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Do I Need STD Testing If I’m in a Long-Term Relationship?
Regular STD testing is important for your sexual health, but is it really necessary if you’re in a committed partnership? Here’s what you need to know.
Oct 25th, 2024
Pelvic Pain After Sex: Is It Normal?
Pelvic pain after sex could indicate one of many possible issues. Here’s when you should seek treatment.
Oct 1st, 2024
Why Are My Menstrual Cramps Getting Worse With Age?
Until recently, your periods weren’t exactly the end of the world in terms of menstrual cramping, and you got on with life. These days, your cramps are more painful than ever — and you want answers.
Sep 1st, 2024
Tips for Starting the Fertility Awareness Method of Birth Control
Your reasons are your own, but you don’t want to rely on medications or devices to prevent an unplanned pregnancy. Instead, you want to learn about fertility awareness. You’ve come to the right place!
Aug 5th, 2024
5 Tools to Help You Successfully Navigate Menopause
It would be no exaggeration to say that the changes that come with menopause are life-altering. The good news is that we have more tools than ever to help you better navigate life after menopause.
Jun 27th, 2024
Causes of Vaginal Dryness (and What to Do About It)
While it may not exactly be a topic of conversation around the lunch table, it might surprise you to know that millions of American women struggle with vaginal dryness. We want you to know that there are solutions.
Jun 16th, 2024
Pap Test — How Often You Should Have This Important Screening
Any time you can screen for something as serious as cancer, it’s an opportunity that you shouldn’t miss. The Pap test is our frontline tool for cervical cancer screening, and here’s what we want you to know.
May 13th, 2024
5 Things Your Heavy Period Could Mean
You dread your period each month thanks to heavy bleeding that’s having a significant impact on your life. While there are many potential causes of heavy bleeding, we dive into some of the more common here.
Apr 17th, 2024
What We Want You to Know About Fibroids and Fertility
You’re having fertility issues, and you want to figure out why so you can get on with building the family of your dreams. There are many roads to infertility, and uterine fibroids is only a very small one.
Mar 1st, 2024
No, Urinary Incontinence Isn't Something You Have to Live With
There are two things we want you to know about urinary incontinence: 1) It's much more common in women; and 2) There are solutions. To live free from the worry of urinary incontinence, read on.
Feb 2nd, 2024
3 Tips for Easing Your Recovery After a Hysterectomy
You’ve decided that a hysterectomy is best for your health, and you want to do what you can to make everything go as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips to help you get through the first few days at home.
Jan 8th, 2024
4 Reasons to Consider an IUD for Birth Control
You’re weighing your birth control options and you want to learn more about the intrauterine device (IUD). We review the top three reasons why women turn to IUDs — and are happy with their choice.
Dec 1st, 2023
Struggling with Menopause? We Can Help
While menopause does set you free from your periods, it can also come with some not-so-great results that range from hot flashes to vaginal dryness. If menopause is throwing you for a loop, there are solutions.
Nov 14th, 2023
Separating Fact From Fiction When It Comes to Female Sexual Dysfunction
There’s one fact about sexual dysfunction in women that we want to highlight straight away — it affects up to 43% of women. If your sex life isn’t where you want it to be, read on to learn more.
Oct 1st, 2023
5 Common Signs of Endometriosis
For many of the millions of women who have endometriosis, the condition is synonymous with pain and discomfort. While these two side effects are hard to ignore, we want to round out the list of symptoms.
Sep 1st, 2023
How Long Does It Take to See the Results of Coolsculpting®?
You’ve heard about CoolSculpting® and you want to learn more — is nonsurgical fat reduction really possible and how does it work? We answer those questions, especially the one everyone wants to know — when will I see results?
Aug 1st, 2023
What Are My Options for Emergency Contraception?
For whatever reason, you need to take quick steps to prevent pregnancy after intercourse. There are two ways we can help with emergency contraception, and we discuss those here.
Jul 10th, 2023
When Should I Consider STD Testing?
Despite ongoing awareness and education efforts, sexually transmitted diseases are still running rampant in the United States. If you want to stay one step ahead of these infections, read on to learn about testing.
Jun 5th, 2023
What Is an Irregular Period?
In an ideal world, your periods arrive on time each month, don’t pose any issues in terms of flow, and quietly go away until the next round. But for up to one-quarter of women, periods fall far short of this ideal.
May 1st, 2023
NovaSure®: Lighten Your Period Without Hormones
You’re tired of the discomfort and hassle of menstrual cycles that are plagued by heavy bleeding. That said, you’re not enthusiastic about the idea of taking hormonal medications. Why not explore NovaSure®?
Apr 3rd, 2023
Get Excited for Summer With CoolSculpting®
While it may not feel like it, spring and summer are around the corner. If you want to greet the warmer months with confidence and excitement, CoolSculpting® can certainly help. Here’s how this fat-reduction technology works.
Mar 12th, 2023
What Can Vaginal Atrophy Mean for My Sex Life?
As if the term, “vaginal atrophy,” isn’t bad enough, the end results of this condition can greatly affect your sex life. Here’s a look at how this common problem influences your sexual health and how we can help.
Feb 14th, 2023
Will Uterine Fibroids Go Away on Their Own?
Up to 80% of women develop uterine fibroids during their reproductive years. In many cases, these growths shrink on their own, but not always. Here’s what we want you to know about this common condition.
Jan 19th, 2023
What to Expect at Your First Well-Woman Exam
Whether you’re just coming of age for your first visit to a gynecologist or you’re new to our practice, we want to outline just a few of the many areas we cover during your well-woman exam.
Dec 8th, 2022
5 Reasons to Choose Nonsurgical Treatment for Restoring Your Vaginal Health
Your passage through menopause may have ushered in a period-free era, but a decline in your vaginal health is overshadowing this benefit. Through nonsurgical vaginal rejuvenation, we can restore your sex life.
Nov 7th, 2022
Why Am I Feeling Pain During Sex?
Most people turn to sex to feel good, so when the act becomes painful, it can be a tough blow. There are many reasons why sex can be painful, and the good news is that, in most cases, we can help you find relief.
Oct 11th, 2022
Urinary Incontinence in Women: Three Common Causes
Twice as many women than men experience urinary incontinence. The primary explanation for the discrepancy in numbers has to do with unique events and conditions in women that can lead to reduced bladder control.
Sep 12th, 2022
5 Benefits of a da Vinci® Hysterectomy
You’ve made the important decision that a hysterectomy is the best way to improve your health, and you want the best possible outcome. Here, we explore 5 benefits of a state-of-the-art da Vinci® hysterectomy.
Aug 9th, 2022
The Link Between Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects about 10% of women, placing many of them in a great deal of pain. Here, we explore how endometriosis leads to pain and how we can bring you relief.
Jul 12th, 2022
Does My Genital Itching Call for an STD Test?
You’re sexually active and you’ve developed itching in your genitals. While there’s a strong possibility that your gential itching may be due to a sexually transmitted infection, there are other causes of the symptom.
Jun 1st, 2022
When a Hysterectomy Might Be the Right Choice for You
To help you determine whether you should opt for a hysterectomy, it’s helpful to look at why 600,000 women undergo hysterectomies each year in the United States.
May 1st, 2022
How Can My Gynecologist Help Me With Family Planning?
When it comes to family planning, the most important group in your overall medical support is your gynecology team. Here’s a look at the many ways we can help you choose when, and if, you want to build a family.
Apr 3rd, 2022
Which Menopause Symptoms Can Hormone Replacement Therapy Help?
While menopause may be inevitable, some of the more unwelcome side effects, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness, can successfully be treated with hormone replacement therapy. Here’s a look.
Mar 7th, 2022
Intercourse Is Painful for Me: Can Vaginal Rejuvenation Help?
The transition through menopause can be a double-edged sword. While you no longer have to deal with monthly periods, you can be left with unpleasant side effects, including painful intercourse. Luckily, there are solutions.
Feb 3rd, 2022
My Urinary Incontinence Is Embarrassing: Can You Help?
You sneeze during a dinner party and realize, with horror, that the effort caused you to leak urine. However your urinary incontinence crops up, it’s a source of embarrassment, and you want solutions. We have them.
Jan 1st, 2022
Condoms vs Birth Control Pills: Which Ones Are Right for Me?
When it comes to preventing an unplanned pregnancy, you have dozens of birth control options available to you. The two we discuss here — condoms and birth control pills — can achieve this goal, but one goes a step further.
Dec 2nd, 2021
What to Do About Vaginal Dryness
The only comfort you might find in vaginal dryness is the fact that you’re not alone — half of postmenopausal women report this problem. The other point that may bring some relief is that there are solutions.
Nov 5th, 2021
Five Reasons to Consider Body Sculpting
We dreamed of a day when fat reduction would be easy, and that day has arrived with CoolSculpting®. Here’s a look at five reasons why body sculpting is a great technique for achieving the body of your dreams.
Oct 7th, 2021
All About Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
More than one million women are diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease each year in the United States. Here’s a look at what causes this complex condition and how we can go about resolving the issue.
Sep 5th, 2021
Telltale Signs of Endometriosis and What to Do If You Think You Have It
You’re struggling with pelvic pain or your periods are irregular or heavy. These are just two of the many side effects of endometriosis. Here, we explore this common reproductive problem and the steps you can take to feel better.
Aug 10th, 2021
Who Should Consider STD Testing?
Despite awareness and testing efforts, sexually transmitted diseases hit an all-time high in 2019 in the United States, and 2020 didn’t look good, either. Here’s how to know if you should consider STD testing.
Jul 26th, 2021
Three Things That Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause Can Cause
While menopause may mean freedom from your monthly periods, it can also bring unpleasant side effects that are grouped under “genitourinary syndrome of menopause.” Here are three of the more common symptoms.
Jun 20th, 2021
Freeze Out Your Pesky Fat Cells Once and for All
As the temperatures start to warm up, you eye your bathing suit warily and wish you could just get rid of some of those lumpier areas that will be on display. Well, we can do just that with nonsurgical CoolSculpting®.
May 17th, 2021
How Vaginal Rejuvenation Can Restore Your Sex Life
If physical changes are causing problems with physical intimacy, we want you to know that there are solutions. Your sex life matters, no matter your age, and we can help with vaginal rejuvenation.
Apr 13th, 2021
What Are Your Birth Control Options?
If you want to prevent an unplanned pregnancy, the good news is that you have plenty of choices — some might say too many. Here, we break down birth control options to help you choose one that’s right for you.
Mar 11th, 2021
How MonaLisa Touch Can Improve Your Vaginal Health
Half of women who go through menopause trade periods for vaginal dryness, which can have a serious impact on their sex lives. If you’re struggling with declining vaginal health, our exciting MonaLisa Touch® technology can help.
Feb 15th, 2021
When to Get STD Testing
Each year in the United States, there are 20 million new sexually transmitted infections. If you want to protect yourself, and others, here’s what you should know about testing for sexually transmitted diseases.
Jan 20th, 2021
5 Causes of Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing quality-of-life issue, but it’s important to know that it’s also a very common problem. Here’s a look at five of the causes of incontinence and how we can remedy the problem.
Dec 8th, 2020
Help for Your Transition Through Menopause
Some women transition through menopause with relative ease, but most struggle with serious quality-of-life issues that range from hot flashes to vaginal dryness. The good news is that we can relieve many of these side effects.
Nov 9th, 2020
Understanding Your Birth Control Options
When it comes to preventing an unplanned pregnancy, there’s no shortage of options, which can make choosing the right one confusing. Here are a few things to consider when considering which birth control is right for you.
Oct 1st, 2020
Am I a Candidate for Uterine Lining Removal?
If you’re among the more than 10 million women in the United States who struggle with heavy and painful periods, uterine lining removal may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Here’s a look at whether you’re a candidate.
Sep 21st, 2020
CoolSculpting — Beyond Belly Fat
CoolSculpting® is an innovative fat-reduction technique that’s helping people finally gain the upper hand on stubborn belly fat — and the technology can tackle many other areas just as effectively.
Aug 21st, 2020
Struggling with PMS? We Can Help
About 90% of women experience some degree of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), but when the symptoms interfere with your life, it’s time to get help. If you’re struggling with PMS, there are solutions, and we review them here.
Jul 28th, 2020
4 Signs You May Have Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects more than one in 10 women in the United States during their reproductive years — could you be one of them? Here are four of the most common signs of endometriosis and a look at your treatment options.
Jun 24th, 2020
What Hormone Replacement Therapy Can and Cannot Do
If you’re struggling with menopausal symptoms that are having a serious impact on your life, you may want to consider hormone replacement therapy. Here’s a look at what this approach can, and cannot, accomplish.
May 29th, 2020
Start CoolSculpting Now for a Swimsuit-Ready Body
As winter winds down, it can only mean one thing — summer is on the way. If you’ve been hiding stubborn deposits of fat under bulky clothes, we can help you greet the summer with confidence with our innovative CoolSculpting® fat-reduction technology.
Apr 20th, 2020
The Many Sides of Sexual Dysfunction
For decades women watched from the sidelines as men’s sexual health garnered much of the attention. In recent years, however, women have better resources when it comes to sexual dysfunction, and we’re proud to offer them here.
Mar 5th, 2020
Resolve to Revitalize Your Vagina and Take Back Your Sex Life with MonaLisa TouchⓇ
Whether childbirth, illness, or menopause has robbed you of your vaginal health, gone are the days when you had to grit your teeth and bear it. Thanks to the innovative MonaLisa TouchⓇ technology, we can revitalize your vagina and your sex life.
Jan 1st, 2020
You Don't Have to Live with a Leaky Bladder
Is the threat of urinary leakage keeping you from you engaging in the world around you? You’re not alone — millions of women in the United States struggle with urinary incontinence. The good news is that we have solutions.
Dec 5th, 2019
Myths and Facts About IUDs
More and more women are choosing intrauterine devices, or IUDs, as their preferred method of birth control. You’ve probably heard a lot about IUDs. Here we present the facts and debunk the myths about IUDs.
Nov 1st, 2019
What to Consider Before Choosing Sterilization
Are you done having kids? Are you sure? If so, you may want to consider sterilization as your birth control method. Here’s what you should think about before opting for permanent birth control.
Oct 15th, 2019
If You Suffer From Heavy Periods, NovaSureⓇ Can Help
Heavy periods can interfere with everyday activities and prevent you from enjoying your lifestyle. Find out how NovaSure can help you gain control of your life by reducing or even eliminating the symptoms of heavy periods.
Sep 1st, 2019
Most Common Causes of Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain occurs as a sign of so many conditions and diseases that it can be frustrating to know when to seek medical treatment. Find out more about the most common causes of pelvic pain and the best way to handle symptoms.
Aug 1st, 2019
How CoolSculpting Works to Remove That Pesky Double Chin
Is a double chin making you shy away from revealing summer clothes? If you want to get rid of your double chin, try CoolSculpting, which freezes fat cells and banishes your extra chin. Here’s how this chilling treatment works.
Jul 1st, 2019
3 Reasons Women Are Loving MonaLisa Touch After Going Through Menopause
Menopause isn’t a fun experience for most women. It leads to a variety of physical and emotional changes that can impact your personal life. The MonaLisa Touch® laser treatment can change the way you feel physically, and enhance intimacy.
Jun 1st, 2019
Feel Bikini Ready This Summer with CoolSculpting Treatments
Is your muffin top still there even after months of dieting and exercise? With CoolSculpting®, an FDA-approved procedure, you can kill fat cells without going under the knife or having to take time off from work to recover.
May 1st, 2019
How To Know If You Are A Good Candidate For Hormone Replacement Therapy
Headaches. Hot flashes. Weight gain. Tossing and turning at night. Classic signs that you’re going through menopause. Thankfully, there are treatments available, such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Learn whether HRT might be right for you.
Apr 2nd, 2019
Feel Your Best And Blast Away Stubborn Fat With CoolSculpting
When your love handles and persistent belly fat keep you from looking your best, you don’t always feel your best, either. Learn how CoolSculpting® can give you a better body and boost your confidence.
Mar 1st, 2019
How MonaLisa Touch Can Improve Sexual Intimacy
Has intercourse become uncomfortable? Do you notice vaginal dryness or burning? Don’t accept these symptoms as just another part of aging. MonaLisa Touch® treatments help alleviate these symptoms so you can continue to enjoy sexual intimacy.
Feb 8th, 2019
How Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Help Ease the Symptoms of Menopause
From hot flashes and mood swings to sleep problems and more, menopause can significantly affect how you enjoy life. Menopause is a normal process, but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer the symptoms. Learn more about hormone replacement therapy.
Jan 10th, 2019
The Top 3 Reasons People Are Choosing CoolSculpting
Have you tried everything to get rid of pockets of stubborn fat on your thighs, stomach, or chin? When diet and exercise aren’t working CoolSculptingⓇ can help. Find out how.
Dec 10th, 2018
What to Consider When Choosing a Birth Control
Stuck choosing which birth control method to use? We've got you covered with our latest blog looking at the key considerations you need to ponder before coming to a decision on contraception.
Oct 31st, 2018
How to Combat Vaginal Atrophy with Lasers
When you're struggling with vaginal dryness, irritation, and painful intercourse, it can feel difficult knowing where to turn for help. Though these are common symptoms for many women, they can be treated effectively. Read on to discover how.
Sep 26th, 2018
When a Hysterectomy is the Best Solution
While removing any organ is a serious undertaking, there are times when an organ presents more of a liability than an asset, which can be true of your uterus. Here’s a look at some of the more common reasons why women turn to a hysterectomy.
Feb 1st, 2020
5 Great Benefits of Robotic Surgery
Concerned at the thought of having a hysterectomy? Discover the benefits that robotic-assisted surgery have over traditional techniques and why it could be the solution you're looking for when less pain and faster recovery are your aims.
Nov 13th, 2018
What to Expect During Your First CoolSculpting Treatment
You may have heard that CoolSculpting® freezes away unwanted fat, but have you wondered what that means, exactly, and what happens during your first treatment? Take a moment to find the answers to those questions and more about CoolSculpting.
Aug 17th, 2018
Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Hysterectomies Have Come a Long Way
Hysterectomies have come a long way from the days of open surgery. Now robotic-assisted hysterectomies are a reality in the medical world, where they’re extensively performed, reducing your risk of complications and promoting quicker healing.
Jul 13th, 2018
Why Stubborn Fat Accumulates on Your Belly, Thighs, and Buttocks
There’s a reason the fat on your belly, thighs, and buttocks is more difficult to lose than the fat in other areas. Read on to learn why these common trouble spots are so stubborn, and how you can fight back when exercise and diet aren’t enough.
Jun 8th, 2018
Why the IUD Has Gained New Popularity
More than half of pregnancies are unplanned. A wide range of contraceptives is available to help you prevent unplanned pregnancy until you’re ready to start or add to your family, but each option offers different benefits.
May 25th, 2018
When to See Your Gynecologist About Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain is a common symptom for a wide range of gynecological, urinary, digestive, and musculoskeletal problems. It’s also one of the most frequent complaints among women of all ages. So when should you see your gynecologist about it?
Apr 18th, 2018
How to Prepare for a Hysterectomy
If a hysterectomy looms in your future, there are many things you can do ahead of time to ease the process. To prepare yourself for your hysterectomy, we’ve gathered a few tips that will help you better weather your surgery and your recovery.
Mar 27th, 2018
Four Reasons MonaLisa Touch® May Be Right for You
They’re all over TV and the web: Smiling, silver-haired men with erectile dysfunction (ED) whose potency is instantly restored thanks to a few magic pills. But what if your partner’s hot new erections hurt? Or you feel itchy and uncomfortable “down there”?
Mar 16th, 2018
Tips for Preventing Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is a common (and potentially embarrassing) problem that affects women of all ages. Even if you have one or more risk factors that makes you prone to developing UI, there are simple steps you can take to keep your urge to go under contr
Feb 15th, 2018
Easier Living through Menopause and Hormone Therapy
For women of the world over, the onset of menopause is an incredibly stressful time in life that can vary dramatically in how it affects each person.
Nov 14th, 2017
Freeze Away the Fat with CoolSculpting
When it comes to finally achieving one’s ideal figure or physique, there are many factors that can make an already challenging goal even more difficult.
Oct 27th, 2017