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Tour of the Labor & Delivery Unit and Postpartum Unit
Take a virtual tour of the Labor & Delivery Unit and the Postpartum Unit in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Massachusetts General Hospital. This tour is designed to help you prepare for the birth of your child and provide you with information about our units to help you plan your hospital stay at Mass General.
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Mass General Hospital's Obstetrics Program
The Obstetrics Program at Massachusetts General Hospital provides state-of-the-art, individualized care for women before, during and after childbirth.
Our physicians, nurse-midwives, nurses and other medical professionals work in partnership with each woman to design a care plan tailored to her particular needs and preferences.
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Liliana G. Bordeianou, MD, describes what causes incontinence in maturing women and treatment options
Liliana G. Bordeianou, MD, a colorectal surgeon at the Massachusetts General Hospital Digestive Healthcare Center says incontinence is not just a normal part of getting older and explains the treatments that can dramatically improve your quality of life.
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Marcela Del Carmen, MD, talks about your risk of developing cervical cancer, even as you age
Marcela Del Carmen, MD, a gynecologic oncologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center says that the risk for cervical cancer goes up, not down, as you age. Learn about your risk for cervical cancer, and the new guidelines that caution women to continue to get PAP smears into their 60s.
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Milena Weinstein, MD, explains what you can do about the symptoms of pelvic floor disorders
Milena Weinstein, MD, urogynecologist at the Mass General Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology says urinary incontinence or vaginal bulge can be related to pelvic floor disorders, which affect one out of three women. Learn more about the treatments available for pelvic floor disorders, from exercise to support devices to surgery.
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Celebrating 200 Years: 1811 - 2011
Since 1811, people have counted on Mass General for answers, innovations and medical leadership. As our third century dawns, we remain ready to serve.
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May Wakamatsu, MD, discusses pelvic floor conditions and treatments
May Wakamatsu, MD, director of the Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses the various ways the service can help women with pelvic floor problems return to a normal lifestyle.
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William J. Barth, MD, talks about the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division
William J. Barth MD, chief of the General Obstetrics Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division at Massachusetts General Hospital, talks about the practice and the importance he finds in the patient-physician relationship.
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Marie Henderson, CNM, discusses the role of midwives at Mass General
Marie Henderson, CNM, chief nurse-midwife, talks about the role of the midwife in the Obstetrics Service at Massachusetts General Hospital.
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John Petrozza, MD, talks about the Fertility Center at Mass General
John Petrozza, MD, chief of the Reproductive Endocrine and Infertility Service at the Massachusetts General Hospital Fertility Center, discusses how patients benefits from having a fertility center within a hospital.
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Laura Riley, MD, talks about her high-risk patient practice
Laura Riley, MD, medical director of Labor and Delivery in the Obstetrics Service at Massachusetts General Hospital discusses what it means to be a "high-risk" patient in both her and other maternal-fetal medicine practices.
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Michael F. Greene, MD, looks back at the history of the service
Michael F. Greene, MD, chief of Obstetrics at Massachusetts General Hospital, talks about the history of the Obstetrics Service at Massachusetts General Hospital from its launch in 1994 up to today.
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IVF Unit celebrates 20 years
Photos from the anniversary event.
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The Way to a Woman's Heart: Reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Sarah Tsiaras, MD, of the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, presents at the 2015 Midlife Women’s Health: Staying Healthy and Well community conference. The annual event, open to patients, staff and members of the community, focuses on the unique health needs of women at midlife.
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A Nutritionist's Guide to Healthy Aging
Sue Cummings, MS, RD, of the Massachusetts General Hospital Weight Center, presents at the 2015 Midlife Women’s Health: Staying Healthy and Well community conference. The annual event, open to patients, staff and members of the community, focuses on the unique health needs of women at midlife.
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Hot Flashes at Midlife: How to Keep Your Cool
Sujata Somani, MD, of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Mass General, presents at the 2015 Midlife Women’s Health: Staying Healthy and Well community conference. The annual event, open to patients, staff and members of the community, focuses on the unique health needs of women at midlife.
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Reaching the Dream: A Good Night's Sleep at Midlife
Karen Carlson, MD, medical director of Women’s Health Associates at Mass General, presents at the 2015 Midlife Women’s Health: Staying Healthy and Well community conference. The annual event, open to patients, staff and members of the community, focuses on the unique health needs of women at midlife.
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Keeping Skin Healthy as the Clock Ticks
Sandy Tsao, MD, a specialist in laser and cosmetic dermatology, discusses strategies for keeping skin healthy as we age. Her presentation addresses causes of sun damage, methods for protection, and strategies for reversing sun damage to the skin. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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A Gastroenterology Update for Midlife Women
Kyle Staller, MD, MPH, an internist at the Center for Neurointestinal Health, discusses common gastrointestinal issues faced by women, including heartburn, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation and incontinence. Dr. Staller explains the role neurological components play in each and the importance of seeking treatment. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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Cancer Screening in Women Age 50 and Beyond
Kate Johnston MD, MA, MSc, FACP, an internist at the Mass General Women’s Health Associates, discusses the importance and implications of cancer screenings for women as they age. Dr. Johnston reviews screening methods for breast, cervical and colon cancers. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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The Mind Body Approach to Midlife
Eva Selhub, MD, former Medical Director of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Mass General, discusses the importance of understanding stress and its impact on the body. Her presentation emphasizes the power of the human mind to create a healing state when stress is under control, no matter what your age. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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Evaluation & Treatment of Pelvic Floor Disorders
Emily Von Bargen, DO, a urogynecology specialist in the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery program at Mass General discusses the risk factors for pelvic floor disorders and the issues they can bring. Dr. Von Bargen explains that pelvic floor disorders are not a normal part of aging and discusses the various treatment options. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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Building Better Bones
Joy N. Tsai, MD, associate director of the Bone Density Center at Mass General, discusses the importance of bone health for women as they age and reviews treatment options for women who need to build back bone density. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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Mindfulness at Midlife
John W. Denninger, MD, PhD, director of research at the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Mass General, discusses the importance of managing stress and presents mindfulness techniques that can be used to reduce stress. Dr. Denninger discusses how those techniques can also help reduce side effects of menopause. This presentation is a part of the Midlife Women's Health Center's annual community conference.
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The Vagina Dialogues: Vulvovaginal Health after Menopause
Caroline Mitchell, MD, MPH, director of the Vulvovaginal Disorders program at Mass General, discusses vaginal and genitourinary health for women after menopause and reviews common treatments for vaginal discomfort—some of which are better supported by research than others.
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Mass General Center for Pelvic Floor Disorders
The Pelvic Floor Disorders Center at Mass General brings together a multidisciplinary team of specialists. This team works together to treat the complex and often interconnected problems that cause pelvic floor disorders. The center’s treatment philosophy is built upon a foundation of honest, open communication with every patient. Learn more about the center and its specialists.
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Strong and Dry: Optimizing the Pelvic Floor
Liliana G. Bordeianou, MD, the chief of the Colorectal Surgery Program and co-director of the Pelvic Floor Disorders Center, discusses treatment options for women with pelvic floor issues in this presentation from the 2018 Midlife Women's Health Community Conference.