Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is an Obstetrics & Gynecology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating ailments of the reproductive system and related bowel, bladder, and urinary systems, as well as managing pregancy and child birthing. Obstetricians & Gynecologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform blood tests, pelvic exams, uterine and breast cancer screenings, birth control management, and reproductive system surgery. Obstetrics & Gynecology is care of a woman's reproductive health from the onset of puberty through menopause and beyond. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include yeast infections, bacterial infections, irregular menstruation, painful intercourse, discomfort of uterus, genitals, or breasts, infertility, and prolapse of the pelvic organs. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include annual pap test and pelvic exam, mamogram prescription, infertility treatment, birth control management, tubal ligation (permanent form of birth control), hysterectomy (removal of the uterus), oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries), salpingectomy (removal of the fallopian tubes) or cone biopsy (removal of precancerous cells in the cervix identified during a pap test).

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is a Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in managing critical pregnancy complications. Critical Care Medicine Obstetricians & Gynecologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform treatments for critically ill or injured mothers and their infants. Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology is the diagnosis and treatment of critical illnesses or injuries of women's reproductive system during the childbearing years. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include sepsis, cancer, and trauma. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include imaging tests, intubation, blood transfusions, and neonatal resuscitation.

An obstetrician/gynecologist, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports female patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.

Gynecology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is a Gynecology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in promoting women's wellness, especially their sexual and reproductive health. Gynecologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform preventative, diagnostic and treatment procedures on the female reproductive system. Gynecology is the medical care and maintenance of women's sex and reproductive systems throughout their natural life cycle, often integrated with general healthcare. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Gynecology practices include dysfunctions of both reproductive and general health - as they are inextricably linked. These dysfunctions commonly include: menstrual issues, acne, hormone imbalances (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, osteoporosis, diabetes, depression, and personality disorders), sexual dysfunctions, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infections, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, ovarian cysts, and cancers of the reproductive tract and breasts. Gynecologists also nurture women through natural physiological and biochemical life stages: from managing adolescence, to becoming sexually active, to becoming pregnant, to pregnancy care, to postpartum care, to perimenopause, to menopause, and healthy aging promotion. These female specialists also help women prevent disease through lifestyle modifications, and enable healing from domestic violence and sexual assault. Because gynecologists treat such a wide array of integrative issues, they often serve as women's primary health care providers. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Gynecology practices include medical and psychiatric history analysis, general wellness check-ups (including measuring vital signs and crafting nutrition plans), age appropriate breast and pelvic exams, preventative pap smears, contraception prescriptions, mammography, colonoscopy, blood pressure monitoring, immunizations, breast lump removal, and hysterectomies.

Obstetrics

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is an Obstetrics practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in medically managing pregnancy, then, both vaginal and surgical childbirth. Obstetricians at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform pregnancy monitoring and birthing support. Obstetrics is the surgical field that manages natural, medication-assisted, and/or high-risk childbirth. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Obstetrics practices include morning sickness, back and leg pain, high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, and infections. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Obstetrics practices include routine prenatal ultrasounds, measurements and tests, supervision of baby's delivery in cooperation with nurse-midwives, physician assistants, and other pregnancy care professionals.

Gynecologic Oncology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is a Gynecologic Oncology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in gynecologic cancers. Gynecologic Oncologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform diagnostic procedures and treatments to address female cancers. Gynecologic Oncology is the diagnosis and treatment of tumors on the female reproductive system. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Gynecologic Oncology practices include noncancerous growths like endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts; and ovarian, uterine, cervical, and vulvar cancer. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Gynecologic Oncology practices include collecting medical histories and educating patients and their families on cancer; performing imaging tests, blood tests, and biopsies; and creating treatment plans that may use radiation therapy, chemotherapy, intraperitoneal chemotherapy, laparoscopic surgery, and robotic surgery.

An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.

Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in caring for women with complicated or high-risk pregnancies. Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetricians & Gynecologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform prenatal care for women with high-risk pregnancies; helps manage conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure in mothers-to-be, checks for birth defects, genetic disorders, heart problems, and blood disorders in developing babies; monitors labor and delivery; manages a mother's post-pregnancy conditions. Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology is the treatment and management of high-risk pregnancy. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, seizure disorders, blood clotting disorders, or infections. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology practices include prenatal ultrasound, amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, umbilical cord sampling, or emergency surgery.

An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.

Reproductive Endocrinology

Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology is a Reproductive Endocrinology practice in Chicago, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating disorders of the human reproductive system. Reproductive Endocrinologists at Dept Of Obstetrics And Gynecology perform fertility testing, hormone level evaluation, patient education, diagnosing disorders of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries, and pregnancy testing. Reproductive Endocrinology is a medical sub-specialty of obstetrics and gynecology focused on treating infertility and disorders of human glands related to sexual reproduction. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Reproductive Endocrinology practices include infertility, sexually transmitted disease, disorders of the reproductive organs, and causes for previous miscarriage or other pregnancy-related events. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Reproductive Endocrinology practices include fertility testing, hormone level testing, pregnancy testing, laparoscopic scar tissue removal, opening blocked fallopian tubes, removing ovarian cysts, fertility counseling, nutritional counseling, and assisted reproductive techniques.

An obstetrician/gynecologist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive endocrinology and infertility.