Well Woman Exam

Skipping wellness exams increases the risk of minor health concerns developing into something more serious. At Muskogee Family Practice in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Monica Hoog-Gage, ARNP, CNP, offers comprehensive well-woman exams to screen for potential problems and provide preventive care. Schedule your next annual exam by calling the office today.

What is a well-woman exam?

A well-woman exam at Muskogee Family Practice is a comprehensive physical exam focused on health concerns women are at risk of experiencing. Monica evaluates your overall health and screens for specific medical problems. She provides preventive care that lessens your risk of developing illnesses, injuries, or diseases and tailors treatment programs to match your goals. 

Which conditions do well-woman exams screen for?

Well-woman exams with Monica can screen for the following conditions and more:

• Breast cancer 
• Cervical cancer
• Gynecological conditions (fibroids, endometriosis, cysts, etc.)
• Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Arthritis
• Anemia and other nutrient deficiencies
• Thyroid disorders
• Hormone imbalance
• Osteoporosis 
• Depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions 

Early detection of many of these conditions reduces the risk of developing complications, some of which are serious or life-threatening. 

What should I expect during well-woman exams?

During well-woman exams at Muskogee Family Practice, Monica weighs you and checks your blood pressure and other vital signs. She discusses your medical history and asks about your medications, lifestyle habits, and symptoms you may have.

Monical completes a physical exam that may include a breast exam to screen for breast cancer and pelvic exam and Pap smear to screen for cervical cancer and other gynecological conditions. She also evaluates your breathing, heartbeat, reflexes, and more.

Monica might order an ultrasound, blood tests, urine tests, STD tests, or other diagnostic screenings if necessary to create the most effective treatment plan.

Muskogee Family Practice offers the following:

• Vaccinations
• Birth control
• Medically supervised weight loss
• Weight management
• Nutrition education
• Dietary supplement recommendations
• Medication management
• STD treatment
• Chronic disease management
• Mental health services
• Referrals

Monica provides referrals to OB/GYN specialists if needed because of a complex women’s health concern or if you become pregnant. 

How often should I schedule a well-woman exam?

Schedule a well-woman exam at Muskogee Family Practice once a year to complete a women’s health evaluation. You might need more frequent visits depending on your health and disease risk factors. Call the office if you have questions or concerns about your health, develop new or unusual symptoms, or become ill.

Schedule a well-woman exam at Muskogee Family Practice by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.