Women’s Health Specialist

Women can count on comprehensive health care services provided by the experienced doctors at Boerne Family Medicine. Our dedication to promoting women’s health is evident in the diverse services we offer: From annual well-woman exams and weight-loss support to treatment for urinary incontinence and menopause. If it’s time for a yearly exam or you have any questions about women’s health, call the office in Boerne, Texas, or use the convenient online make an appointment feature.

Women’s Health Q & A

Why are annual well-woman exams important?

A comprehensive well-woman exam does more than provide your yearly gynecological examination; annual exams focus on preventive health care.

When your doctor detects subtle changes hinting at a problem at an early stage, you can prevent or treat them long before they turn into a significant condition. Your doctor can identify these changes when you go in for routine health care.

Here’s one more good reason to schedule an annual physical: This is dedicated time to talk with your doctor — whether you have concerns about your sex life, weight loss, or dealing with anxiety.

What should you expect during a well-woman exam?

Your annual exam includes all of the basics of preventive health care.

Your doctor measures your weight, blood pressure, and heart rate and checks your heart and lungs. Your doctor may also order lab tests to check for chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and thyroid conditions.

During a well-woman exam, you also receive some or all of the following services:

  • Breast exam
  • Pelvic exam with Pap smear
  • Blood tests, as required
  • Screening for chronic diseases, such as diabetes and high blood pressure
  • Family planning, including preconception counseling and birth control
  • Testing for sexually transmitted diseases
  • Risk assessment for osteoporosis

Depending on your age and overall health, your doctor at Boerne Family Medicine may recommend immunizations or specialized screenings, such as a mammogram to look for breast cancer.

What specialized services are available?

While they’re not routinely part of an annual well-woman exam, the doctors at Boerne Family Medicine provide many other services that you may want to include during your checkup:

Menopause management

Your levels of estrogen can begin to drop any time during your 40s or 50s, causing symptoms long before you reach menopause. Talk to your doctor during your annual exam if you experience:

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Mood changes
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Painful intercourse
  • Low sex drive

Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a common problem that develops as women age. Medical solutions are available and can be discussed during your well-woman exam.

Weight-loss support

The team at Boerne Family Medicine are dedicated to providing weight-loss support, nutritional counseling, and help with diets.

Please stay in charge of your health and wellness — call or book a well-woman exam with Boerne Family Medicine online.