The Center for Innovative GYN Care

What The Center for Innovative GYN Care does

The Center for Innovative GYN Care (CIGC) is a private, physician-owned advanced laparoscopic gynecological surgical practice headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, with offices and ambulatory surgery centers across the Northeast Corridor. The practice focuses exclusively on complex GYN surgery (fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and infertility-linked GYN conditions), serving women who have often been misdiagnosed, dismissed, or offered only open or robotic surgery by general OBGYNs. Patients are acquired through a combination of direct-to-consumer marketing (content, social media, testimonials, advocacy events), referrals from OBGYNs and fertility specialists, and a structured Travel Program serving patients from 30+ countries.

CIGC's core technology is its proprietary surgical techniques, DualPortGYN and LAAM, developed and trademarked by co-founders Dr. Paul MacKoul and Dr. Natalya Danilyants. DualPortGYN uses only two 5mm incisions for hysterectomy and endometriosis excision, while LAAM (Laparoscopic-Assisted Abdominal Myomectomy) enables uterine-sparing fibroid removal via a small bikini-line incision, supported by Bilateral Uterine Artery Occlusion/Ligation and retroperitoneal dissection. All procedures are performed outpatient in CIGC-owned ambulatory surgery centers (Innovations Surgery Center in Rockville, MD and Visionary ASC NJ in Secaucus, NJ) by fellowship-trained GYN surgical specialists rather than general OBGYNs.

CIGC monetizes through professional services fees billed via insurance for procedures and consultations, with patient responsibility for co-pays and deductibles. The practice does not accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Kaiser HMO. Revenue is driven by surgical case volume across hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometriosis excision, ovarian cystectomy, and pelvic adhesion procedures, plus a Second Opinion GYN Program. Marketing emphasizes patient education, peer-reviewed clinical evidence (published in JMIG, JOGR, and AJOG), and physician credentials, with reported outcomes of 5.4% combined complication rate for DualPortGYN and 0% conversion to open surgery. The practice has performed over 25,000 procedures cumulatively and operates with 11-50 employees under physician-controlled ownership, with no disclosed external private equity or venture capital investment.

Name

The Center for Innovative GYN Care

Legal name

The Center for Innovative GYN Care, P.C.

Website

https://innovativegyn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Center for Innovative GYN Care is a private, physician-owned advanced laparoscopic surgical practice in Rockville, Maryland, treating women with complex GYN conditions (fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, ovarian cysts) using proprietary DualPortGYN and LAAM minimally invasive techniques performed at its own ambulatory surgery centers across the DC, VA, NJ, and NY markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gynecological Surgery Services

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (Laparoscopy/Hysteroscopy) (HLAKAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gynecology (General Non-Obstetric Care) (HLAKAJAL), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Clinics (HLAFAJAA)

Keywords

• Minimally invasive gynecology
• Laparoscopic GYN surgery
• Fibroid removal surgery
• Endometriosis excision
• Hysterectomy procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Rockville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: Revenue generated from performing minimally invasive GYN surgical procedures including hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometriosis excision, ovarian cystectomy, and other laparoscopic procedures. Performed in CIGC-owned ambulatory surgery centers or office settings.
2. Consultations: Revenue from initial and follow-up patient consultations, second opinion consultations, and pre/post-operative care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Center for Innovative GYN Care (CIGC) is a fellowship-led advanced laparoscopic surgical practice that performs minimally invasive gynecological procedures using two proprietary techniques — DualPortGYN® (two 5mm incisions) and LAAM® (Laparoscopic-Assisted Abdominal Myomectomy) — to treat fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic masses, abnormal bleeding, and pelvic pain on an outpatient basis in CIGC-owned ambulatory surgery centers. The practice serves individual women seeking second opinions or alternatives to open/robotic surgery, including out-of-state and international patients via a dedicated travel program.

Product overview

The Center for Innovative GYN Care (CIGC) is an advanced laparoscopic surgical practice offering minimally invasive gynecological surgical services. The company provides two proprietary surgical techniques—DualPortGYN® and LAAM®—along with comprehensive GYN procedures including hysterectomy, myomectomy, endometriosis excision, ovarian cystectomy, and pelvic adhesion resection. All procedures are performed in an outpatient setting with same-day release. CIGC also offers a Second Opinion GYN Program and a Travel Program for out-of-state and international patients. The practice operates ambulatory surgery centers in Rockville, MD and Secaucus, NJ.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DualPortGYN: Advanced minimally invasive GYN surgical technique that uses two small incisions for hysterectomy, endometriosis, and other GYN procedures.
• LAAM
• LAAM-BUAO

Products and services

• DualPortGYN® Advanced minimally invasive GYN surgical technique using only two 5mm incisions (one at the belly button, one at the bikini line) to safely and efficiently treat complex gynecological conditions including hysterectomy, endometriosis, pelvic masses, and ovarian cysts in an outpatient setting with same-day release.
• LAAM® (LAAM-BUAO / LAAM-BUAL) Minimally invasive uterine-sparing fibroid removal technique combining elements of laparoscopic and open approaches through a small bikini-line incision. Can remove fibroids regardless of size, number, or location while preserving fertility, with significantly lower conversion-to-open-surgery and complication rates than standard laparoscopic or robotic myomectomy.
• Hysterectomy Minimally invasive laparoscopic hysterectomy procedure performed using the DualPortGYN® technique on an outpatient basis with same-day discharge and faster recovery times than open or robotic hysterectomy.
• Myomectomy Uterine-sparing fibroid removal surgery using the LAAM® technique, capable of removing large and multiple fibroids while preserving the uterus and fertility, with substantially lower complication and conversion-to-open-surgery rates than standard laparoscopic or robotic approaches.
• Endometriosis Excision Laparoscopic surgical excision of endometrial tissue using advanced minimally invasive techniques to treat endometriosis while minimizing pain, recovery time, and risk of recurrence.
• Ovarian Cystectomy Minimally invasive surgical removal of ovarian cysts, including large or complex cases, using advanced laparoscopic techniques that result in less pain and faster recovery than open surgery.
• Resection of Pelvic Adhesions Laparoscopic removal of scar tissue between pelvic organs, commonly associated with endometriosis or prior surgeries, using minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.
• Hysteroscopy Diagnostic and surgical procedure using a thin telescope inserted through the vagina to view and treat conditions inside the uterus such as polyps and fibroids.
• Advanced Surgical Techniques Suite of advanced laparoscopic techniques including Retroperitoneal (RP) Dissection, Uterine Artery Ligation/Occlusion, Enterolysis, Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection, and Laparoscopic Bowel and Bladder Repair used in complex GYN surgical cases.
• Vaginal Access Procedures Surgical techniques that use the vaginal opening to assist with GYN surgery, limiting the size and number of abdominal incisions to minimize pain and recovery time.
• Second Opinion GYN Program Consultation service providing second opinions for any gynecological condition with customized treatment plans, helping patients determine whether they need surgery or alternative care from CIGC's GYN specialists.
• Travel Program Structured program assisting out-of-state and international patients with travel arrangements, accommodation, and logistics for undergoing surgery at CIGC's facilities; patients have traveled from over 30 countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5.4% combined intra- and post-op complication rate for DualPortGYN hysterectomy (vs 12.3% standard, 16.2% robotic)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The White Dress ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIGC partners with The White Dress Project, an organization promoting fibroid awareness, for community events and patient education. Dr. Paul MacKoul participates as a speaker at White Dress Project events discussing minimally invasive fibroid treatment options. The partnership supports CIGC's patient advocacy mission and community outreach.
• Resolve: The National Infertility AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIGC is a proud sponsor of Resolve's Walk of Hope, supporting infertility awareness and education. Partnership aligns with CIGC's focus on treating GYN conditions that affect fertility.
• New Hope Fertility CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIGC co-hosts events with New Hope Fertility Center's Dr. Meir Olcha for patient education on fertility and GYN conditions. Partnership enables coordinated care for patients requiring both fertility treatments and GYN surgical intervention.
• Endometriosis Foundation of AmericaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCIGC participates in Endometriosis Foundation of America events including the Blossom Ball and Medical Conference to advance endometriosis awareness and treatment education.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Midi Health: Virtual care platform focused on women's midlife health, including menopause, perimenopause, and hormonal conditions. Comparable to CIGC as an emerging women's health platform addressing underserved patient segments via direct-to-consumer specialty care, though not a surgical competitor.

Direct peers

• Vital Health Institute: Los Gatos, CA-based specialty practice treating endometriosis, pelvic pain, and complex GYN conditions through advanced laparoscopic excision. Comparable to CIGC in minimally invasive GYN surgery focus, integrated care model, and emphasis on second-opinion consultations.
• The Center for Endometriosis Care: Atlanta-based specialty surgical practice focused on advanced laparoscopic excision of endometriosis and related GYN conditions. Comparable to CIGC as a single-specialty surgical center with strong patient advocacy, published outcomes, and referral-driven volume.
• Pearl Women's Center: Portland, OR-based practice specializing in minimally invasive GYN surgery for fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic pain. Directly comparable to CIGC in technique-led, fellowship-trained specialty surgery positioning and DTC patient education strategy.
• Seckin Endometriosis Center: NYC-based advanced laparoscopic GYN surgical practice founded by Dr. Tamer Seckin, specializing in endometriosis excision and complex GYN surgery. Directly comparable to CIGC in clinical model, fellowship-trained surgeon focus, proprietary technique emphasis, and DTC patient acquisition.

Broad incumbents

• Hologic: Public women's health medical device company offering MyoSure and NovaSure systems for hysteroscopic fibroid and endometrial treatment. Comparable to CIGC as a broader women's health incumbent addressing fibroid and abnormal bleeding conditions through different procedural modalities.
• Intuitive Surgical: NASDAQ-listed maker of the da Vinci robotic surgical platform, dominant in hospital-based minimally invasive GYN surgery. Comparable to CIGC as the primary alternative modality in the MIS GYN space, against which CIGC explicitly positions its non-robotic DualPortGYN approach.
• CooperSurgical: Women's healthcare medical device and clinical services company serving fertility, OBGYN, and surgical specialties. Comparable to CIGC as a broad women's health incumbent addressing fibroid management and fertility-related conditions across multiple product lines.

Others

• The White Dress Project: Non-profit patient advocacy organization promoting fibroid awareness and treatment access, with which CIGC has a formal strategic partnership. Comparable as an ecosystem partner driving patient referrals and community awareness for fibroid treatment.
• Endometriosis Foundation of America: Patient advocacy and research organization advancing endometriosis awareness, with which CIGC participates in educational events and conferences. Comparable as a thematic ecosystem player that supports patient flow into specialty GYN surgical practices like CIGC.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCJqcJZ3xjvoE9cfMZdKEtNQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/Innovativegyncare
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-center-for-innovative-gyn-care
• Instagraminstagram.com/innovativegyn
• TikToktiktok.com/@innovative_gyn_care
• Xx.com/innovativegyn

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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