What Is Gynecology?
Gynecology is the medical practice specific to the health of the female reproductive system. The female reproductive system consists of the cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, vagina and vulva. Your gynecologists at Columbus Women’s Care provide a wide array of serves to target female health such as menstrual problems, contraception, menopause, infertility issues and many others to address the ever-changing needs a woman has throughout the stages of her life.
What Conditions Are Handled By A Gynecologist?
Many conditions specific to the female reproductive system, can be assessed by a gynecologist. Many common conditions that our providers are able to both assess and help treat include the following:
- Abnormal pap smear
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Annual breast and pelvic evaluation
- Birth control and family planning
- Breast cancer screening
- Contraception counseling
- Endometriosis
- Urinary incontinence
- Perimenopause and Menopause
- Management and Treatment of Fibroids
- Heavy or painful periods
- Sexual dysfunction
- Bone density assessment
- Pelvic pain
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
- Ovarian Cysts
- Osteoporosis
- STD
- Infertility
Yearly Exam
Yearly pelvic exams and Pap smears are highly recommended as this helps to monitor the function of reproductive organs and overall gynecologic health. During the yearly exam, we screen for infection, inflammation, or other abnormal cells that may indicate disease. Early detection helps to start effective treatment for life threatening diseases such as cervical cancer.
At Columbus Women’s Care, we recommend annual exams for women who are sexually active and/or over the age of 18. During the breast exam, your provider will be checking your breast for any abnormalities or changes. A Pap Smear removes tissue for the cervix for laboratory testing of any abnormalities. An annual exam provides great insight for both the patient and the provider in monitoring and maintaining optimal pelvic health. If you experience any of the following symptoms, we recommend scheduling your appointment to meet with one of our providers.
- Abnormal uterine bleeding.
- Abnormal vaginal discharge (discolored or odorous).
- Unusual or severe pain with your period.
- Unusual or severe pelvic, vaginal, or abdominal pain.
- Breast symptoms such as thickening, dimpling, or puckering of the skin.
- Sores, lumps, or itching on the external vulva or at the vaginal opening.
Contraception Counseling And Procedures
- Laparoscopic Sterilization
- Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion and Removal
- Nexplanon Insertion and Removal
IUD Insertion And Removal
Urinary Incontinence
- Diagnosis of type of urinary incontinence
- Treatment of incontinence
- Referral for urinary dynamics testing
Infertility Evaluation, Testing And Treatment
- Testing to diagnose hormone imbalances
- Treatment of anovulation
- HSG procedure to assess fallopian tubes
- Sonohystogram
- Infertility treatment including clomid, femara, ultrasound monitoring, ovulation trigger injection, etc.
- Testing and treatment for recurrent miscarriage
GYN Surgery And Procedures
- Hysterectomy
- Myomectomy
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Hysteroscopy
- Colposcopy
- D & C
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedures (LEEP)
- Cone Biopsy
- Uterine endometrial ablation
- Novasure
- Thermachoice
Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Advanced laparoscopic & hysteroscopic surgery
- da Vinci® Hysterectomy
- da Vinci® Myomectomy
- da Vinci® Endometriosis Resection
Schedule Your Appointment Today
At Columbus Women’s Care, Inc., we seek to provide the highest level of care through our highly skilled health care professionals and state of the art technologies. If you are looking for more information, or to schedule your appointment with Columbus Women's Care, give us a call today at 614-755-4200 or click here to contact us online. Our practice serves Columbus, OH and the surrounding areas.
Menopause Management
- Hormone replacement
- Treatment of atrophic vaginitis
Ultrasound
- Diagnostic Ultrasound
- Sonohystogram (in-office)
Immunizations
- Influenza