Dr.Andrea Pezzella is a specialty trained Urogynecologist, double board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive surgery. She earned her Medical Degree from St. Louis University and completed her residency in OB/GYN at Hartford Hospital in Hartford Connecticut. She completed her urogynecological training at Fallon Clinic, Inc, of Worcester, MA., co-directed the Urogynecology Clinic there, where she practiced in her hometown for 7 years. Dr. Pezzella continues to further her surgical and medical education with advanced training in pelvic floor surgery and Robotic technology. She performs clinical research in her practice engaging in cutting-edge technology and participating in clinical trials. Dr. Pezzella is a strong Key Opinion Leader in the field of Urogynecology. She is a proctor and clinical trainer for many surgical device procedures including Coloplast and Medtronic as well as participates in pharmaceutical speakers’ bureaus as a lead speaker and Key Opinion Leader for several pharmaceutical companies. Dr. Pezzella relocated to Columbia, SC for a unique opportunity in her career. With a dream and a passion to help women. She joined a private Women’s center where her goal was to bring Urogynecology specialty to the Columbia metropolitan area. In the pursuit of her dream, in 2010, Dr. Pezzella founded Southern Urogynecology, The Center for Incontinence and Female Pelvic Medicine, a unique, state of the Art practice exclusively designed for women with female pelvic disorders and urinary issues. Southern Urogynecology is the first and only center of its kind in the Midlands to offer a variety of treatments for pelvic floor disorders such a pelvic organ prolapse and urinary symptoms including, urinary frequency, urgency, nighttime voiding and incomplete emptying as well as cosmetic gynecology. Dr. Pezzella has dedicated her training to the health and well-being of women. Having advanced training in pelvic floor reconstruction and cosmetic gynecology, she strives to educate women about the urinary and gynecologic changes associated with aging and can provide specialized treatment plans for female pelvic-related problems. Dr. Pezzella’s highest priority is improving the quality of life of her patients and believes that it is a privilege to help women live their lives without the burden of pelvic floor conditions as well as menopausal/post-menopausal symptoms. Since the introduction of innovative laser technology for pelvic and vaginal health in 2015 with the advancement in cosmetic gynecology and the Mona Lisa CO2 laser as well as radiofrequency, it was a seamless transition to begin to offer laser therapies for both facial aesthetics and body contouring. There was also a tremendous need for these women seeking hormonal balance, and ways to feel better in their daily lives, whether it be a sleep disorder, physical energy, and/or sexual desire, women were searching for help. Her vision was to create an all-encompassing center with comprehensive care for the complete mature female and improve their quality of life. In August 2017, SU Wellness and Aesthetics was developed as a complementary division to the center. Serving in a Women’s Health Care profession for over 20 years, she has dedicated herself to listening to women and how their female medical issues have such an impact on their quality of life. Besides running a busy practice, Dr. Pezzella spends her time with her husband, Vince Vismara, MD, and 2 teenagers, Luke (14) and Isabella (17). She enjoys traveling with family and friends, exercise including kettlebells and spin, summers on Cape Cod, cooking and wine tasting.