Well Woman Exam

Well-woman visits are an important part of preventive healthcare and provide an opportunity to focus on your overall health and wellness. These visits allow us to review your medical history, discuss any concerns or symptoms you may be experiencing, update recommended screenings, and talk about ways to support your health throughout different stages of life.

The resources below provide information about what to expect during a well-woman exam, recommended preventive screenings, and common health topics that may be discussed during your visit. I hope you find these resources helpful as you take an active role in your healthcare.

New to Well-Woman Visits?  Start here.

• What Happens at an Ob-Gyn Checkup and Why? One Doctor Explains. (ACOG)

• Reasons to See Your OBGYN This Year (ACOG)

• Pelvic Exams (ACOG FAQ)

• Why Annual Pap Smears Are History – But Routine Ob-Gyn Visits Are Not (ACOG)

• Making the Most of Your Health Care Visit (ACOG)

• Recommended Videos:

  • Annual Gynecologist Exam: Frequently Asked Questions (GoodRx)

  • When To Get Routine Women's Health Screening Exams (Heather Hirsch, MD)

  • Preparing For Your First GYN Visit (Dr. Jennifer Lincoln)

  • What To Expect At Your First GYN Visit (Dr. Jennifer Lincoln)

  • Pelvic Exam Demonstration (Dr. Jennifer Lincoln)

  • Pap smear vs Pelvic Exam (White Coat Mama)

  • Understanding The Pelvic Exam  (Dr. Jennifer Lincoln)

  • Understanding a Tilted Uterus (Natalie Crawford, MD)

  • Going to the OBGYN as a Trauma Survivor  (Dr. Jennifer Lincoln)

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