What to Know Before Performing a Self-Breast Exam
Dr. Katy Sanderson discusses the latest recommendations regarding breast self-exams as well as how to perform one, what to look for, and
Published 08.23.2020 @ 4:08 pm
Why Formula Feeding Might Be Best For Your Family
Dr. Nina Olsen discusses medical and mental health reasons for choosing the formula route with personal insights from a patient According to
Published 08.21.2020 @ 2:11 pm
How Breastfeeding Education And Support Can Help Moms Give Their Babies A Healthier Start
Dr. Monica Washington discusses the benefits and challenges of breastfeeding and shares her own experiences and resources I distinctly remember the conversation.
Published 08.14.2020 @ 2:24 pm
Odds and Risks of Pregnancy After 40
Dr. Allison Giles discusses fertility rates and risks that come with being pregnant after 40 for women looking to conceive at this
Published 07.16.2020 @ 12:10 pm
What Is PMS And Do I Have It?
Do you sometimes wonder why you feel like a different person every month right before your period starts? If so, you’re not
Published 07.01.2020 @ 5:25 pm
VPFW Medical Advice Line: Medical Guidance At Your Convenience And A Passion For Helping You Feel Better
Have you ever had a “female” question but you’re not sure if it warrants a trip to the OB/GYN? A question specific
Published 06.19.2020 @ 2:04 pm
Why Do You Still Need To See An OB/GYN Provider After Menopause?
Lauren Cook, N.P., discusses the gynecologic challenges women face as their bodies produce less estrogen later in life When you think of
Published 06.17.2020 @ 4:01 pm
Meet the New Director of The Surgery Center at VPFW
Sarah Ransone brings 20 years of hospital operating room experience, a standard for excellent patient care, and a vision for expansion. Sarah
Published 06.15.2020 @ 1:17 pm
Ask A VPFW Provider
Have a question you’ve been wanting to ask a provider? VPFW providers get questions from our patients every day, but we
Published 05.18.2020 @ 3:25 pm
Managing The Anxiety And Grief Of COVID-19
How a global pandemic is a women’s health issue For the last few months, women have been worrying about the safety of
Published 05.18.2020 @ 12:08 pm
Seat Belt Check: Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Well-Woman Exam
Well-woman exams are inherently not urgent, right? If you’re a “well woman,” what’s the difference between going to your upcoming annual exam
Published 05.11.2020 @ 3:03 pm
5 Tests You Need When You’re Pregnant
Congratulations! You’re pregnant! It’s exciting and nerve-wracking all at the same time. What can you do to ensure your pregnancy is a
Published 05.08.2020 @ 11:25 am