Incisionless Single-site Hysterectomy
Many women undergo hysterectomies every year to remove part or all of their reproductive organs. The reasons vary from uterine fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse, and
Annual Exams
Annual gynecological exams are preventative tools available to help women identify and treat complications that pose a threat to their health as early as possible.
Hysterectomy
Hysterectomies are routine gynecological procedures used to remove a woman’s uterus and sometimes her ovaries and fallopian tubes as well. When the uterus is removed,
Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of life as normal as menstruation or having a baby. All women eventually enter menopause though some sooner than later. When
Ovarian Tumors
The ovaries are small organs that help regulate the reproductive processes in women. Most women are born with two ovaries – one on each side
Family Planning
Many people dream of having families – usually in a specific time frame. Couples often prefer to plan the timing of their children’s births around
What to Expect at Your Annual Exam
Did you know that it is recommended to have a well-woman examination performed every year in addition to your yearly physical? Just like an annual
What is Endometriosis?
Did you know that the leading cause of infertility in women is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where the inner lining of the uterus, known
The Top 5 Family Planning Options
Starting a family is an exciting endeavor for many. However, starting a family when you are not ready can be terrifying and stressful. For this
What You Need to Know About HPV
Did you know that, according to the American Cancer Society, about 14 million people are infected with HPV every year? HPV, or human papillomavirus, is
Things That Can Affect Your Birth Control
For many women, birth control has numerous benefits such as allowing women more flexibility in family planning options to regulating hormones. However, these benefits are
What is a Pessary?
Did you know that women are twice as likely as men to experience urinary incontinence? Although many women who experience urinary incontinence are ashamed to
Why Has My Period Stopped?
Menstruation is an experience that is uniquely female. It starts with puberty and continues all the way until menopause. For many women, monthly periods are
Uterine Prolapse: Do You Need Surgery?
Uterine prolapse is a common condition that affects women, especially those over the age of 50. It is characterized by the uterus falling toward or
Reasons for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
For many women, Aunt Flo arrives every month for her 3-7 day visit. However, some women may find Aunt Flo more unbearable than others. One
Things that Can Cause Infertility
Struggling to conceive can be both frustrating and emotional. As many as 10-15% of American couples are eventually diagnosed with infertility, or the inability to
Is a Hysterectomy Right for You?
Did you know that a hysterectomy is the second most commonly performed surgery on women? As many as 500,000 women in the United States have
New Contraceptive Patch: Twirla
This past Valentine’s Day, the Food and Drug Association approved a new method of birth control from a company called Agile Therapeutics, Inc. Although the
UTI Myths
Did you know that one in every five women will have at least one urinary tract infection during their lifetime? Urinary tract infections are more
Should You Be Worried About an Ovarian Cyst?
Ovarian cysts are small fluid-filled sacs that can form on your ovaries. They are very common and affect as many as 3 million women every