Well Woman Exams
Prevention is the first step to living a healthy life.
Well woman exams focus on detecting and treating any risk factors that may results in serious illness.
During a well woman exam your provider will discuss and perform any necessary exams or tests that may include a blood pressure reading, weight measurement, blood or urine testing, a pelvic and breast exam, a pap smear, HPV screening, STD screening, immunizations, order mammograms and colonoscopies, order pelvic ultrasounds or bone density screening tests which are performed right in our office. Counseling? Diet, exercise?
COMMON GYN COMPLAINTS
The physicians practicing at AWHG routinely provide evaluation and management for common gynecologic problems. Women experiencing abnormal bleeding, abnormal pap smears, irregular menses or absent menses, heavy menstrual cycles, painful menses, breast problems, cervical dysplasia, endometriosis, vaginal discharge or infections, painful intercourse, polycystic ovarian syndrome, uterine fibroids, pelvic pain, pelvic inflammatory disease, sexually transmitted diseases (STD), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), ovarian cysts, menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes or night sweats should make an appointment.
ADOLESCENT GYN
AWHG also offers treatment for pediatric gynecology patients. Young girls under the age of 18 may need to see a gynecologist if they are experiencing any of the following conditions: chronic pelvic pain, severe menstrual cramps, abnormal menstrual bleeding (heavy or irregular cycles), vulvovaginitis, STD screening as well as many other issues. We strive to ensure a comfortable
environment for your child to address her issues and take a compassionate approach to her treatment.
CONTRACEPTIVE MANAGEMENT
We provide counseling on available contraceptive options and discuss which we feel would be the best for each individual patient. Contraception options frequently discussed, utilized and monitored include natural family planning, condoms, birth control pills, patches, vaginal rings, injectable contraception, LARCs (long acting reversible contraception) such as the IUD (intrauterine device) or subdermal arm implant, as well as permanent contraception such as tubal ligation and vasectomy.
INFERTILITY
Our physicians are skilled in diagnosing fertility problems and providing individual solutions to provide the personal, specialized care you deserve. The evaluation process may include a detailed history and physical exam, lab tests, semen analysis, X-ray testing and/or surgical procedures. The treatment options may consist of medication to induce ovulation, timed intercourse cycles, intrauterine insemination (IUI), surgical treatment, a referral for invitro fertilization (IVF) or any combination of these. Our goal is to work with you every step of the way to achieve a successful outcome.
UROGYN
The urogynecology field offers care and treatment options for women who suffer from common pelvic floor disorders or bladder problems. Some symptoms women frequently experience are pelvic heaviness or pressure, leaking urine, the sudden urge to urinate, incomplete bladder emptying, frequent urination, painful urination and recurrent urinary tract infections. AWHG physicians provide patients with many treatment options that may include physical therapy, strength training, medications or surgery.