In last week’s blog, we talked about how with the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen the turmoil create multiple problems like weight gain and stress for our patients. We are recommending patients get back on a healthy routine by…
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Effective Strategies for Shedding Pounds During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted in Anxiety, COVID-19, Overall Women's Health, Resources Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, bladder, distress, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence, women's health
What’s the Difference Between an Obstetrician and Gynecologist?
The term OB-GYN encompasses two different medical fields, obstetrics, and gynecology, which both focus on women’s health. What are the differences between gynecologists (GYNs) and obstetricians (OBs)? ● Obstetricians are involved with care Read More…
Posted in Business Practices, Diagnosis, Diseases and Conditions, Overall Women's Health, Procedures, Resources, Surgery Tagged with: anxiety, bladder, comparison, distress, fibroids, Gynecologist, hormone replacement, menopause, ob-gyn, Obstetrician, specialist, women's health
Dr. Davis Book Recommendation: “Better” by Atul Gawande
This week we’re doing something a little different with a book recommendation from Dr. Davis: Everyone has flaws, everyone faces challenges beyond their control but even though we’re only human, many people still strive to get as close as they…
Posted in Diagnosis, Examinations, Overall Women's Health, Resources, Surgery Tagged with: book review, doctor patient relationship, kindness
Prostaglandin Balance to Reduce Inflammation and Healing Time
What do you think of when you think of fat? Most people think of fat in a negative way because for decades we’ve been told that “fat is bad.” But what if eating the right types of fat could help…
Posted in Diseases and Conditions, Hormones, Pain/Chronic Pain, Resources Tagged with: diet, good fats, nutrition, omega 3, Prostaglandin
Urinary Incontinence: What Should You Do If You Think You Have It?
How is urinary incontinence diagnosed? Medical conditions should never be self-diagnosed. If you think you have urinary incontinence, please review the symptoms and then consult a medical professional. Your medical provider will ask you about your medical Read More…
Posted in Bladder, Incontinence, overactive bladder, Resources, Treatments Tagged with: prevention, treatment, urinary incontinence
Bladder Problems: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Many women experience a variety of bladder issues (like frequency, nocturia, urgency or urinary incontinence) but you don’t have to suffer in silence. A lot of women feel self-conscious about their bladder problems, while others believe bladder Read More…
Posted in Bladder, Diseases and Conditions, Examinations, Hormones, Incontinence, Overall Women's Health, Pelvic Floor Muscles, Pelvic Floor Pilates, Procedures, Resources, Symptoms Tagged with: bladder, incontinence
What are the bladder basics?
The fundamentals of bladder health; holding and emptying urine. Let’s talk about the fundamentals of bladder health, what it looks like to have a healthy bladder and the common bladder problems that millions of American women face. Bladder Read…
Posted in Bladder, Diagnosis, Diseases and Conditions, Examinations, Hormones, Incontinence, overactive bladder, Pelvic Floor Muscles, Pelvic Floor Pilates, Resources, Treatments Tagged with: bladder
Endometriosis 101: What is it like to Have Endometriosis?
Part Two: What is it like to Have Endometriosis? Every month as you move through your cycle, endometrial growths (in addition to the normal endometrial cells inside your uterus) swell up with prostaglandin which can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, Read…
Hysterectomies: the Why, the What & the When
What is a hysterectomy? A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, a muscular reproductive organ of the female body. The operation may be performed via abdominal hysterectomy, laparoscopic hysterectomy or vaginal hysterectomy. A hysterectomy Read More…
Posted in Cancer, Endometriosis, Heavy Bleeding, Hysterectomy, Incontinence, Infertility, Interstitial Cystitis, Menopause, Ovarian Cancer, Overall Women's Health, Pain/Chronic Pain, Pelvic Floor Muscles, Procedures, Resources, Side-Effects, Surgery, Symptoms, Treatments Tagged with: fibroids, large fibroids, menopause, older women
Is your Doctor a Great Doctor?
When you’re looking for a great doctor, it’s important to make the right choice. Ask anyone and they’ll tell you, “Having a great doctor is important– make sure you find the right one!” But how do you know if your…