NorthShore University HealthSystem Urogynecology & Center for Pelvic Health

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1 NorthShore University HealthSystem Urogynecology & Center for Pelvic Health Phone: () -7 Fax: (87) 9-7 Skokie ACC Vernon Specialty Suites Gurnee Medical Office 960 Gross Point Road N. Milwaukee Ave Tower Court Suite 900 Specialty Suites Suite 00 Skokie, IL Vernon Hills, IL 6006 Gurnee, IL 600 Highland Park ACC Glenbrook Specialty Suites 77 Park Avenue West 00 Pfingsten Road Time: Suite 870 Suite 8 Highland Park, IL 600 Glenview, IL 600 Date: Dr. Adam Gafni-Kane Dr. Roger Goldberg Dr. Peter Sand Dr. Janet Tomezsko Before You Arrive Prior to your appointment please call Pre-Registration at (87) to verify your insurance Please complete the enclosed medical history and symptom forms, to help us provide you with the best possible care. BRING THESE COMPLETED forms (and your insurance cards) with you on your first visit. Please arrive minutes PRIOR to your appointment to complete additional paperwork It is your responsibility to verify with your insurance company and/or PCP if a referral is required. If a referral is required we MUST have it prior to your visit with the doctor. If a referral is required and we do not have one on file, your insurance company may deny coverage for the services rendered. You can have your insurance company and/or PCP fax the referral prior to your appointment to Please Keep in Mind: Come to your first visit with a Partially Full Bladder: Let the receptionists know if you are uncomfortable on arrival. A pelvic examination is usually performed on the first visit. If indicated other bladder testing may also be performed (e.g. urine culture, post-void residual). Canceling or Rescheduling: In the event you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please notify our office via NorthShore Connect or call () -7 (CFPH), as soon as possible. Late Arrival: In the event you may be late, please call () -7 (CFPH) and let the office know. We cannot guarantee your visit if you arrive more than minutes late. Billing Policy: All billing is handled by the Professional Business Office at NorthShore University HealthSystem. If your insurer requires a co-payment, you will be required to pay this at the time of service. For billing or insurance questions, please contact the billing office: (87) NorthShore Connect: Allows you to communicate with our office via , and provides you with computer access to your test results, appointment booking and reminders, and many other benefits. If you have a computer and/or smartphone and are not already enrolled in NorthShore Connect, please visit and sign-up or ask the receptionist for login instructions at your visit.

2 About Our Center For more than 0 years, our center has been an internationally recognized center of excellence in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, also known as urogynecology a specialty devoted to female bladder, bowel and pelvic conditions. Our goal is to provide you with the most advanced care for these important and often-neglected women s health problems, while making the process as comfortable and efficient as possible. Our commitment to research provides unique access to cutting edge technologies including medications and new surgical innovations, and our physicians are leading researchers, educators and innovators in this field. Additionally, our technology platform here at NorthShore is second to none: including an advanced data-tracking system that allows us to monitor and constantly improve our outcomes, and also NorthShore Connect which provides every patient with secure communication with our office and access to your medical results from your computer or smartphone. Our Urogynecologists Adam Gafni-Kane, MD Dr. Adam Gafni-Kane earned his medical degree from Yale University, and he completed his residency training in OB/GYN at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He completed his fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at NorthShore/University of Chicago. Dr. Gafni-Kane is Clinical Assistant Professor of OB/GYN at the University of Chicago. He has published several articles and supervises several research trials within the division. Roger Goldberg, MD MPH - Dr. Goldberg is Director of Division of Urogynecology at NorthShore, and Clinical Associate Professor of Ob/Gyn at the University of Chicago. Dr. Goldberg completed his B.A. at Cornell University and attended Northwestern University Medical School. He received his Masters in Public Health at Johns Hopkins prior to his residency in Ob/Gyn at Harvard University s Beth Israel Hospital. He has received numerous awards, and is author of numerous articles and two books. Peter Sand, MD Dr. Sand received his B.S. and M.D. at Northwestern University. He completed residency in Ob/Gyn at Northwestern University and Fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Sand founded this division in 99, and has directed the Fellowship program. He is a Clinical Professor of Ob/Gyn at University of Chicago, is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, and has served as President of the International Urogynecologic Association and Associate Editor of the International Urogynecology Journal. Karen Sasso, RN, APN As an advanced practice nurse, Karen contributes expertise in many areas of urogynecology, and she sees patients independently for a wide variety of visit types including pelvic floor and behavioral education, medication management, and pessary care. Janet Tomezsko, MD Dr. Tomezsko completed her B.S. at Penn State University before attending Hahnemann University. She completed her residency training in Ob/Gyn at Lehigh Valley Hospital. She completed her fellowship at Northwestern University in 997. Dr. Tomezsko was Chief of Urogynecology at Northwestern until joining NorthShore in 009. Dr. Tomezsko has published several scientific articles, and has given many lectures throughout the country in the field of urogynecology. Our Fellows: We are home to a highly regarded training program in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, and our fellows will often be an integral part of your care as they assist your physician. Each of our fellows are fully trained Gynecologists, who spend an additional years in our program. They usually will see you along with your physician at your first visit, and also during testing, follow-up and postoperative care.

3 NorthShore University HealthSystem: Urogynecology Initial Visit Questionnaire Name: Date of Birth: Your Primary Care Physician: Your Gynecologist: Name Name Address Address Fax Fax Which of the above physicians referred you to our office? Which of the following symptoms are bothering you? Check all that apply: URINARY Urinary incontinence Frequent urination Nighttime voiding Urgency to urinate Urinary burning / pain Frequent bladder infections Difficulty emptying bladder Blood in the urine VAGINAL Vaginal /uterine prolapse (bulge) Vaginal or vulvar pain Vaginal bleeding Vaginal discharge Vaginal dryness Vaginal or vulvar itching BOWEL Accidents involving stool Accidents involving gas Constipation SEXUAL Decreased satisfaction Painful intercourse OTHER Pelvic pain Bladder pain Rectal pain Abdominal pain Back pain Other problem not listed above: Please list the ONE symptom that is MOST bothersome: How long have these problems been present? Less than month -6 months 6- months - years - years 6-0 years More than 0 years Have you had any prior treatments for these problem(s)? No prior treatments Overactive bladder medication Antibiotics for frequent bladder infections Kegel exercises Physical therapy for the pelvic floor Vaginal Estrogen Therapy Surgery for urinary incontinence Surgery for prolapse (vaginal bulge) Medication for pelvic or vaginal pain Pessary Stool Softeners Laxatives Botox (for bladder or pelvic symptoms) Interstim ( bladder pacemaker ) Acupuncture (bladder or pelvic symptoms) Urethral injections Bladder installations (medicine put into the bladder) Other:

4 What are your goals in seeking our help (check all that apply)? Improve my bladder control Improve my bowel control Decrease daytime urination Reduce constipation and difficulty having Decrease nighttime urination BM s Reduce urinary (bladder) infections Improve sexual function Fix my prolapse (vaginal bulge ) Reduce pain in pelvis, bladder, vagina Reduce my vaginal prolapse symptoms Other: How often are you urinating (# hours between daytime voids)? Less than hour How many times do you wake at night to urinate? 0 more than hours More than times During an average day, how many pads or diapers do you use? > How often do you leak urine? About once a day About once a week or less often Several times a day - times a week All the time How much urine do you usually leak? (whether you wear protection or not) None A moderate amount A small amount A large amount Overall, how much does leaking urine interfere with your everyday life? Please circle a number between 0 (not at all) and 0 (a great deal): at all When does the urine leak? (Please check all that apply) urine does not leak Leaks before you can get to the toilet Leaks when you cough or sneeze Leaks when you are asleep Leaks when you are physically active / exercising Leaks when you stand up after urinating Leaks for no obvious reason Leaks all the time A great deal Check the one category that best describes how your urinary symptoms are now: Normal Mild Moderate Severe NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

5 MEDICAL HISTORY As an adult have you had any of the following (check all that apply)? Glaucoma Kidney Disease Depression Liver Disease Anxiety Back Problems Fibromyalgia Breast Cancer Lung Problems Blood Clots Heart Disease High Blood pressure Blood in the urine Bladder Infections Pelvic Pain Fibroids Abnormal Pap Smear Interstitial Cystitis Kidney or Bladder Stones Endometriosis Recurrent urinary infections Painful Periods Postmenopausal Bleeding Anal Incontinence Constipation Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Diarrhea Stroke Dementia Multiple Sclerosis Spinal Stenosis Parkinson s Disease Any other medical conditions not listed above? Please list here: OBSTETRICAL HISTORY Number of Pregnancies Number of Live Births Number of Vaginal Deliveries Number of Cesarean Sections SURGICAL HISTORY If you re over age 0, have you had a colonoscopy in the past years? Yes No Have you had a Hysterectomy? Yes No If yes: which hospital and when? For what reason? (e.g. fibroids, bleeding, prolapse ): What type? Vaginal Hysterectomy Abdominal Hysterectomy Laparoscopic or Robotic Hysterectomy Have you had your ovaries removed? Yes No Have you had previous surgery for urinary incontinence? Yes No If yes: which hospital and when? What type? Sling procedure Needle Suspension Burch or MMK Urethral Injection NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

6 Have you had any previous surgery for pelvic relaxation / prolapse? Yes No If yes: which hospital and when? What type? Vaginal incision Abdominal incision Laparoscopic or robotic List any other operations, and the year performed: MEDICATIONS Please list all current medications (including hormones, contraceptives, vitamins) and dosages: ALLERGIES Do you have any drug allergies? Y N Please list which drugs you are allergic to and what happens when you take them: FAMILY & SOCIAL HISTORY Have any first-degree relatives had these diseases? If so, please indicate their relationship to you. Heart Disease Stroke Ovarian Cancer: Breast Cancer Other Cancer (please list type) Kidney Disease Blood / Clotting Disorder Other Family Diseases: Do you smoke: No Yes GENERAL REVIEW OF SYMPTOMS Please check if you ve recently had any of the following: Fever or chills Chest pain Rashes Shortness of breath Headache Heartburn Blurred vision Blood in Stool Muscle aches/pain Easy bruising/bleeding Dizziness Anxiety NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

7 Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory Questionnaire Please answer all of the questions in the following survey. These questions will ask you if you have certain bowel, bladder or pelvic symptoms and if you do how much they bother you. Answer each question by putting an X in the appropriate box or boxes. If you are unsure about how to answer, please give the best answer you can. While answering these questions, please consider your symptoms over the last months. If YES, how much does it bother you? Do you usually experience pressure in the lower abdomen? Do you usually experience heaviness or dullness in the lower abdomen? Do you usually have a bulge or something falling out that you can see or feel in the vagina area? Do you usually have to push on the vagina or around the rectum to have a complete bowel movement? Do you usually experience a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying? Do you ever have to push up in the vaginal area with your fingers to start or complete urination? Do you feel you need to strain too hard to have a bowel movement? Do you feel you have not completely emptied your bowels at the end of a bowel movement? Do you usually lose stool beyond your control if your stool is well formed? Do you usually lose stool beyond your control if you stool is loose or liquid? Do you usually lose gas from the rectum beyond your control? Do you usually have pain when you pass your stool? Do you experience a strong sense of urgency and have to rush to the bathroom to have a bowel movement? Does part of your bowel ever pass through the rectum and bulge outside during or after a bowel movement? Do you usually experience frequent urination? at all Somewhat Moderately Quite a bit (See next page) NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

8 Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory Questionnaire If YES, how much does it bother you? Do you usually experience urine leakage associated with a feeling of urgency; that is, a strong sensation of needing to go to the bathroom? Do you experience urine leakage related to laughing, coughing, or sneezing? Do you usually experience small amounts of urine leakage (that is, drops)? Do you usually experience difficulty emptying your bladder? Do you usually experience pain of discomfort in the lower abdomen or genital region? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No at all Somewhat Moderately Quite a bit NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

9 Sexual Function Questionnaire (PISQ-) The next set of items covers material that is sensitive and personal. Specifically, these questions ask about matters related to your sexual activity in the past month. We realize that for some women, sexual activity is an important part of their lives; but for others it is not. To help us understand how your bladder and pelvic problems might affect your sexual activity, we would like you to answer the following questions from your own personal viewpoint. While we hope you are willing to answer all of these confidential questions, if there are any questions you would prefer not to answer, you are free to skip them. Please select the most appropriate response to each question. Remember these questions are only relevant to sexual activity in the past month. Form.V0 PISQ- CAPS Pelvic Floor Disorder Network In the past month, have you engaged in sexual activities with a partner? IDNEW (-digit ID number unrelated to original study ID number): Yes complete only Section A below No complete only Section B below Form.V0 PISQ- CAPS Pelvic Floor Disorder Network PISQD0. On a -point scale where indicates very satisfied and indicates not at all satisfied, how satisfied are you with the variety of sexual activity in your current sex life? IDNEW (-digit Very ID Satisfied number unrelated to original study ID number): Site: at all Satisfied SECTION A: If you have engaged in sexual activity with a partner in the last month Form.V0 PISQ- PISQD0. On a -point scale where indicates CAPS very satisfied and Pelvic indicates not at Floor Disorder Network all satisfied, how satisfied are you with the variety of sexual activity in your current sex life?. How frequently do you feel sexual desire? This feeling may include wanting to have sex, planning to have Very Satisfied Does fear of pain during sexual intercourse restrict your activity? 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11 Information for Medicare Recipients about Your Bill for Today s Visit As a Medicare beneficiary, you may be receiving two bills for today s visit that together represent the total cost of the visit. This is because Medicare has designated NorthShore Medical Group practices as Provider-Based sites of care. This designation recognizes that our practices operate as extensions of our hospitals, meeting rigorous standards for quality care, infection control, patient confidentiality and more, while submitting to periodic, unannounced inspections by state and federal authorities. While Provider-Based designation is not typical or required of physician practices, we believe this status bears testament to our overriding commitment to superior care and continuous quality improvement. Medicare requires that Provider-Based sites bill patients separately for the professional services provided by physicians (Professional fees), and for the expenses associated with providing the care (Facility/Technical fees), such as office space, nursing, and supplies. Here are a few important things for you to know about these bills: The sum of the two bills you may receive reflects the same total charge that is billed to non-medicare patients. One bill will be from the physician for today s visit and will note the charges for his/her professional services. A second bill will be from the NorthShore Hospital Billing Service and will note the facility/technical charges for use of the physician office space, medical supplies, and nursing staff. The bill comes from the NorthShore Hospitals because our offices are designated by Medicare as extensions of our hospitals. Both bills may be subject to Medicare s deductible and coinsurance. This means that you may be responsible for coinsurance on both bills. The coinsurance amounts are determined by Medicare and are based on the services performed. Typical coinsurance amounts for the most common services provided in our office are listed on the following page: NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)

12 Service Hospital Co-Insurance Professional Co-Insurance Total Co-Insurance Office visit or $ $8.00 $.00 - $0.00 $.00 - $8.00 consultation Nurse visit $ $8.00 $0.00 $ $8.00 EKG $.00 $.00 - $6.00 $ $.00 Flu shot $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Welcome to Medicare $.00 - $0.00 $.00 - $0.00 $ $0.00 Physical Urinary system tests $.00 - $0.00 $.00 - $80.00 $ $0.00 Nerve conduction tests $.00 - $.00 $ $0.00 $.00 - $.00 Please note that the above ranges are only estimates. Your total responsibility will depend on the actual services received. Supplemental insurance benefits you may have may provide additional coverage. Contact your supplemental insurance company if you have questions. Please refer to the phone numbers listed on your bills for assistance with any additional questions you may have about charges for your care. Should you have questions that Medicare could answer, please contact your Medicare Representative at NorthShore University HealthSystem - Urogynecology & Pelvic Health Centers (//6)