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The cause of fibroids is not known and usually do not cause a woman to experience symptoms. Of the women that do have symptoms, the most common include: Abdominal pain Heavy bleeding Enlargement of the lower abdomen Frequent urination Complications with pregnancy Reproductive problems If you have been diagnosed with...
Most new mothers experience baby blues, usually within the first 2-3 days after giving birth. It’s not uncommon to go through mood swings, crying spells, periods of anxiety or not being able to sleep. This can last up to two weeks. Some new mothers may experience a more severe, longer-lasting,...
Most women nurture their spouses, children, grandchildren, parents, and friends but rarely do we take time to nurture ourselves. As this quote says, ‘nurturing yourself is not selfish…it’s essential…’! So, where do you start? Begin with the basics by eating a balanced diet, exercising, and reducing stress. Taking care of...
There are 25 known STI’s that can be viral, bacterial, or parasitic, and can be transmitted via semen, vaginal fluids, blood, or skin to skin contact. The most common are: Syphilis Chlamydia Hepatitis B Gonorrhea HIV HPV Genital Herpes Pubic Lice (Crabs) Many STI’s are curable with proper medication and...
You can pay your bill over the phone with a credit/debit card, by calling 937-323-7340, choose option 4 for billing. Payments can be mailed or made in person at our front desk. Our address is 1821 E High St., Springfield OH 45505 and our business hours are Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm and...
Approximately 6+ million American women, mainly those in their 30s and 40s, are affected by Endometriosis. More than 11% of these women are between the ages of 15 and 44. A woman is more likely to develop Endometriosis if she has never had children, has menstrual periods that last more...
There are several different prenatal infections. Some of these include Bacterial Vaginosis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, HPV (Human Papillomavirus) and Listeria. These infections commonly reach the womb by traveling upwards through the vagina or cervix but can also travel from the maternal blood stream through the placenta. There are things...
Amanda Minor, CNP, has announced her decision to depart our practice effective January 23, 2023. She will continue working with Cedarville University as a Nurse Educator as well as spending more time with her growing family. Even though we will miss Amanda, we wish her much happiness and success in...
Ruth Xue, APRN-CNP, is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Liberty University and pursued a doctorate degree in family nursing practice from UT Health San Antonio TX, graduating with high honors. Ruth’s doctoral study focused on bringing accessible health care...
Wow…another year has passed. Our country, communities, families and even our office went through many changes during 2022. Here at Physicians & Surgeons for Women we’ve had to adjust and adapt to many things, some great and some necessary. We were even blessed with new staff and two new nurse...
In celebration of the New Year's holiday, our office will close at Noon on Friday, December 30th and reopen on Tuesday, January 3rd at 8am. We pray that all of you have a safe weekend.
Our office will be closed Friday, December 23rd through Monday, December 26th. We will reopen at 8am, Tuesday, December 27th. We ask for your understanding on our first day back, due to the volume of calls we will be receiving. May all of you have a safe, blessed Christmas!
Christmas is in the air. We’re all busy shopping, planning meals and family get-togethers. We should take the time, though, to remember the true meaning of Christmas and be thankful for God’s many blessings and the people He puts into our lives. Here at Physicians & Surgeons for Women we...
We are excited…Effective January 15, 2023, Physicians & Surgeons for Women will be accepting all Anthem insurance plans, including those offered by Medicare and Medicaid. We do recommend that you still contact your insurance company to get all the details of your plan and verify the doctors they cover. ...
As of December 1, 2022, our office will be accepting patients that are covered by Anthem Medicaid! If you would like to request an appointment, please call us at 937-323-7340 or reach out to us on our website at www.physurg.net. We look forward to caring for you through all the...
This year our office will be closed on the following dates. Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 24th and Black Friday, November 25th Christmas: Friday, December 23rd we will close at Noon and be closed all day Monday, December 26th New Year’s Day: Friday, December 30th we will close at Noon and be...
During this appointment you may have a pelvic and/or breast exam and a Pap smear. Depending on your age and medical history there may also be a discussion about birth control, pregnancy planning or menopause. This is your appointment that focuses on you. Annual exams can start as early as...
Jennifer is a NCC board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and a NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Columbia University in New York City, NY. She then worked as a postpartum and newborn nurse before completing a Master of Science in Nursing degree...
Knowing the symptoms and your family history, as well as doing self-exams monthly, are key factors in being breast cancer aware. Not every person has the same symptoms of breast cancer and there are some that have no symptoms at all. Breast cancer symptoms include: Any change in the size...
Physicians & Surgeons for Women will be participating in the Community Health Foundation Health '22 Expo on September 28, 2022, 4:30pm-6:30pm, at the Hollenbeck Bayley Center (275 S Limestone St., Springfield). Learn how to get and stay healthy with free health screenings, demostrations and over 60 exhibits. You can even...
Ovarian Cancer is a group of diseases that originates in the ovaries, or in the related areas of the fallopian tubes and the peritoneum (the tissue lining that covers organs in the abdomen). Knowing the signs and symptoms, as well as being aware of what is normal for you, could...
Please join the Providers and staff of Physicians & Surgeons for Women in congratulating Taylor Yoder, PA-C, and her husband on the upcoming arrival of their new baby. Taylor will start her maternity leave on September 2nd and will be out of the office through November 1, 2022. If you...
Physicians & Surgeons for Women is saying goodbye to our much-loved provider, Katheryn Carmichael CNP, on August 18th. Katheryn will be getting married and moving to Texas to be with her new husband. Even though this is a happy time for her, Katheryn said in her farewell letter to patients...
Let’s talk about these ‘hormone headaches’ briefly. These headaches, sometimes referred to as ‘menstrual migraines’, usually develop a day or two before or during the first few days of a woman’s cycle. This is due to the natural drop in estrogen levels in your body at these times. There are,...
Did you know, each year, almost half of the pregnancies throughout the US are unplanned? Did you know that if you are sexually active and not using some form of birth control you have an 85% chance of getting pregnant? If you are sexually active and not ready to...
Having a baby is a long, exciting journey. Full of ups and downs, twists, and turns. To many it seems that a pregnancy starts with 2 pink lines on your home pregnancy test. It’s such an amazing rush of mixed feelings when you read your first positive pregnancy test. After...
Sexual Assault Awareness month Did you know that in the US alone, 81% of women report having experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault in their lifetime. 1 in 5 women have reported an attempted or completed rape. This is devastating! In the right situation and with the right...
Every patient at Physicians and Surgeons for Women has either gone through it, going through it, or it’s in their future. For every woman, menopause is inevitable. What is menopause? Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her ovaries stop making a hormone called estrogen. The lack of...
Our Mid-Levels are Awesome! Over the past 10 years, the presence of mid-level providers in the office setting has become quite the norm and we are excited to announce that our patients love our mid-level providers! Here at Physicians and Surgeons for Women, many appointments are typically with one of...
What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is a disease where cancerous cells form on the cervix. The lowest part and opening of the uterus. The cervix connects the vagina and the uterus. Cervical cancer usually develops slowly over time. Before cancer appears in the cervix, the cells of the cervix...
COVID-19 may have halted the entire world in one way or another, but here at Physicians and Surgeons for Women we are doing our best to stay on top and continue to give our patients the care they deserve. Over the past year we have overcome obstacles and challenges. We...
As we approach the season for giving, I can’t help but think of how fortunate we are to have the amazing providers we do. Each are special in their own way. However, when I think of giving, my mind instantly brings Dr. Nesselroade to light. Of course, an amazing physician....
Know the Facts! About 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 13%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. About 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer. Breast cancer became the most common cancer globally as of 2021, accounting...
In Honor of suicide awareness month, we wanted to take some time to talk about postpartum depression. It is so devastating to us as providers to see so many young women suffer with this. Postpartum depression is a real illness and is more common that you might think. Here are...
You may have noticed a few changes in the faces that you see when you visit the office of Physicians and Surgeons for Women. In December of 2019 the patriarch of our practice reached an amazing milestone in his life. Retirement! Shortly...