Menopause is often called “the change of life” for good reason: It really does involve major changes to your body, and those changes can cause some pretty unpleasant symptoms. What’s more, not all women experience the same menopause symptoms, so to get real relief, you need treatment that’s focused on your concerns and your overall
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Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what do you do if you
Read MoreHow Do I Know My Pregnancy Is High-Risk?
More than 3 million babies are born each year in the United States, according to the CDC, and most of those births occur without any medical or health problems for either the baby or the mother. Still, complications do occur in up to 8% of pregnancies, and many of those complications occur in women whose pregnancies are
Read MoreHow a Pap Smear Can Save Your Life
You might not look forward to getting your Pap smear, but just like a pelvic exam, it needs to be a regular part of your wellness routine. That’s because a Pap test is designed to check for the earliest signs of cervical cancer — and when cervical cancer is detected in its early stages, treatment can
Read MoreTop Gynecological Conditions da Vinci® Robotic Surgery Can Treat
Robot surgical systems may sound like something straight out of science fiction, but in fact, these cutting-edge systems have been around for more than two decades — with the da Vinci® Surgical System leading the way. Since receiving FDA approval in 2000, the da Vinci Surgical System has revolutionized many types of surgery, including gynecological procedures, helping
Read MoreCOVID-19 and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life. It’s one of anticipation, joy, and growth. Taking extra care of yourself during pregnancy is one of the many changes you must make to prepare for the arrival of your little one. But these days, it’s easy to be unsure just how many extra precautions you should
Read MoreWhat Questions Should I Ask My Obstetrician About Genetic Testing?
What questions should you ask your obstetrician about genetic testing? The best approach depends on what you really want to know. Every parent-to-be wants to have a healthy beautiful baby, but of course there is always a chance your child will have some abnormality or disorder. The good news is there are prenatal screening tests
Read MoreIs My Menstrual Cycle Normal?
We hear this question quite frequently: is my menstrual cycle normal?Since every single woman is unique, and we love that, it is hard to define “normal.” Most of the time we talk more about what is “average” rather than normal to help women understand if their cycle falls within average parameters. An Average Cycle The first
Read MoreGovernor Kemp Signs HB 1114 – Postpartum Medicaid Extension
Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday signed legislation that will extend the amount of time eligible new mothers can receive Medicaid and cut down on patients being surprised by bills after receiving care. DeKalb Women’s Specialists’s Dr. Scott was in attendance as President of the Georgia OB/GYN Society.The bills were part of a package of health care
Read MoreMeet & Greet Event Update: July 16th, 2020
This year, DeKalb Women’s Specialists is offering Meet & Greet events to meet your providers, tour the hospital’s labor and delivery facility, and have an opportunity to ask questions. There is limited seating, so remember to RSVP! Event Details Attendees will have the opportunity to virtually meet their providers, ask questions, and tour the hospital’s
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