A woman requires specialized care throughout her life. From adolescence through menopause, our doctors at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center are here to help you maintain your gynecologic health.

Care for Adolescents and Teenagers

This is the beginning of “womanhood.” It is an exciting time with many changes, both physical and emotional. Young women may have many questions about their menstrual cycle and their changing bodies. At MedStar Franklin Square, we offer special counseling aimed at teenagers, including:

• Fitness and nutrition counseling
• First gynecological appointment
• Psychosocial evaluation
• Birth control options

Care During Pre-Conception or Pre-Pregnancy

Perhaps you are thinking about starting a family. Caring for your baby starts even before conception. If you are conceiving or trying to conceive, we can help. Talk to us about:

• Fitness and nutrition counseling
• Comprehensive exam
• Laboratory tests
• Screening for common health problems, such as thyroid disorders, autoimmune disorders and preexisting health conditions

Care during Fertility and Pregnancy

If you are pregnant, you need to take the best possible care of your body. Make sure you visit your doctor regularly for exams and ultrasounds. We offer counseling on pregnancy health and wellness, as well as how you can keep fit and active as your body grows to accommodate new life.

If you have a high-risk pregnancy, rest assured that you are in the most capable and compassionate hands at MedStar Franklin Square. And, after childbirth, we offer lactation support and post-partum care.

If you are trying to become pregnant but have not been successful, you may be a candidate for fertility treatments. Request an appointment to discuss your options with one of our doctors.

Care during Post-Childbearing Years

During these years, regular health care, including pap smears, breast exams and mammograms, are necessary to maintain your gynecologic health. Don’t put off making an appointment with one of our doctors. Take care of yourself today to ensure a healthy future. We also offer counseling in:

• Health and nutrition
• Weight loss management
• Breast health
• Bone health
• Birth control

Peri-Menopausal Years

During this stage, which may last up to 10 years, you experience symptoms of menopause but you do not have true menopause. We offer:

• Suggestions to help with symptoms related to menopause 
• Hormone replacement therapy
• Important screenings for this time of your life

Menopause

True menopause is defined as not menstruating for a full 12 months. In addition to regular gynecologic care, we offer counseling in:

• Bone health
• Nutrition and fitness
• Specialized Women’s Health Programs

Our Women's Health Nurse Navigator

Michele Oseroff, our nurse navigator for Women’s Services, is here to support you throughout your health care experience, at any stage of life. Michele will answer any healthcare questions you may have and she can explain in detail the care prescribed to you by your doctor. In addition, Michele will help you coordinate referrals, contact specialists and schedule doctor’s appointments. She is your healthcare GPS, offering you Great Personal Service—for FREE.

Michele will make sure you receive the support you need at MedStar Franklin Square. Contact Michele at 443-777-4GPS (4477).