Services
Women’s Health
Caring for you at any age, and every stage
At Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, our women’s health services are designed to meet your health needs at every stage of life, from adolescence and childbirth through menopause and beyond. Our compassionate, specialized team provides a full range of care to help you stay healthy, overcome issues, and achieve all the milestones you envision throughout your life.
Comprehensive care, compassionate support
Our team of providers bring their expertise and years of experience to providing comprehensive care to women of all ages. Whether you’re pregnant, concerned about your breast or bone health, or troubled by symptoms of menopause, you can rest assured we will treat you with compassion, respect, and the utmost attention to your well-being. Services or issues we help with include:
Our services
Our specialized healthcare services are here for you through every year and stage of your life.
Annual well-woman exam
Annual well-woman exams are an important part of your healthcare. During this annual check-up, it’s your opportunity to share your concerns, or discuss any changes to your health. To get a picture of your health and depending on your age, health history or specific needs, your provider may conduct tests, and request additional exams or screenings, including:
- Breast exam
- Mammogram
- Pap smear
- Pelvic exam
- Ultrasound
- Diagnostic screenings or tests
Pregnancy and childbirth
Having a new addition to your growing family is one of the most life-changing events and our team of providers are here to support you every step of the way.
From prenatal visits to delivery, our providers are here to keep you and your baby healthy. Prenatal visits will help you understand what’s happening to your body, ensure that you and your baby are getting the care you need and allow you to share your concerns with us throughout your pregnancy until delivery.
To keep your experience seamless and ensure you get the best care, your provider may also deliver your baby, and help support you after birth. Learn more about our maternity services Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Family Birth Center.
Gynecology/pelvic health
As women age, pelvic issues become more common. Our team works with you to understand how pelvic issues are affecting you medically and emotionally. We provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of pelvic pain that may be caused by fibroids, endometriosis, or organ prolapse. We also evaluate and treat incontinence disorders. Interventions may include physical therapy, pelvic ultrasounds, educational, and fitness-oriented pelvic health program as well as connecting you with other specialists for surgery.
Incontinence
Due to many factors, women can develop urinary incontinence, whether during pregnancy, after childbirth, or due to hormonal changes that come with menopause. Your provider can help diagnose and offer treatment solutions to address incontinence.
Breast health and 3D mammography
The American Cancer Society recommends that women who have an average risk of breast cancer get a mammogram annually starting at age 40 or earlier for those with family history. Women at higher risk should check with their healthcare provider for screening recommendations.
To provide the highest level of care, we offer advanced three-dimensional (3D) mammography which allows for better detection, a clearer view of tissue, and fewer false positive results. 3D mammography is especially useful for women with dense breast tissue.
Bone health
It is natural for bones to weaken with age. As people grow older, bones can become more brittle and porous as their mineral content is reduced. Such problems can be symptoms of osteoporosis, a condition that is more prevalent among women and will not be noticeable until a minor incident results in a fracture or some other significant injury.
That’s why we offer advanced testing for osteoporosis to help prevent injuries and for earlier detection when dietary changes, exercises, or medication can slow its progression. A bone density scan uses low-dose X-rays to measure the density of the bones, which tell us about the strength of your bones.
