Hormone Replacement Therapy


Most health insurances allow a yearly visit for an exam and screening. If you’ve not seen your gynecologist this year, or maybe for a few years, take advantage of your benefits by scheduling your appointment before deductibles are renewed in January. “We find that many patients save money if they get their annual exam in…

Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative journey, but experiencing it during the summer months can bring unique challenges and joys. The warm weather and longer days offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation, but they also require special care and attention to ensure the health and comfort of both the mother and the baby. Here…

Andrew Markowitz, M.D., of Women’s Health and Menopause Center comments on current national cesarean section rates and notes the risks and benefits of this increasingly common surgical procedure. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that cesarean section rates have stopped rising and have maintained an overall rate of approximately 33 percent over…

Fourteen thousand women die each year from ovarian cancer. Forty-seven percent of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer have a five-year survival rate. Early symptoms of ovarian cancer often go undiagnosed. Ovarian cancer is usually caught late, which leads to lower chances of survival. This leads to higher chances for medical complications. Oral Contraceptives The use…

The inclination to breast feed or use formula is a choice new mothers struggle with every day. While there’s no doubt breast feeding helps provide a defense against infection, prevents allergies and protects against several chronic conditions, many women see formula as an acceptable alternative. According to Dr. Kelly M. Campbell, M.D., an OB/GYN physician…

Hormones regulate everything from mood to metabolism to reproductive health. What many don’t realize is that nutrition plays a powerful role in supporting hormone balance, especially for women navigating menstrual cycles, pregnancy, or menopause. Your body needs specific nutrients to produce hormones and keep them in balance. For example: Healthy fats (like omega-3s in avocados,…