You may be uncomfortable bringing up your sexual and reproductive issues with your gynecologist. But can you really tell another person you don’t know well about the women’s health problem you think Read More
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Will I Still Need to See an Obstetrician After Giving Birth?
In the past, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommended that women visit their obstetricians or maternal care provider for a checkup within the first 6 weeks after Read More
What Happens at Your First Obstetrician Appointment?
You just took a home pregnancy test, and it’s showing two lines – congratulations! So, what do you do next? Should you start shopping for baby clothes or preparing your baby’s nursery? Your best Read More
7 Tips for Picking a Great Obstetrician
Whether you are planning for pregnancy, trying to conceive, or are already expecting, choosing who to trust with your care is an important decision. An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in Read More
Treatments Available for Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a disorder in which functioning (not dormant) endometrial-like tissue begins to grow in a place of the body other than the uterus. The problem is that it continues to grow, thicken, Read More
Can You Use Your Gynecologist as a Primary Care Physician?
With time spent doing errands, going to work, taking care of family, and staying active, many busy women don’t have the time to spend going to multiple doctors – but almost every woman has a Read More
What is the difference between OB/GYN and gynecology?
Many people think OB/GYN and gynecology are the same thing. This is not true! An OB/GYN encompasses two specialties – obstetrics and gynecology – while gynecologists specialize in gynecology only. Read More
What Is Endometriosis and What Can Be Done?
Endometriosis occurs when the endometrium, which is the lining of the uterus, grows outside of its normal location. The problem is that its usual processes of thickening, shedding, and bleeding still Read More
How to Talk to Your Gynecologist About Urinary Incontinence
Men tend to go to their urologist – sometimes almost treating them like their general practitioner rather than a specialist – and women similarly tend to go to their gynecologist for their medical Read More