Well Woman Exam

Few things are more important and essential to a woman’s health than a well woman exam. Roxborough and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, residents and those in Lafayette Hill, Plymouth Meeting, and the Mainline, can rely on Eve Jacobs, MSN, CRNP, WHNP-BC, of Women Wise Holistic Healthcare and Wellness for comprehensive and compassionate well woman exams. The office is easily accessed on the number 9, 35 and 27 buses and the Manayunk stop on the Norristown Speedline. Call the office today to book a visit or request online in a matter of moments.

What is a well woman exam?

Well woman exams are the foundation of great women’s health and should never be overlooked. These routine visits are similar to your primary care physicals but focus specifically on reproductive health and wellness.

During a well woman exam, you’ll receive screenings appropriate for your age and health. This is an opportunity to discuss any concerns, questions or changes you've noticed since your last visit.

Girls can begin to come in for adolescent exams during their teenage years. The first visit may just be a talk between them and the nurse practitioner to learn what to expect at future visits and get information about how to stay healthy.

Adult women also benefit from annual well woman exams. If you’re experiencing a gynecologic issue that requires monitoring or treatment, you might come to the office more frequently.

What kinds of issues are addressed during well woman exams?

Well woman exams provide an opportunity to focus on your health and wellness needs, with no topics being off limits. Since your needs shift and change throughout life, what’s addressed in your well woman exams may also change.

Some of the issues that might be addressed or discussed during your well woman exam include:

• Menstrual Cycles
• Sexual Health
• Birth Control
• Vaginal Discharge/Dryness
• STI Prevention, Screening and Treatment
• Pelvic Pain
• Endometriosis
• Uterine Fibroids
• Breast Health
• Menopause
• Pelvic Pain
• Incontinence
• Nutritional Counseling
• Life Coaching

Please see our page Your Annual Preventive GYN Exam for a comprehensive list of issues that we can address.

These are just some of the topics typically covered during well woman exams. Because so many of these issues are personal, finding a practitioner you can get to know and trust is a critical part of reaching and maintaining optimal health.

Additionally, Women Wise Holistic Healthcare and Wellness is a trauma-informed practice that offers a soothing, positive, and curated environment.

What is a Pap smear and why is it so important?

A Pap smear is a powerful diagnostic tool that can detect cervical pre-cancer and cancer in its earliest stages. It’s a routine part of women’s health care, performed during pelvic exams. Pap smear testing is easy and reliable. Since the Pap has become widely available, cervical cancer death rates have steeply declined. 

If you’re ready to book your next well woman exam, call the office today to schedule a visit or request an appointment online.