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...
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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...
Do I need to worry about preeclampsia?
By Dr. Schmidt Many pregnant women have heard of preeclampsia, but few understand it unless it happens to them. Here at Women’s Health Specialists, we always want our patients to be well-educated and prepared for what may happen during pregnancy. Read on to learn...
Dr. Cherney sheds some light on infertility awareness
Dr. Cherney was recently on WHBY and WLUK to talk about infertility awareness. This is a difficult topic but also very important to talk about. Tune in below and call us at (920) 749-4000 if you think you may be suffering from infertility. There is hope! Listen...
National Nurses’ Week: Fun Facts from our Nursing Staff
In honor of National Nurses’ Week, we asked our amazing nursing staff some fun questions and gathered their answers below. We are so thankful for their incredible dedication to giving you, our wonderful patients, the best care possible. Nurses, thank you for all you...
Dr. Kelly Kennedy featured on WHBY
Our very own Dr. Kelly Kennedy was recently featured on WHBY’s Focus Fox Valley with Hayley Tenpas to talk about endometriosis. Take a moment to listen to the clip via the link below! https://www.whby.com/2019/04/10/volunteer-opportunities-and-endometriosis-awareness/
What’s the difference between an OBGYN, midwife, APNP and family physician?
by Dr. Tina Ramsey Have you ever wondered whether you should be making an appointment with an obstetrician/gynecologist (OBGYN), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) or a family care physician? These terms can be confusing and not...
Women’s Health Specialists hires Pa Kou Thao as new APNP
Women’s Health Specialists, S.C., the leading provider of prenatal and women’s health care in the Fox Valley, has hired Pa Kou Thao as its new Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP). In this role, Thao will see patients and assist the doctors at Women’s Health...
The lowdown on STI’s: What are they and how to prevent them?
By Connie Masak Did you know that April is STI Awareness Month? Sexually transmitted infections (STI’s), sometimes referred to as sexually transmitted diseases, are the most common infections in the United States. While each STI has different symptoms, the most common...