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Dr. Jennie Draper discusses why girls should get moving, what to watch out for, and how to encourage physical activity in a…
Published 12.06.2022 @ 11:08 am
by Jennie E. Draper, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
VPFW’s Dr. Allison Giles tackles the most burning women’s health questions submitted by RICToday readers. These are the first five in a…
Published 06.07.2022 @ 5:02 pm
by Allison Giles, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Allison Giles sheds some light on what causes this common summertime ailment – and what you can do about it. It’s…
Published 07.26.2021 @ 10:35 pm
by Allison Giles, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.
Dr. Allison Giles shares the lifestyle changes, resources and tips that helped her overcome a lifelong struggle with weight management This article…
Published 11.20.2020 @ 8:38 am
by Allison Giles, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.
So it’s time for your first visit to the gynecologist! How do you know when it’s time to go? What can you…
Published 04.09.2019 @ 8:32 am
by Allison Giles, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.
You don’t have to live with urinary incontinence – VPFW help is available. You might be reading this and not even think…
Published 02.15.2019 @ 2:19 pm
by Ramzi Aboujaoude, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.P.M.R.S.
2019 is underway and we at VPFW hope that some of your resolutions are still intact! If you have convinced yourself that…
Published 01.22.2019 @ 9:13 am
by Stephen P. Pound, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
How to Better Prepare for your Gynecological Visit Hot Flashes. Night sweats. Ceased menstruation. Becoming increasingly moody. Yes, the dreaded menopause could…
Published 10.15.2018 @ 3:43 pm
by Rebecca Schnatz, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.
As women, we have many obligations to not only ourselves but our family, career, and social life. This, unfortunately, can cause us…
Published 09.21.2018 @ 4:08 pm
by Natalie Dogal Gardner, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
The common misconception is that young females do not need to see a gynecologist until they are sexually active. However, education on…
Published 08.17.2018 @ 3:51 pm
by Mark P. Hyde, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
‘Tis the season for Turkey Trots, marathons, and more! In fact, I’m proud to say that I became a first-time Ironman a…
Published 11.16.2017 @ 10:38 am
by Jennie E. Draper, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Our friends over at Richmond Moms Blog wanted to know–how can you have a fit pregnancy? What are the dos and don’ts?…
Published 09.15.2017 @ 1:03 pm
by Cara Golish Hartle, D.O., F.A.C.O.G.