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Skip to content At Womens Health Group Chicago, we specialize in the provision of high-quality IUD insertion and removal services designed to meet your unique needs. Through a detailed consultation process, our caring healthcare providers will ensure you understand every step of both the insertion and removal procedure. We take pride in making this often-sensitive process as comfortable and seamless as possible while maintaining strict hygiene protocols for your safety.
Understanding that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to contraception, we provide individualized counseling on various types of intrauterine devices (IUDs). Our well-trained specialists strive to equip you with all necessary information regarding hormonal IUDs such as Mirena or Skyla, and non-hormonal copper IUD like Paragard; helping choose what fits your lifestyle best.
Post-insertion care is key at Womens Health Group Chicago. Following your IUD procedure, we schedule consistent follow-ups to monitor progress, ensuring optimal efficacy of the device while warding off potential complications early on. These visits entail an all-round check not limited to location verification through ultrasounds—this assures device stability thus preventing accidental expulsion or migration.
While providing top-notch contraception options tailored around everyone’s needs, we’re also committed to dealing promptly with any side effects or complications associated with device usage. This might include managing heavier periods induced by certain types of IUDs or addressing cramping experienced during initial weeks post-insertion—we’re dedicated towards ensuring believe your comfort every step along the way.
Whether due to personal preference or medical factors preventing successful implantation/use of an intrauterine device, Womens Health Group Chicago provides a host of alternatives—offering ample freedom in choice. From hormone pills to patches, rings, shots and surgical sterilization; we’ll help navigate through choices consequently landing on a method harmonically complementing your life.
Emergencies are often unforeseen thus Womens Health Group Chicago strives towards prompt responsive action encapsulated within their emergency contraception services. Should traditional contraceptive measures fail or lapse, they offer ‘morning-after pills’ that can significantly reduce chances of unintended pregnancies when taken appropriately post-intercourse—the team is round the clock ready guiding you during such demanding times!
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Boasting more than 30 years of unwavering service, North Riverside's Women's Health Group is renowned for a rich history of offering comprehensive and compassionate medical care to women in the North Riverside and surrounding area. Our long-standing presence reflects our deep commitment to excellence and expertise in women's health.
The North Riverside-based team of physicians and staff provides a wealth of experience and expertise across the entire spectrum of Gynecology and Obstetrics. From routine care to specialized treatments, our skilled professionals are well-prepared to address a wide range of women's health needs in North Riverside.
We stay at the forefront of medical advancements, offering state-of-the-art and safest medical techniques and treatments in North Riverside. Whether it's complex obstetrical conditions or innovative robotic and laparoscopic surgeries, our commitment to staying current ensures North Riverside residents get the best care available.
Beyond traditional medical care, we advocate for a holistic approach that takes into account not just your physical health, but your overall wellness and beauty as well. Our practice goes beyond symptom management, seeking to enhance your quality of life on multiple levels in North Riverside.
Dr. Michael M. Awad, our leading expert, exemplifies our dedication to leadership and community engagement. With a distinguished career marked by research contributions and academic appointments, Dr. Mike embodies our commitment to education and advancing medical knowledge. By choosing us in North Riverside, you're becoming a part of a community that contributes to the broader landscape of women's health.
At the Women's Health Group, you're not just a patient; you're an individual with unique needs and concerns. Our personalized approach ensures that each North Riverside resident receives tailored care that addresses your specific circumstances. Coupled with our compassionate staff, you'll find a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters trust and comfort in North Riverside.
Experienced OBGYN services covering a range of women's health needs, from routine exams to complex gynecological issues, with a focus on compassionate care.
Comprehensive birth control counseling and a variety of options, including pills, implants, and IUDs, tailored to individual health needs and lifestyle
Regular Pap smear screenings to detect cervical changes early, using the latest technology for accuracy and comfort in women's preventive health care.
Advanced diagnostic techniques and personalized treatment plans for endometriosis, including medication management and minimally invasive surgical options
Comprehensive prenatal care for expectant mothers, offering nutritional guidance, health monitoring, and support throughout pregnancy for a healthy birth.
Expert surgical care for hysterectomy procedures, focusing on minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and optimal women's health outcomes.
Innovative infertility treatments and supportive care, including IVF, IUI, and fertility preservation, to help couples achieve their dream of parenthood.
Confidential and comprehensive STD testing and counseling, utilizing the latest testing methods to ensure accurate and timely sexual health management.
Personalized hormone replacement therapy to address menopausal symptoms, hormonal imbalances, and improve overall quality of life for women.
Expert insertion and management of IUDs, offering a long-term, reversible birth control option that is highly effective and convenient for women.
Comprehensive birth control counseling and a variety of options, including pills, implants, and IUDs, tailored to individual health needs and lifestyle.
A dedicated women's health clinic providing a full spectrum of services including screenings, treatments, and wellness education in a supportive environment.
An IUD is a small, T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are one of the most effective forms of birth control, with a failure rate of less than 1%.
IUDs work in two ways:
There are two main types of IUDs:
IUDs offer a number of benefits, including:
Most women can get an IUD, regardless of their age, parity (whether or not they have had children), or medical history. However, IUDs are not recommended for women with certain medical conditions, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or active sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
IUDs are inserted into the uterus by a healthcare professional during a pelvic exam. The insertion procedure is usually quick and easy, and most women experience only mild cramping.
The most common side effects of IUDs are spotting and cramping. These side effects are usually mild and go away within a few months of insertion. Other potential side effects of IUDs include:
The length of time you can keep an IUD in place depends on the type of IUD you have. Copper IUDs can last for up to 10 years, while hormonal IUDs can last for 3 to 7 years, depending on the type.
If you are considering an IUD, talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of IUDs and to choose the type of IUD that is right for you.
The Women’s Health Group stands as a testament to over 30 years of excellence, dedication, and innovation. With a comprehensive approach that marries medical expertise with genuine care, we have evolved from a cornerstone of women’s health to a holistic wellness partner for women in the greater Chicago area. Our journey continues, fueled by our passion for nurturing health, promoting wellness, and enhancing beauty for every woman we have the privilege to serve.
