Women’s health (OBGYN)

Caring for you at every stage of life

From routine gynecological care to guidance during pregnancy to treatment for more complex conditions, our women’s health providers support you in every phase of life.

Taking care of your health through regular preventive care is one of the best things you can do for yourself. Our OBGYNs (obstetricians-gynecologists) and family medicine providers offer well-woman exams, including breast exams, HPV vaccinations and Pap smears as part of our comprehensive women’s health care.

No matter what season of life you’re in, we’re here to support you. Our women’s health specialists also offer pediatric and adolescent care.

Women’s health conditions we treat

Our women’s health providers diagnose and treat a range of conditions. We take a multidisciplinary approach, working closely with your family medicine provider and other specialists when needed to provide comprehensive gynecological care for patients of all ages, including pediatric and adolescent care.

Some of the women’s health conditions we treat include:

Gynecological conditions

• Abnormal bleeding
• Endometriosis
• Fibroids
• Menopause
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Sexual dysfunction
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Vaginal pain
• Yeast infections

Pregnancy and related conditions

• Abnormal bleeding during pregnancy
• Fertility issues
• Cesarian section surgery and post-op care
• Gestational diabetes
• High-risk pregnancy
• Preeclampsia
• Postpartum depression

Urological conditions

• Pelvic floor disorder
• Incontinence
• Overactive bladder
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Urinary tract infections

Cancer care

• Breast cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Endometrial cancer
• Gynecologic cancer

Women’s health treatments and services

Your healthcare needs evolve throughout the different stages of life. Our OBGYN specialists are here to provide the right care, at the right time — from annual well-woman visits to pregnancy care and beyond.

Preventive care

Our team of women’s health specialists will collaborate with your family medicine provider to help keep you healthy at every age. Some of the routine care services we offer include annual well-woman exams, Pap smears and breast exams.

Sexual health

From testing for sexually transmitted infections to help choosing the right birth control, our women’s health experts are here to answer your questions. We offer a range of contraceptive options and can help you find the method that suits you best, including:

• Oral contraceptives
• Barrier methods, like condoms and diaphragms
• Contraceptive patches and rings
• Injections, like Depo-Provera
• Intrauterine devices (IUDs) such as Mirena®, ParaGard®, Skyla® and Kyleena
• Nexplanon®, a device implanted in the arm
• Female surgical sterilization

Pregnancy care

When you’re ready to grow your family, we’re here to support you at every stage of your pregnancy. From your first ultrasound to preparing for childbirth, our OBGYN team is dedicated to keeping you and your baby healthy every step of the way.

Some of the services we provide include:

• Lab testing
• Ultrasounds
• Prenatal nutrition counseling
• Support for gestational diabetes
• Non-stress test fetal monitoring

Maternity care

Delivering your baby is a special experience for your whole family. Our Women’s and Children’s Unit at Mount Nittany Medical Center provides a comfortable, modern setting for you and your loved ones throughout your birth experience.

We offer tours of the labor and delivery unit, as well as newborn care classes for families on the third Thursday of every month. We also provide free virtual childbirth classes to help prepare you for the arrival of your little one.

Surgical services

Our gynecological surgery team uses advanced da Vinci robot technology to perform minimally invasive procedures, helping you heal better, faster. Some common surgeries include:

• Diagnostic and operative laparoscopy
• Dilation and curettage with hysteroscopy
• Laparoscopic hysterectomy
• Laparoscopic tubal sterilization
• Laser surgery
• NovaSure® endometrial ablation for addressing abnormal uterine bleeding

Meet our OBGYN team

Our women’s health team includes board-certified OBGYNs, here to provide personalized care at every stage of your journey.

Women’s health at Mount Nittany Health

We offer comprehensive women’s health care close to home. What makes us different?

• Holistic, personalized care: Our OBGYN specialists provide compassionate care for your unique needs at every stage of life.
• Minimally invasive treatment: Our team uses advanced da Vinci surgical robot technology to perform minimally invasive gynecological surgeries with greater precision and faster recovery.
• Women’s health experts: Our team of women’s health providers, many whom are board-certified, has extensive experience caring for patients of all ages and life stages. We take a multidisciplinary approach for complex conditions, such as high-risk pregnancies, working with specialists to ensure you receive the best possible care.
• Care close to home: With two locations in Central PA, our women’s health team offers advanced care and leading-edge technology right in your community.