In the past, women who had to undergo hysterectomies (surgical removal of the uterus) had only one option, and this involved a large abdominal incision, longer recovery time, and higher risk of complications. Fortunately, with the advances in surgical techniques and technology came the development of minimally invasive options—the most innovative of which is robotic
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Are You Pregnant? A Guide to Prenatal Care
Prenatal care, by definition, is the medical care a woman receives during her pregnancy. To us here at Aishling Obstetrics & Gynecology, however, prenatal care is more than merely delivering standard medical care. We take it as an opportunity to partake in our patients’ joyful anticipation and to live up to our commitment to delivering
Read MoreWhat to Expect After an IUD Insertion
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a T-shaped contraceptive that is inserted into the uterus by an OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist). You may be familiar with Mirena, Kyleena, or Skyla, which are hormonal IUDs, meaning they release progesterone to help prevent pregnancy for up to five years. A hormone-free IUD brand is Paragard, which is wrapped in copper
Read MoreHigh-Risk Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Discovering you are pregnant is one of the most exciting events in a woman’s life. However, if you have been diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy, it can also be worrisome and stressful. Simply put, a pregnancy is considered high-risk when there is a considerable threat of health problems to a woman or her unborn baby
Read MoreHow to Choose a Gynecologist
Choosing who cares for your reproductive health is vital to your overall well-being. You need someone skilled, someone you can trust, and a doctor who listens and cares. Let’s explore ways to select the best OB/GYN physician in the Sandwich, IL, area. Credentials Matter Should you trust your reproductive health to just anyone? Of course,
Read MoreWelcome To Our Blog
Thank you for visiting our blog. We look forward to connecting with you. We are excited to bring you the latest information about research and advancements in obstetrics and gynecology. This blog will also be used to post updates about our practice and keep in touch with our patients. We invite you to share this
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