Lower Confidence Match

A Lower Confidence Match is a surgeon I have less confidence in than most others on this list.

That happens for one of two reasons:

  • I have limited information to work with. Some surgeons have very little online presence or are newer to practice.
  • Something I found gave me pause. I have not finished digging into it, and I am not going to make a claim I cannot back up yet.

I have included them because in some areas they may be one of the best options available to patients, and leaving them off the list would not be helpful.

You should research any surgeon on this list before you commit to one. With these, put in a little extra until I can get to the profile.

This directory is a starting point, not a verdict. Do your own research, ask questions, and trust your gut.

See the Resources page for tips on researching your surgeon and suggested questions to ask during your consultation. For more information on how this directory works, check out the FAQ at the bottom of the page. 
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FAQ
Why did you make this directory?

Who you choose for your surgeon matters more than most people realize. The wrong surgeon can mean missed disease, unnecessary surgeries, and years of pain that didn't have to happen. This is what happened to me.

Finding the right one is not a guarantee, but can drastically improve the outcome of your surgery. This directory pulls together publicly available information and patient-reported patterns in one place, so you can walk into a consultation prepared.
Where did you find this information?

This directory was built using publicly available information from a wide range of sources, including surgeon websites, medical publications, advocacy resources, social media, and submissions from my social media community.

If they show on this list, it means a surface-level check confirmed endometriosis is a primary focus of their practice.. Once their name is linked to a profile, it means I have completed and published my deeper independent research on that surgeon.
What is an endo specialist?

A specialist is a surgeon whose practice centers on endometriosis and/or complex pelvic conditions, including fibroids, adenomyosis, pelvic pain, and similar conditions, as a primary focus rather than as one service among a general gynecology or obstetrics practice.
How do you decide who is on the list?

Inclusion criteria:

A surgeon is eligible if they publicly identify, or are publicly identified, as a specialist through any of the following:

  • Practice website
  • Public facing profiles (Doximity, hospital profiles, etc)
  • Social media bio or consistent social content
  • Inclusion on other endo specific directories: iCareBetter, Nancy’s Nook, Yellow Hub listing

Exclusion criteria:

A surgeon is excluded if public information indicates endometriosis is not a primary focus of their practice:

  • Their public profile presents them primarily as a general OB/GYN or obstetrician with endometriosis listed incidentally among many services
  • No public source positions them as a specialist,  they surface only through patient referral tips or self submission with no verifiable public identity as an endo surgeon
Can a surgeon be removed from the directory?

Surgeons are included on the list based on the criteria listed above.

Personal conduct, social media behavior, and online controversy are not criteria for inclusion or removal. The directory exists to help patients find skilled surgeons, not to weigh in on personality or public opinion.

A surgeon could be removed if I find loss of medical license, or strong evidence they are not a specialist.
Why isn't my surgeon listed?

Absence from this directory doesn't mean a surgeon is unqualified. It means I either haven't found them yet, or couldn't find enough public information to confirm that endometriosis as a genuine focus of their practice. The directory is a living resource and will keep growing with your help.

Use the "submit feedback" button above to suggest a surgeon for review or share your experience with a surgeon.
Can I suggest a surgeon?

Yes, please! Use the "submit feedback" button above.

A submission is a request for consideration, not a guarantee of inclusion. Every surgeon goes through the same research process regardless of how they came to our attention, whether that's a patient suggestion, a surgeon submitting themselves, or my own research. The information found is the information published, good or bad.
I have a surgery coming up but the surgeon profile isn't ready!

Send me a message on Instagram or TikTok (@wulfwomen), I am happy to skip ahead and help research your surgeon before your surgery date. <3

If the surgeon you're looking for doesn't meet the criteria, I will let you know. If they do, I will create the full profile and publish it here on this page.

How often is this updated?

I plan to go through the list every three months and make updates. I hope to add feedback as I get it, but I am only one person and it may take some time.

What should I do if information in a profile is wrong?

Please email me at deb@wulfwomen.com and let me know. Correcting inaccurate information is at the top of my priority list.

I really appreciate all feedback and more eyes on this. I've worked very hard to make sure this is accurate, but there is always a chance something could slip through. I review all submissions and make corrections as quickly as I can.
There's no surgeon in my city or state!

Check out the surgeons in your neighboring states. Many them operate out of multiple locations.
How do you collect patient feedback?

Patient feedback is pulled from publicly available sources like reviews and community forums. Some feedback is submitted directly to me via the "submit feedback" button above.

I take this feedback and fold it into the summaries in the profiles, rather than including every review word for word.

Why are some profiles more detailed than others?

Profile depth reflects what's publicly available, not the quality of the surgeon. That said, a sparse profile is worth paying attention to. Surgeons who specialize in endometriosis tend to have a presence in the patient community. If a profile is thin on reviews and information, that's a sign to do more research and ask a ton of questions.
Is this directory AI-assisted?

Yes, and I'll be upfront about it. I could not have built this without AI.

I am doing the research on each surgeon, then asking AI to check the internet for search for additional public sources.

Then, I ask AI to help with the first draft of the profile content. I read it and fix it manually to make sure it's accurate based on my research.

Lastly, I ask AI to build the code for me to make the profiles look nice on the website.
How is this different from Nancy's Nook or iCareBetter?

I have the utmost respect for Nancy's Nook, she helped me find my specialist. I have had her page listed on my website for a year now, but noticed very few people are clicking the link I provided. The younger generations aren't using facebook as much as we used to and I wanted something easier to access for all ages.

I also wanted to provide a service that could pull information from all over the internet and make it easy to view in one place.

iCareBetter has great information, but much of the information on there is surgeon submitted or sponsored. The Wulf Women list is a place for all information to be found, regardless of where it came from.

Do you make money from this directory?

No. I will never accept payment from any surgeon listed here, and this directory does not generate income for me.

Who are you?

My name is Debrah (Deb) Stark. I'm an endo patient who learned the hard way how important specialty care is. I promised myself after my second surgery I would do everything I could to help other women navigate endometriosis care. My mission is to give women enough information to help them make the right medical decisions for themselves.

You can find me on TikTok and Instagram as @wulfwomen .

“For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.”
-Rudyard Kipling,The Jungle Book