Gynecology

Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom provides high-quality gynecology care to optimize the sexual and reproductive health of adult women and adolescent girls. The office is fully equipped with the latest technologies to diagnose and treat a range of acute and chronic conditions, including endometriosis and infertility. Timothy Phelan, MD, FACOG, and Mandi O’Brien, MSN, FNP-BC, also provide annual wellness exams and other preventive screenings to lower your risk factors for disease. Call the Folsom, California, office today to schedule a gynecology appointment or book a consultation online.

What is gynecology?

Gynecology is a field of medicine that focuses on the health and function of the female reproductive system. A gynecologist has extensive experience diagnosing and treating a range of acute and chronic diseases that affect a woman’s reproductive and sexual wellness.

Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom provides comprehensive gynecology care for adult women and adolescent girls, including in-office diagnostic testing, preventive screenings, and customized treatment plans.

The medical team also provides educational resources that adults and adolescents can use to optimize their long-term health and lower risk factors for reproductive cancers and other diseases.

When should I schedule a gynecology appointment?

Sexually active teens and adults should schedule annual wellness exams at Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom as part of their preventive health care plan.

You can also book a diagnostic evaluation if you experience unusual symptoms that affect your reproductive or sexual health, such as:

• Pelvic pain
• Heavy periods
• Urinary incontinence
• Irregular or missed periods
• Painful menstrual cramps
• Vaginal dryness or irritation
• Difficulties getting pregnant (infertility)

If you have unprotected sex, schedule an appointment for sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing. You can also meet with the team if you have questions about your sexual wellness, have pain during sex, or experience changes in your sex drive.

Women transitioning into menopause can access resources like bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to manage symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats.

What can I expect during my first gynecology appointment?

During your initial gynecology appointment at Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom, the team meets with you to review your personal and family medical histories. This helps them identify risk factors for certain health issues and determine what you need to stay healthy and active.

The team may also complete a pelvic exam, Pap smear, STD testing, and other screenings to assess your reproductive health. If they identify abnormal growths or other gynecologic issues, they discuss what treatments you need.

Your initial gynecology appointment is a great time to discuss your options for contraception to prevent unintended pregnancy. The team can also recommend immunizations to protect against human papillomavirus (HPV) infections that spread through sexual contact.

Call Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom today to schedule a gynecology consultation. You can also use the online feature to book an appointment.