Your health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. Our screening and protocols that are currently in place have been implemented for the well-being of our patients and staff. We understand the uncertainty of some of our patients. Please know that we actively monitor the changes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and state and local public health officials, and will continue to implement all precautions for your safety. If you need to see a doctor, please contact us to schedule an in-person or telemedicine appointment.

The post Women’s Health Appointments appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

Your health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. Our current screening and protocols that are currently in place have been implemented for the well-being of our patients and staff. We understand the uncertainty of some of our patients. Please know that we actively monitor the changes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and state and local public health officials, and will continue to implement all precautions for your safety. Contact us to schedule an annual and mammogram appointment.

The post COVID-19 SCREENING & PROTOCOLS appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

It is normal during the coronavirus pandemic for everyone including expectant mothers and their families to worry about themselves and their baby’s health. Doctors and scientists are continuing to gather information on how COVID-19 spreads and affects pregnant mothers and the fetus. More is learned every day as exposure and cases have increased and time to study and analyze data continues to provide more insight.

Unfortunately, there is still a lot unknown about the virus but we will continue to pass information forward to our patients as more research is completed and we learn more. In the meantime, adhere to CDC guidelines to best protect yourself, your baby, and your family. We feel it is best to error on the side of caution. If you have any questions, please talk to any of our obstetricians.

WHAT WE KNOW

So far, there is no evidence that the virus affects pregnant woman more than the general population but people with certain health conditions are more susceptible to getting sicker.

At the moment, we have not seen COVID-19 transmitted to a fetus. Although, it is possible to transmit COVID-19 to a baby after it is born. It seems that most babies have no symptoms or their case is mild.

COVID-19 has not been found in breastmilk as of now, however, there is an increased risk to the baby if the caregiver has coronavirus. If a delivering mom tests positive and wishes to breastfeed, we suggest considering pumping until recovered, even if asymptomatic.

WHAT WE ARE DOING NOW

We have put stringent recommended protocols in place for the safety of our patients, doctors and staff. We want you to feel comfortable during your visit. We have also added Telemedicine visits if it is appropriate for your concern or question. Your OBGYN will talk to you about the current protocols for your birthing plan during your visit. Click here to read Women’s Health current guidelines. Contact us to schedule a visit or for a Telemedicine appointment.

The post Pregnancy During the Pandemic appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

The post Women’s Health Office Visits During COVID-19 appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

If you have an appointment at Women’s Health, please be advised that you must put on a face mask or face covering before entering our office for the health and well-being of our staff and other patients. This is now a Michigan requirement in all public enclosed spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic. We appreciate your help and understanding to adhere to these measures to help keep people safe from the novel Coronavirus. If you have questions, please contact our West Bloomfield office.

The post Face Masks or Face Coverings Are Required appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

15% of woman delivering in some New York hospitals have tested positive for Coronavirus.

The good news is that many of these pregnant women who tested positive for COVID-19 did not display symptoms.

It is important to remember to be mindful and practice social distancing and hand washing protocols to improve your chances of not contracting the virus. Plus, you may not know that you have the disease and can still spread Coronavirus to others.

The post Pregnant Women and COVID-19 appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

We hope this finds you well. Your physicians and staff at Women’s Health and Menopause Center are relieved to share that the steps we have taken to keep us all safe are holding strong. We have had no positive COVID-19 cases in the clinic. We maintain our dedication to your care and well being and will be remaining open as an essential business providing in-office care when necessary. In an effort to keep your family safe and continue to provide excellent care, we are implementing easy to use telemedicine visits.

Moving forward, the following topics are appropriate for a telemedicine visit:

• urinary tract infection
• vaginal infection
• birth control
• COVID 19 questions
• mental health concerns
• menopausal symptoms
• abnormal vaginal bleeding
• postmenopausal bleeding
• premenstrual syndrome/PMDD
• breast pain
• hormone therapy

Of course, follow up visits with necessary exam, imaging and bloodwork, may be needed depending on the nature of your issue. We believe the telemedicine visit is an improvement over the phone call. It helps reduce lost time due to repeat phone calls and voicemails. It also improves the communication by creating a HIPAA compliant face to face interaction. If the conversation is of significant depth and detail, it may be submitted to your insurance for payment.

The physicians are excited for the opportunity to improve the patient care experience. Please contact us to schedule a telemedicine appointment. We look forward to seeing you face to face at your telemedicine visit!

Stay well,
WHMC Physicians

The post Women’s Health Telemedicine Available appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

Dear Friends and Patients,

As the first cases of COVID-19 have spread to residents in our state, many of our patients have voiced concerns on what measures should be taken to reduce the risk of contracting the virus and what steps should be followed if you believe you may have been exposed, or think you have Coronavirus.

What to Do If You Think You May Have Coronavirus?

If you suspect you may have been infected with COVID-19 or are sick with the virus, adhere to the recommended steps by the CDC to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.

• WHAT SHOULD I DO?

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider immediately.

Important Links

• COVID-19 FACT SHEET 3/11/20
• VISIT CDC FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• STATE OF MICHIGAN CORONAVIRUS WEBSITE 

Sincerely,
Women’s Health

The post Women’s Health COVID-19 appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.

Understandably, many of our patients have questions and are concerned about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Women’s Health adheres to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations and guidelines. As we learn more about the disease and its spread, the CDC will provide updates on best practices. As a reminder, we stress that proper hand washing techniques with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the restroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose. Disinfect surfaces before you use them and avoid touching your face or being in close contact with others who are ill.

The post Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) appeared first on Women's Health and Menopause Center.