Specialties
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
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Conditions treated
Pelvic organ prolapse (i.e. cystocele, uterine prolapse, rectocele), Urinary incontinence, Overactive bladder, Obstetric fistula (vesicovaginal fistula and rectovaginal fistula), Urethral diverticulum, Fecal incontinence, Mesh complications, Large perineal defects, Interstitial cystitis, Recurrent urinary tract infections
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About
Gerardo Heredia Melero, MD, is a specialist in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. He earned his medical degree at the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Mexico.
Heredia Melero completed his internship at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Chicago and his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University, also in Chicago. He went on to complete a female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS) fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Heredia Melero is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in both obstetrics and gynecology and FPMRS. His clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery, obstetric fistula, vaginal reconstruction for pelvic organ prolapse, sacral nerve neuromodulation and urethral bulking injection.
Personal Statement
I like this field because it’s rewarding and satisfying. I can help patients return to their normal lives and be socially active again instead of prisoners to their genitourinary conditions. A simple procedure can change their quality of life significantly, and you can see results right away. It’s very gratifying.
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and GynecologyDegree
Universdad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Guadalajara/Jalisco, Mexico
Residency
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Northwestern University, Chicago
Obstetrics & Gynecology, John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago
Fellowship
Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City
Certifications and Special Training
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Procedures performed
- Cystoscopy
- Intravesical Botox injection
- Multi-channel urodynamics
- Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS)
- Sacral nerve stimulation
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Additional Languages
- Spanish
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Ratings & Reviews
The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
August, 2019
Everyone was very nice to me. *Dr. Heredia gets 5 stars. I am 73 yrs. old. I put him in the top 5 of physicians that I have been to in my life.August, 2019
The doctor is excellent in every field has a good "bedside manner that most drs. don't have anymore.August, 2019
The appt. w/UK *Dr. Heredia was the best I've ever experienced at a GYN appt. *Dr. Heredia and his asst. *Michele are just fabulous. Every effort was made to help me be calm as the exam was conducted, I cannot say enough positive comments about the doctor or any of his staff. They are wonderful.June, 2019
nurse was wonderful. always patient, courteous, knowledgeable with a wonderful sense of humor which put me at ease.June, 2019
I feel very fortunate that *Dr. Heredia was hired by UK and able to perform my surgery. He is very competent & caring & provided me with a better life with his specialized surgery skills.Are you happy with the care you received from this provider?Please let us know by filling out a patient satisfaction survey when you get one. You can also leave an online review by clicking the button below.
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Locations
Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
UK Good Samaritan Medical Office Building
125 E. Maxwell St.
Suite 140
Lexington, KY 40508Call 859-257-1000Insurance Information
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