Well Woman Blog

Eating Disorders and Gynecology

In this blog we’ll talk about some of the dangers of eating disorders, the ways it specifically affects us as women, and how to identify some of the signs yourself.

May 13th, 2020

Optimizing Fertility; Facts and Myths

Becoming pregnant is a big choice to make, and once you’ve made it, the last thing you want is to frustratingly try without succeeding for several months on end

Oct 17th, 2017

Zika: What You Need to Know

This week, I want to give an overview of the Zika virus that has been so popular in the media.

Jun 6th, 2016

Metabolism: Truths and Myths

This week, I want to debunk several common myths about metabolism so that with better understanding, we can stick to a path of stable weight maintenance, without all of the latest fads tossed in.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Hysterectomy ≠ Menopause

This week, I want to take the time to clear up and explain a misconception women frequently have with a common operation, the hysterectomy.

May 1st, 2016

Female Hormone Lesson

This week we are arming you with the knowledge of your very own body and its reproductive hormones. Welcome to Female Hormones 101.

Mar 1st, 2016

Urinary Incontinence

This week, we’ll discuss all about the different types of incontinence, their treatments, and what you can do at home to help prevent incontinence.

Dec 13th, 2015

Danger from the Fallopian Tubes

Each year, 20,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the 5th deadliest cancer in American women; but, did you know that your ovaries may not be the true source of this cancer?

Dec 5th, 2015

Tryptophan for Thanksgiving

All you ever wanted to know about your favorite compound in Turkey, Tryptophan, this week.

Nov 29th, 2015

Differentiating Bumps

This week, we’ll cover these different types of bumps, what their cause is, how to treat them and prevent them if possible.

Nov 14th, 2015

When Intercourse is Painful

This week, I hope to bring awareness to this common issue, discuss the many potential causes, talk about methods of prevention, ways to treat/overcome dyspareunia at home and at the office.

Nov 11th, 2015

Emergency Contraception: a second chance

This week we aim to inform about ECs, types, uses, safety, and get rid of any misconceptions surrounding this form of birth control.

Nov 8th, 2015

9 Signs You're Approaching Menopause

This week we’ll discuss 9 signs that indicate that - yes finally - you may be approaching menopause.

Nov 3rd, 2015

Lynch Syndrome: Another Hereditary Cancer

This week, our blog will educated about Lynch Syndrome and what may be done to help you if you are a gene carrier of the syndrome.

Oct 23rd, 2015

Types of Vaginal Irritation — What is Up "Down There"?

As women, we know that it’s common to get that occasional little irritation “down there”. In fact, about 1 in 3 women will experience this sometime in their life.

Oct 15th, 2015

Urinary Tract Infections

This week we will cover this common female problem, how it’s treated, and what you can do at home to prevent them.

Oct 8th, 2015

Osteoporosis - Bone Disease

Every three seconds, a fracture occurs due to osteoporosis. That means by the time you finish these two sentences, about three osteoporotic fractures will have occurred in the world.

Oct 2nd, 2015

Preconception Nutrition and Health

Did you know that 10 weeks after conception, a baby’s organs have finished developing?

Sep 23rd, 2015

Stigma and Misconceptions about STI Testing

This week we aim to correct some of the misconceptions surrounding STI screenings and hope to alleviate some of the stigma that prevents regular testing.

Sep 16th, 2015

Breast Self-Exam (BSE)

This week, we will go over how to do a BSE, how often, and the benefits they provide.

Sep 9th, 2015

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

This week we will cover Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) to help you understand what they are and the best way to overcome them.

Sep 1st, 2015

When to Pap

Why I recommend an annual pap, why the recommendations are for much longer, and in what instances pap smears should be conducted more or less frequently.

Aug 26th, 2015

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

In this blog, I hope to educate about hormone imbalance as the true underlying issue of PCOS, the dangers of incompletely addressing this diagnosis, and methods for treatment.

Aug 22nd, 2015