What is Women’s Health?
Women’s Health is a broad term that includes health issues unique to women, like menstruation and pregnancy, in addition to conditions that affect both men and women but may affect women differently, such as diabetes and heart disease.
When contemplating women’s healthcare, there is a lot to consider. Knowing the conditions and diseases that are among the top health risks for women, like heart disease, diabetes, and breast cancer, is important. But for many women, successfully managing other matters that affect day-to-day health, such as PMS or premenstrual syndrome, fertility concerns, birth control, menopause, and more, is also essential to enjoying a dynamic life.
Women’s Health Services
At River Bend Medical Associates, we provide a comprehensive array of women’s healthcare services to help women of all ages achieve optimal health. From exams designed to detect early signs of health issues and ensure you are in overall good health, to screenings that safely and accurately test for potentially life-threatening diseases like cervical cancer, our doctors understand the unique health issues that women face.
Women’s health care services include:
- Gynecology
- Breast Health Services
- Heart and vascular health
- Cancer screenings
- Fertility & Family Planning
- Maternity
- Pre-natal care
- Menopause services
- Bone health/Osteoporosis services
- Bladder and Pelvic health services
- Well-Woman Care
A well-woman care appointment is a preventive medicine visit that may include a complete physical exam, breast exam, health screenings, pelvic exam, pap smear, blood tests, catching you up on your vaccinations, and educational support or counseling.
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Preventive care services like the ones outlined above not only detect health issues before they become problems, they can help enhance our health and quality of life. The type and amount of preventive care we need differs based on individual factors like your age, family medical history, lifestyle, and more. Our professional healthcare team will help you determine the appropriate preventive care schedule based on your individual needs and preferences.
River Bend Medical Associates’ team of experienced doctors, PAs, NPs, and support staff provide compassionate care in a judgment-free environment, giving you the support and care you need to make the best decisions about your health.
We believe every woman deserves high-quality healthcare services that cater to her unique needs. We offer a full range of women’s health services that meet our patient’s needs. Our practice prioritizes not just treating illness, but also providing preventive care to reduce the risk of future health problems.
At River Bend Medical Associates, we know that the care women need to be at their healthiest changes throughout their lifetime. You can count on us to be with you through every stage.
Our family doctors work to get to know the whole you and create personalized wellness plans that fit your individual body, needs, and goals.
Whether you’re seeking routine care, welcoming a new baby, or getting treatment for complex health needs, our skilled family physicians are here for you, it is our privilege to provide compassionate, quality healthcare for our family, friends, and neighbors.
At River Bend Medical Associates, our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to patients and their families and will take every opportunity to provide an experience that exceeds our patient’s expectations from check-in to check-out. If you’re a woman looking for high-quality women’s health services, contact us today.
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