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  • Live, Free Uterine Fibroid Webinar - August 28, 2010

    On Saturday, August 28th at 10:00am PDT, join women across the country to learn about uterine
    fibroids and treatment options at a live, free webinar sponsored by the Fibroid Treatment Collective.
    » Click Here to Register Online

  • Uterine Fibroid Embolization and Sex - July 22, 2010

    Find out about the effects of UFE on your sexual desire.

  • True or False? Fibroids Disappear During Menopause - June 17, 2010

    False. “Winging it” through menopause can cause more harm then good. In fact, an “estrogen bath”
    prior to menopause can actually stimulate a fibroid growth.

  • When to Treat Fibroids Before Pregnancy - May 27, 2010

    It is never too early or late to treat your fibroids! Find out why it is important to take that
    step, particularly if you plan on having children.

  • Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization for YOU? - April 30, 2010

    Read on to learn more on how you can check if Uterine Fibroid Embolization is an optimal procedure for you.

  • Fibroid Embolization on The Doctors - March 11, 2010

    Uterine Fibroid Embolizaiton was featured as an Unbelievable Medical Advance on The Doctors during an episode that aired in February 2010.

  • How To Determine if You Have Fibroids - February 24, 2010

    Suspect that you may have fibroids and curious to find out how you can know for sure?
    This article can help you determine if symptoms you are experiencing are due to possible fibroids.

  • Tumorous Fibroids – Cancerous or Benign? - January 3, 2010

    Learn about whether a tumorous fibroid in your uterus is considered cancerous or benign.

  • Can a Fibroid be Too Large for UAE? - December 15, 2009

    Are you worried that having large fibroids eliminates you as a candidate for UAE? Guess again!
    UAE may be an optimal option for you regardless of size and location.

  • Fertility Possibilities and Fibroids - December 1, 2009

    Can fibroids cause you not to conceive? Is it normal to have regular flow with fibroids? Just a few new questions patients have been asking about uterine fibroid embolization.

  • Treatment Options for Uterine Fibroids - November 2, 2009

    Fibroid treatment costs exceed $21 billion a year. Learn about the most cost
    effective and viable treatment options available to women suffering from troublesome fibroids.

  • Dr. McLucas on ABC’s Private Practice - October 2, 2009

    The October 1st premiere of Private Practice featured a Uterine Embolization
    using fluoroscopy footage from Dr. Bruce McLucas.

  • The Cost of Uterine Fibroid Embolization - September 27, 2009

    When comparing hysterectomy, myomectomy and Uterine Fibroid Embolization, UFE costs
    were significantly less as an alternative treatment for fibroids.

  • Radiologist vs. Gynocologist and UFE - September 24, 2009

    Dr. McLucas answers patient questions -- "Is it common for a radiologist to perform a UAE/UFE as
    opposed to an OB/GYN?"

  • Travelling for Uterine Fibroid Embolization - September 16, 2009

    Dr. McLucas answers patient questions -- "I live outside of the US. How much time would I need in
    order to get all the tests, the procedure and follow-up?"

  • Uterine Fibroid Embolization: Safe and Effective - August 19, 2009

    The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology published an article this month touting the benefits
    of Uterine Fibroid Embolization over Hysterectomy and Myomectomy.

  • Clinical Studies Show UFE Appropriate Fibroid Treatment - August 16, 2009

    New England Journal of Medicine article identifies Uterine Fibroid Embolization as a safe and effective
    treatment alternative to hysterectomy.

  • Fibroids: The Hidden Health Epidemic - August 7, 2009

    While everybody gets riled up about these periodic health issues like swine flu, there's a real epidemic
    out there among the female population that NOBODY’S talking about... fibroids.

  • Cara Talks About Keeping Her Womanhood - July 15, 2009

    Cara is a public speaker and avid sportswoman and having fibroids significantly affected
    her way of life. She was faced with having a hysterectomy, but was determined to keep her uterus.

  • Fibroid Education for Women - July 9, 2009

    A small womens group in Pennsylvania is making fibroid education and other
    health issues faced by women a priority.

  • The Commonality of Fibroids in Women - July 6, 2009

    Detroit Examiner author Sherry Dansby talked about the commonality of Fibroids
    in women

  • How I Found Out That I had Fibroids EmpowHER Video - June 26, 2009

    EmpowHER interview with Terry, a patient of Dr. McLucas, about how she found out that she
    had fibroids. Once she found out that she had fibroids, she went directly to
    Dr. Bruce McLucas (like her sister before her). Terry stated, "I came straight here
    because he is the best."