Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD is an urogynecologist in Walnut Creek, CA specializing in urogynecology. She graduated from University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD is affiliated with John Muir Physician Network and John Muir Health.
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse is the bulging of pelvic organs into the vaginal canal due to a weak pelvic floor, causing symptoms like discomfort, pain, urinary problems, and constipation. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, which are made up of the bladder, rectum, small bowel, uterus, and vagina. Vaginal childbirth, menopause, pelvic surgery, radiation treatments, or being extremely overweight may cause the pelvic floor to weaken. Pelvic organ prolapse is a very common disorder among women, particularly for those who are over 50.
The choice of treatment for pelvic organ prolapse depends on the severity of the condition. Mild to moderate prolapse may be managed by doing pelvic floor strengthening exercises, taking hormone replacement therapy, or using pessaries. Pessaries are small devices inserted into the vagina to help support the pelvic organs. Pessary fitting is a quick procedure done in a doctor's office. For severe prolapse, surgical treatment may be necessary. Pelvic organ prolapse surgery repairs the following:
Each of these procedures is performed through a vaginal incision, but an enterocele repair may use the abdominal approach as an alternative. If two or more pelvic organs have prolapsed, a combination of any of these procedures may be performed during the same surgical session.
For women who no longer wish to have intercourse, an operation called colpocleisis
may be a surgical option as well. By closing the vaginal canal, colpocleisis treats pelvic organ prolapse and eliminates any risk of its recurrence.
In most instances, pelvic organ prolapse surgery only requires a hospital stay of one day. Patients may experience vaginal bleeding for the first few weeks following surgery. If this happens, patients should use sanitary pads rather than tampons, as a higher risk of infection is associated with the use of tampons. To further help with recovery, patients should begin doing gentle pelvic floor strengthening exercises a few days after surgery. Doing these exercises at least three times a day as a routine tightens the pelvic floor muscles and prevents the recurrence of prolapse.
Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.
In 2013, Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD performed more minimally invasive procedures, and non-indwelling urethral catheter insertion procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within California.
The top procedures that Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD treated as an urogynecologist in Walnut Creek, CA during 2023 were neurostimulation, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and urologic procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD for Medicare patients.
| catheterization | 109 |
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| doctor visit | 141 |
| lab tests | 11 |
| minimally invasive procedures | 176 |
| neurostimulation | 176 |
| urologic procedures | 109 |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD treated as an urogynecologist in Walnut Creek, CA were neurostimulation, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and urologic procedures.
| catheterization | 109 |
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| doctor visit | 141 |
| lab tests | 11 |
| minimally invasive procedures | 176 |
| neurostimulation | 176 |
| urologic procedures | 109 |
Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD graduated from University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine. She completed residency at George Washington University Medical Center. She is certified by the Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
Residency: George Washington University Medical Center
Board Certification: Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: California
Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 190 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Walnut Creek, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Erryn Tappy, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,836
Axonics $1,155 |
Bulkamid $682 |
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$1,029
DAVINCI XI $1,000 |
Da Vinci Surgical System $29 |
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$146
RESTORELLE $126 |
ALTIS $20 |
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$100
UPSYLON $24 |
$76 |
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$58
LYNPARZA $58 |
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$65
JELMYTO $29 |
BOTOX $22 |
LYNPARZA $14 |
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| $593 |
Dr. Erryn Tappy is a specialist in urogynecology. She works in Walnut Creek, CA and San Ramon, CA. She is especially interested in urge incontinence (overactive bladder), pelvic reconstructive surgery, and urinary incontinence surgery. Dr. Tappy is professionally affiliated with John Muir Physician Network. She graduated from the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine. Her residency was performed at George Washington University Medical Center. Patients gave Dr. Tappy an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). John Muir Health reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Walnut Creek, CA.
