Gynecology

Annual well-woman physicals are important to assess your gynecological health. A pelvic exam often is part of a routine physical exam to find possible signs of ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, sexually transmitted infections, or early-stage cancer. Pelvic exams are also done during pregnancy to check the cervix for signs of problems.

Almost every person who is sexually active will get HPV at some time in their life without HPV vaccination. About 14 million Americans, including teens, become infected with HPV each year. While most HPV infections will go away on their own, infections that don’t go away can cause certain types of cancer.

Your gynecologist can help you with reversible or permanent options, such as implants, IUDs, and tubal ligation.

We offer evaluations, medications and specialty referrals, as needed, for couples struggling with infertility.

We treat common gynecological conditions such as painful periods, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding and cysts.

When you're ready to start a family, an obstetrician at KCH will help you through your pregnancy and through the birthing process. Our team delivers babies in the new state-of-art Ann Schnormeier Center for Birthing Care located in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion. Click here for a picture tour.

Certified nurse midwives (CNMs) are registered nurses with graduate certification in midwifery from accredited programs recognized by the American College of Nurse-Midwives. CNMs have passed the Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) exam and hold an APRN Certificate of Authority as a Nurse-Midwife certified by the State of Ohio Board of Nursing.

Our experts perform a range of procedures, including:

• Endometrial ablation
• Endometrial biopsy
• Colposcopy
• Intrauterine device insertion
• Nexplanon implantation
• LEEP
• Sonohysterogram
• Ultrasound

We offer traditional and Minimally Invasive Surgeries which include:

• Diagnostic laparoscopy
• Total laparoscopic hysterectomy
• Abdominal hysterectomy
• Vaginal hysterectomy
• Dilation and curettage
• Tubal ligation-same as Sterilization?
• Incontinence surgery
• Prolapse surgery

We help women abnormal bleeding, hot flashes and other symptoms.

We offer a variety of methods to treat incontinence including pessaries.

A pelvic organ prolapse is when one or more organs inside the pelvis slip from their usual places. The pelvis is located between the waist and thighs. Typically, muscles and tissues in the pelvic region support the pelvic organs and hold them in place. Your KCH gynecologist will help you determine whether a surgical or non-surgical treatment option is the best solution for your specific condition.