Annual Exams

Annual Exams

Maintaining your well-being as a woman depends on regular screenings and exams so you and your provider have a better understanding of your health status. Annual exams also enable your healthcare professional to catch any minor issues and treat them effectively. Your annual gynecological exam is important for you as a woman at all stages of your life.

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Under 21:

A regular health exam should start as early as 13 or 14 years. Although a pap smear will usually not be done until age 21, a teenager should be screened for issues as she begins menstruating. Sexually active young women should also start to get regular screenings for diseases and other health concerns.

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Ages 21-39:

An annual exam for a woman in her 20s and 30s will include a pap smear, a breast exam, and an overall screening for blood pressure, weight, and family history identifying any potential health risks. Reproductive health will also be addressed during these visits.

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Ages 40+

As a woman ages, her health situation will evolve as well. Regular mammograms should begin at this point. Other screenings for a woman in her 40s and beyond will include diabetes, colorectal cancer, and bone mineral density. Health during menopause and post-menopause will also be addressed during these visits.

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of The Carolinas:

Annual Well Woman Exam

Katlyn Rhodes is very genuine and concerned. She talked to the entire time which eased my anxiety.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Rachel has a gentle bedside manner and took time to talk through my questions.

Annual Well Woman Exam

She spent a lot of time with me and answered all of my questions!

Obstetrical Appointment (routine)

Answered all of my questions, very informative and helpful!

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Nussman listened to my questions and didn't make me feel rushed.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Checked my previous tests for comparison. Listened to my symptoms. Explained everything. Didn’t make me feel like I was wasting her time.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Staff is very courteous and professional and Dr Lies is an amazing doctor!

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Grana took the time to listen to my concerns. She was efficient but caring.

Fertility Evaluation / Treatment

Dr. Sandbulte always takes time to listen to me, and she always gives the best medical advice.

Annual Well Woman Exam

The most amazing thing is getting the mammogram at the same time as the well visit and the whole thing done in less than an hour. Extremely efficient & friendly staff.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Barlow is informative and and easy to talk to

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Benavides is always so great! She talks, listens, offers advice and is always helpful.

Gynecological Exams

Professional, respectful and quick

Obstetrical Appointment (routine)

Dr. Murphy is excellent

Bone Density

Kindness of staff; provider is a great listener and very empathetic. I had 2 procedures and an office visit. Everything went quick and was very efficient.

Gynecological Exams

Short wait for provider, provider was pleasant, listened to concerns and kind.

Pap Smear

Debbie was comforting and extremely efficient. I love a speedy visit!

Gynecological Ultrasound / Sonogram

Dr. McCallum is a patient doctor

Gynecological Exams

Amy is very thorough and takes time to answer questions I may have.

Annual Well Woman Exam

They made me feel very comfortable and relaxed