Fecal Incontinence Treatment Near Iron River, MI
For women in Iron River and the Western Upper Peninsula area dealing with accidental bowel leakage, expert care is available in Green Bay, 2 hours 30 minutes away. Dr. Ryan Stewart is a fellowship-trained urogynecologist offering comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for fecal incontinence and other pelvic floor conditions.
Understanding Fecal Incontinence
Fecal incontinence — accidental bowel leakage — affects about 1 in 10 women but remains severely underreported due to embarrassment. Contributing factors include childbirth injury, nerve damage, muscle weakness, and chronic bowel conditions.
Dr. Stewart explains: “Accidental bowel leakage is far more common than you might think, and I treat it regularly. There’s no need for embarrassment — only solutions.”
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Why See a Urogynecology Specialist?
Depending on their background, a urogynecologist completes either a 3-year fellowship after an OB/GYN residency or a 2-year fellowship after a urology residency, focused entirely on pelvic floor disorders. This gives them the deepest expertise in conditions like fecal incontinence — from conservative management to advanced surgical techniques.
Dr. Stewart’s Approach
Dr. Stewart’s care philosophy centers on education and shared decision-making. The word “doctor” comes from the Latin docere — to teach — and this guides every patient interaction.
Dr. Stewart notes: “Fecal incontinence often coexists with other pelvic floor conditions, which is why seeing a urogynecologist makes sense.”
Care Options for Iron River Patients
Iron River is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes from Dr. Stewart’s Green Bay practice. Telehealth consultations are available to start your care from home, with in-person visits coordinated efficiently when needed. Most Michigan insurance plans accepted.
Treatment Options
Effective treatments include dietary management, pelvic floor physical therapy with biofeedback, medications, sacral neuromodulation, sphincter repair surgery, and injectable bulking agents.
The right approach depends on your specific situation, severity, and personal goals. Dr. Stewart will walk you through each option so you can make an informed decision together.
Schedule Your Appointment
2 hours 30 minutes from Iron River, MI
Telehealth consultations available — start your care from home in Iron River.
- No referral necessary
- Now accepting new patients
- Most Michigan insurance plans accepted, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Priority Health, and McLaren Health Plan.
- In-person and virtual appointments available