Andrea Pezzella, MD, FPMRS, FACOG
Dr. Andrea Pezzella is a specialty trained Urogynecologist, double board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive surgery. She earned her Medical Degree from St. Louis University and completed her residency in OB/GYN at Hartford Hospital in Hartford Connecticut. She completed her urogynecological training at Fallon Clinic, Inc, of Worcester, MA., co-directed the Urogynecology Clinic there, where she practiced in her hometown for 7 years. Dr. Pezzella continues to further her surgical and medical education with advanced training in pelvic floor surgery and Robotic technology. She performs clinical research in her practice engaging in cutting-edge technology and participating in clinical trials. Dr. Pezzella is a strong Key Opinion Leader in the field of Urogynecology. She is a proctor and clinical trainer for many surgical device procedures including Coloplast and Medtronic as well as participates in pharmaceutical speakers’ bureaus as a lead speaker and Key Opinion Leader for several pharmaceutical companies.
Dr. Pezzella relocated to Columbia, SC for a unique opportunity in her career. With a dream and a passion to help women. She joined a private Women’s center where her goal was to bring Urogynecology specialty to the Columbia metropolitan area.
In the pursuit of her dream, in 2010, Dr. Pezzella founded Southern Urogynecology, The Center for Incontinence and Female Pelvic Medicine, a unique, state of the Art practice exclusively designed for women with female pelvic disorders and urinary issues. Southern Urogynecology is the first and only center of its kind in the Midlands to offer a variety of treatments for pelvic floor disorders such a pelvic organ prolapse and urinary symptoms including, urinary frequency, urgency, nighttime voiding and incomplete emptying as well as cosmetic gynecology.
Dr. Pezzella has dedicated her training to the health and well-being of women. Having advanced training in pelvic floor reconstruction and cosmetic gynecology, she strives to educate women about the urinary and gynecologic changes associated with aging and can provide specialized treatment plans for female pelvic-related problems.
Dr. Pezzella’s highest priority is improving the quality of life of her patients and believes that it is a privilege to help women live their lives without the burden of pelvic floor conditions as well as menopausal/post-menopausal symptoms.
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