With the arrival of fall, many families are beginning to plan Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. For most women and many of our patients, holiday planning requires traveling to a not so close destination to see loved ones and friends. For our pregnant patients, this means the inevitable question … [Read more...]
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To Douche or Not to Douche?
[frame_left][/frame_left]As a gynecologist, one of the most common complaints from women is a complaint of vaginal discharge with odor or itching. There are a plethora of over the counter creams and ointments that claim to improve these symptoms. Some of the options being offered can be effective … [Read more...]
Whooping Cough Returns: The Need For Postpartum Pertussis Vaccination
Most of us received our routine vaccinations in childhood. Our parents knew the great benefits that vaccines provide and that these benefits greatly outweighed the risks associated with vaccines. These vaccines have protected us from common, preventable diseases throughout our life. However, as many … [Read more...]
Fosamax : Good or Bad?
Osteoporosis is a growing health problem in our aging population. The death secondary from complications of a hip fracture are equal to the death from breast cancer in our country. [frame_right][/frame_right]Fosamax is the first of four medications that have been developed in our fight against … [Read more...]
da Vinci Myomectomy: Removing Fibroids With Minimally Invasive Surgery
Fibroid tumors are one of the most common reasons women undergo hysterectomies. In fact, one in every four women have fibroid tumors. Most fibroids are not problematic, but when fibroids become large or are located in certain areas of the uterus, fibroids can become bothersome. They cause heavy … [Read more...]
Is Postmenopausal Bleeding Normal?
I was inspired to write a blog post on postmenopausal bleeding due to one of my patient's recent experiences. My patient came in to our OB/GYN office for her pap smear and exam. It had been two years since I had seen her in the office. She was postmenopausal and had only some spotting which had … [Read more...]
da Vinci Hysterectomies Offer Many Advantages
Background on Hysterectomies Each year more than half a million women in the United States undergo a hysterectomy, or surgical removal of the uterus. One in three women will experience the surgical procedure before she turns 60. Hysterectomy is the second most common surgical procedure for women … [Read more...]
HPV Education is the First Step Towards Making the Right Decision
There has been a great deal of controversy about HPV, which stands for Human Pappilloma Virus. While a large number of pediatricians and gynecologists are recommending the vaccine, many parents are confused about the virus due to false information and fake incidents placed on social media websites … [Read more...]
When Should My Daughter Have Her First Gynecological Exam?
As an OB/GYN doctor, I am often asked by my patients, "When should I bring in my daughter for her first gynecological exam?" While there is no concrete answer to this question, I hope this response will provide guidance and some peace of mind. The pediatrician will usually care for your daughter … [Read more...]
Dr. Dorfman Announces His Retirement
After 37 years in private practice, Dr. Stanley Dorfman has decided to retire. Dr. Dorfman was a founding partner of Associated Obstetrics and Gynecology, and has also served as Chief of Staff of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland. He’ll continue in a part-time role with St. Joseph’s as the Physician … [Read more...]