchild Medical Clinic, 475 Bruce Street, Yreka, CA 96097, 530-842-3507. April 2023. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I went for my first visit, she came in asked how many kids I have and I said “zero” she just nodded and said “just don’t really want them then?” And I said “nope” to which she followed up with “okay, I can do this procedure for you.” She went into the risks and complications as well as reiterating that this is permanent because I opted to have my tubes fully removed instead of clipped or cauterized.
For military members (Vasectomy), SoCal/SW AZ Area
Naval Hospital San Diego Urology Clinic
Aurora
Dr Rebecca Cohen in Aurora, CO. I was 23 years old with no children prior. We did an intake session to determine whether I was of sound mind or not, then we scheduled the surgery. She was super friendly and made the whole experience extremely pleasant.
Dr. Harley OB/GYN at the Colorado VA - bilateral salpingectomy. She was great. when discussing she just told me all the options and said she generally recommends bisalp because it lessens the potential for ovarian cancer and the possibility of growths on the pieces left behind from like a ligation. when i thanked her for not making it a fight to get approved, her response was “yeah i just really believe in autonomy.” This doctor only treats veterans.
Boulder
Melissa Kushlak, DO, FACOOG, MPH. Boulder Women's Care at Foothills Hospital, (303)441-0587. Nov 2023. Bisalp on late-30s redditor. LGBTQ+ friendly. At my first-ever visit with her for an annual exam, I requested a bisalp. She very professionally and briefly made sure I knew it was permanent, and then immediately referred me to scheduling. She did not ask anything about a partner, mention my age, or talk down to me. I had to wait 2 months for surgery to be scheduled. No bingos from anyone in the office nor in the hospital, so it was a very positive experience. Easy to get to by public transport for pre- and post-op appointments.
+1 Melissa Kushlak, DO, FACOOG, MPH Boulder Women's Care at Foothills Hospital (part of Boulder Community Health) Bilateral salpingectomy. At my first-ever visit with her for an annual exam, I requested a bisalp. She very professionally and briefly made sure I knew it was permanent, and then immediately referred me to schedule the procedure. She did not ask anything about a partner, mention my age, talk down to me, etc, it was perfect. I am late 30s, not sure how it'd go for early 20s but worth a try imo. I had to wait 5 weeks to see her as a new patient. I had to wait 2 months for surgery to be scheduled. No bingos from anyone in the office (medical or secretarial staff), nor in the hospital. When they rolled me into the operating room, the team of woman nurses/PAs all said "yay no more birth control!" without any personal questions, so it was a very positive experience. The paperwork in the office was LGBTQ+ inclusive: asked for pronouns/assigned sex at birth/gender and did not assume I was straight.
+1 Dr Melissa Kushlak, I am 27F, no children, never been married. Dr. Kushlak agreed to treat me with no bingoes at all. No bingoes from the staff either. Overall it was a very positive experience. Bilateral salpingectomy.
Dr. Jeremiah McNamara MD Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital, 4747 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80303. April 2023. Hysterectomy on 19-year-old CF redditor. Doctor agreed to hysterectomy due to painful and severe periods. He is an absolute dream of what a gyno should be for a terrified 19 year old!
+1 Dr McNamara, bilateral salpingectomy. Completely understanding and did not question my choice of sterilization beyond the standard "why." He was completely respectful and professional all throughout the time I've communicated with him, and I feel that I received quality care from every team member that was involved in my procedure.
Dr. Chris Tonozzi. He has offices located in Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs, Frisco, and Boulder (All cities in Colorado, United States). Vasectomy for 24yo, single childfree. There's no waiting period, and Dr. Tonozzi doesn't even require a consultation first, just get an appointment for the procedure! I experienced no bingos at all, and I even explicitly asked what he thought about my age and status, and his reply was "I know a lot of doctors give a hard time to young people like you, but I don't believe in that"
+1 Dr. Tonozzi "It took a whole five minutes for the procedure itself and was less painful than plucking a nosehair. The whole thing was just under $900. I texted Dr. Tonozzi to ask how he felt about operating one someone without kids and he had zero issue with it.
+1 Dr Tonozzi, July 2024. He does >500 of these a year with the most modern method (no scalpel, no needle, open ended cautery + dissolvable suture for the tissue flap). He is in western CO but comes to Boulder every month, expect a 2 week to 2 month wait time. You can schedule online, very quick & easy. For younger childless guys (I was 25M) he just asks a few quick questions to make sure that you've given this decision the appropriate level of thought & consideration. $900, I didn't use insurance, no preconsultation needed unless you want a valium (required by state law and he charges $120 for that - I did not use it and was perfectly fine).
Dr. Jeremiah E. McNamara,MD, OBGYN.4747 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80303. 303-415-7000. Gynecologist at Boulder Community Health that did a Bilateral Salpingectomy for both me and a friend (both 25 at the time) in 2020. He was more than happy to do the procedures for us and gave none of the usual resistance during the consultation, instead spending majority of that time just ensuring any misconceptions about the procedure were cleared up (i.e. it was a medical discussion and not a guilt one).
+1 Dr. Jeremiah McNamara of Boulder Medical completed a Bisalp for me, just today! I am 27, I am recently married and together with my partner for 10 years, however, Dr. McNamara was already receptive before learning that. He was very interested in hearing that his name was on this list and was glad that it helped me find him. Child free since 16, never a pregnancy scare and staunchly on this side of the fence, as well as my partner. Super kind and receptive. Only lightly inquired about vasectomy for partner as it’s easier on the body but very quickly dropped it after assurance. From consult to procedure was 2 months. Every member on the team today was incredibly kind, professional. No bingos from start to finish.
+1 Dr McNamara, I am 27, I am recently married and together with my partner for 10 years, however, Dr. McNamara was already receptive before learning that. He was very interested in hearing that his name was on this list and was glad that it helped me find him. Child free since 16, never a pregnancy scare and staunchly on this side of the fence, as well as my partner. Only lightly inquired about vasectomy for partner as it’s easier on the body but very quickly dropped it after assurance. From consult to procedure was 2 months. Every member on the team today was incredibly kind, professional. No bingos from start to finish.
Dr Stephen B Siegel Vasectomy
Dr Jennifer Blattner Bilateral salpingectomy
Dr Brenda Price at Boulder Women's Care - I asked to be sterilized and she said yes right away, all she said was it's easier medically/painwise for my husband to get a vasectomy but I said I wanted to do it and so we got me scheduled. I had to have a different doctor (Melissa Kushlak) at the same practice do the procedure bc Dr price had recently had carpal tunnel surgery. Everyone was AMAZING. no bingos from doctors at pre-op, treated very respectfully day of surgery by all staff, etc. Overall amazing experience. I'm 29F. Not taking new patients as of Nov. 2023.
Colorado Springs/Monument
Dr. Christian York Boulder - Boulder Womens Clinic OB/GYN
Colorado Springs
Dr. Deborah Lasley, UCHealth, 1015 E. Pikes Peak Ave. Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, 719.985.6406. Jan 2023. Bilateral salpingectomy for 25 y/o woman with no children. I was approved for surgery after just 1 appointment, although I had to wait a few months for the next available date. All the nurses and hospital staff were very respectful and supportive of my choice. 10/10 would recommend.
Dr. John Mancinni at Pikes Peak Urology. I'm 25 with 0 kids and unmarried. Vasectomy.
Nicholas Toepfer. OPTUM on Medical Center Point (719) 475-9800, Urologist, Performed Vasectomy on 32 year old husband.
Dr. Judith Brinkman, OPTUM, located at 6340 Barnes Rd, (719)-522-1135. Approved bilateral salpingectomy on 24 year old, not married, no kids with no judgement or second guessing.
Dr. Jeffrey K. Ferguson M.D.,Urological Associates - 719-634-1994. Vasectomy on 34 year old husband. Asked if we were sure and did the procedure without hesitation. $700 without insurance.
Doctor Stephanie Fowler. Completed a Bilateral Salpingectomy and an Ablation for 28yo F, married, no children. Received no push-back from anyone in the office I spoke to. Only questions asked were to confirm I was aware of all my options and had considered them, and to check how set I was on hysterectomy vs making sure that my insurance would cover it. After discussing ablation myths, how effective it should be for me personally, recovery times, and how guaranteed my insurance was to cover either one I did agree that ablation should make me happy but never felt pressured by the doctor to make that decision, just sounded like she understood I was there talking to her specifically to try going through insurance and offered me a path to make that happen as smoothly as possible.
Dr. Autumn Stowe-Quain. She’s absolutely amazing. Approved 22F for hysterectomy after discussing both surgical and non surgical options. No wait period. Very thorough in her notes to ensure it would be covered by insurance.
Dr. Jack Tubbs. Bilateral salpingectomy. 29, single, and no children. He accepts Health First Colorado (Medicaid) and he was very kind and understanding. I only had to spend $11 for the surgical consultation, pre-op, pain medication, and the actual surgery itself.
Dr. Kazunari Kuno, MD Peak Vista Community Health Centers, Women’s Health Center, 225 S Union Blvd, 2nd Floor, Colorado Springs, CO 80910, 719-632-5700. When I first saw Dr. Kuno, I brought a notebook with questions and the type of surgery I was comfortable with so I could double-down on that as needed. This was a very even-kiltered conversation for like 20 mins, he expressed that at 23 I could regret the procedure, but was never out of line in the why's etc. An L&D nurse friend of mine trusted him after watching him do procedures on other people. He told me from here he would submit approval for my surgery and get me on a waiting list.
Dr. Thomas Lowery, at the consult, Dr. Lowery simply asked me “How old are you? Do you have a partner? How many kids do you have?” before diving in to the procedure and considerations, making clear that it’s permanent. I felt no judgment or hesitance on his part despite me answering 29/single/0 kids. While he was doing the procedure, I mentioned that I appreciated that he didn’t second guess me, and he responded “I’m of the belief that if you’re old enough to drink, smoke, and serve our country you’re old enough to make the decision on if you want a vasectomy.”
Dr. Lauren Puretz, DO, Tubal Ligation, laparoscopic (actually, total fallopian tube removal, not just a ligation), 34, Married, Childfree (both myself and my husband). I’ve always known I don’t want kids; my husband is also childfree. Despite past complications with other contraceptive options, when asking 3-4 other doctors for sterilization over the years, I was met with immediate bingos and rejections. By contrast, Dr. Puretz didn’t question my decision at all and was incredibly supportive of my right to choose what I want for my body. When she asked, “When do you want to do this?” I said, “As soon as possible!” My first consultation was on 11/15, and my surgery was scheduled for 12/18 (completely covered by insurance). Best Christmas gift ever!
Janice Raley, MD. UCHealth Women's Care Clinic 175 S Union Blvd Ste 220 Colorado Springs CO 80910. 719-634-1532. 34 year old married woman with no children. Bilateral salpingectomy September 2024. Had initial consultation and was immediately approved for surgery and was able to get the procedure done within a month of the consultation. She was very supportive of my decision and made me feel very comfortable. I mentioned to her in my first appointment that I have tried to get this procedure done in my early 20s and was denied, and she told me she would’ve done it for me even if I was in my early 20s. She believes it’s my body, my choice and never gave any push back, just complete support.
Christopher Russell, MD, 4105 Briargate Parkway, Suite 200, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80920, Bilateral salpingectomy, 33yo Completed consult with Dr. Russell in August, and surgery was scheduled for October 2024. The delay between the consult was due to my schedule. Neither Colorado nor the doctor has a required waiting period for this procedure. I felt no judgment during the consult nor during the surgery. During the procedure, Dr. Russell noticed endometriosis and repaired what he could while I was under. Because there was still endometriosis present, he recommended I keep my IUD and discuss this during my surgery follow-up.
Denver Metro Area:
Comprehensive Women's Health Center - we do tubals and LARC, "all of our doctors will do tubals on child free people". 303-724-8576.
Denver
Dr. Alexander Philpott Urology Center of Colorado (vasectomy for younger guys, I was 25) (303-825-8822)
+1 Dr. Alexander Philpott, Urology Center of Colorado (Denver, Colorado). Not sure if this is helpful, but I had a great experience and thought I could share. The experience was excellent. Dr. Philpott and the nurse were both extremely professional, personable, and made me feel comfortable. There were no questions about if I had kids or bingos about if I might change my mind; no questions about my relationship status or anything else. He explained the procedure, the aftercare, the follow-up testing, and asked if I had any questions. The procedure itself went very smoothly (we actually chatted the whole time, which helped keep my mind off it). I highly recommend him and his office - this is exactly how a personal medical decision should go.
Dr. Megan Sheldon, D.O. Denver metro area. When I (28, CF) told her I wanted to be sterilized, she did not ask any questions or challenge me at all. She did make sure I understood that it would be permanent. She was very supportive, and at the end of my consultation, she told me that she thought the sterilization procedure would be a great step for my reproductive freedom. I did go through with the procedure, and she was supportive from start to finish.
Shawna Noelle Tonick. I am a 27 year old AFAB person. I had my Bi Salp done this year. An ovary also had to be removed to preserve my health. She had to remove an ovarian cyst but agreed to remove both my tubes. I said I wanted it done and she did it. I have no children. I am married to a man, but when I asked her about if she needed something from him she responded that it was my body and my choice what I did with it and that if I was sure I wanted this she will do it. I didn't pay anything out of pocket, but that was because the ovarian cyst was the main focus. I found her through the Auraria Health Center, in Denver Colorado, which serves CU Denver, MSU Denver, and the University of Denver. She contracts out of CU Denver hospital in Aurora Colorado. Her main clinic is UC Health Women's Care Clinic. My insurance plan was MSU's Student Health Insurance provided by United. There was also an IUD installed to prevent etopic pregnancy and for hormone regulation.
Dr Jordan Alger, Urology Associates. Vasectomy. 22, Male, single (with Fiancé, but consultation likely would have had no difference), no kids.
Dr. Sarah Peterson. She gave me (21NB) a bisalp last February. Every step of the way she was respectful and professional, and my surgery was incredibly easy. She did ask if I was sure a few times, but made it clear from the get-go that she would perform the surgery if that's what I wanted. I can't recommend her enough.
Dr. Jeanne Sullivan at the University of Colorado Medicine Hospital/Rose Medical Facility. 303-399-0055. Hysterectomy, 22, single, no children. I met with one of the providers on this list, Dr. Sarah Peterson, who was willing to do a bisalp, but since I wanted a full hysterectomy, she recommended me to Dr. Jeanne Sullivan. My experience with Dr. Sullivan was wonderful, she did not bingo me whatsoever. I had one consultation with her where we went over the all the options available, specifics of what would be my procedure, and then scheduled the surgery date. I was able to have it done within 2 months. With insurance through Cigna, I had to have a “second opinion” from an online doctor for them to cover it, but ultimately they covered it and all in all I paid about $2,700. Dr. Sullivan was super understanding and supportive of this for a sterilization and also as gender affirming for myself (Genderqueer They/Them/She/Her) . She said a couple comments like “if the patient knows what they want, I support them completely”. While we went over all options like birth control, bisalp, etc, she never pushed the other options onto me or try to have me reconsider and once I confirmed with the hysterectomy as my option, she was excited to talk about my health plan. Even after the surgery, she was very accessible for questions and all the follow up appointments went smoothly. Note: OP sought gender affirming care and at this stage it is unclear if this doctor will offer hysterectomy for other reasons.
Dr. Jeffrey A. Snyder Genitourinary Surgical Consultants
Dr. Stanley Galansky Dr. Edward Eigner, Dr. Brad Bell (Englewood/Littleton/Lone Tree) Denver Urology Associates
Dr. Matt McCoy Avenue Primary Care
Victor Dabelea, M.D. Consultants in OB/GYN - 2055 North High St Ste 140 Denver, CO 80205 : 22 year old female approved for tubual litigation. No bingos, asked if I was 100% sure & went straight into giving me information about the procedure. Accepts Medicaid.
Dr. Reid Goodman Mile High OB/GYN - 425 S Cherry St Suite 300, Denver, CO 80246 303-388-463. 26 year old female approved for hysterectomy. He didn't try to argue because he said it sounded like I had done my research.
+1 Dr. Goodman. Bisalp on 21-year-old redditor February 2021. He was the best and kindest I have ever seen. I scheduled an appointment with him after seeing him on the list. I had my initial appointment with him and had my tubal scheduled with him by the end of the appointment. This was at age 21. He said it sounded like I had done my research and thought critically about it and that if that's what I wanted he would certainly do it. (He is also the surgeon.) When I mentioned entirely on my own unprompted by Dr Goodman, that I had a spouse and that he was on board with my decision, he said something similar to 'I never asked about him, I asked about you.' Dr Goodman cared truly about what I thought was in my best interest and was a pleasure of a person.
Dr. Kelsey Webster. She successfully completed a bilateral salpingectomy on me yesterday. I have had very little discomfort/pain and she did an amazing job. Her only reply to me when I asked about a sterilization was “I believe women”. She was so supportive and kind and didn’t question me at all, while still making sure to be professional and address my concerns. A little info about me: I’m 23, in good health, and it took about 1 month from my first consult to the surgery taking place.
+1 Dr. Webster. Bisalp on 31-year old nonbinary redditor, September 2022. I did mention I’m non-binary and LGBTQ+ to Dr. Webster and she didn’t bat an eyelash. Highly, highly recommend her for both sterilization and as a safe gynecologist for the Rainbow community!
Dr. Margaret (Maggie) Saccomano, Intermountain Health , Denver, Colorado. Bilateral salpingectomy, 25F, unmarried. No pressure or bingos. Explained the procedure and risks with facts and data, asked that I accept them, immediately set up surgery. No hassle at all. At the time of my procedure, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health) had a Catholic affiliation so my sterilization took place at Rose Medical Center in Denver.
+1 Bilateral Salpingectomy (Complete removal of fallopian tubes), 23yo. I found Dr. Saccomano from the CF Friendly Doctors list on this page, and confirm she was phenomenal the whole way through. She was the first and only doctor I met with, and made my procedure about a week after. I prepared a binder with pages also found on this page (Consent Forms, personal statement, etc) and brought it to my first appointment and she didn't even look at it. She was respectful and understanding of my choice to become sterilized, and was never once judgemental. Walked me through risks and concerns, but assured me the procedure was minimally invasive and never once hit me with bingos. If you are in the Denver area, I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend visiting with Dr. Saccomano
Dr. Brenton Winship (Colorado Urology—Denver) to the list of colorado urologists who perform vasectomy with minimal questions asked. I am a 26 year old male with no kids and I was approved via telehealth appt for vasectomy with no exam and no questions asked. I’m 12 weeks post-op with successful results.
Dr. Michael Moore, HERS procedure (Hysteroscopic Endometrial Resection for Sterilization). I am 24, married, and childfree (no kids now, or ever). Dr. Moore was great to work with. He made sure I was well informed about the procedure, and all the possible risks, like with any surgery. I had my husband with me for support, but Dr Moore always talked to ME about my needs and desires. He was perfectly nice to my husband, but it was always clear that I was the patient and I was the one making the decisions about my body. No bingoes here. I highly recommend him.
Dr Tasha Kalra, bilateral salpingectomy 23
Dr Rosa Cisneros, bilateral salpingectomy
Dr Sara Lillo - I (29F, single) got a bisalp and endometrial resection in 2022. She works with Victor Dabelea at the Consultants in Ob/gyn on 2055 N High St Ste 140 in Denver, Co. She's one of the rare doctors in the area who can do a resection (entirely removes lining) vs just an ablation (just burns the lining), so that's notable. I went in for a problematic returning fibroid and heavy periods/pain and I wanted to get sterilized at the same time, if possible. My previous obgyn only partially removed the fibroid (twice) in order to not dig into my lining, which would've reduced my potential for a healthy pregnancy. I asked Dr Lillo about a partial hysterectomy, and she just said, "if you're sure you don't want kids, we can definitely talk about options" and empathized that women often aren't believed when they say they didn't want kids after I said yes. She calmly discussed the risks of each procedure, made sure I didn't feel like I was being pushed into one procedure or the other, and answered all my questions about recovery. We decided on the resection + bisalp because the recovery time is lower, there's few risks, and the resection is a safer procedure (in terms of potential for ectopic pregnancy) in conjunction with bisalp. She and all her assistants were lovely the whole time and it was a great experience. Definitely recommend her.
+1 Dr. Lillo. I went to see her after finding her on this list. At my first appointment I said I wanted a bisalp and endometrial resectioning, and started to go into my spiel about why I don't want kids. She stopped me and said "I don't make women justify their decisions." After talking to her more about my options, I ended up going with a full hysterectomy, but she left the choice up to me. She has a great bedside manner and took time to explain things and listen to my concerns. Everyone in the office and at the hospital where the surgery was done were really great also.
+1 Dr Lillo, bilateral salpingectomy.
+1 Dr. Sara Lillo Total hysterectomy (everything but ovaries) Age 35, married, child free Dr. Lillo respects women’s decisions about their bodies and child free status. She’s straight forward and personable. No bingos and took no convincing. I had both medical and personal reasons for wanting the surgery. The total for my hospital bill, including anesthesia and supplies, was a little over $156k (not including surgeon’s bill). With insurance I only paid $750 out of pocket. After making my decision, I was scheduled for surgery the following month. Went home the same day.
Victor Dabelea, MD - Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynecology - Denver (303) 322-2240 Operates at Presbyterian St. Luke’s in Denver CO. Yesterday I had my bilateral bilateral salpingectomy done by dr. Victor Dabelea in Denver co. I am 31, unmarried, and child free. He only asked me once if I was sure. Last year he did everything same procedure for my also child free unmarried friend.
Ashley M Schinske, MD Hospital: Denver Health Medicaid Accepted: Yes Feedback: My discussion with Ashley back in April was very straightforward. There was no back-and-forth as to why I wanted the procedure done, only the expected discussion of pros and cons and the month long obligatory wait period before being contacted by a surgeon to schedule my surgery date.
Dr. Dana Roper-Cooper Bilateral salpinectomy performed, no questions/judgement, absolutely wonderful lady! I am 38 years old, female, married, no children. Dr. Roper Cooper is amazing - very feminist forward!
Delta
Dr. Brian Eades Delta County Memorial Hospital--Premier Women's Healthcare. Told me that bodily autonomy is most important. Offered option of tubal ligation to me at age 25.
Englewood
Dr. Geoff Ledgerwood Advanced Urulogy (Will perform vasectomies on men 25+)
Dr. Reid Goodman Mile High OB/GYN - 425 S Cherry St Suite 300, Denver, CO 80246 303-388-4631 - 24 year old female approved for hysterectomy. He didn't try to argue because he said it sounded like I had done my research, and he's also a surgeon.
Dr. Dana Klindt. Englewood Colorado, 32F gave me a bisalp with no questions. She was super great about everything and just made sure I was sure about my decision and that I had made it myself. Definitely recommend her. The practice takes Medicaid and it was super quick and easy.
+1 Dr. Klindt. July 2024. Bisalp on 33-year-old redditor.
Estes Park
Martin Andrew Koschnitzke, MD who is in fact the only OBGYN here in Estes Park, CO. Didn't question my decision at all. Time between the consult and the operation was less than a month. The operation went very smoothly! 33 childfree. Also works in Longmont.
Fort Carson
Sandra Bierling, bilateral salpingectomy, 26yo. Army doctor, she made sure I knew my other options, but said she supports patients and their bodies.
Fort Collins
Jessica Bare, DO. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I’m an OB/GYN at the Womens Clinic of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins Colorado. I’m very passionate about providing women with the option for sterilization procedures without judgement regardless of age or prior childbearing status."
Dr. Elizabeth Buell, M.D., Family Medicine Center, Poudre Valley Hospital (Vasectomy)
Dr. Cheri Worford, M.D., CSU Health Campus, Female Sterilization, (Doesn't perform surgeries herself any more but will lead you in the right direction to doctors in the area who are willing to perform on young women).
Dr. Nicole Roberson, M.D She only asked to confirm if I was 100% sure of no kids. No other questions asked. Very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions.p
Dr. Saskia Thompson, Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, 4700 Lady Moon Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80528. Also visits Banner Health Clinics in Wellington and Windsor. She's a great doctor that respected my decision and didn't try to persuade me otherwise. I got a Bilateral Salpingectomy as a 23 year-old woman with no children.
+1 Dr Thompson, I got sterilized via Bilateral Salpingectomy at 21 while engaged with my partner with no children. I got no bingos or trying to convince me otherwise. She warned me about risk of regret relative to age but told me it was my decision to make. She is very sweet and has the best bedside manner I have ever seen in a doctor.
+1 Dr. Thompson. May 2024. Bisalp on 28-year-old redditor. I had no issues from scheduling the procedure all the way to being rolled out after surgery. If anyone is in Colorado, I HIGHLY recommend Saskia Thompson in Fort Collins.
Dr. Tara Hoff at the women's clinic of Northern Colorado. Body-positive. I got a bilateral salpingectomy per the doctors recommendation. I am 24 unmarried no kids When I went for the consult the doctor just explained the procedure is permanent and cannot be reversed. She asked if i was okay with that and aware of other long term options. When I said i was certain with my decision she got me scheduled for about two months out.
+1 Dr. Hoff. Hysterectomy and bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. I first brought up removing my tubes and an ablation, but said I’d prefer a hysterectomy due to some symptoms I had and the desire to no longer have a period. I think she agreed to the hysterectomy because of my symptoms. She was a little hesitant at first, but still put me on a waiting list anyway. She thought I had endo and was just going to remove the tubes at first until she approved me for a hysterectomy. So bonus points she has knowledge about endo! And is willing to do exploratory surgery to find it and get rid of it. She was less comfortable with the idea of giving me an ablation though due to my age (24) and weight though.
Dr. Angela King - Bilateral Salpingectomy, 29 at the time (August 2021), single, childfree. My consultation lasted maybe 5 minutes. She asked if I knew that it was non-reversible, made sure I understood the surgery and that I would need IVF if I changed my mind. She never made me feel questioned or uncertain, my boyfriend came with me and she did not address any questions to him. I was immediately scheduled for ~2 months out. This was also billed as preventative care and I only paid ~$6 for the lab testing.
Melissa Reed, M.D at UCHealth Family Medicine Clinic. PCP who gave me a childfree referral for sterilization. Scheduled for total hyst from this referral
Dr Jennifer Stockburger. Her practice is Womens Clinic Fort Collins, and the procedure was performed at Poudre Valley Hospital through UCHealth. Total hyst and bisalp.
Dr. Morgan Wolfe of Fort Collins, CO. I am 23, never married, no kids. He was super supportive and kind, pretty much asked no questions after I said what I wanted. I learned about him from a classmate my age who had the procedure from him in December.
Fort Collins/Greeley
Grand Junction
Dr. Lee Hardin Grand Valley Women's Health Specialists, 603 28 1/4 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81506, 970-644-3190. Dr. takes Colorado State Medicaid. Hysterectomy on 29-year-old redditor. He's a very efficient, right to the point kind of guy. He heard me out completely, talked through all the options, and in the end said he would support whatever I chose to do. I left my very first appointment with him with a surgery. Dr was comfortable with patient’s nonbinary gender.
Dr. Heather Bourkovski. This doctor has reached out directly to advise, "I’m an OB/GYN physician in Grand Junction, Colorado. I’m happy to perform sterilization surgeries on women over the age of 21 per state guidelines regardless of their status as a mother. My clinic is Women’s Health Care of Western Colorado. 970-245-1168. Please reach out if we can help."
+1 Dr Bourkovski, 29F childfree I was able to get my salpingectomy done by Dr Heather Boukovsk at the womens healthcare of western Colorado in grand junction. She was very professional was willing to hear all of my concerns. She was easy to get scheduled for the procedure and all in all made me feel like what I said mattered to her and was well respected. It didn’t even matter that I was a first time patient. She even showed me a picture of my inside showing the procedure was completed. I’m extremely happy and couldn’t have asked for a better doctor.
Dr John Mercer, 610 25 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505, at the SCL health medical group OB GYN. 970-298-9600. He approved me for a salpingectomy with absolutely zero pushback. I'm 28, unmarried, but I have had a miscarriage.
Dr. E. Lee Hardin GRAND VALLEY WOMEN'S HEALTH SPECIALISTS 603 28 1/4 Road Grand Junction, CO 81506 Phone: (970) 644-3190. Dr. Hardin tied my tubes when I was 32. He told me the day he agreed to it he performed the procedure on a 19 year old because he trusts women to make their own decisions. I had zero pushback and he was AMAZING through the whole process.
Greeley
Dr. Kate M. Petty, MD 5881 W. 16th Street, Greeley, CO 80634, 970-815-3851. March 2023. Bisalp on 32-year-old redditor. She was so supportive of my decision and went above and beyond to encourage and calm from start to finish. Never once asked "what does your husband think" or anything like that.
Dr. Phillip Kick,MD 6767 W. 29th Street, Greeley Medical Center, 2nd floor, Greeley, CO 80634, 970.652.2491. Report from prior to 2018. Vasectomy no scalpel. requires 3 appts at least a week apart. had my first- informational, short conversation- no bingoes - "how many kids do you have?" "Zero" "and that's the right number for you?" "yes" "ok, any other questions?" Says he has done hundreds. Also recommended by other friends of mine.
Greenwood Village
Dr Michael Moore did an endometrial resection on a 37 year old, and advised he would "have no issue offering sterilization to anyone 18+, as long as they were medically cleared for the procedure."
Highlands Ranch
Dr. Brandon Maddy, MD also: Insurance info Highlands Ranch Hospital, 1500 Park Central Drive, Suite 302, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129, (720) 516-3075. Nov 2023. Practice is affiliated with the University of Colorado. Physician has asked to be included in this list as follows: "I will perform bilateral salpingectomies for patients over 18 years of age desiring sterilization (unless limited by state and insurance age restrictions). There are no marital/relationship contingencies. I do discuss risk of regret in my informed consent counseling. I do not perform hysterectomies for sterilization only. I am LGBTQ+ friendly, trans-care knowledgeable, and will perform gender-affirming hysterectomies for patients enrolled in comprehensive transgender care. Our clinic accepts most commercial insurances. Medicaid accepted after approval from clinic director."
+1 for Dr. Brandon Maddy. (Highlands Ranch, CO), Laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy July 2024 F late 20s, married to a man, childfree. Dr. Maddy spoke directly to me (and ignored my male partner) the entire time. He emphasized that a bisalp was permanent but never indicated that he felt I should not have it. He did mention that IVF is an option should I change my mind in the future--again not pushing, just informing me of my options. He also stated that anyone should be able to choose what happens to their body. My surgery occurred ~2 months after my initial consultation, and it took ~5.5 months from consult to all bills paid (after going back and forth between billing and insurance). For my consultation, pathology, & 2 post-op appointments, I paid in total $580. The surgery itself (facility, doctor, anesthesia, meds, etc.) were covered 100% by Cigna.
Lafayette
Andrea Burgess, MD. Oct 2023: PHYSICIAN IS NOT CURRENTLY PRACTICING. Women's Health Group Lafayette, CO 80026 303-665-6016. This gynecologist has reached out directly to advise, "I don't put restrictions on patient age or parity. Insurance usually doesn't cover under 21. I am an ObGyn. I routinely do bilateral salpingectomies b/c of decreased cancer risk, hospitals that I operate at are Avista and North Suburban. Take most insurances, except for Kaiser."
Colleen Begley, MD, and I am an Ob/Gyn practicing in Lafayette, Co. OCT 2023: PHYSICIAN IS NOT CURRENTLY PRACTICING. Since the Dobbs decision, there has been an influx of requests for tubal ligations from patients concerned with losing reproductive options. I wish to add my name to this list of docs who will perform a tubal on any freely consenting adult with fallopian tubes, regardless of her parity.
Dr. Rachel Stacey. Procedure: laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy. Late 20s, long-term relationship, Childfree. Kaiser as a practice is hit-or miss on doctors and nurses trying to bingo you, but Dr. Stacey was adamant that it's my choice and she doesn't need to vet my reasons. She made sure I understood the risks of the surgery itself and had a plan in place for my recovery. I had a short timeframe due to my insurance plan changing and she made sure I was a high priority and accommodated me (within 6 weeks of initial request). Insurance cost for my plan was a flat $500 for the procedure + pain medication for after (~$20).
+1 Dr. Rachel Erin Stacey, Bilateral salpingectomy for 28yo. Kaiser fully covers lap bisalp under preventive care (ovarian cancer). Never got a bill. Dr. Stacey was 100% supportive no bingos because I came prepared (i.e., I knew it was permanent, was clearly childfree and knew what I was asking for, etc.). My regular GYN bingoed me when I asked but gave me a consult with Dr. Stacey anyway. It took 4.5 months from consult to procedure.
Littleton
Jessica Salinas MD. She completed my hysterectomy (removing the uterus, both fallopian tubes, and cervix) on Tuesday, May 17th. Age 37 Married with no kids - childfree by choice. Dr. Salinas is a joy to work with. She originally suggested a bi-salp when I mentioned permanent birth control, but I told her about my painful periods & my family's history with fibroids, and she agreed right away that a hysterectomy would be better. No bingos, no concerns at all. After my first visit with her, we were able to book the surgery to happen 2 weeks later. I had completed my deductible with my insurance company for the year, so insurance paid for 80% and I paid for 20%, which was under $400. Best money I've ever spent. Dr. Salinas and her whole team were very extensive with details on how to prepare pre-surgery and how to recover post-surgery. They even insisted on a pre-op ultrasound, where they found I had a large fibroid no one knew about.
Sarah Dunalewicz, DO South Denver OBGYN and Midwives Littleton, Colorado Bisalp on married, CF, early 30s F Dec 2024. Zero bingos at any point in the process, from the office staff to the hospital nurses to Dr. Dunalewicz herself. She just wanted to make sure I knew a bisalp would be permanent. Her medical assistant refers to the procedure as a tubal ligation, but Dr. Dunalewicz only does bisalps. The hospital she operates at is religiously affiliated, so there's a lot of Bible verses, etc., on the walls, but all of the staff there were very nice. Waited one month for initial consultation, then scheduled surgery for one month from that date.
Lone Tree
Heather M. Fitzler, M.D. (Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree) at Kaiser Permanente- Dr. Fitzler approved a bisalp for me (34/single/no kids), at my very first appointment. Very pro woman’s right to choose, and no bingos from her or surgical staff. Time between my approval and surgery was two months. It was a great experience, definitely recommend her if you are in the Kaiser Permanente insurance network and can get to her office.
+1 Dr Fitzler, 22 year old, adamantly childfree. Bilateral salpingectomy. Not once did I get bingoed, not once was I talked down to or patronized, not once was I made to feel like I didn’t know what I wanted.
Dr. Kirigin Watkins. She performed a bilateral salpingectomy and gave me no pushback or negativity during consultation. Barely any pain. 10/10 would do again. 34F.
Dr. Rebecca Surrey at Esprit OBGYN in Sky Ridge Hospital performed a bisalpingectomy on me. I'm 26F no kids. She was very nice and no push back at all. I had the surgery within a month of seeing her. I have state medicaid. No issues whatsoever.
+1 Dr. Rebecca Surrey in Lone Tree (and Centennial), Colorado. In my first appointment with her, we planned a full hysterectomy (including oophrectomy) due to child freedom, pain, and my transition. No psych letters required, we got it scheduled 2 weeks after the consult after confirmation from my endocrinologist who also approved it. Covered by Anthem BCBS. Very LGBTQ+ friendly. 18FtM. Please be mindful when scheduling in with this doctor that she may not be willing to move forward with this procedure on an elective (non gender affirming) basis.
Louisville
Dr Kirigin Watkins, Avista Women's Care, Centura Avista Aventist Hospital. 90 Health Park Dr Unit 290, Louisville, Colorado, 80027, Bilateral Salpingectomy, 28yo.
Loveland
Dr. Sarah Vrabec. Bilateral Salpingectomy. 29F, in a relationship, child free. I had a consult with Dr. Vrabec after roe v wade was overturned. We talked about how I never wanted kids, and she did want to make sure I was making this decision not just out of fear for the ruling, but after that was smooth sailing. No bingos from her staff or her. Waited a few months for surgery booking, took less than a full day to complete.
Emilee Sandsmark at Banner OBGYN in Loveland, CO, 33yo, bilateral salpingectomy November 2024. She was fantastic, fully supportive of my decision, and didn't try to convince me out of it or ask invasive questions. I went in expecting to defend my choice, but left expecting a call in a week to schedule surgery for less than 2 months out.
Montrose
Dr. Stephanie Killeen, Bilateral Salpingectomy, 25, single, no children. Just asked “don’t want kids?” I said nope she said okay let’s get you scheduled. She believes we have the right to do what we want with our bodies and she is just there to support us in our decisions. Legally required 30 day waiting period before surgery can be completed, but got scheduled for it shortly after the consultation.
Pueblo
Dr. Alan Bickel 4100 Jerry Murphy, Suite B, Pueblo, CO 81001, 719-542-1500. April 2023. Vasectomy on 29-year-old CF redditor. The nurse assisting was curious about my motives but never questioned my decision. 10/10 would recommend.
Salida
Dr. Joel E. Schaler, MD [First Street Family Health] (IUD and vasectomies)
Steamboat Springs
Dr. Leslie Ahlmeyer Yampa Valley OB/GYN (970) 879-8533
Westminster
Dr Faye Sundahl recently did my unilateral oophorectomy and bilateral salpingectomy along with total hysterectomy. She is the first doctor to take me (27F) seriously about this, and had no hesitations regarding my unmarried, childfree status. She just asked me questions to make sure I had considered all options and was positive this was the course I wanted to take. NB OP has had longstanding issues with pain and bleeding.
+1 Dr Sundahl, She performed a bilateral salpingectomy (complete removal of Fallopian tubes) in April 2022. I am 28 years old, in a long term relationship (not married), and childfree with no other reproductive health concerns.
+1 Dr Elli Faye Sundahl. I had a bilateral salpingectomy completed earlier this year. I'm 31, married, and have never been pregnant or had children. Using BCBS I am currently arguing an anesthesia bill, but other than that it was completely covered by insurance.
Wheatridge
Dr Megan Wendlant - bilateral salpingectomy
Fairfield
Dr Edusa. Essure, Tubal Ligation, Hysterectomy, birth control including Mirena, ParaGard, and the pill.
+1 Dr Edusa, total hysterectomy, 29, unmarried, no children. Husky D is accepted and covered the entire procedure due to having a bunch of issues (endometriosis etc). He's kind, informative and not judgmental. I waited a year and a half to get procedure. Originally was going to do bisalp, but since I was still adamant about a hysterectomy, we did that.
Farmington
Dr. Shannon DeGroff in Farmington, CT. She had no issue with sterilization with no children. Also does birth control in general.
Glastonbury
Dr. Scott Matson (Vasectomy)
Hamden
Dr. Rostkowski - I'm 37 year old single, child-free by choice, I had a bisalp 3 years ago. The entire practice is wonderful, they just do women's health, no pregnant women or deliveries. (I realized one time when I was in there that there were no pregnant women around and I asked and she said that they don't do that lol ). I was never bingoed, asked if I was sure, told i needed spousal permission (I'm single), or told I would regret it. The entire process was explained to me thoroughly and I was treated respectfully. OP advises that she expects Dr Rostkowski to be open to sterilising younger women.
Hartford
Dr. Emily J. Rosenbush [Women's Health Connecticut], Bi Salp - 24F childfree and married. I started seeing this gynecologist in late 2020 (I was unmarried at the time) when I was thinking about going the permanent route through sterilization. I wasn't quite ready to schedule but I wanted to establish care with one of the childfree docs. I was asked a couple variations of the "Are you sure?" before she dropped that entirely and told me when I was ready she would schedule the surgery, and I imagine she asked the questions mostly for due diligence reasons. I have found her to be a caring and compassionate provider even outside of this procedure.
Dr. Elena Eastman [Advanced Ob-Gyn Doctors] 645 Farmington Ave Ste 2 Hartford, CT 06105 (860) 233-6666
Also has an office in Manchester, CT (Women's sterilization, birth control)
Dr. Jessica H. Mullins [Hartford Hospital Women's Ambulatory Health Services] (Women's sterilization, birth control)
Dr. Odin Kuiper, of Glastonbury, and Hartford [Women's Health Connecticut]. I saw him at 100 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut, 06106. I'm 35, married, and childfree. When discussing the procedure, he asked me once, "do you want children?" And I said "no" and that was that. He didn't ask me about my husbands wishes, or require his verbal permission. He never asked any follow up questions either (about children). He was also willing to do the bisalp on it's own, if I wanted to keep my ovaries - which I didn't.
Mansfield
Dr. Lesley Gumbs, Mansfield Ob/Gyn. I got a bisalp from him 15 days ago!
Manchester
Dr. Aziza Omrani [Manchester OB-GYN Associates] (Women's sterilization, birth control)
Meriden
Dr. Fanning of Helm &Helm PC. Offices are in Meriden (in the Midstate Medical building) and Wallingford Connecticut. Surgeries are performed at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden. He also works with the local Planned Parenthood to help women get sterilization services. He will work with insurance, even State insurance. I had been trying to get a ligation and ablation for 15+ years. I was in my early 30s, unmarried, no children. Dr. Fanning was fast to get an appointment with, professional, and actually listened to and validate my concerns. I had the surgeries done separately- ligation first, did a biopsy to check for fibroids- then ablation 3 weeks later. It was a great, non judgemental, experience.
Middletown
Dr. Anne Bingham, MD OBGYN Crescent St. OBGYN. 49 Crescent Street, Middletown, CT, 06457, 860-344-9993. Performed bisalp on CF woman.
+1 Dr Bingham, performed a bilateral salpingectomy on 20F, 2019.
-1 Dr Bingham, (Aug 2024) - first she told me that because I was not in a longterm relationship with a man that she did not approve of me getting any kind of surgery. When I told her my reasons and why it was important to me she told me that my reasons were not good enough because I was not currently with a man. She said women in relationships with men who won’t take precautions would qualify, but since I wasn’t with a man, my request for a bisalp was “bringing emotion into desire”. She then tried to scare me by telling me the surgery was very dangerous and that there was a strong chance I would be killed, and said surgery is “sharp implements cutting into your abdomen” in a way she clearly thought would freak me out. When I said I understood the risks, she put her hands on her hips and did a mocking impression of me, wiggling and saying in a high pitched voice “I’m not afraid”, even though I had not said those words. I wasn’t sure how to react to that as I’ve never had a doctor do a mocking impression of me before, or any kind of impression honestly. My lack of reaction seemed to irritate her further and she said if I really wanted to go forward with this it would be against doctor’s advice and there would probably be complications. She then told me bisalps don’t affect the risk of ovarian cancer and told me I could avoid all cancers by being thin, eating organic, and staying young, none of which sounded like accurate medical advice.
Dr. Ozbek in Middletown, Connecticut. I (26F, no children) was referred to her by my GP. My IUD was expiring in a couple months and I wanted to pursue a permanent birth control option. Had a fairly quick consult with a PA and then Dr. Ozbek later the same visit. She discussed reversible options but wasn’t pushy one way or the other and supported my decision for sterilization, commenting on how common it was becoming. She explained that she performs bisalps as they have the most benefits/efficacy. We postponed scheduling right away as I was having another unrelated (hip) surgery soon after the consult. Once healed enough from the hip surgery, she contacted me before I got around to calling her office to let me know she had an opening the next week. She confirmed I wanted a bisalp rather than ligation (which could potentially be reversed) before surgery. Surgery was quick, and uneventful.
Norwich
Dr. David A. Kalla 17 Case St Norwich, Connecticut 06360 860-886-2461. Bilateral salpingectomy. It took about a month and a half for an appointment to see Dr. Kalla. I am 34 & have never wanted children. I brought my husband along just in case. I told the doctor-short & sweet-“I want my tubes tied, I don’t want there to be any chances I get pregnant.” And all he had to say was, “that’s fine, it’s your choice.” (Also, he only does the full tube removal) He did mention that it would be easier for my husband to get a vasectomy, but it seemed like he was just pointing out the obvious medical truth, not trying to push me away from my choice. I told him I wanted to take care of it on my end, and that was that. I waited about another month for a pre-op appointment. 3 weeks later, I went to the hospital to have my laparoscopy same day surgery. I’ll have my post-op appointment about a month after the surgery.
New Haven
Dr. David Hesse (Vasectomy)
Dr. Naji Wajid, Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy, 26, single, childfree. His services are through the university health system so if you are a graduate student the service and surgery is completely free to you with a small $50 copy for hospital services. No pushback whatsoever, explains the procedure, the risks and other methods of contraception to check boxes but never questions anything. Very professional.
Ridgefield
Patrice S. Gillotti, MD. Practice is Nuvance Health. Gave me (28f) a tubal ligation when I was 24yo, single, no kids. She also told me at the time that she had done the procedure many times before. No bingos, only confirmed that I defiantly didn’t want kids and that I was aware the procedure was permanent. She was very knowledgeable and open with information. 10/10 would recommend.
Shelton
Dr. Scott A. Vander Vennet [Griffin Health provider. Husky D is accepted but will make you wait 30 days before surgery can take place. He offers long term & permanent birth control including the pill, Mirena, hysterectomy, & bilateral salpingectomy. He does not provide abortion services, but will not judge if that's a choice you make, and will refer you to PP] (Bisalp scheduled for 31/f patient of 12 years on 11/6/19)
Stamford
Dr Sarp Aksel, MD 999 Summer St. Suite 401, Stamford, CT 06905, 203-353-9099. Oct 2024. Bisalp on 24-year-old redditor. He has been a marvelous doctor, gave absolutely ZERO bingos and has been nothing but fully supportive from the initial intake visit to my upcoming procedure! I was hesitant to go to a male gyno, but he is hands down one of, if not the best, doctor I've had.
Dr. Antonios Panagiotakis Bilateral Salpingectomy 33, married, never wanted kids, never had them, childfree for life. No waiting period. Met with him for an annual at our first meeting, mentioned I wanted a BiSalp, called next day and got me in for surgery 10 days later. Excellent bedside manner. Did ask if I had talked to my husband about a vasectomy, but said that he needed it for the insurance paperwork. If you have Husky insurance, he said with that insurance there is a waiting period, but no wait for private insurance. Body positive too.
-1 Dr Panagiotakis, required waiting period and bingoed however OP did request a hysterectomy, not bilateral salpingectomy. You need to be well researched and able to tolerate bingoes to work with this doctor.
Stratford
Dr. Valentine Edusa [OB/GYN of Fairfield County] (Essure, Tubal Ligation, Hysterectomy, birth control including Mirena, ParaGard, and the pill)
Southington / Bristol
Dr. Amy Breakstone [CCOG] (Essure, Tubal Ligation, Hysterectomy, birth control including Mirena, ParaGard, and the pill)
Dr. Carmelina Luongo 1131 West Street, Building 2 Southington, CT 06489 860-276-6800 Agreed to perform a bilateral salpingectomy on a 25-year-old woman who was a longtime patient. No pushback at all, and stated that she was willing to do bisalps on a woman over the age of 21.
South Windsor
Dr. Sarah Graceffa, OBGYB Associates of Eastern CT - Bilateral Salpingectomy, 26F, . I told her I was no longer comfortable with hormonal birth control or an IUD and asked for tubal ligation or other sterilization procedure. She had no objections since we had discussed it before and she knew I wish to be childfree. She did mention that there was a high rate of regret in patients under 30 to make me aware, but not in a way I felt pressured to change my mind.
Dr. Katherine Riddle, who was amazing and performed my bilateral salpingectomy in July 2022 without problem.
Torrington
Stephanie Durstin, bilateral salpingectomy 44yo. I started to have irregular bleeding with birth control pills and did not want an IUD so I asked about sterilization. She explained the procedure and asked if my husband would consider a vasectomy since it’s less invasive and the day of the procedure was I sure I didn’t want any kids. Insurance covered 100% once I reached my annual deductible and out-of-pocket max. Please note - use this doctor with caution if under 40 as OP is an existing patient and has relevant medical issues, this doctor may not be willing to work on someone younger on an elective basis.
Trumbull
Dr. Roxane Abder. 5520 Park Ave, Trumbull, CT 06611. 203-374-1018. Bilateral Salpingectomy. I’m late twenties, single, and childfree. Requested bisalp at my yearly checkup. Dr. Abder was extremely respectful of my request—no “what if you change your mind” nonsense, just informed consent about the process. She offered me a surgery date within 6 weeks. I’m plus-sized and was concerned I’d be denied an elective procedure due to BMI; it wasn’t a problem at all. I felt respected, informed, and empowered throughout the process. Dr. Abder is not only an incredibly skilled surgeon (my single incision is tiny and I had almost no post-surgical pain), but a progressive and caring practitioner.
Wallingford
Dr. Metzger is based primarily in Wallingford, Connecticut. He says he will sterilize people 21+ that are sure, and 18-21 is a little iffy, but he is not totally against it. I was 28F at my first yearly appt with him, where we talked about my history and that I was looking to be sterilized within the year. That appt took about 3 months to get. I scheduled a consult later when I'd turned 29 that appt was a month out, but I called put a message into the portal to see if it was even necessary. Pre-op appt 5 days later, and total bisalpingenctomy surgery 12 after that. The original consult appt is now my week follow up. He only follows current best practice, so only does bisalp for sterilization and has you up and moving the same day. Very little pain/discomfort 2 days out. Great bedside manner, even my friend liked him too. Never tried to bingo me, only made sure that I knew IUDs were an option. No mention of a partner or needing anybody else to agree.
Waterbury
Meghan Slemmens, Salpingectomy, 31 at the time, partnered but not married. My left tube + ovary had to be removed several months prior in an emergency surgery due to torsion that led to necrosis; the emergency facility that did that procedure was a Catholic hospital that refused to also remove the other tube for religious reasons, which is what led me to make an appointment with Dr Slemmens. I didn't even have a routine exam before seeing her for a consult. Literally the first time I met her, she agreed to remove my other tube (not sure if my oophorectomy impacted her willingness to do this). No bingos, just the usual "this process is irreversible" conversation. I saw her again a week before the surgery itself, where she asked me to confirm I wanted the procedure and she gave me instructions on how to prepare for the surgery. The surgery was January 2023 and went great, no complications.
Westport
Amalia Kotlyar. Also has offices in Norwalk and Fairfield. Sterilisation.