Women's Health

Women have specific healthcare needs, as numerous women’s health concerns can cause bothersome symptoms or complications when not addressed. At Collierville Family Health in Collierville, Tennessee, family nurse practitioner Felicia Hamilton-Gray, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, and the rest of the skilled staff provide superior women’s health services for patients in all life stages. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking an appointment online today. 

What is women’s health?

Women’s healthcare at Collierville Family Health consists of medical evaluations, health screenings, preventive care, diagnostic testing, and treatments as needed to maximize the physical and mental well-being of women. Collierville Family Health has a female practitioner (Felicia) who helps you effectively manage specific women’s health concerns.

What are examples of common women’s health concerns?

Examples of health conditions many women face during their lifetimes include:

• Menopause symptoms
• Abnormal menstrual bleeding
• Infertility 
• Hormone imbalances, including low estrogen
• Thyroid disorders
• Sexual dysfunction
• Depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other mental health conditions 
• Hair loss
• Difficulty sleeping
• Heart disease
• Obesity 
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Breast, cervical, vaginal, and uterine cancers
• Colorectal cancer
• Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)

Seeing a women’s health specialist routinely optimizes your health and well-being, detecting minor problems before they become severe.

Which women’s health services are available?

Examples of women’s health services available at Collierville Family Health include:

• Breast and pelvic exams
• Pap smears
• STD testing
• Preventive care
• Sick visits
• Physicals
• Urgent care
• Comprehensive primary care
• Nutrition counseling
• Weight management
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Hair loss treatment
• Vaccinations
• Chronic care management
• Lab work
• Mental health treatments
• Specialist referrals

Collierville Family Health also provides superior men’s health, pediatric care, and primary family care. Felcia can see entire families during the same day (when necessary) for added convenience. 

What happens during women’s health exams?

Felicia checks your blood pressure and other vital signs, weighs you, and assesses your body mass index (BMI) during women’s health exams at Collierville Family Health. She discusses your medical history, symptoms, lifestyle, and medications. She offers breast and pelvic exams and Pap smears when necessary. 

You might also need lab work, an electrocardiogram (EKG), or other diagnostic tests to screen for common health concerns and determine if you’re a candidate for medication management, lifestyle adjustments, or other treatments. 

How often should I schedule women’s health visits?

Women should schedule women’s health exams at Collierville Family Health at least once yearly, or anytime they develop new or unusual symptoms. You can also book an appointment with Felicia if you become ill or injured, desire weight loss, need vaccinations or medication refills, or have questions about your physical or mental well-being.

Schedule a women’s health evaluation at Collierville Family Health by calling the office or booking a visit online today.