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Expert: - 9/15/2007


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I am working on a paper that is looking at previous abdominal surgical and/or musculoskeletal scarring in a woman and its possible affects on fertility and complications during pregnancy such as in-uterine constraint.  Since you have been in practice a while and you have exposure to many different disciplines - I thought that you may have had a case or two that may correlate with this issue or know of someone that has and if you felt that there may be a possible connection and why or why not?

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Hi Jenny,

It certainly is a possibility; this all depends of course on the extent of the abdominal invasion, the individual’s genetic predilection for scar tissue formation and other factors. Personally, fertility issues are not brought up in an orthopedic practice but certainly, the above issues can make or break fertilization and full term success of the pregnancy. So there would definitely be a connection, it would totally depend on the level of scar tissue and extent of the procedure. There are a lot of individual case by case possibilities to consider. A fertility doc might give specific clinical examples; it might be worth a try.

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Dr. Timothy Durnin

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Anything Chiropractic related, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Hematology, Physical Therapy, Orthopedics Herniated or Slipped disc problems, Sciatica, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Spinal Injuries, Arthritis, Nutritional Advice, Diet and exercise, Supplement Knowledge, Orthotics, Laser Therapy, Pinched Nerves, Imaging Interpretation,(X-ray, MRI, Ultrasound, CT ect), any and all Neuromusculoskeletal Disorders. Expert Witness for 19 yrs, dealing with Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Workman's Compensation, Medicare and HIPPA issues. Active in clinical practice for 16+ yrs, I am a second generation Chiropractor, my father practiced for over 50 yrs in private practice and as a Diplomat in Radiology (DACBR) Currently on staff at Olympia Fields Osteopathic Hospital, active in private practice with several disciplines including Pediatrics, Orthopedic Surgery, Family Practice, IME's and Internal Medicine M.D.'s.

Experience

I own or am actively involved with 24 multidisciplinary clinics in the Chicago area employing M.D.'s, Orthopedic Surgeons, Pediatrics and Family Practice. My home practice is a continuation of my fathers which has existed for more than 55 yrs.

Organizations
AASP, ACA, ICS, AASP, AOPA, CPA, BBB, FCER, PADI

Education/Credentials
B.S./D.C. National College of Chiropractic 1991 Board Certified AMA impairment ratings. Presidential Cabinet Member NUHS. Phi Theta Kappa National honorary fraternity

Awards and Honors
Phi Theta Kappa/Who's Who in America Chiropractor of the year award 2001

Past/Present Clients
Many Chicago Bulls players

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