Women's Health

Northwestern Medicine offers specialized care to meet the needs of every woman throughout her life.

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Northwestern Medicine understands that women have unique health care needs. From your first routine gynecologic exam through motherhood and menopausal years, our goal is to provide personalized, comprehensive medical care of the highest quality.

When you choose Northwestern Medicine, you’ll have access to many resources, including:

Specialized care for maternal–fetal medicine, prenatal genetic testing, reproductive genetics, gynecologic medical issues, pelvic health, fertility and reproductive medicine and pregnancy-related concerns
Services to meet your changing needs, including wellness and nutrition
Prenatal and postnatal resources including classes, support groups and lactation consultants

Watch this video to learn more about Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women’s Hospital and how our team is on the relentless pursuit of better in women’s health, offering comprehensive, personalized care for women throughout life’s journey.

Areas of Care

Breast Health

From routine breast screening and advanced imaging to comprehensive resources for treatment and recovery, Northwestern Medicine meets all your breast health needs.

Breast Health

Center for Complex Gynecology

The center will offer a multidisciplinary approach for women for the diagnosis and treatment of fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery.

Center for Complex Gynecology

Center for Fertility and Reproductive Medicine

Our fertility specialists have helped thousands of individuals and couples become parents.

Center for fertility and reproductive medicine

Center of Sexual Medicine And Menopause

Our team of experts will evaluate your needs and individualize a program to help address your comprehensive sexual and menopausal needs.

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Family Planning and Contraception

Our family planning team delivers the most current medical expertise with compassionate and personalized attention for each patient's individual needs.

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Fertility Preservation

Our experts provide innovative, effective fertility preservation services so young adults, including those with a cancer diagnosis or other fertility threatening disease, have a chance to build families in the future.

Fertility Preservation

Genetics

We offer comprehensive genetics services, including evaluation, counseling and health management, as well as preconception planning and pregnancy-related issues.

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Gynecologic Oncology

Our team provides diagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancers of the female reproductive system.

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Maternal–Fetal Medicine

Our team is made up of highly skilled, internationally recognized maternal–fetal specialists. They are committed to providing outstanding, comprehensive care for patients with high-risk pregnancies.

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Midwifery

Nurse-midwives are board-certified and offer services to women of all ages and stages of life.

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Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Our team of experts is dedicated to offering less invasive alternatives to traditional gynecologic procedures in both the operating room and office settings.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGIC SURGERY

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Our medical and surgical gynecology subspecialty covers the detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all women's healthcare concerns.

Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Pediatric And Adolescent Gynecology

We understand that gynecologic problems in children are different from those in adults. If your child has vaginal bleeding, pain or discharge, our expert team takes a specialized approach to diagnosis and treatment.

Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

Prentice Ambulatory Care Clinic

The Prentice Ambulatory Care Clinic (PAC) is an Obstetrics and Gynecology practice that provides the highest quality care for common and complex conditions. We serve our patients in a safe, respectful and compassionate setting.

PAC clinic

Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

We provide comprehensive clinical care and minimally invasive surgical treatments for pelvic floor disorders, childbirth injury, complications from gynecologic surgery and congenital genitourinary disorders.

Pelvic Health

urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery

Women's Integrated Pelvic Health Program

Our program provides a unique opportunity to deliver comprehensive health care for women with pelvic floor disorders.

Pelvic Health Program

Women's Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program

Northwestern Medicine offers a transdisciplinary approach to pelvic health that includes Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urogynecology, Urology, Colorectal Surgery, and Physical Therapy.

Women's Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program

Conditions

Abdominal Pain
Abnormal or Painful Menstruation
Abnormal Pap Smears
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Breast Health Program
Breast Masses
Cancers of the Reproductive System
Cervical Cancer
Coccygodynia
Congenital and Müllerian Anomalies
Constipation
Diastasis Recti
Difficulty with Bladder or Bowel Emptying
Dyspareunia
Ectopic Pregnancies
Endometrial Cancer
Endometriosis
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Fecal Incontinence
Fibroids
Fistulas
Gynecologic Cancers
Gynecologic Infections
Gynecologic Malignancies
Hot Flashes
Interstitial Cystitis
Irregular Periods
Low Back Pain
Manometry
Menopause and Aging
Microscopic Hematuria
Miscarriages
Osteoporosis
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cysts
Overactive Bladder
Painful Bladder Syndrome
Painful Sexual Intercourse
Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic Pain
Pelvic Tumors
Post Menopausal Bleeding
Postpartum Pelvic Floor Issues
Pre-Invasive Cancer
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Rib Pain
Sacral Neuromodulation
Sciatica
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
SI Dysfunction
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Thoracic Pain
Trophoblastic Disease
Tubal Disease
Urinary Frequency
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Urgency
Uterine Anomalies
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Fibroids In Pregnancy
Vaginal Anomalies
Vaginal Cancer
Vaginal Discharge
Vaginismus
Vulvar and Vaginal Disorders
Vulvar Cancer
Vulvodynia/Vestibulitis

Tests

Colposcopy
Cystoscopy
Evaluation of Pelvic Masses
HPV Testing
Pelvic Health Diagnostic Tests
Urodynamic Testing

Treatments

Abdominal Hysterectomy
Advanced Laparoscopy
Bone Mineral Densities
Cesarean Sections
Contraception for Women with Medical Problems
Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
Endometrial Ablation
Fertility Preservation
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hysterectomy
Hysteroscopy
In Vitro Fertilization
Intrauterine Insemination
IUD Insertion and Removal
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopy
Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
Male Fertility Preservation
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Ovulation Induction
Pessary Fitting
Removal of Fibroids
Removal of Ovarian Cysts
Reproductive Surgery
Therapeutic Donor Insemination
Treatment of Genital Warts
Tubal Ligation
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Sections
Vaginal Deliveries
Vaginal Hysterectomy
Vaginal Repairs

Specialists and Care Centers

Northwestern Medicine OB/GYNs* provide comprehensive care for all women's health needs. From annual checkups and wellness education to pelvic exams and maternity care, your OB/GYN physician serves as your first line of care. Your OB/GYN physician provides the following care, including (but not limited to):

Health history assessment
Testing and screenings, such as annual pap smears and mammograms
Preventive care and lifestyle enhancement
Pregnancy and childbirth
Diagnosis and treatment of complex women's health conditions
Access to comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and consultations

OB/GYN services are available at many locations throughout the Chicagoland area. Find a location near you.

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Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women’s Hospital – Better Women’s Health Care

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Obstetrics Patients at Prentice Women’s Hospital

Learn about Northwestern Medicine Prentice Women's Hospital. We'll answer questions about coming to the hospital, admission, labor and delivery, pain management, and what to expect after delivery.

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