What is a Gynecologist?
Gynecologists specialize in the disorders of the female reproductive system. Modern gynecology deals with issues including menstrual disorders, menopause, infectious disease, infertility, disturbances of the sex hormones, benign and malignant tumor formation and the prescription of contraceptives.
The gynecologists at the Elmhurst Clinic have special training in the following issues:
- Routine healthcare, such as the yearly examination and pap smear
- Diagnosis and treatment of abnormal pap smears
- Testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections
- Menstrual disorders, such as heavy, irregular or painful periods
- Pelvic pain
- Vaginal infections and pain
- Urinary incontinence
- Diagnosis and management of disorders of the uterus and ovaries, such as fibroids and ovarian cysts
- Menopause
- Hormone replacement and alternatives
- Adolescent female healthcare
- Gynecologic surgery — especially minimally invasive surgery
- Contraception
- Preliminary infertility evaluation and treatment