Camelback Women's Health|The Best Guide To Women’s Health

Camelback Women's Health is a medical group founded officially in 2000. It is located in the United States having two locations present in the state of Arizona. This medical practice group is interested in the health of women providing a wide variety of services of different aspects including obstetrics, gynecology, and aesthetic services.

Services provided by Camelback Women's Health:

• Gynecology:

1. Annual Woman Examination

The annual examination includes a physical examination, breast examination, pelvic examination, and Pap smears (Some tissue removed from the cervix for careful examination). It is essential in monitoring the gynecologic women's health and also in screening for inflammatory, infective, and neoplastic disorders as it provides early detection, diagnosis and so treating any disease. The annual examination is important especially for cancer of the cervix and other life-threatening diseases. Annual women examination is recommended for females who are sexually active or aged over18.

1. Menopausal Treatment

The average age of menopause is around 50, as estrogen levels decrease. During menopause, women can suffer from many symptoms. common symptoms of menopause include Hot flashes, Fatigue, Stress, Mood changes, depression, and irregular bleeding. Many treatment options are available for relieving these symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy (estrogen and progesterone) is a common therapy for women with symptoms of menopause. At Camelback Women's Health, physicians can help you to choose the best treatment for you.

1. Family Planning

At Camelback Women's Health, the woman can get the appropriate birth control method after counseling the physician who can help her to get the optimal method depending on her lifestyle, age, and previous experiences. Physicians in Camelback Women's Health can provide you with information about the different methods of birth control, and the advantages and disadvantages of each.

1. HPV Testing & Prevention

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) can cause genital warts and cervical changes. There are different types of HPV and some of them may be associated with an increased incidence of malignancy involving the cervix, vagina, vulva, and anus. Human Papillomavirus can be transmitted through sexual intercourse. Camelback Women's Health can provide prevention and management of conditions and symptoms related to HPV.  

• In-office procedures:

1. Colposcopy

Colposcopy is a simple procedure used for close examination of female genitalia  (vulva, vagina, and cervix)  for any abnormality using a special magnifying instrument (colposcope). Colposcopy should be done if the Pap smear or gynecologic examination is abnormal. Colposcopy provides more information about the abnormal cells. Colposcopy can also be used for assessment of other conditions: 

• Genital warts on the cervix

• Genital warts on the cervix

• Cervicitis 

• Benign lesions such as polyps

• Bleeding

• Pain

1. Endometrial Ablation 

Endometrial ablation is a simple procedure of removal of the endometrial lining of the uterus in women with abnormal menstrual bleeding. This procedure is recommended for women who are no longer caring in future pregnancies. This procedure is safe and effective taking, not more than 10 minutes. At the Camelback office, endometrial ablations can be performed using Novasure, Genesys HTA, and Minerva devices.

1. Hysteroscopy 

Hysteroscopy is a procedure allowing clear visualization of the interior of the uterine cavity using a hysteroscope. The hysteroscope is inserted into the vagina to examine the cervix and inner lining of the uterus. During the procedure,  any Abnormal lesion as polyp or thickening of the uterine lining can be taken as a biopsy. The biopsy can be taken with a dilation and curettage under anesthesia in the office of Camelback Women’s Health. hysteroscopy can be used for both diagnosis and treatment of abnormal bleeding.

1. Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP) 

A LEEP is a procedure using a wire loop ( as a scalpel) to remove tissue (showing abnormal lesion or precancerous changes) from the lower genital tract, with cauterization of the tissue to minimize bleeding. Then, the microscopic examination of the specimen was done. This procedure is recommended to be done if Pap smear and biopsy results are abnormal. It can be used for the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal or malignant lesions.

• Obstetrics & prenatal care:

1. PRENATAL HANDBOOK

This is a prenatal guide providing prenatal education materials and literature throughout the pregnancy and providing you with a list of questions that you would discuss with your physician during your prenatal care visits. This guide can be used as a reference for expectant parents but it is not a substitute for prenatal visits at the office.

1. TRIMESTER BY TRIMESTER

Camelback Women's Health provides a regular follow-up program for the pregnant woman for each trimester to check the health of the woman and her pregnancy. It can also provide her with information about the physical changes expected in every trimester and how to deal with these changes. 

1. CORD BLOOD BANKING INFORMATION

Camelback Women's Health makes newly pregnant women aware of cord blood banking and gives them detailed information about it. Cord blood banking is collecting and storing the stem cells in umbilical cord blood immediately after birth for probable medical use in the future. Recently, it becomes an important issue as stem cell studies have found it may provide potential therapies for serious conditions as metabolic disorders, leukemia, and other cancer.

1. CHROMOSOMAL TESTING

Chromosomal testing is performed for the evaluation of genetic or chromosomal abnormalities that can cause birth defects. A birth defect is an abnormality (anatomical or functional) that can be associated with mental and physical disabilities. It can occur in 3-5% of all pregnancies. 

Different types of chromosomal (Genetic) tests are available including:

1. Carrier Tests

It is done for evaluation of parents if they are carrying a gene for any inherited disorder. It Can be done before, during, or after pregnancy. 

It includes: Counsyl's test

1. Screening Test

It is done for evaluation if the fetus has a risk of having a birth disorder. It is not a definite test. It must be performed during the 1st or 2nd trimester of pregnancy.

It includes:  Nuchal Translucency test

3.    Free Fetal DNA Screening Tests

It is done for evaluation if the fetus has a risk of having a chromosomal disorder. It is a more accurate test (98% accurate). It can be done during the first trimester of pregnancy.

It includes: Harmony Test, Panorama Test

5.    Diagnostic Tests

It is done for evaluation if the fetus has a genetic condition. It Is recommended to be done during the 1st or 2nd trimester of pregnancy.

It includes: Amniocentesis,  Chorionic Villi Sampling

Chromosomal testing is recommended to be done for the following:

• If Any of the parents has a genetic disorder.

• If the mother has a child with a genetic disorder.

• If parents have a family history of any genetic disorder.

• If a mother aged 35 or older at the time of delivery.

• If any of the parents have abnormal screening test results.

• Aesthetic and body contouring (MEDSPA SERVICES):

A Medical Spa is available in camelback women's health, a place that provides medical hair and skin care for treating wrinkles, fine lines, sun spots, skin laxity, loss of facial volume, and corrects unwanted consequences of aging. There is a professional  MedSpa team providing special service to every patient. The team is keen on giving you a natural healthy appearance as you want. 

The office can provide the following MedSpa Services and Products:

• Botox & Dysport

• Dermal Fillers

• Kybella

• Microblading

• Laser Hair Reduction

• Photofacial

• Microneedling

• Fractionated1540 – Laser Treatment

• Microdermabrasion

• Stretch Mark Treatment

• Skin Peels

• Microcurrent Treatment Dermaplaning

• Skin Extractions

• Custom Facial Treatment

• PRP Hair Loss Treatment

• LED Light Therapy

• Hand Rejuvenation

• Nutritional IV Therapy

• 3D Mammography:

Camelback Women’s Health now provides Genius 3D mammography added to the standard 2D mammography.3D mammography can provide more clear details of the breast. It is the advanced medical technology allowing for earlier detection of breast cancer. so, it is an optimal method of screening for breast health.

• Weight loss program:

Camelback Women's Health office can help you to get a healthy weight through a safe high-quality weight loss program proper for you.

The Program Includes:

• Initial consultation and general examination

• Laboratory tests

• Nutrition details

• Follow up visits

• Medications (if needed) 

• Telemedicine:

Camelback Women’s Health introduced telemedicine without the need to visit its office to be available for patients who do not need a physical examination. 

Appointment types eligible for Telemedicine include :

• Infertility consultations

• Hormonal consultations

• Contraceptive counseling

• Preconception counseling

• Routine postpartum visits

• Postpartum depression

• Reviewing test results

• Follow up visits

• Post-operative checks

Summary

Camelback Women's Health is committed to providing high-quality health care for women of different ages from adolescence, through pregnancy and around menopause. It gives the women a wide variety of services in different aspects including obstetrics, gynecology, and aesthetic aspects. So, a woman hoping to get pregnant, to be healthy, or to look pretty should visit Camelback Women's Health.

By: Dr. Shimaa