Women's Health

I feel good, do I really need a women’s health checkup?

Yes. The Riverside Primary Care Clinic team recommends that everyone with female reproductive organs schedule a women’s health checkup annually, even if they feel healthy. Many chronic illnesses, like breast and cervical cancer, present few symptoms at first. Regular screenings can alert you early, when diseases usually best respond to treatment.

Routine visits to Riverside Primary Care Clinic can alert you to underlying medical issues, help you stay on top of your health, and provide peace of mind.

What services does women’s health provide?

The Riverside Primary Care Clinic team offers various women’s health services, including:

Pap smears

A Pap smear is a preventive screening that assesses your risk of cervical cancer. During a Pap smear, your provider collects a sample of cervical cells and sends them to a lab for analysis. Most women should undergo a Pap smear every three to five years.

Breast exams

During a breast exam, your provider feels your breasts for lumps, bumps, or other abnormalities. If they find anything unusual, they refer you to a nearby radiology facility for a mammogram (breast X-ray).

Family planning

Family planning is a women’s health subspecialty that focuses on pregnancy and birth control. Your provider can recommend prenatal vitamins if you’re trying to start a family. Likewise, they can prescribe oral contraceptives or an intrauterine device (IUD) if you’re sexually active but don’t want to have children.

Vaccines

Vaccines teach your immune system to defend itself against harmful invaders, like viruses and bacteria. Staying current on your vaccines is one of the easiest ways to protect your health in the long term.

Treatment of menopausal symptoms

Menopause occurs after you’ve gone an entire year without having a menstrual period. It’s a natural part of aging but presents uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and weight gain. Riverside Primary Care Clinic offers several types of treatment, including bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

What should I bring to a women’s health checkup?

Bring the following items to your women’s health checkup at Riverside Primary Care Clinic:

• Health insurance information
• Names of the prescriptions, vitamins, and supplements you use
• Questions or concerns you have for your doctor
• Results from recent medical tests, such as blood work, urinalysis, or X-rays

Call Riverside Primary Care Clinic today to schedule a women’s health checkup, or book your appointment online.