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Women’s care is hardly “the same issue over and over again.” Women’s reproductive health and wellness needs continue to evolve over time. A woman in her 20s has very different needs than one in her 40s, and has very different […]

Here at Overlake OB/GYN, we try to focus on the positives of menopause, rather than wallowing in the potential negatives. Many of our clients sail through menopause relatively unscathed, or with a minimal amount of side effects, and truly appreciate […]

  Whew! Menopause. It happens to every woman. For some, it is a dreaded event, symbolizing the end of the fertile years and life as a younger woman. For others, it is a time to celebrate – for the exact […]

The word “TUMOR” strikes fear in the hearts of all who hear it because they automatically jump to the “cancer” conclusion. However, the overwhelming majority of tumors are completely benign (not cancerous!). If you have been diagnosed with fibroid tumors, […]

Tired of listening to the negative stories about menopause? So are we! We see hundreds of women in their menopause years with bright shining faces (no, the shine is not related to hot flashes!) and energetic spirits who are loving […]

  There is much more involved in an annual visit to your OB/GYN than a pap test. Not only does your visit help to build a rapport with the individual who is privy to some of the most intimate details […]

When most people think of heart disease, they think of men. This isn’t a surprise, really—heart disease is the leading cause of death for men across most demographics, according to the Centers for Disease Control. However, most people stop at […]

Normal menopause, the cessation of ovulation, occurs around age 51 for women who live in the U.S. Your doctor will determine you’ve officially reached menopause once you have not had a period for 12 consecutive months. In most cases, women […]