Gynecology

The doctors of Hoffman and Associates introduce and guide young women through the beginning stages of adolescent gynecologic care. Our approach for adolescents is focused on prevention and care through the introduction of routine examinations and education. Initial GYN visits for adolescents may not necessitate a physical examination and may not target any one specific condition or symptom other than those natural to the physical maturity of a young woman, but these visits remain an important time for patients to establish a comfortable, long-term relationship with their gynecologist.

Gynecologic wellness refers to the routine physical care of a woman’s reproductive system after her transitional stage of physical maturity known as puberty. Generally, this refers to women reaching the end of their teenage years and older.

Scheduling regular visits with your gynecologist is the most important step in maintaining gynecologic wellness. Visits should be completed annually, but may depend on your age and condition, as well as family and personal health history. The gynecologists of Hoffman and Associates strive to tailor gynecologic visits to fit the needs of the individual woman at each stage of her life.

Patients who experience abnormal symptoms, such chronic pelvic pain or an irregular period cycle, should address these issues with their gynecologist. Additionally, it is also very important to discuss any changes in your overall health and lifestyle with your gynecologist.

The gynecologists of Hoffman and Associates perform a variety of gynecologic screenings and examinations based on patient age, health and medical history. Typical screenings and examinations may include the following:

• Review of your medical history and menstrual cycle
• Physical exam of the breasts and genital area
• Pelvic exam including the vagina and cervix
• Pap smear test as a woman approaches her early 20’s
• HPV vaccine with parental consent
• Abnormal pap smear management including colposcopy and LEEP procedure
• Endometrial ablation
• Endometriosis diagnosis and treatment
• Sexually transmitted disease screening and treatment
• Uterine fibroid diagnosis and treatment

See common gynecology questions addressed by our OB-GYNs.