The annual well woman exam can be intimidating to some. There is understandable apprehension and worry surrounding the exam, the state of undress, the potential for discomfort. From the physician’s point of view this visit encompasses much more than the “Pap Smear”. Your clinician will discuss topics ranging from a healthy diet, your family history […]
Family Matters: Know your risk for hereditary cancer Written by Dr. Teng When you see your doctor for your annual checkup or for another reason, you undoubtedly will get asked about your family history. Not only are we interested in family history of diabetes or heart disease, but we also will ask about […]
When should I get a mammogram? by Amy Teng, DO For those of you who have not visited with your primary health provider or OBGYN recently (and I strongly recommend that you do!), you may be wondering when you need to start getting mammograms. Yes, the dreaded mammogram! If you have heard from your […]
To pap or not to pap? Written by Dr. Teng The guidelines for cervical cancer screening have changed several times in the last decade. You may have been told by someone that you need your pap test every year, or you may have read somewhere else that you don’t. You may be wondering why people […]