When is it time to see a gynecologist?

Our team of expert OB/GYNs meet the changing needs of women from adolescence to mature adulthood. We provide specialized care, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for every woman at every stage of her life.

What services does an OB/GN typically provide?

Our services include:

Routine well woman care
Pelvic Medicine
Abnormal pap smear evaluation and treatment
Hormonal problems, including perimenopause and menopause
Natural Family Planning
Urinary incontinence treatment
Endometriosis diagnosis and treatment
Chronic pelvic pain diagnosis and treatment
Laparoscopic gynecologic surgeries
Infertility evaluation
Diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions and disorders
Correction of bladder and rectal prolapse
Surgical services such as colposcopy, and in-office endometrial ablations
Ovarian cyst management
OB/GYNs also deliver babies and can perform caesarean sections.

At what age should a woman first see an OB/GYN?
We encourage patients to come see us when they are ready and feel comfortable doing so. We serve women from their teens into their 80s and 90s.
At what age should a woman first have a pelvic exam? It is recommended to have a pelvic exam annually beginning at age 21, or sooner if you are sexually active..


At what age should a woman have her first a pap smear?
The newest recommendations is to have a pap smear the age of 21, whether sexually active or not, and every third year following, if the test results are normal.


Can a primary care physician (PCP) do a pelvic exam and pap smear?
PCPs, such as Internal Medicine specialists and Family Practice physicians, often perform these exams and tests.


When should you have your annual exam completed by an OB/GYN rather than a PCP?
Patients can choose who they see for annual exams. Many women who are considering pregnancy in the near future choose to see us. Following a pregnancy, patients will frequently come to us for their yearly exams. We make sure our patients understand that if anything abnormal comes up on routine screening, we will send them back to their PCP for management. If they have co-morbidities, they should make sure to see us and their PCP.

What can a woman expect at her first appointment with an OB/GYN?
Some women are anxious about their first appointment with an OB/GYN, so it is important to know that you do not have to be examined at a first meeting. You may prefer to have a general discussion about the female reproductive system or a consultation about a specific issue. If you are anxious about your first exam, we would encourage you to ask questions about how the exam is performed and why it is necessary. Then schedule an appointment when you are ready to have the exam. For support, some women ask a loved one attend the exam. Other patients prefer to visit alone for a private visit.

Are a pelvic exam and pap smear usually covered by medical insurance? What if during the exam a problem is discovered?
Pap smears are a covered screening by insurance companies. If a problem is discovered, we will make sure we make an appropriate plan of care with you that you are comfortable with. This would also be covered by insurance.

At what age should a woman have her first mammogram?
The answer depends on your risk factors, which include your personal and family health history. We recommend that you have a discussion with provider about risk factors before determining when to schedule a first mammogram. Typically, a woman’s first mammogram is between ages 40 and 50, and then annually or every other year thereafter.


How would a woman know if she is beginning menopause?
Menopause transition is unique for each woman. The average age of menopause is age 51 but women can experience symptoms earlier, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and insomnia. We are here to help women navigate that transition using both medical and natural remedies.

Find an OBGYN today,

Lila’s Skin Check with Dr. LaFond

The best time to get a skin check is right now! The sooner skin cancer is identified and treated, the better. Lila Lazarus admits to waiting too long, but finally gets her skin checked with Dr. LaFond, MD Dermatology

Lila Lazarus visits Dr. LaFond

You may not be thinking about it, but right now is the best time to get a skin check. While sun damage may be associated with summer, it’s easier to identify suspicious lesions without the signs of sun exposure. The sooner skin cancer is identified and treated, the better. Also, where you get your checkup can make all the difference. Lila Lazarus admits to waiting far too long to get her skin checked, but finally gets her skin checked with Dr. LaFond, MD Dermatology.

Did you know that 1-5 people will be diagnosed with melanoma in their lifetime?

People at high risk of skin cancer include:

  • Fair skin
  • Red or blonde hair
  • History of severe sunburns
  • Exposure in tanning booths
  • Family history of skin cancer

Check your own skin once a month and be sure to tell your dermatologist if you notice anything has changed.

See some tips below to prevent skin cancer:

  • Wear a daily moisturizer with SPF 15+
  • Wear a hat when outdoors that covers your face an neck
  • Apply sunscreen frequently to exposed skin
  • Limit your time in the sun

You should get you skin checked every year by a dermatologist.

You should get you skin checked every year by a dermatologist.

Looking for a Dermatologist?

A Healthy Breakfast Starts Here

Rainbow Frittata

Diabetic Living Magazine
This delicious frittata is loaded with heart-healthy, omega-3 enriched eggs and a medley of colorful vegetables. Start cooking the vegetables on the stove and finish them up in the oven with the egg mixture. To serve, top with avocado slices, grape tomatoes and a touch of sriracha.
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 219 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup 1/2 inch pieces sweet potato
  • 1/4 cup 1/2 inch pieces yellow sweet pepper
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh broccoli
  • 8 omega-3 enriched eggs
  • 1 teaspoon fresh basil snipped
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme snipped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 avocado halved, seeded, peeled, thinly sliced
  • 5 1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes halved
  • Sriracha Sauce optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat an oven-going 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add sweet potato, sweet pepper and broccoli; cook and stir over medium 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together eggs, basil, thyme, salt and black pepper. Pour mixture over vegetables in skillet. Cook, without stirring, until mixture begins to set on bottom and around edges. Using a spatula, lift egg mixture so uncooked portion flows underneath.
  • Transfer skillet to oven; cook 5 minutes or until egg mixture is set. Remove from oven. Let stand 2 minutes. Top servings with avocado and tomatoes. Drizzle with sriracha.

Notes

Nutrition Facts

1/4 frittata (3/4 cup)
 
219 calories; protein 13.9g; carbohydrates 7.7g; dietary fiber 3.3g; sugars 2.2g; fat 15g; saturated fat 3.9g; cholesterol 372mg; vitamin a iu 2112.2IU; vitamin c 25mg; folate 90.8mcg; calcium 70.7mg; iron 2.2mg; magnesium 30.2mg; potassium 455.8mg; sodium 226mg.
2 lean protein, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1 fat
Keyword bone health, dairy free, gluten free, healthy aging, healthy immunity, low calorie, low carbohydrate, low sodium, nut free, soy free, vegetarian

Creamy Spinach Feta Dip

Rainbow Frittata

Diabetic Living Magazine
This delicious frittata is loaded with heart-healthy, omega-3 enriched eggs and a medley of colorful vegetables. Start cooking the vegetables on the stove and finish them up in the oven with the egg mixture. To serve, top with avocado slices, grape tomatoes and a touch of sriracha.
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 219 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup 1/2 inch pieces sweet potato
  • 1/4 cup 1/2 inch pieces yellow sweet pepper
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh broccoli
  • 8 omega-3 enriched eggs
  • 1 teaspoon fresh basil snipped
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme snipped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 avocado halved, seeded, peeled, thinly sliced
  • 5 1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes halved
  • Sriracha Sauce optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat an oven-going 10-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add sweet potato, sweet pepper and broccoli; cook and stir over medium 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together eggs, basil, thyme, salt and black pepper. Pour mixture over vegetables in skillet. Cook, without stirring, until mixture begins to set on bottom and around edges. Using a spatula, lift egg mixture so uncooked portion flows underneath.
  • Transfer skillet to oven; cook 5 minutes or until egg mixture is set. Remove from oven. Let stand 2 minutes. Top servings with avocado and tomatoes. Drizzle with sriracha.

Notes

Nutrition Facts

1/4 frittata (3/4 cup)
 
219 calories; protein 13.9g; carbohydrates 7.7g; dietary fiber 3.3g; sugars 2.2g; fat 15g; saturated fat 3.9g; cholesterol 372mg; vitamin a iu 2112.2IU; vitamin c 25mg; folate 90.8mcg; calcium 70.7mg; iron 2.2mg; magnesium 30.2mg; potassium 455.8mg; sodium 226mg.
2 lean protein, 1 1/2 vegetable, 1 fat
Keyword bone health, dairy free, gluten free, healthy aging, healthy immunity, low calorie, low carbohydrate, low sodium, nut free, soy free, vegetarian

%d bloggers like this: