Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Maureen Muoneke provides support to the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency as a medical consultant. Dr. Maureen Muoneke has a range of professional interests in areas related to women’s health, including treatment options for ectopic pregnancy and non-invasive treatment approaches to manage symptomatic uterine fibroids.
Uterine fibroids grow inside the uterus and typically develop during a woman’s childbearing years. Although fibroids are non-cancerous growths, they can cause a range of unpleasant symptoms including heavy menstruation, pressure in the pelvic region, bladder problems, and more.
Focused Ultrasound Surgery (FUS) is a common treatment option for uterine fibroids and is non-invasive since it is performed as an outpatient procedure and does not require an incision. The FUS procedure is performed while the patient lies inside an MRI scanner which is used to identify the exact location of the fibroid(s). FUS involves the use of an ultrasound transducer to heat and eliminate the fibroid tissue. Research demonstrates that this treatment method is safe and effective for eliminating uterine fibroids.
Dr. Maureen Muoneke 