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:

Vaginal / Pelvic Infection

I was seen right away Katie Lyons is great. She took care of me right away.

Annual Well Woman Exam

I didn’t have an opportunity to sit down and discuss one on one with her any questions I had

Gynecological Problem Visit

I was seen quickly and appointment was helpful

Annual Well Woman Exam

Had to wait for 45 minutes post the scheduled appointment time.

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The wait time between procedures were a little long and not all the staff were courteous

Annual Well Woman Exam

everyone was very pleasant And helpful.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Very detailed

Office Visit / Follow-up

Because, Dr Clark is a great Dr and a very caring person, she always takes the time to really listen to her patients, shes is very compassionate, and really takes her time to understand her patients needs. I am so thankful to have her as my dr

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I'm always satisfied with the care I receive from Leah.

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Teri is very caring!

Gynecological Problem Visit

I reached out to the office and wind able to be seen the next day to address my concerns. She was very thorough and listened to my questions and explained what I was experiencing.

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Everyone I spoke too was extremely nice and welcoming. Dr. Callahan made sure I was completely comfortable during the visit. She explained exactly what she was doing and why. I really appreciated her stating that at any point I could tell her to stop if anything was too overwhelming.

OB Care

Dr.Braquet is very calming, thorough and patient.

Office Visit / Follow-up

She always take her time and listen to her patients

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everything went great

Pap Smear

Ms. Fogel is very professional, upbeat, but also clear with information. I feel comfortable seeing her and listening to her guidance.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Scruggs was very thorough, helpful, and easy to work with. I'd definitely use her again.

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Friendly, professional care, great nurses, caring doctors, you feel nothing is missed in your care, you are in good hands.

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Dr. Richardson is a great kind, compassionate physician who truly cares about her patients.

Gynecological Exams

Dr. Cohen is always professional and makes me feel like family.