Women's Health

What is women’s health?

Women’s health is an area of medical care that focuses on the unique health needs of women. Women’s life stages center around their reproductive organs, starting with their first period and ending with menopause. 

Throughout each life stage, women may experience various issues related to their reproductive organs that affect their physical or emotional well-being. Their reproductive organs also put them at greater risk of developing specific health issues and types of cancer. 

Women’s health focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing health issues and conditions that affect women.

What are some of the women’s health services?

Pineapple Healthcare is a one-stop -shop that aims to provide all essential health services you need. Some of the women’s health services include:

Primary care

Primary care is your first point of contact whenever you require medical services. This includes your annual physical exam, sick care, and everything in between. 

Behavioral health

Pineapple Healthcare provides comprehensive behavioral health, providing tools to create positive changes that improve your mental and physical well-being. 

For patients in need of psychiatric medication, the team uses GeneSight®, a genetic test that helps identify the best medication to manage your mental health symptoms. 

Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing

STDs affect all people. However, women face graver health complications from STDs like gynecological cancer and infertility. Pineapple Healthcare provides fast, low-cost STD testing and treatment. 

Birth control

Birth control is also part of women’s health at Pineapple Healthcare. The team talks to you about your birth control options and helps you get the one that best meets your family planning needs. 

Pineapple Healthcare offers Nexplanon®, a long-term reversible contraceptive (LARC) implant device the team places in your upper arm. 

Infectious disease management

Pineapple Healthcare specializes in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases like hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS.

What can I expect during a women’s health appointment?

The specifics of your women’s health appointment at Pineapple Healthcare depend on your needs. However, you can expect patient-centered, comprehensive care.

Your provider asks detailed questions about your health concerns, reviews your gynecological, sexual, and medical history, and performs a physical and pelvic exam. They may also run lab tests to screen for health conditions or diseases.

After your examination, the team spends time talking to you about your health and the steps you can take to protect it.

For evidence-based progressive care from a team who puts your health needs first, call Pineapple Healthcare or schedule an appointment online today.