Laramie Physicians For Women, PC

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Laramie Physicians For Women, PC is an Obstetrics & Gynecology practice in Laramie, WY 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 Laramie Physicians For Women, PC 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.

Midwifery

Laramie Physicians For Women, PC is a Midwifery practice in Laramie, WY with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in providing holistic, non-invasive care, education, and emotional support for pregnant women before, during, and after birthing. Midwives at Laramie Physicians For Women, PC perform healthcare services for women throughout pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum adjustment to motherhood. Midwifery is the profession of assisting women in prenatal care, childbirth, and postpartum transition, informed by the belief that pregnancy and childbirth are natural life processes, not medical conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Midwifery practices include vaginal yeast infections, post partum depression, unnecessary technological or pharmaceutical interventions. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Midwifery practices include pelvic exams, pap smears, breast exams, birth plan creation, parenting education, monitoring and support during labor and childbirth, breastfeeding instruction, newborn care education, and postpartum emotional support.

A Midwife is a trained professional with special expertise in supporting women to maintain a healthy pregnancy birth, offering expert individualized care, education, counseling, and support to a woman and her newborn throughout the childbearing cycle. A Midwife is a skilled and independent practitioner who has undergone formalized training. Midwives are not required to be nurses and may be trained via multiple routes of education (apprenticeship, workshop, formal classes, or programs, etc., usually a combination). The educational background requirements and licensing requirements vary by state. The Midwife may or may not be certified by a state or national organization.

Adolescent Pediatric Medicine

Laramie Physicians For Women, PC is an Adolescent Pediatric Medicine practice in Laramie, WY with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in helping teens and young adults with their complex physical, emotional, and behavioral health. Adolescent Medicine Pediatricians at Laramie Physicians For Women, PC perform medical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting patients older than 11 and younger than 21. Adolescent Pediatric Medicine is a medical specialty focusing on patient's who are in the adolescent period of development. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Adolescent Pediatric Medicine practices include ear, sinus, and throat infections, asthma, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), pregnancy and contraception, food allergies and intolerances, acne, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bronchitis, diarrhea, vomiting, pinkeye, and skin rashes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adolescent Pediatric Medicine practices include physical examinations, diagnosing childhood illnesses, giving vaccines, prescribing medication, providing education about childhood health, safety, and nutrition, and referring your child to other medical specialists as needed.

A pediatrician who specializes in adolescent medicine is a multi-disciplinary healthcare specialist trained in the unique physical, psychological and social characteristics of adolescents, their healthcare problems and needs.