Megan Ramsey’s common questions about OB Ultrasounds blog 1: What is an ultrasound? During an ultrasound, an image is made by sending very high frequency sound waves into a person’s body. Those sound waves bounce off your tissues, and echo back. Those sound waves are...
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Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month (MUAM) – Sarah’s story
MY ULTRASOUND CAREER I knew that I wanted to work in healthcare for most of my high school years. I initially chose Radiologic Technology and completed my 2 year degree. I continued right into Ultrasound because I felt that I wanted more of a connection with my...
Ten questions young adults should ask their OBGYN about sexual health
By Dr. Meyer September is sexual health awareness month, and it is not only about avoiding diseases or unplanned pregnancy but is also about the overall well-being and understanding of your body. Once a woman starts becoming sexually active there are a lot of...
What are plugged ducts?
A plugged duct occurs when the milk passageways in the breast become blocked. Plugged ducts are a common problem associated with breastfeeding. They happen when the milk is not drained fully from the breast or when there is too much pressure inside the breast. Milk...
What you need to know about Ovarian Cancer
By Jeffery Cherney, MD – Obstetrician/Gynecologist One of the most devastating diagnoses for women is ovarian cancer, a disease that affects the female reproductive organs. This disease can strike at any age, but is most commonly identified in women 50 or older....
The Key to Catching Some Zzzz’s: Insomnia During Menopause
By Dr. Elina Pfaffenbach If you are a woman around the ages of 45-55 and having trouble sleeping at night, menopause might be to blame. Having trouble sleeping at night, also known as insomnia, is very common for women around menopausal age. Menopause is defined as...
What You Need to Know About Urinary Tract Infections
By Connie Masak Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are a common problem for women and can cause significant discomfort, if not treated properly. In fact, during reproductive years, women are 50 times more likely to have a UTI. Fortunately, the expert team at Women’s...
What to know before heading off to college
By Pa Kou Thao Heading off to college is such an exciting and scary time for young women, especially for those who are moving away from the comfort of home. In the young adult years, a woman’s body is still changing and there is so much to learn. Before heading...
Preparing for birth: Physically, Mentally and Socially
By Dr. Schmidt As a new mom-to-be, you are probably anxiously awaiting the arrival of your little bundle of joy. As we know, planning for a new baby can be a bit overwhelming. Not to worry, Women’s Health Specialists is here for you as you navigate this new...
Women’s Health Specialists patients can now pay their bills online
Women’s Health Specialists is happy to announce an easier and more convenient way for our patients to pay their bills online via the My ThedaCare portal. To pay your bill online please do the following: Go to mythedacare.com/login or download the MyThedaCare app in...