 From before puberty to after menopause, a woman's body is constantly changing and developing. And, at each stage of development and maturation, there may be questions about gynecological, reproductive, and sexual health. Thus, it is important that a woman establishes a partnership with her physician (often an OB/GYN, or Obstetrician/Gynecologist) early on.
Obstetrician/Gynecologists are physicians who specialize in general women's medical care, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the female reproductive system, and care of pregnant women. It is generally recommended that women who are either over 18 years of age, and/or are sexually active, or those who experience gynecological symptoms, have an annual gynecological exam. Many of the conditions that affect gynecological, reproductive, and sexual health may be detected early, which, in most cases, provides for a more positive prognosis and successful treatment.
A healthy woman is one who learns ways to prevent disease as well as care for
a condition if one does arise. Learn more about your body and ways to keep it
healthy including monitoring breast health and gynecological health, as well as
heart health and mental health.
There are many different diseases and conditions affecting women that require
the clinical care of a physician. Knowledge of a condition's symptoms, risk
factors, prevention approaches, diagnostic tests/procedures, and available
treatment options all help a woman make more informed healthcare choices.
One thing is sure, throughout their adult years, women's medical needs
continually change.
St. John's is pleased to provide a comprehensive women's health program that
covers the broad range of women's health care needs, from puberty through
menopause.
St. John's Women's Services provides the full range of health care services
for women in any stage of life.
From adolescence through a woman's senior years, St. John's offers
experienced physicians, prevention and wellness programs, advanced diagnostics,
specialty programs, and leading-edge treatment options.
Some of these special women's
services include:
- Pregnancy and childbirth services;
- Gynecology practices located in Springfield, Nixa, Lebanon and Rolla;
- State-of-the-art diagnostics available at St. John's Hospital and clinic
offices;
- A 28-bed inpatient unit at St. John's Hospital dedicated to women's
surgery and staffed by health care professionals trained to be sensitive to
the unique needs of women.
Specialty programs just for women:
- St. John's Menopause Program;
- St. John's Breast Center;
- St. John's Women's Heart Center;
- St. John's Clinic - Women's Oncology;
- Ongoing education programs and women's retreats, such as the monthly
women's health forums and the annual
Totally Healthy Woman Retreat.
For more information about St. John's Women's Services, please click on the
link to the right or call 888-8888 or 1-800-909-8326 for a physician referral. |