Gynecology

Women are more likely to visit a gynecologist more often than any other physician. Northwestern Medicine gynecologists and urogynecologists provide comprehensive care by using a multidisciplinary approach for complex conditions and for the spectrum of your reproductive, menopausal and postmenopausal life. You will find personalized care with the respect, compassion and responsiveness you deserve at Northwestern Medicine.

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Gynecology Services

Our medical and surgical gynecology subspecialty covers the detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all women’s health care concerns. Our services include:

Routine care: Annual pap tests, birth control and menstrual cycle conditions
Treatment of complex conditions, including:
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Endometriosis
- Infertility
- Pelvic pain
- Incontinence
- Menopause
- Prolapse of pelvic organ
- Gynecologic inflammations and infections
- Sexually transmitted disease

Northwestern Medicine offers standard drug therapies, such as antibiotics, diuretics and antihypertensives, as well as hormone-modulating therapies. If surgery is called for, minimally invasive techniques are available, including laparoscopy, hysteroscopy and myomectomy.

Obstetrics and Gynecology Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

The Obstetrics and Gynecology medical practice is staffed by highly trained and caring physicians and advanced practice nurses who specialize in all phases of women’s health care and offer state-of-the-art evaluations and treatments.

Our location is amidst world class subspecialists in infertility, ultrasound, prenatal genetics, high-risk obstetrics and oncology. This provides our patients convenient and prompt referral for services tailored to meet their needs.

Our mission statement

To be recognized as a premier leader in obstetrics, gynecology and women’s health at the local, national and international levels
To provide the highest quality patient care and patient satisfaction
To maintain excellence in education for medical students, residents and fellows
To conduct the highest quality clinical research in obstetrics and gynecology
To serve as consultants to the medical community and patients for the care of complex women’s health issues

Care Areas

Family Planning And Contraception

Northwestern Medicine OB/GYN specialists provide you with comprehensive family planning and contraception care and educational resources. See our services.

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Gynecologic Oncology

Gynecologic cancers include any cancer found in a woman's reproductive organs.

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Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Northwestern Medicine offers a range of minimally invasive gynecologic surgical options.

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Fertility And Reproductive Medicine

Northwestern Medicine Fertility and Reproductive Medicine is widely regarded as one of the best infertility units in the country.

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Uterine Fibroid Embolization

Uterine fibroid embolization is a non-surgical therapy for fibroids.

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Women's Integrated Pelvic Health Program

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

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Conditions

Abnormal Pap Smears
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Breast Masses
Cervical Cancer
Ectopic Pregnancies
Endometrial Cancer
Endometriosis
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Irregular Periods
Menopause And Aging
Osteoporosis
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cysts
Pelvic Pain
Post Menopausal Bleeding
Preconception Counseling
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Fibroids
Vaginal Cancer
Vaginal Discharge
Vulvar and Vaginal Disorders
Vulvar Cancer

Treatments

Abdominal Hysterectomy
Birth Control
Bone Mineral Densities
Cesarean Sections
Colposcopy
Contraception for Women with Medical Problems
Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
Endometrial Ablation
HPV Testing
Hysterectomy
Hysteroscopy
IUD Insertion and Removal
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopy
Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
Pessary Fitting
Removal of Ovarian Cysts
Tubal Ligation
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Sections
Vaginal Deliveries
Vaginal Hysterectomy
Vaginal Repairs

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