Fall is officially here & so is our schedule for our online classes! Join us to learn more about breast health, fibroids, or teen health! 🍂
If you’d like to register for a class or want more information, please email education@ocwmg.com.
September is #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth Ladies, are you listening to your body?
It's important to be mindful of the various types of gynecologic cancers, their symptoms, & possible treatment options.
Do you know if all gynecologic cancers have the same symptoms? Take this quiz to find out more!
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/quiz/index.htm
Celebrating the rainbow after a storm. ⛅️
Pregnancy after a miscarriage is something unparalleled in both its joy and its anxiety. A #RainbowBaby🌈 is a baby that is born after a loss from miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal loss. Many Rainbow Baby parents celebrate the joy of a successful pregnancy after a previous loss, seeing their baby as a bright spot after the storm.
Rainbow Babies represent love, hope, & new beginnings. We send love & strength to anyone out there who has overcome their storm, has journeyed through loss, or currently experiencing it.
Our patient portal offers an easy way to get in touch with your provider, make payments, or send a nurse a question.
You can manage your health from the comfort of your home.
https://10944-3.portal.athenahealth.com/
Parental resilience & connection are vital, especially in times of great need.
Join the Extraordinary Lives Foundation for their Building Resilient Families Webinar TOMORROW @ 8pm!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-resilient-families-tickets-116052290525
Ladies: Get fit while you sit! via Hoag.
"Take a break from your work day with this quick stretch break from Hoag Pelvic Health Program physical therapist Heather LaPagila."
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75% of menopausal women experience hot flashes. Hot flashes and heart rate acceleration are the result of the low production of estrogen during menopause.
These are some lifestyle changes to consider to improve hot flashes:
1) Dress in layers, which can be removed at the start of a hot flash.
2) Carry a portable fan to use when a hot flash strikes.
3) Avoid alcohol, spicy foods, and caffeine.
4) If you smoke, it may be time to quit.
5) Try to maintain a healthy weight.
6) Try mind-body practices like yoga of other mindful techniques (yoga, meditation, tai chi).
If lifestyle changes aren’t enough to improve your symptoms, consult with your provider about managing hot flashes with medication/treatments.
Schedule an appointment with one of our providers if you have further questions, 949-829-5533.
In childbirth as in many aspects of life, you’ll do best when surrounded by those you trust - by people who encourage and reassure you that you are doing well. 🌷
These are just 3 of our incredible Fudge Family Birthing Suites team members, Dr. Susan Mendelsohn (OCWMG), midwife Cam Tuttle (Midwives of Orange Coast Women's Medical Group), & Jordan!
Our OCW & Hoag teams are here to provide you with unwavering emotional support, safety and comfort through every step of your birthing experience.
“I strive to interweave my scientific training, my experience as a clinician, and my skills as a surgeon to partner with women to achieve their health goals.”
Dr. Linda Chung is passionate about providing excellent GYN health care to women. She is committed to evidence based medicine, while providing personalized health care that emphasizes partnering with patients.
Dr. Chung is currently seeing GYN-only patients in Laguna Hills and in Irvine (16305). To schedule an appointment, you can call our office at 949-829-5533.
OCWMG is a convenient one-stop shop for every woman’s health at every stage of their life. Your health needs are in the hands of quality and compassionate care.
In just one visit, you can visit your provider, complete your annual-wellness exam, visit our lab center, and also stop by our mammography and bone density department. We’re committed to your wellness and are available to assist you in making informed medical decisions.
To learn more about our services, visit our website at ocwmg.com or call our office, 949-829-5500.
HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. Most HPV infections are harmless and go away on their own.
An HPV test detects the presence of the human papillomavirus. Like a Pap test, an HPV test is done on a sample of cells collected from the cervix.
An HPV test is done to:
-- Women older than age 30 as part of screening for abnormal cervical cells.
-- Women who had a Pap test that showed abnormal cervical cells.
-- To check for abnormal cervical cells after treatment of a precancerous changes of the cervix.
The results of this test can help doctors decide if further tests or treatments are needed just for you. Ask your provider if you have any further questions or concerns, 949-829-5533.
“Honoring the sacred journey of womanhood, from adolescence through menopause by promoting education, empowerment, and advocacy.” 🌷
Meet our new midwife, Jessica Parris, CNM, WHNP! Jessica has been working in women’s healthcare in Orange County for over a decade. She is overjoyed to be at OCWMG, fulfilling her calling of being “with women” as they encounter various milestones.
Jessica sees women in Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, and at our Irvine 16305 location. To schedule an appointment, you can call our office, 949-829-5533.
