Dr. Michael Goodman, an Experienced Labiaplasty Surgeon in Davis, California

Caring for Women - A Specialty Women's Healthcare Practice
635 Anderson Rd.
Suite 12B
Davis, California 95616

Michael Goodman, MD has practiced Gynecology, Pelvic Support and Vagino-Vulvar Aesthetic Surgery, Perimenopausal Medicine, Health Enhancement, Sexology and Bone Densiometry in Davis, CA, since 2000. Prior to that, after training at Stanford University, he was in private practice on the Mendocino Coast and worked as a consultant and Hospitalist in the San Francisco Bay Area and Central Valley. One of the early pioneers in the field of Advanced Operative Laparoscopy, he has presented numerous times at medical meetings, authored papers, and taught the subject at seminars in the 1980s and 1990s.

Dr. Goodman conducts research as well. He has published >10 peer-reviewed papers including recent cutting-edge work on Female Genital Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery, and outcomes. Click here for Dr. Goodman in the news...

Dr. Goodman is an experienced pelvic and labial surgeon and is Board Certified in Gynecology, an elected member of the Society of Reproductive Surgeons and is accredited as an Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon by the Accreditation Council on Gynecologic Endoscopy. He is a trained and Accredited Clinical Bone Densiometrist and is the only Certified Menopausal Practitioner and Clinician in his area of Northern California. He is an independent, not beholden to insurance companies or health plans -- his only clients are his patients.

Fees are fair and "client-friendly" and average 25-50% lower than other surgical facilities. All procedures are performed by Dr. Goodman personally, not by hired staff or physicians-in-training.

Thirty-five years of experience, "seen everything," enjoys working with women, listening to problems, and helping devise solutions.

EDUCATION:
Kalamazoo College B.A. Degree 1964; Kalamazoo, Michigan
Wayne State University M.D. Degree 1968; School of Medicine; Detroit, Michigan
Highland/Alameda County Hospital Rotation-O Internship 1968-1969 1968-1969
Stanford University OB/GYN Residency 1969-1972 & Affiliated Hospitals; Palo Alto, California Chief Resident 1971-1972

BOARD CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATIONS:
1. Board Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, November 7, 1975.
2. Accredited in Advanced Operative Laparoscopy, Accreditation Council of Gynecologic Endoscopy, December 12, 1995.
3. Passed Voluntary Recertification Exam August 25, 1997.
4. NCC Certificate of Added Qualification in Menopausal Medicine, Certified December 7, 2001.
5. Certified Menopausal Practitioner, NAMS October 2002
6. Certified Clinical Bone Densiometrist, October 2002

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
1. American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology Fellow 1976-Present
2. California Medical Association Member 1985-Present
3. Society of Reproductive Surgeons Elected Member 1988-Present
4. American Assoc. of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Member 1976-Present
5. American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine Member 1989-2005
6. North American Menopause Society Member 2000-Present (Member, Consumer Education Committee)
7. Sierra-Sacramento Valley Medical Society Member 2000-Present (Member, Medical Review Committee; Delegate
to CMA from 11th District)
8. Northern California OB/GYN Society Member 2002-Presnt
9. Traditional Practice Association Member 2002-Present
10. American Fertility Society Member Member 1974-2000
11. INT'L Society for the Study of Women Sexual Health, Member 2004-present
12. Associate Member, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:
1. Reviewer, Journal of Sexual Medicine
2. Reviewer, International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health
3. Reviewer, Menopause Management
4. Peer reviewer, State of California Bureau of Medical Quality Assurance
5. Reviewer Emeritus, Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery
6. Reviewer, World Journal of Urology

Please note that the prices listed below are estimates only. Fees include anesthesia and facility fees. Procedures that require more time may increase total fees. Detailed primary consultation fee of $200 will be deducted from surgical fees if you proceed. There is no charge for a telephone consult and photo review. A deposit of $500 is required to schedule surgery. Please contact our office for more information (530) 753-2787.

Prices listed above include all charges; NO ADD-ONs (Surgicenter fees may vary slightly, depending on length of procedure.)
*Add $1000-$1200 for any "in-office procedure" if performed in Surgicenter under general or spinal anesthesia)

About Our Facility

Woodland Surgicenter

The Woodland Surgicenter is an accredited Hospital-run outpatient facility managed by Catholic Health Care West, standing next door to full-service Woodland Memorial Hospital in Woodland, CA.

The patient-friendly facility is approximately 30 minutes from Sacramento, 1 hour from the East Bay, 1-3/4 hour from San Francisco, and 1-3 hours from Central Valley Cities.

Where To Stay

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Dr. Goodman requests a personal consult for at least the first visit. Thereafter, consults may be conducted by telephone. Easy access Sacramento International Airport is 25 min from the office and is served by most major carriers, including Southwest. Patients may commute for the day; the office staff will arrange discounted overnight accommodations if desired.

Patient Testimonials

nicole says:
June 16, 2011 at 6:59 pm

Hello,I have just had my labia minora surgery last week (June 13, 2011). I am writing this blog, not in hopes to show how much I appreciate Dr. Goodman work (though I definitely do), but in hopes to reach out to women debating on this procedure.I am 21 years old, and am currently attending SFSU, where walking about is a daily routine. Having a larger labia minora became very irritating and painful. I believe an important concept to understand about your vagina is that in no exception should it hurt while doing any normal activity, such as walking. I had been struggling with the decision wither to do this type of surgery or not for many years. To justify my age, I would like to point out that I had started complaining about my vagina when I was 12; therefore my reasoning for the surgery was in no way decided by a boy or sex. I am a very active girl participating in many sports and waitressing for 5 years. By the end of my days I would be in so much pain from my vagina, that wearing jeans were unbearable.

Of course sex has always been a painful experience, due to my enlarged lips rubbing on condoms as though they were clinging onto the penis for dear life. And I would agree that large lips are rather un- appealing, and have the tendency of making many girls insecure. But lets be honest, do men really care about the appearance of a vagina? Most definitely not, as cynical as this may sound, but men donut care what it looks like as long as they're getting the opportunity to be in it! The fact is, guys will hate your vagina if it is discouraging their chances of sex. Therefore on that note, if your vagina is causing pain or the desire to not be intimate, what are you waiting forget it fixed.

Getting back to the true reasoning for writing this, is for the women with a little doubt about the surgery. It has been day six, since my operation and I couldn't be more grateful. Though Dr. Goodman lectured me a hundred times on taking it slow, I was in fact walking around that day. I used vicodin the second day, and that was the last day I used it. I could not believe how good I felt. My parents were constantly yelling at me to lay down because I forgot I even had surgery. I honestly believe that the reason it did not hurt so bad (beside the fact Dr.Goodman knows what heirs doing!) but because I had dealt with so much vagina pain throughout all these years, this was nothing!

Yesterday was my firstly back to school, where I am on Bart for an hour, then walk up five flights of stairs to my first class. By the time I reached that last step I paused and couldn't help but smile. I had just walked up over 50 steps without that familiar pain I had grown to bear. I couldn't help but wonder why did I wait so long to get this done!

An aside for women researching this surgery, it is all about the doctor! My friend had gotten this surgery done in Lodi for only $800.00; I couldn't believe the price, but when she called me the next day stating IHS is the worst pain in my entire life the price seemed to be justified. She regretted it because of the horrible pain ( this coming from a 32 year old women who wad a physical trainer and had 3 children and a boob job)! Don't let other blows discourage you, it really depends on the doctor!
Nikki

I had labiaplasty and vaginal rejuvenation in May of 2008. Before surgery, my vagina felt very loose and there was extra skin (labia) that rubbed and chaffed making me feel older than my 51 years. My husband and also Dr. Goodman assured me that I was normal and my husband said he had never noticed anything that annoyed or bothered him. I decided to go ahead with the surgery and have never been happier.

I have not spent a lot of my time looking "down there," but the visual difference is not even the best part. I feel much more snug. My husband is extremely happy too. He has mentioned many times that there is a positive difference in appearance and fit.

Dr. Goodman, I love you, my husband loves you, and my hoo-hoo loves you! Please feel free to use my name and give my information for a reference.

Melissa Begbie

"I had originally planned to have 3 consultations regarding vaginoplasty surgery to gain perspective on the procedure from 3 different physicians. My first consultation was with a plastic surgeon and frankly, I didn't feel this person was knowledgeable OR experienced on this type of surgery and I felt very apprehensive about even continuing to investigate having this done. My second appointment was with Dr. Goodman and my experience was a complete 180 from the previous consultation.

I had stumbled upon Dr. Goodman's website and was quite impressed with the extensive background and experience he had doing this type of surgery. His website was informative and educational as well. There was a certain comfort knowing that Dr. Goodman was an OB/GYN AND specialized in women's issues. It just all made sense. The consultation was extremely thorough. Dr. Goodman presents his expertise in a clear and caring manner and offers recommendations for YOUR body's needs. You don't feel you've been pushed to choose from a "menu" of procedures. My husband and I left the consultation feeling we could make an informed decision about the procedures I wanted. Needless to say, I didn't even choose to have the 3rd physician consultation because I felt confident with Dr. Goodman.

My surgery was performed in January of 2008. I chose to have vaginoplasty, labiaplasty and the Sur-X procedure for incontinence. I lead an extremely physical and active lifestyle and I couldn't be happier with my choices and the outcome. My results are far beyond the expectations I had.

Dr. Goodman's office staff is caring, competent and professional. From my very first e-mail communication inquiring about services to setting up appointments to asking a plethora of questions about my procedures to assistance with post-op inquiries and billing---the staff is prompt, courteous and attentive. I always knew there was no such thing as a "stupid question" and someone was always there to help me when needed.

Anyone considering using Dr. Goodman for women's healthcare issues will be more than pleased with their decision. I know that I will look to Dr. Goodman for any health issues I might have in the future. I thank Dr. Goodman and his staff for everything!"

Deidre M. (view her before and after photos below)


Pre-op combined Labiaplasty, Perineoplasty and Vaginoplasty	1 month post-op

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Dr. Goodman's office in Davis, California is easily accessed (5 minutes from I-80), small, unassuming and friendly and efficient. It is 25 minutes from easy-access Sacramento International Airport. Sample travel distances are
Sacramento, 30 minutes,
Tahoe/Reno, 2 hours
Stockton, 1 hour
Modesto, 11⁄2 hours
Fairfield, 30 minutes
Oakland, 1 hour
San Jose, 21⁄2 hours
Santa Rosa, 11⁄2 hours

“Female Genital Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery: A Review”
Journal of Sexual Medicine, June, 2011
This systematic review, authored by Dr. Goodman, is the first complete review of the topic of women’s genital plastic and cosmetic surgery to appear in print in a first-line peer-reviewed medical journal. It is Dr. Goodman’s fourth peer-reviewed publication on the subject, making Dr. Goodman one of the most-referenced authors on the subject in the world. Another article, co-authored by Dr. Goodman, this time on the subject of body image and sexual issues involved in genital Plastics, has appeared in the October, 2011 edition of the Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. Read more...

Announcing The Largest Labiaplasty Patient Satisfaction Clinical Study To Date
In the past, there has been no medically recognized, published clinical large multi-centered study examining patient outcome and satisfaction with both Labiaplasty and other Female Cosmetic Genital Surgery (FCGS) procedures, causing critics to call for “better data.” (1). Read more...

Is Elective Vulvar Plastic Surgery Ever Warranted, and What Screening Should Be Conducted Preoperatively?
by Michael P. Goodman, M.D.
Elective vulvar plastic surgery was the topic of a heated discussion on the list-serve of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Medicine. At the suggestion of a board member, it was determined that this discussion might of interest to journal readers in the form of a published controversy. Read more...

Female Cosmetic Genital Surgery - Commentary
by Michael P. Goodman, M.D.
Genital plastic surgery for women has come under scrutiny and has been the topic of discussion in the new media, online, and in medical editorials. In the absence of measurable standards of care, lack of evidence -based outcome norms, and little standardization either in nomenclature or training requirements, concern has been raised by both ethicists and specialty organizations. Read more...

“Just Say Yes”
By Michael Goodman, M.D.
Few things in life are fun and free. Sex is one. As Henry Miller said, “Sex is one of the nine reasons for reincarnation...the other eight are unimportant”. Just as lack of sex begets even less sex, reinstitution of sexual relations begets more sex. Like with potato chips: “...bet you can’t eat just one...” (no pun intended). Read more...

"Is Sex Just Fun? Sexual Activity and Health"
By Michael Goodman, M.D.
Sexual and general health are entwined in both men and women. It is well known in the medical literature that sexual activity can affect testosterone ("T") levels in both men and women. Also known is the fact that lowered T levels reduce sexuality. For this reason, it can be hypothesized that sexual activity is able to biffed itself through activation of the feedback loop that exists between the pituitary gland in the brain, and T-sensitive receptors which regulate sexual activity, energy production and mood, among others. More sex means more physiologically produced T, and more T correlates with both psychological and general health. Ample evidence exists in medical literature to suggest that full, satisfactory sexual intercourse is not only associated with better hormonal function, but with improvement of corresponding physical and psychological parameters. Read more...

"Up Close and Personal": Davis Life Magazine interviews Dr. Goodman
As an independent physician, Dr. Michael Goodman departs from today’s mainstream practices in order to be the kind of physician most patients dream of. And if you happen to be female, you are doubly in luck (no offense, fellas; he hasn't fully left you out, as you will see). Yes, his practice takes in the normal spectrum of a gynecological practice, but he has taken it further - much further. If you have concerns with menopause, bone density, or vulvo-vaginal aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, he’s your doc. And we cannot forget sexual medicine. Read more...

The Midlife Bible – A Woman's Survival Guide
All New 2nd Edition by Dr. Michael Goodman

Originally published in 2004 and newly updated for 2007, this very useful and eminently readable edition comes from the insight and knowledge of a communicator with 35 years experience in the practice in obstetrics, gynecology and perimenopausal medicine. It comes from the author’s working relationship with “Western Medicine” and alternative approaches and a deep respect for the individual’s intelligence, autonomy, and right to fashion her own therapy.

“The Midlife Bible” is filled with positive energy and helpful solutions for everyone. There are no “rights or wrongs” in this easily readable little text; only the pragmatic philosophy that there is a solution – a “correct fit” for everyone.

Dr. Goodman's Newest Book Finally! A first! A book on menopause for men!
Author Dr. Michael Goodman shows men how to support and survive their partner’s menopause, improve sexual intimacy and end up with a stronger relationship.
“MEN-opause…” is the first concise and readable book for men about menopause. In clear and humorous language, your husband or partner can review what you are going through, why and what is available to help.

It will enable him to “survive the storm” and offer him a safe harbor, so that he can better help you, know what not to do and when to back off and give you space.