Dr. Odom has been in private practice in Columbia since 1987. He enjoys obstetrics and believes that life begins at conception with every newborn being a gift from God. He feels that all diagnoses and treatments are a partnership between the patient and physician. He attempts to listen to his patients and educate them regarding options available to them. He seeks to solve their problems in the simplest way possible. However, if surgery is indicated he offers the latest in minimally invasive surgical options including endometrial ablation, Essure, and Adiana for permanent sterilization. His clinical interests include minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery including the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System, laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, urogynecology, and menopause. He also participates in Clinical Research Trials as a Certified Clinical Investigator.