Dr. McHugh specializes in microscopic vasectomy reversal. He is one of the Southeast’s most experienced microscopic vasectomy reversal urologists. He utilizes a Zeiss operating microscope with microscopic instruments and sutures.
Vasectomy reversals are performed in his practice owned and accredited urological surgery center with anesthesia provided by board certified anesthesiologists. Over 500 microscopic vasectomy reversals have been performed in our surgery center since 2008.
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Phone: 770-535-0000
Email: jmchugh@gavasectomyrevesal.com
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Free Reversal Phone Consultation can be arranged by phone or contact form.
Tyler Mathis
2023-11-23
Dr. McHugh is an absolute professional. I had a consultation with a different practice last year and was basically told horror stories afterwards. Dr. McHugh made me feel 100% confident with his knowledge and ability to answer my questions and concerns thoroughly.
During the procedure, Dr. McHugh and his staff had the best bedside manner. They made sure I was still confident in our decision and made sure I was comfortable.
I would recommend Dr. McHugh’s practice to any and all my peers looking to move forward with the snip.
Brian Etress
2023-11-07
The Dr and staff are absolutely the best ever. Made an otherwise uncomfortable situation very comfortable and the level of caring for the individual is unsurpassable. Actually now feel like I have an extended family.
Casey Demore
2023-11-07
Great Experience! Everything went great! Highly recommend!
anthony schinina
2023-10-23
Just had my surgery last week so time will tell of its success. I did want to give thanks to Dr Mchugh for being so helpful and kind before my surgery. I also want to thank nurses Daphne, Becky, and Melanie for taking such good care of me pre and post op. This is my second reversal because my first one (done by another doctor) failed. If I could go back I would have come here first. I highly recommend coming to see Dr McHugh and his staff if you are considering a reversal. Thanks guys!
Alex Matthews
2023-10-21
Great staff! Super helpful and friendly.
ricardo perez jr
2023-10-16
Overall the best experience possible for a vasectomy. The staff is great and caring.
Sid Smithson
2023-10-12
Pre-op was Top notch service! Customer Service was great!
No complaints and the best 15 minutes of anesthesia I’ve had in a while🤪😁
Chris Hansel
2023-10-11
Great experience and service! I was a little apprehensive to get my vasectomy, but after the professionalism and great team they have I realized I had nothing to worry about. The communication in the time leading up to, as well as follow up was fantastic. Very informative and willing to answer any questions or concerns I might have. The procedure was extremely fast and painless for me and I would highly recommend this team to anyone looking to have this done! Thanks to everyone who made my experience great!
Vasectomy Reversal: Helping couples with the precious addition to their family.
Anderson, SC Vasectomy Reversal: Dr. McHugh specializes in microscopic vasectomy reversal. He is one of the Southeast’s most experienced microscopic vasectomy reversal urologists. He utilizes a Zeiss operating microscope with microscopic instruments and sutures. Vasectomy reversals are performed in his practice owned and accredited urological surgery center with anesthesia provided by board certified anesthesiologists. Over 500 microscopic vasectomy reversals have been performed in our surgery center since 2008.
This state licensed facility is accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. and is equipped to perform microscopic vasectomy reversals with general anesthesia.
Since one of the largest impediments to the couple desiring a vasectomy reversal is cost, having our own facility both streamlines the process and minimizes our all-inclusive fee. Not having to go to a hospital makes the procedure more efficient for the patient and makes the procedure more cost effective and affordable.
The vasectomy reversal patient can take comfort in knowing that the urologist and the anesthesiologist are board certified physicians. In addition, the procedure is performed with microscopic instrumentation in an accredited facility.
Because a vasectomy reversal is usually not covered by insurance, the patient customarily pays an all inclusive fee to the surgeon. This fee covers all of the components of having the reversal procedure such as:
The fee of the surgeon to perform the reversal.
The facility fee which includes the cost of the nurses and staffing, the facility (operating room), suture materials, the operating microscope, the anesthesiologist and the anesthesia supplies necessary to put a patient to sleep.
The cost of overnight accommodations (if necessary).
At Northeast Georgia Urological Associates our facility is accredited and owned by our practice which in turn allows our all inclusive fee to be much less expensive than if a hospital were used. Dr. McHugh and our anesthesiologists are board certified.
The all inclusive cost for a microscopic vasectomy reversal at the Northeast Georgia Ambulatory Surgery Center is $7,200.00 and includes board certified anesthesia. Considering the facility where the procedure is performed, the safety and confidence in knowing there will be board certified physicians managing your care and the experience of the surgeon-we believe our all inclusive fee represents the most cost effective vasectomy reversal in Georgia.
Call 770.535.0000 or email: jmchugh@gavasectomyreversal.com for more information or to schedule a free consultation. CareCredit is an option for couples preferring to pay with a medical credit card.
Vasectomy Reversal Factors for Success
After inquiring about cost, the most common question the couple seeking information about a vasectomy reversal is, “What is the success rate?”
The three factors that have the most important impact on the success of a vasectomy reversal are: The number of years since the vasectomy was performed, the skill and experience of the surgeon, and the findings at the time of surgery (the quality of the fluid). These factors will be discussed in detail at the time of the free phone consultation.
Vasectomy Reversal Success Rates:
Less than 3 years Patency 97% Pregnancy 76%
3-8 years Patency 88% Pregnancy 53%
9-14 years Patency 79% Pregnancy 44%
Greater than 15 years Patency 71% Pregnancy 30%
Belker AM, et al. Results of 1,469 microsurgical vasectomy reversals by the Vasovasostomy Study Group. Journal of Urology 1991; 145(3):505-11.
So you see the answer to the question, “What is the success rate?” is a complicated one. If the male after a vasectomy reversal has sperm in his ejaculate, that does not necessarily mean that the couple will achieve pregnancy. The time it takes for sperm to regain its former motility and number varies as well. Then of course as a backdrop to all of these issues are the normal impediments to pregnancy that all couples face. This is why in the chart above, you see the disparity between the presence of sperm in the ejaculate (patency) and having enough sperm to achieve pregnancy.
Using an operating microscope, suture the size of hair (9-0 Nylon) is used to align the lumen of the vas tubes. Dr. McHugh uses the Modified Two-Layer technique. The first layer joins both the outside of the vas and the lumen (the channel that carries the sperm).
The second layer joins the outside of each of the vas tubes. This method provides for both the proper alignment of the lumen as well as support of the repair ensuring a tension free anastomosis. Studies have shown that this technique has similar success rates as other methods which take longer to perform and can incur a greater expense. A total of 12-14 sutures are placed on each side. The procedure generally lasts two hours. The entire time spent at our facility is usually around 3 hours.
“Dr. McHugh is incredible. Wonderfully personable and terrific bedside manner. Made me feel comfortable through the entire process while maintaining the highest form of professionalism. Highly recommend!” JS
The vast majority of our patients are from outside of the Gainesville area. For patients requiring an overnight stay, accommodations at one of Gainesville’s hotels are included in our all inclusive price.
Click picture below to see a Reversal Slide Show with explanatory notes.
Vasectomy Reversal Happiness
“Dr. McHugh we wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts! You reversed my husbands 5 year old vasectomy 9/29/22 and our son was born 9/10/23! We are so grateful.”
Meet Theo!
“Hey Doc!!!
Back in Jan 2019 you reversed my vasectomy. In March or his year our new baby finally arrived. Thank you for what you’ve done for us, and what you do every day. And, meet Leo….”
Worth the Wait!
“Good afternoon. I had my reversal done May 2022. We now have a very healthy, beautiful little girl. Born 8/21/23!”
A honey of a Georgia reversal success!
” I was one of Dr McHughs patients about 1 year ago. I was emailing to let you all know the operation was a success. We now have a one week old baby boy. Thank you all for everything! ” D.C.
A Reversal “Thumbs Up!”
Kalani was born December 31, 2022 at home under the care of a midwife and nurse at 8:11 pm. It was magical as the fireworks from the New Years celebrations exploded outside along the Florida coastline on a foggy sort of mystical night. Our boys are so in love with their baby sister!
No need to test a specimen…We’re Pregnant!
Atlanta GA Vasectomy Reversal Success! Thank you picture and congratulations!
Vasectomy Reversal Success
Cooper Knox
Vasectomy Reversal Success!
Thanks for coming by the office with the blessed news…on your way home from the hospital! Congratulations.
Blessed vasectomy reversal success!
“Seven months after the vasectomy we were expecting our new daughter. We cannot thank the practice enough and highly recommend them!”
Our little Pumpkin!
Dr. McHugh, my husband had his vasectomy reversed 10/7/21 and we had our sweet baby girl 9/29/22!! Here’s some pictures of our beautiful girl. H.S.
Wonderful Addition!
Vasectomy Reversal
Thank you so much for my husband’s successful reversal that you performed in October 2021. We found out we were expecting in the beginning of January and our son was born on September 7th.
Jen and Kristafur
Thankful for Dr. McHugh’s talent and the whole experience!
Dr. McHugh is very thorough and answered any questions we had prior to surgery. His team was very kind and thorough post surgery as well, following up via phone and email to be sure my husband had the best recovery he could. Our chances for conceiving were less than 50% and we just had our daughter a month before the one year mark from surgery. Leanna T. September 2022
“A beautiful gift from God”
Thank you for the 5 Star Vasectomy Reviews.
Vasectomy Reversal: 0 Sperm to 66 Million!
Reversal easier than the vasectomy? Thank you!
Reversal success times two!
We try to make it “fun!”
“Dr. McHugh is loads of fun. Really nice guy. Excellent staff. Easy, short, and (mostly) painless procedure. Great practice here.” D.D.
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. Enjoyed comparing “Beatles Trivia!” I hope you do well. John McHugh
Happy result in Tennessee!
This is Shawn and Jayna Porter. We are writing to let you all know that surgery was a success and we’d like to send you all pictures of our new addition! Harper Quinn Porter.
Thank you back!
Dr. McHugh and his wonderful staff are without a doubt the best in the industry.
“You and your staff were wonderful! I love the relaxed and laid back atmosphere that y’all provided especially the Music! Definitely helped my anxiety. Thank you.”
Blessing after ten year successful vasectomy reversal!
I appreciate everyone’s friendliness and kindness during the multiple office visits and surgery center procedure. Thank you for the good care you gave me!
P.H.
Even after a miscarriage, with time, prayers and of course a great surgeon we now have a healthy 7lbs 2oz baby boy! Thank you.
After extensive research, we found that the technique performed by Dr. McHugh was the best fit for us. It was the least invasive, and offered the fastest recovery. Dr. McHugh & his team delivered a high caliber of service & comfort for me, & I am extremely thankful for his practice.
Naomi was born just 12 months after having my surgery, & we couldn’t be happier with our newest addition!
R.P.
Thank you Dr. McHugh and staff!
Welcome…Ella Grace.
Success!
Thanks for dropping by!
What a delightful surprise!
Dr. McHugh is the best! Our family was also blessed by his surgical expertise.
Fantastic bedside manner, office and surgical staff were top notch. This coming from a nurse of 12 years. I was never nervous or uncomfortable. (Microscopic Vasectomy Reversal)
Stephen
Thank you!
I had my vasectomy reversal in February 2018 and my wife got pregnant in May 2018, only 3 months later! The service and attention received before, during and after the procedure was excellent. The team was very warm and super easy to work with.
My wife and I are happy to announce that we are now expecting in March of 2020. This wouldn’t be possible without Dr. McHugh and his amazing staff! Thank y’all!
We are happy to report that we are pregnant! Thank you to all of you who participated in our care, especially Dr. McHugh. We are so pleased and excited.
With time, prayers and of course a great surgeon we now have a healthy baby boy! Thank you!
Twice as Nice!
My husband asked questions ahead of time and from friends that previously had the procedure. He felt confident going in and completely comfortable during the procedure. Highly recommend them.
Dr. McHugh is the one you should see. We HIGHLY recommend him! Thank you so much again to him and all of his staff. INCREDIBLE!
Pretty in Pink
Another happy reversal result!
Tyler Mathis
2023-11-23
Dr. McHugh is an absolute professional. I had a consultation with a different practice last year and was basically told horror stories afterwards. Dr. McHugh made me feel 100% confident with his knowledge and ability to answer my questions and concerns thoroughly.
During the procedure, Dr. McHugh and his staff had the best bedside manner. They made sure I was still confident in our decision and made sure I was comfortable.
I would recommend Dr. McHugh’s practice to any and all my peers looking to move forward with the snip.
Brian Etress
2023-11-07
The Dr and staff are absolutely the best ever. Made an otherwise uncomfortable situation very comfortable and the level of caring for the individual is unsurpassable. Actually now feel like I have an extended family.
Casey Demore
2023-11-07
Great Experience! Everything went great! Highly recommend!
anthony schinina
2023-10-23
Just had my surgery last week so time will tell of its success. I did want to give thanks to Dr Mchugh for being so helpful and kind before my surgery. I also want to thank nurses Daphne, Becky, and Melanie for taking such good care of me pre and post op. This is my second reversal because my first one (done by another doctor) failed. If I could go back I would have come here first. I highly recommend coming to see Dr McHugh and his staff if you are considering a reversal. Thanks guys!
Alex Matthews
2023-10-21
Great staff! Super helpful and friendly.
ricardo perez jr
2023-10-16
Overall the best experience possible for a vasectomy. The staff is great and caring.
Sid Smithson
2023-10-12
Pre-op was Top notch service! Customer Service was great!
No complaints and the best 15 minutes of anesthesia I’ve had in a while🤪😁
Chris Hansel
2023-10-11
Great experience and service! I was a little apprehensive to get my vasectomy, but after the professionalism and great team they have I realized I had nothing to worry about. The communication in the time leading up to, as well as follow up was fantastic. Very informative and willing to answer any questions or concerns I might have. The procedure was extremely fast and painless for me and I would highly recommend this team to anyone looking to have this done! Thanks to everyone who made my experience great!
Success rate of a microscopic vasectomy reversal depends largely on three factors: the number of years since the vasectomy, the skill and experience of the surgeon and the findings at the time of performing the procedure.
Dr. McHugh is Georgia’s most experienced vasectomy and microscopic vasectomy reversal urologist.
Want to learn more about a microscopic vasectomy reversal? Schedule a free phone consultation with Dr. McHugh.
Call: 770-535-0000
Email: jmchugh@gavasectomyreversal.com
Contact Form-We respond promptly!
Tyler Mathis
2023-11-23
Dr. McHugh is an absolute professional. I had a consultation with a different practice last year and was basically told horror stories afterwards. Dr. McHugh made me feel 100% confident with his knowledge and ability to answer my questions and concerns thoroughly.
During the procedure, Dr. McHugh and his staff had the best bedside manner. They made sure I was still confident in our decision and made sure I was comfortable.
I would recommend Dr. McHugh’s practice to any and all my peers looking to move forward with the snip.
Brian Etress
2023-11-07
The Dr and staff are absolutely the best ever. Made an otherwise uncomfortable situation very comfortable and the level of caring for the individual is unsurpassable. Actually now feel like I have an extended family.
Casey Demore
2023-11-07
Great Experience! Everything went great! Highly recommend!
anthony schinina
2023-10-23
Just had my surgery last week so time will tell of its success. I did want to give thanks to Dr Mchugh for being so helpful and kind before my surgery. I also want to thank nurses Daphne, Becky, and Melanie for taking such good care of me pre and post op. This is my second reversal because my first one (done by another doctor) failed. If I could go back I would have come here first. I highly recommend coming to see Dr McHugh and his staff if you are considering a reversal. Thanks guys!
Alex Matthews
2023-10-21
Great staff! Super helpful and friendly.
ricardo perez jr
2023-10-16
Overall the best experience possible for a vasectomy. The staff is great and caring.
Sid Smithson
2023-10-12
Pre-op was Top notch service! Customer Service was great!
No complaints and the best 15 minutes of anesthesia I’ve had in a while🤪😁
Chris Hansel
2023-10-11
Great experience and service! I was a little apprehensive to get my vasectomy, but after the professionalism and great team they have I realized I had nothing to worry about. The communication in the time leading up to, as well as follow up was fantastic. Very informative and willing to answer any questions or concerns I might have. The procedure was extremely fast and painless for me and I would highly recommend this team to anyone looking to have this done! Thanks to everyone who made my experience great!
Date of Vasectomy Reversal by Dr. McHugh – May 2021
Date of post reversal semen analysis- December 2021
Number of sperm seen-98 million
Number of sperm necessary for pregnancy-20 million
Motility-65%
Assessment-A good start!
The road to a successful pregnancy after a vasectomy reversal is convoluted journey. The above semen analysis is a wonderful start and confirms that the procedure was successful and that the patient’s testicles adapted to being obstructed for the 11 years. Now the normal impediments to pregnancy common to all couples becomes a factor. Considering all the factors, this is very favorable in culminating in a successful pregnancy. We wish the couple a happy outcome and appreciate the opportunity in participating by way of a microscopic vasectomy reversal.
The Lewis and Clark expedition took 2 years, 4 months and ten days, but it should not take you that long to figure out where you should have your vasectomy or microscopic vasectomy done.
Board certified anesthesia, board certified urologist, practice owned accredited urological surgery center and over 30 years of experience are all good reasons help you “Discover” your urologist.
Bullet points/instructions for the post vasectomy reversal operative period:
You can shower but for the first two to three days, don’t let water hit the operative site directly.
A thin layer of Neosporin over the suture sites daily is recommended.
A formal dressing is not required but one 4×4 gauze between underwear and the sutures may be more comfortable.
The sutures dissolve-but not all at the same time. Some separation of the skin in areas is not uncommon and resolves.
The feeling of a “lump” under the skin above either testicle is not uncommon, this is where the body is reacting to the surgical procedure. (It is not uncommon to have this on one side but not the other.)
Compression underwear for three weeks. (This is preferred to the traditional “jock strap.”)
No sexual activity for three weeks. Slowly returning to your normal exercise at that time can resume as well.
The more you can be off your feet the first week following the procedure the less swelling you will have. Some bruising of the skin around the suture sites is common.
Patients can walk and even drive if necessary after 5 days if wearing compression underwear and being careful. Again, the more you are off your feet the better.
The testicles begin producing normal sperm again in 4-6 months, depending on the length of time from the vasectomy. (The longer the interval from the vasectomy, the slower return to sperm production.)
If you desire to have an evaluation of a semen specimen to check for the presence of sperm, one would wait until the 4-6 month period after the reversal. The presence of sperm is a very good sign, however it is not unusual for a longer interval is required for the return of sperm. A specimen can be given to our office and can be quickly evaluated for the presence of sperm. If a formal semen analysis is desired which provides an actual count of sperm, an order can be placed to your local hospital negating having to travel to Gainesville.
If pregnancy occurs, it is usually in the 6-18 month time frame.
If pregnancy occurs…we’d appreciate a picture.
Finally…we appreciate the opportunity to participate in your care.
Georgia’s most experienced No Scalpel Vasectomy and Microscopic Vasectomy Reversal urologist.
Vasectomy Reversal
