Women’s Health Care in South Charleston, WV
Women have unique health needs at every stage of life — and they deserve a care team that truly understands those needs. At Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV , board-certified OB/GYN Kiran Patel, MD, board-certified family medicine physician Leela Patel, MD, and their experienced team provide exceptional women’s health care from adolescence through menopause and beyond.
Whether you need routine preventive care, management of a gynecological condition, or support through pregnancy or menopause, we are here for you every step of the way. Call (304) 766-4300 or use our online booking tool to schedule your appointment today.
What Is Women’s Health Care?
Women’s health care provides comprehensive medical support for the specific physical, reproductive, and hormonal needs of women throughout every stage of life. At Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV , our women’s health services are designed to help you prevent disease, identify and diagnose gynecological conditions early, provide effective treatment and long-term management, and support your health during pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause.
What Women’s Health Services Are Available at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offers a full spectrum of women’s health services for patients throughout South Charleston, WV , South Charleston, Huntington, Davis Creek, Jefferson, Wilson, and surrounding Kanawha County communities, including:
- Routine gynecological visits and annual well-woman exams
- Birth control prescriptions and counseling
- Placement of Liletta® and Paragard® IUDs
- Insertion of Nexplanon® contraceptive implants
- Pap smears and cervical cancer screening
- Infertility evaluation and counseling
- Breast cancer and ovarian cancer screenings
- Abnormal Pap smear follow-up and cervical dysplasia management
- Colposcopy
- NovaSure® endometrial ablation for heavy menstrual bleeding
- da Vinci® robotic hysterectomy and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
- STD screening and sexual health services
Our team also provides expert care and management for more complex women’s health conditions, including breast and gynecologic cancers, anxiety and depression, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, abnormal uterine bleeding, and pelvic pain.
What Can I Expect During a Women’s Health Exam?
Your women’s health exam at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc begins with a thorough review of your personal and family medical history, along with a discussion of any health concerns, symptoms, or questions you want to address. Your provider takes the time to listen and ensure all of your concerns are fully understood before the physical exam begins.
Depending on your age, health history, and symptoms, your provider may recommend:
- Blood and urine testing — available on-site through our LabCorp partnership
- Pap smear and cervical cancer screening
- Mammogram referral for breast cancer screening
- Bone density testing
- STD screening if symptoms or concerns are present
- In-office ultrasound for gynecological evaluation
Every women’s health exam includes a pelvic exam, during which your provider examines the vagina, cervix, and internal pelvic organs, as well as a clinical breast exam to check for any abnormalities in breast tissue. Women’s health exams including a pelvic exam are recommended beginning around age 21 and continuing annually through menopause and beyond.
Your health needs will evolve over the years — but your need for expert, compassionate care never changes. Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc is proud to serve as your long-term women’s health partner in South Charleston, WV and throughout Kanawha County.
We see patients from the following communities: South Charleston, Huntington, Davis Creek, Jefferson, Wilson, and surrounding West Virginia areas. Call (304) 766-4300 to book your appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions – Women’s Health Care in South Charleston, WV
What is a well-woman exam and how often should I have one?
A well-woman exam is a comprehensive annual health visit that includes a review of your medical history, a pelvic exam, a clinical breast exam, and age-appropriate screenings such as a Pap smear, blood work, and STD testing. Most women should have a well-woman exam every year beginning at age 21. Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV provides thorough, personalized well-woman exams for patients throughout Kanawha County and surrounding communities.
What gynecological conditions does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc treat?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc provides diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of gynecological conditions including endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, cervical dysplasia, pelvic organ prolapse, anxiety and depression, and breast and gynecologic cancers. Both surgical and non-surgical treatment options are available.
At what age should I start seeing an OB/GYN for women’s health care?
Most women should schedule their first OB/GYN visit between the ages of 13 and 15 for an introductory consultation, and begin regular well-woman exams including Pap smears at age 21. However, women of any age who are sexually active or experiencing reproductive health concerns should schedule an appointment sooner. Call (304) 766-4300 to arrange your visit at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV .
Does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer birth control services for women in South Charleston, WV ?
Yes. Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offers a comprehensive range of birth control options including birth control pills, Liletta® and Paragard® IUDs, Nexplanon® implants, hormonal injections, patches, vaginal rings, and natural family planning counseling. All IUD and implant insertions are performed right in our South Charleston, WV office.
Does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc provide menopause management?
Yes. Women’s health care at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc extends through menopause and beyond. Our team provides management of menopausal symptoms, hormone therapy counseling, bone density evaluation, cardiovascular risk assessment, and ongoing preventive care to support your health during this significant life transition. Call (304) 766-4300 to schedule a menopause consultation in South Charleston, WV .
What cancer screenings are available for women at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offers cervical cancer screening through Pap smears and HPV testing, breast cancer screening through clinical breast exams and mammogram referrals, and ovarian cancer evaluation. Your provider will recommend a screening schedule based on your age, family history, and individual risk factors.
Which communities near South Charleston, WV does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc serve?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc welcomes patients from throughout South Charleston, WV and the greater Kanawha County area, including South Charleston, Huntington, Davis Creek, Jefferson, Wilson, and surrounding West Virginia communities. Call (304) 766-4300 to schedule your women’s health appointment today.