How to Prepare for Your First UFE Consultation

A step-by-step checklist for your first appointment at MIVA Medical — from Kansas City Fibroid Center, a MIVA Medical specialty site.

Booking your first consultation for Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been dealing with fibroid symptoms for a while without a clear answer. Knowing what to bring and what to expect can make that first visit far more productive.

What to Bring

• Prior imaging. If you’ve already had a pelvic ultrasound or MRI, bring copies (or have your doctor’s office send them ahead of time). This can save you from needing a repeat scan.
• A symptom timeline. Jot down when your symptoms started, how they’ve changed, and how they affect your daily life — work, sleep, exercise, or intimacy.
• A current medication list. Include prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and supplements, especially blood thinners.
• Your menstrual history. Cycle length, flow heaviness, and any recent changes are all useful details.
• Insurance information. MIVA Medical’s team will verify your specific UFE coverage before scheduling treatment.

Questions Worth Asking

• Based on my imaging, am I a good candidate for UFE?
• How many fibroids do I have, and what size are they?
• What would recovery look like for my specific case?
• How might this affect my fertility, if that’s a concern for me?
• What’s the next step if I decide to move forward?

What Happens During the Visit

Your MIVA Medical consultation typically includes a review of your symptoms and history, a discussion of your imaging (existing or newly ordered), and a conversation about whether UFE — or another treatment path — makes the most sense for your goals. There’s no pressure to decide on the spot; the goal is to leave with a clear picture of your options.

Want to learn more first? Read our full overview of UFE, or visit the complete UFE service page on MIVA Medical’s main site.