GYN and Annual Exams Education

Dr. Mariya Zhukova (“Dr. Z”) of Cherokee Women’s Health says, “I loved seeing my first delivery, and I especially connected ...

Yes, it’s possible to have great sex after menopause! One of the most common complaints among menopausal women is a ...

The importance of vaginal health should not be taken lightly. It’s not just about sex. It means being aware of ...

PMS (premenstrual syndrome) affects most women at one time or another. In fact, it’s estimated that three out of four ...

“Exercise. Eat right. Move more. Don’t snack.” Sure, we’ve all heard these things a million times when we’re trying to ...

HRT, which stands for hormone replacement therapy, is exactly as the name implies — a treatment to replenish flagging hormones ...

You always knew menopause would happen. You may have even looked forward to getting rid of those bulky pads, contraceptive ...

It’s estimated that 20% of women suffer from depression during the time leading up to menopause (perimenopause) and throughout menopause ...

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been used for decades to correct age-related hormonal imbalances in women. HRT treatments are comprised ...

As National Heart Health Month comes to a close, we’d like to touch on a disease that affects an estimated ...

An observational study conducted at the Keck School of Medicine of USC determined that intrauterine devices (IUDs) may have the ...

As women approach mid-life and start to experience menopause, many often wonder if hormone therapy is the right choice for them ...

‘Tis the season to maximize your annual insurance benefits. Get the most out of your medical benefits before the year ...

Self-breast exams are important for adult women. Approximately 1-in-8 US women will develop invasive breast cancer during her lifetime. Regular ...

Your diet impacts every aspect of your body. And, yes, that includes your vagina as well. Making healthier choices can ...

You may have heard friends, family, or co-workers talking about ‘probiotics’. If so, you likely thought that this was the ...

What is Tubal Ligation? Commonly referred to as “getting your tubes tied,” tubal ligation is a permanent surgical procedure that ...

by James Haley, MD, FACOG, FPMRS Dr. Haley Below are the 7 FAQs about Hormone Replacement Therapy I’ve encountered in ...

by James Haley, MD, FACOG, FPMRS Dr. Haley Menopause facts can be hard to come by, considering that a third ...

Choosing safer sunscreens, bug repellents and hydration products can be a daunting task with aisle after isle of options. Of ...

Visiting the gynecologist is an important part of the aging process for young women. Your doctor will give you vital ...

It is critical that women receive various health checks at different age ranges as recommended by your doctor. When you ...

When used correctly and consistently, condoms can be an effective method of birth control and provide protection from STIs. If ...

Menopause is a turning point in a woman’s life that can have a significant impact on her health and overall ...

Birth control is offered in many varieties with different instructions, so it can be confusing for women to know that ...

According to the American Cancer Society, one out of every eight women will have breast cancer. However, early detection can ...

Many women set unrealistic goals for themselves over the holidays. Setting the bar too high can cause you to become ...

A recent study has concluded that certain types of hormonal birth control can lead to depression. More than one million ...

It’s common knowledge that smoking, drinking or misusing drugs can be harmful to a growing fetus. It’s also becoming widely ...

The responsibility of Family Planning has never been easier with all of the options available to meet a patient’s health ...

Our doctors have decades of combined experience and expertise in the field of women’s health and fertility assistance. We understand your ...

A pap smear is a simple procedure which tests for abnormal cervical cells. The test is performed on an exam ...

What is Libido? Libido, very simply put, is sexual desire or sex drive. Just as there are multiple shades in ...

First Gynecology Appointment At Cherokee Women’s Health, we understand the nerves a woman may experience when making a gynecology appointment, ...

As an OB/GYN who’s a vegan, husband and father, Dr. Crigler shares his views on diet, exercise, and bringing patients a ...

What is vaginal discharge and what causes it? The vagina is similar to a corridor that leads from outside of ...

What Sets FPMRS Apart and What is ALCAT Testing? – An Interview with Dr. Haley How has being a FPMRS (Female ...

What are some of your favorite parts about your job? I really enjoy talking to my patients and caring for ...

Did you know heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year? That’s ...

Your feedback is very important to us. The doctors and staff at Cherokee Women’s Health care about what you want ...

Talking Veggies with Dr. Hale We recently sat down with Dr. Hale to chat with her about her nutrition journey ...

Dr. Britton Crigler writes about the importance of cervical cancer screening: I ran my fourth half marathon in January of ...

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If you’re pregnant, a flu shot is your best protection against serious illness from the flu. Flu is more likely ...

It’s a common misconception that women don’t need an annual checkup from their gynecologist each year. In fact, women do ...

While new mothers have a ton of new things on their minds after giving birth to a baby, one of ...

We are constantly looking for ways to make our patients’ lives easier and to help them get the information they ...

Mother’s Day kicks off the celebration of National Women’s Health Week, a week designed to encourage the women of our ...

Each October, the world begins to  “think pink” when it comes to breast cancer awareness. With statistics such as “1 ...