Women's Health Specialist

 Your women’s health exam — well-woman visit — is a preventive care  screening dedicated to the unique medical needs women have. At Dr. Al  Family and Urgent Care in Woodbridge, Virginia, you can get all of your  women’s health needs met under one roof. Whether your teen daughter  needs her first evaluation or you’re due for your annual exam, the  dedicated women’s health providers can help. 

Call the clinic directly to schedule an  appointment.  

Why are women’s health exams important?

Women’s  health exams — or well-woman exams — are an essential part of your  health. These preventive care evaluations are tailored to your body,  reproductive health, and any concerns you have at the time. Women’s  health exams are important to:

• Check for warning signs of gynecological and breast cancer
  
• Screen for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
  
• Find options for sexual dysfunction concerns
  
• Treat menopause-related symptoms
  
• Start or change birth control

The  purpose of women’s health care services are to ensure you’re in good  health at every age and to provide treatments if you have any health  issues. 

Whether  you’re due for an annual well-woman exam or are experiencing new  symptoms, Dr. Al Family and Urgent Care providers help you throughout  every step of your evaluation. Your doctor may recommend any of the  following screenings, based on your age and health history:

• Hormone level check (through a blood draw)
  
• Blood pressure check
  
• Breast exam 
  
• STD testing  
  
• Pelvic exam 
  
• Pap smear
  
• Mammogram 
  
• Urinalysis 
  
• Ultrasound 

If  you want to get started on a new type of birth control, your doctor at  Dr. Al Family and Urgent Care may recommend a pregnancy test first to  ensure you aren’t pregnant. They can generally implant intrauterine  devices (IUDs) or birth control implants, or write scripts for oral  contraception, during the same visit. 

One  of the most helpful things you can do before coming in for your women’s  health appointment at Dr. Al Family and Urgent Care is to write down:

• The first day of your most recent period
  
• All concerns or questions you may have
  
• Any medications you take; prescription or over-the-counter 

You  should also avoid scheduling your women’s health exam during your  period, if possible, if you need a Pap test or STD screening. Menstrual  flow may affect your tests, which could result in inconclusive results.

Dr.  Al Family and Urgent Care offers comprehensive women’s health services  for teens, adults, and seniors. Call us to book your women’s health appointment  today.