All women should regularly see a gynecologist to ensure the health of their reproductive organs. At West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology in Bradenton, Florida, the expert team of OB/GYNs offer comprehensive gynecological care to women of all ages. Come to the office for a wide variety of services, including annual exams, menopause consultation, pre-pregnancy workups, and resolution of unusual menstrual symptoms. To take advantage of this superior gynecological care, call the office or book an appointment online.
A gynecologist deals with issues that have to do with the health of a woman’s reproductive organs. These include the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, as well as the bladder. Issues commonly addressed include:
The team at West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology provide both preventive care and management of gynecological issues. All the OB/GYNs on staff are also able to provide superior surgical care should you need it.
The OB/GYNs at West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology recommend an annual wellness visit for all women, regardless of age. At this visit, the doctor performs a thorough pelvic exam and may also do a Pap smear to test for cellular irregularities that may suggest cervical cancer.
If you’re sexually active, the doctors may also screen you for sexually transmitted diseases. An annual exam is also a time to address any concerns you may have about your sexual habits, periods, family plans, or bothersome symptoms.
Preventive care should begin in a woman’s teens and continue through menopause and beyond. Your gynecological needs change over time, but your need for proper preventive care does not.
At West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology, the entire team of doctors is proficient surgeons. They offer multiple types of surgeries, including:
Before recommending surgery, the doctors try every minimally invasive strategy to address your concern. But if you do need fibroid removal, endometrial ablation, or a hysterectomy, you can trust West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology.
The doctors at West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology can help you navigate the time in your life when your period ceases and fertility ends. Uncomfortable symptoms such as vaginal dryness, weight gain, hot flashes, and irritability can occur during this time. They can offer support, including hormone therapy, to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Once you’ve reached menopause, you need regular gynecological care to monitor changes in your pelvic organs and in your health. Post-menopausal women are at greater risk for heart disease and osteoporosis.
For more information about the expert gynecological care available at West Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology, call the office or book an appointment online.