Women’s Health Center

Women’s health centers assemble expert teams of healthcare providers to diagnose and treat complex medical issues affecting female patients. This may include obstetricians, gynecologists, and subspecialists working collaboratively to provide tailored care with open communication channels between members.

Two studies found that patients in women’s health clinics reported greater satisfaction with their care than patients at general medicine clinics for various reasons. Here are a few.

OB/GYN Care

An OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist) is a medical doctor specializing in women’s healthcare, specifically their reproductive organs such as breasts, uterus, and cervix.

After four years of medical school, newly graduated physicians can choose to specialize in obstetrics or gynecology or develop both specializations simultaneously. Gynecologists treat diseases and conditions affecting female reproductive systems, from menstrual problems to infertility and cancer. At the same time, they may also conduct health screenings such as Pap tests and mammograms and provide recommendations or prescriptions for birth control.

OB/GYNs offer many surgical procedures in-office, from minor in-vitro fertilization procedures and device insertion to more severe issues like pelvic pain, bladder disorders, urinary incontinence, and sexually transmitted infections.

Due to their specialized education and expertise, OB/GYNs tend to be better prepared than general practitioners or family physicians in handling pregnancy and childbirth issues. Furthermore, they typically possess more experience handling high-risk pregnancies.

Many women are referred to an OB/GYN by their primary care doctors, although patients can also make appointments directly with these specialists. A good visit, which involves an annual examination by an OB/GYN, consists of the doctor assessing critical aspects of health, including weight and blood pressure; depending on her age, she may also undergo pelvic exams or receive a Pap test.

Women for Women OB/GYN Clinic is well equipped to meet all of your women’s health needs, from prenatal care and delivery through menopause. If you’re interested in becoming an OB/GYN professional, Ross University School of Medicine offers an outstanding program that prepares graduates for residency positions.

Pregnancy Care

Women’s health centers specialize in medical care for all stages of pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. Usually staffed by specialists such as gynecologists or obstetricians to meet this demand for health services.

Women’s health centers may also feature nurse midwives who can aid in the delivery process. Depending on a woman’s situation and insurance coverage, some of these centers may provide free or low-cost prenatal care or information about getting family planning services such as condoms or STI screening through Planned Parenthood or community health centers.

Gynecological health care is an integral component of every woman’s life. Most women begin seeing a gynecologist or doctor specializing in gynecology shortly after experiencing their first period or starting sexual activity. Following annual well-woman visits, an established relationship between physician and patient allows a physician to discuss all sorts of gynecologic issues like abnormal bleeding/periods/intercourse pain/infertility/menopause symptoms/and any other issues/health conditions/issues related to women’s health.

Saint Peters University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ, provides an innovative Centering Pregnancy program that brings pregnant women out of exam rooms and into small groups to discuss health concerns with healthcare providers and other pregnant women. Studies have revealed that this group-based approach to gynecological care improves pregnancy health outcomes; furthermore, women’s health centers may offer advice and education regarding birth control methods, breastfeeding support, and nutrition during gestation. Likewise, they may provide social work referrals or financial counseling if necessary.

Menopause Care

Menopause occurs when women no longer produce high levels of estrogen and progesterone hormones in their bodies, typically between 50-60 years of age, although some women may start experiencing symptoms associated with perimenopause–hot flashes and PMS-like issues–as early as their 40s.

Our gynecologists can assist in relieving symptoms and decreasing discomfort by prescribing medications such as hormone therapy, vaginal lubricants, nutritional modifications, and lifestyle adjustments. They may also recommend natural treatments explicitly tailored to your needs – herbal supplements and acupuncture might be ideal solutions.

At Alternative and Integrative Medicine Centers of Northern Nevada, our specialists offer alternative and integrative medicine practices that can help manage menopause symptoms effectively. Research shows that meditation, relaxation techniques, and eating healthy food can all help alleviate stress while improving mood.

Women undergoing cancer treatments may experience menopausal symptoms due to radiation or chemotherapy, increasing their risk for specific health problems such as osteoporosis. Our team offers various therapies to alleviate these symptoms and can work with you throughout your lifetime to manage them successfully.

Women’s health specialists at Mayo Clinic understand the unique conditions affecting women at every stage of life and are committed to providing personalized and supportive care in an encouraging environment. Our multispecialty teams include obstetricians and gynecologists, subspecialists, and women’s health nurses who offer comprehensive evaluation and treatment of conditions affecting women, such as osteoporosis, thyroid diseases, breast diseases, and endometriosis. Mayo Clinic experts are available at over 60 Minnesota, Iowa, and Florida sites to offer expert medical advice and specialized treatments at over 60 locations. Backed by Mayo’s extensive research efforts and innovative technologies, they provide patients with diagnostic services, advanced surgical procedures, and other specialized therapies.

In-Office Ultrasounds

Women often turn to ultrasound imaging or sonography for their first glimpse at their unborn baby. Ultrasound (sonography) uses high-frequency sound waves to generate pictures of internal structures on a computer screen. Dr. Quinsey and his staff offer ultrasound services in his office, so you don’t have to travel far for this critical test. For an ultrasound, Dr. Quinsey applies gel on your abdomen before placing a handheld transducer device onto its surface – sending sound waves that bounce off bodies before returning them into a machine – creating images on computer screens worldwide!

Ultrasound can help diagnose numerous conditions, from pelvic pain and abnormal menstruation bleeding to showing your uterine lining (ectopic pregnancy), fibroids, tumors, cysts, and irregularities not visible during a standard pelvic exam. Ultrasounds also aid in identifying whether a fetus is in its intended breech or breach position in your womb.

Physicians have long relied on ultrasound technology for diagnosing their patients, but until recently, it often required referral and travel to an outside imaging center. With point-of-care ultrasound services in their offices, gynecologists can offer ultrasound examinations more quickly while increasing patient satisfaction.

Weight Management

Women’s health centers provide comprehensive gynecological care and wellness services for women of all ages. In addition to this, they often offer weight management services such as diet and exercise programs, nutritional consulting, and weight loss treatments. Many were established during the feminist health movement of the 1970s as alternative healthcare facilities aimed at challenging the medicalization of female bodies while providing alternatives such as for-profit care facilities or not-for-profit NGOs.