← Return to Your travel tips for Mayo Clinic in Phoenix and Scottsdale please

Discussion
Comment receiving replies
@nestletea

Traveling to Mayo Arizona (current Jacksonville patient)

I have a long history of Endometriosis and multiple surgeries. In 2014 I underwent a hysterectomy and removal of my left ovary due to a chocolate cyst. At the same time my vaginal cuff was rebuilt and endometriosis was removed from that area. The remaining lesions were cauterized. In 2015 I had a second surgery due to recto vaginal endometriosis and all areas were cauterized. Then in December 2020 I had a large right ovarian cyst (6.5 cm) removed and more areas of endometriosis were cauterized throughout the pelvis (including the bladder flap and left pelvic area). I have been working with women’s health in Jacksonville and Dr. Destephano. I have started pelvic PT, taking a Valium suppository nightly for pain and have a Botox injection procedure scheduled in early January. Since I am a school counselor, I am hoping the injections can get me through until June and then I can schedule the first week of summer break.
In the end, it looks like I am looking at another surgery (recent MRI showed multiple lesions, including on the vaginal cuff again). I have a video appointment scheduled with Dr. Wasson in Arizona, as I have done extensive research and she seems to be highly specialized with endometriosis excision. Does anyone have previous experience with either Dr. Wasson or Dr. Destephano and endometriosis excision? I am also looking at recovery time, etc. Dr. Destephano also mentioned Pelvic Peritonectomy. Any information/experiences would be greatly appreciated! I am looking to travel to Arizona for Dr. Wasson, as she is the most specialized. Also travel information/lodging information in Arizona would we greatly appreciated.

Jump to this post


Replies to "Traveling to Mayo Arizona (current Jacksonville patient) I have a long history of Endometriosis and multiple..."

@nestletea, I hope to have connected you with other women who have experience with endometriosis in the other discussion you posted here:
- Endometriosis Excision https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/endometriosis-excision/

So I'll focus on the your questions about travel and accommodation at Mayo Clinic in Arizona. I moved your question to this existing discussion where you'll meet fellow Mayo AZ patients who can offer advice about travel and lodging.

Nestletea, what specific questions do you have about travel and lodging in Arizona?