Ginger N. Cathey, M.D., F.A.C.O.G
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Dr. Cathey is a Urogynecologist and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeon at OGA. Urogynecology, a subspecialty within Obstetrics and Gynecology, is dedicated to the treatment of women with pelvic floor disorders such as incontinence and prolapse. Urinary incontinence, leakage of urine, is a very common condition effecting women. Prolapse simply means a bulging or pressure sensation in the vaginal area caused by displaced or falling female organs such as the bladder, uterus, vagina or rectum. Prolapse and incontinence frequently occur together. These are not a normal part of a woman’s aging. Non-surgical and surgical treatment is available for patients with these uncomfortable symptoms.
As a Urogyencologist, Dr. Cathey’s practice also treats overactive bladder (urinary urgency and frequency), emptying disorders (difficulty urinating), and other bladder disorders. For additional information about this specialty please visit www.augs.org and click on “Information for Women”. Testing available through our office includes cystoscopy, ultrasound, urodynamics testing, and electrodiagnostic testing (EMG) of the pelvic floor.
After completing her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cathey underwent fellowship training where she spent several years focusing on the treatment of female gynecological disorders. She first completed a Fellowship in Advanced Gynecological Endoscopy focusing on minimally invasive surgical techniques such as laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. This was followed by a Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery fellowship, where she concentrated on treatment of pelvic floor disorders. She currently participates in training other gynecologists in these modalities.
Dr. Cathey is a native of Louisiana. She recently returned to Houston in 2006. She and her husband Carlos live near the medical center. When out of the office, she enjoys running, reading, cooking, gardening…and shopping.
EDUCATIONAL
BACKGROUND:
College or university: Tulane University, Newcomb College
Degree: B.S., Cell and Molecular Biology
College or university: LSU Medical School
Degree: MD
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, Department of OB/ Gyn, Houston, TX
Fellowship: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Dept of OB/GYN
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
University of Louisville School of Medicine, Dept of OB/GYN Gynecological Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship
BOARD
CERTIFICATIONS:
American Board or Obstetrics and Gynecology, Board Certified
MEMBERSHIPS/SOCIETIES:
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
American Society of Reproductive Medicine
American Medical Association
Harris County Medical Society
LICENSURE:
State of Texas
State of Louisiana
State of Texas
Specialty Procedures Include:
Laparoscopic and vaginal hysterectomy
Laparoscopic and vaginal repair of prolapse
Laparoscopic and vaginal graft augmentation of the pelvic floor
Vaginal sling placement for urinary incontinence
Urethral bulking for urinary incontinence
InterStim Neurosacral modulation
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