Frequently Asked Questions

General Info

La Jolla Location
4150 Regents Park Row #230
La Jolla, CA 92037
Encinitas Location
777 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
Murrieta Location
35100 Makena Ave #102
Murrieta, CA 92563
📞 Call (858) 868-7109 to schedule a visit.
Dr. Spring-Robinson is the Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at UMD. She specializes in endometriosis excision, complex gynecologic conditions, robotic surgery, and advanced minimally invasive procedures.
📞 Call (858) 868-7109 to schedule a visit.
📠 Fax referrals to (858) 868-7105

We are one of the few specialized endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery practices that continues to accept insurance. Our billing team will help you verify coverage prior to your visit.
Dr. Spring-Robinson is in-network with:
- Aetna PPO
- Blue Cross PPO
- Blue Shield PPO
- Cigna PPO
- Health Net PPO
- TRICARE
- Medicare
- United Healthcare PPO
We are actively working on approvals for other major payors. If your insurance is not yet listed, we are logging patient requests and will reach out once new approvals are finalized.
Yes, we offer self-pay options for consultations and procedures. Please call our office at (858) 868-7109 to discuss details.
We are actively working on approvals for additional insurance plans.
To stay updated, we recommend subscribing to our mailing list. Our team is tracking patient inquiries and will notify you as soon as new payors are approved.
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If you have specific questions regarding your insurance or self-pay options, please call our office at (858) 868-7109.

We specialize in advanced gynecologic conditions, including:
- Endometriosis (all stages, including deep infiltrating)
- Fibroids
- Adenomyosis
- Pelvic pain
- Ovarian cysts
- Abnormal bleeding
- Hormonal imbalance and menopausal care
Robotic-assisted surgery allows for precise, minimally invasive treatment of complex gynecologic conditions. Using advanced technology, Dr. Spring-Robinson can perform delicate procedures through small incisions, resulting in reduced pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes.
Recovery varies by patient and procedure. Many women return to light activities within 2–4 weeks, but full healing (especially for complex or multi-organ endometriosis) can take longer. Each recovery plan is personalized based on the extent of surgery and your overall health.
Yes. Fertility preservation is always considered when appropriate and desired by the patient. Our approach focuses on excision (removal) of disease while preserving healthy reproductive tissue whenever possible.

For more details about visit structure, appointment timing, and what to expect, please visit our Your Visit & Appointment Policy page.

Our practice focuses on complex gynecologic and endometriosis care, which often involves detailed histories, imaging review, procedures, and thoughtful planning. To provide every patient with focused, high-quality care, visits are scheduled with defined timeframes.
This structure allows us to give each patient our full attention while remaining fair to others who may have waited months for their appointment. If more time is needed, we are always happy to schedule a follow-up visit to continue the conversation.
It’s very common for patients to have many questions, especially when navigating complex or long-standing symptoms. During your visit, we will focus on your most important concerns and outline next steps.
If additional discussion or planning is needed, we will schedule a follow-up visit to ensure your care remains thoughtful and unhurried. Our goal is never to rush care, but to deliver it in a way that is thorough and sustainable.
Despite careful scheduling, delays can occasionally occur due to urgent or complex cases, hospital or surgical responsibilities, or in-office procedures that require additional attention.
When this happens, it’s because a patient needed extra care — the same care and compassion we would extend to you if needed. We appreciate your understanding and encourage patients to plan with some flexibility.

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We do not automatically receive medical records from SDWH. If you are transitioning care, you may request a copy of your records from SDWH to bring to your appointment at United Medical Doctors or have it faxed to (858) 868-7105.