Specialty
Obstetrics & Gynecology: find ob-gyn doctors and care information
OB-GYNs care for pregnancy and childbirth and for the female reproductive system across the lifespan.
When to see a OB-GYN
- Annual well-woman exam and cervical cancer screening
- Pregnancy care
- Irregular, heavy, or painful periods
- Contraception counseling or menopause symptoms
Areas within obstetrics & gynecology
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Conditions ob-gyn doctors treat
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Work-up for heavy or irregular periods and treatment options.
Endometriosis
Pelvic-pain evaluation, medical therapy, and surgical options.
PCOS
Cycle regulation, metabolic screening, and fertility planning.
Menopause
Symptom management including hormone and non-hormone therapy.
Uterine fibroids
Monitoring, medication, and procedures from ablation to myomectomy.
Chronic pelvic pain
A structured work-up across gynecologic and non-gynecologic causes.
Infertility
Initial evaluation and referral to reproductive endocrinology.
Common procedures & tests
What to expect at a visit
A well-woman visit reviews history, may include a pelvic exam and Pap, and covers contraception, screening, and any symptoms. Prenatal visits follow a schedule that gets more frequent toward the due date.
Insurance & referrals
Well-woman visits and recommended screenings are covered without cost-sharing on most plans; contraception is covered under most plans with no copay.
Frequently asked questions
- How often do I need a Pap smear?
- Typically every 3 years from age 21, or every 5 years with HPV co-testing from age 30 — your OB-GYN will tailor this.
- When should I schedule my first prenatal visit?
- As soon as you know you are pregnant, usually around 8 weeks.
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