General Practitioners

• Primary Care
  It is your responsibility to inform your clinic of any changes to your billing or insurance information. If your insurance company requires a referral form or authorization, you must obtain this from your primary care provider or insurance company prior to your visit. Clinic Sofia may require your assistance to resolve non-payment issues with your insurance provider. You are responsible for any portion of a bill that is denied or is not covered by your insurance provider, or if your provider does not pay within a reasonable period. Patient account balances are due within 30 days of receipt of the billing statement.
• Constipation
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  Most bloating and stomach pain is caused by excess intestinal gas related to eating too fast, a food intolerance or a large meal. It can also result from the menstrual cycle, swallowing air when you chew gum or drink carbonated beverages, constipation, weight gain, reflux and irritable bowel syndrome. Generally, bloating is not a cause for concern and will resolve on its own. Read More
• Immunizations
  Each August, National Immunization Month reminds that vaccinations are not just for kids. Vaccinations can help prevent dangerous and deadly diseases, and back-to-school physicals offer an opportunity to ensure your family is up-to-date on immunizations. Read More

Gynecologists

• Gynecology
  Dr. Erin Stevens recently contributed a column to Minnesota Parent to help prepare teens (and parents) for a first gynecology visit. She addresses questions such as when teens may need their first appointment and what to expect.
• Female Infertility
• Obstetrics
• Endometriosis
  If you are still unable to conceive after several cycles with the above treatment options, you may consider additional testing and treatment. Your caregiver may recommend a HysteroSalpingoGram (HSG), which involves placing an iodine-based dye through the cervix and taking x-rays to help evaluate the shape of the uterus and whether or not the fallopian tubes are open or blocked. Your caregiver may also suggest surgical procedures to diagnose issues such as endometriosis, polyps, or fibroids.
• Pelvic Pain
  In addition to vulvodynia, chronic pelvic pain without an identifiable cause, and vaginismus, involuntary muscle contraction of the pelvic floor and difficulty allowing vaginal penetration, pelvic pain can spring from a variety of issues. For example, endometriosis, urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases and fibroids can all contribute to pelvic pain. Read More
• Pregnancy
• Labor and Delivery
  Women who suffer from vaginal discomfort due to pregnancy or childbirth as well as menopause and breast cancer now have a treatment option available at Clinic Sofia. The MonaLisa Touch, a minimally invasive laser treatment, is a non-surgical way to help women achieve optimal vaginal health and combat vaginal atrophy with no side effects, pain or down time. It can reduce incontinence, increase sexual pleasure and enhance quality of life. Read More

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  At Clinic Sofia, we allow two guests of any age to accompany you to your appointments. For ultrasound appointments, we allow one guest over the age of 18 to accompany you to your appointments. Masking is not required.

Surgeons

• Vasectomy
  Once you are done childbearing, you may choose to prevent future pregnancies. When you want to know your permanent sterilization options, please ask your caregiver about Essure, laparoscopic tubal ligation, and vasectomy.
• Hysterectomy
  “I’m a 55 year old women who had to have a Hysterectomy in my late 40’s for medical reasons. Since then I have experienced vaginal dryness, incontinence, and less of a sex drive. I’ve tried creams, estrogen patch, and vaginal ring only to be disappointed. They were messy and the patch made me bloat. So needless to say I was excited to learn more about Mona Lisa Touch that Clinic Sofia was investing in. I recently finished three treatments and have noticed a significant difference. Regarding the changes, my vagina feels plumper and the dryness is so much better. Also my incontinence has improved too, I can actually hold my bladder longer. And sex is better- more intense! To sum it all up I feel more like a women and sexier. Just because we are in our 50’s we are not through enjoying sex or feeling sexy. I believe this is game changer! I would highly recommend the Mona Lisa Touch procedure and I personally feel it is worth the money spent. Not to mention Dr. Krahl was great through the entire process. Thank You!” – T.S.
• Endometrial Ablation
  Endometrial ablation is the removal of the tissue lining the uterus using heat. The uterus itself will remain intact. It will prevent further blood loss by decreasing period flow or stopping future menstrual periods. Ablation is best suited for post-menopausal women who suffer from heavy bleeding. Endometrial ablation is typically performed in the hospital.
• Laparoscopy
  A laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure done in the hospital. Laparoscopic incisions are very small, usually a few milimeters in length. There may be many scenarios in which your caregiver will perform a laparoscopy. If you need a laparoscopy, your provider will use small tools to remove cysts, scar tissue, endometriosis, or other problems. It may also help your caregiver diagnose infertility by checking your fallopian tubes. A laparoscopy is done under general anesthesia at the hospital.

Plastic Surgeons

• Plastic Surgery
  You may have heard about vaginal rejuvenation in the media or through local plastic surgery clinics. Recognizing that the vagina can stretch and change following pregnancy, childbirth and menopause, various procedures may help increase elasticity in the vaginal wall while enhancing moisture in the case of dryness and overall sexual satisfaction. Some procedures can also help with urinary stress incontinence. Read More

Dermatologists

• Cyst