Not only is the month of November the time to welcome cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice lattes, and Thanksgiving it is also National Bladder Health Awareness Month. It is time to speak out about bladder health conditions and incontinence. At OBGYN Specialists of Columbus, we are experts in bladder health and pelvic support problems. Here are…
All too often women put their health and needs last in order to take care of others. By routinely performing self-breast exams monthly you can not only know your body better, but you may be the first to notice any changes to your breasts. Here are five tips on how to perform self-breast exams at…
You’re pregnant, congratulations! But now what? Often the joy of a positive pregnancy test can cloud or clutter your mind with all sorts of excitement, questions, and concerns. At OBGYN Specialists of Columbus, we provide total healthcare during your pregnancy and beyond. Individualized care and years of experience are what set our team apart from…
Every woman experiences menopause and each in her own way. Even though most women know that eventually, menopause symptoms will occur they can often not be prepared when that day actually does happen. Keeping regularly scheduled appointments with your gynecologist specialists is the best way to stay up-to-date with all aspects of your health not…
Do you have heavy menstrual bleeding or painful menstrual periods? This quick Q&A will give you a brief overview of Uterine Fibroids and will answer some of the most common questions asked here in the office. What are Uterine Fibroids? Uterine Fibroids, also known as “leiomyomas”, are benign growths of smooth muscle and connective tissue…
Are you pregnant or know someone who is? Here are eight things you need to know about Pertussis and the Tdap Vaccination. Below are the most common questions we are asked here in the office. What is Pertussis? Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection marked by a severe hacking cough…
Meet our newest team member, Jennifer L. Wood WHNP-BC! At OBGYN Specialists of Columbus, we take pride in working with personable, caring staff members who work hard to get to know each of our patients. Jennifer comes with a long history of patient care, with nearly a decade as a nurse. Wood earned her BSN from…
Do you or a loved one suffer from urinary incontinence? Urinary incontinence is an underdiagnosed and underreported problem that only increases in prevalence with age and affects twice as many women as men. An estimate of 50-84% of elderly people in long-term care facilities suffers from urinary incontinence. This will give you a brief overview…
Everyone gets older — aging happens — and there is no denying the changes a woman may experience with age. However, by taking care of yourself, those same changes can be kept to a minimum and the challenges lowered. That includes natural and bioidentical hormone replacement, as well as aspects like a healthy diet and…
Do you have heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding with severe cramping? This Q&A will give you a brief overview of endometriosis and will answer some of the most common questions we are asked here in the office. Let’s get started! What is Endometriosis? The uterus is lined by the endometrium with the top layer consisting…