Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn is an Obstetrics & Gynecology practice in Philadelphia, PA 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 Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn 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.

Reproductive Endocrinology

Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn is a Reproductive Endocrinology practice in Philadelphia, PA with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating disorders of the human reproductive system. Reproductive Endocrinologists at Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn 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.

Gynecologic Oncology

Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn is a Gynecologic Oncology practice in Philadelphia, PA with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in gynecologic cancers. Gynecologic Oncologists at Univ Of Penn - Ob/Gyn 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.