Gynecology Exams in Dallas, Texas

An important part of staying healthy is to have regular gynecological exams beginning at age 21, or within three years of becoming sexually active. According to Mayo Clinic, women should be seen yearly by a women’s health specialist to address any questions or concerns and to complete an exam to monitor health.

Dr. Shimer will answer any questions and concerns you may have regarding the breasts, uterus, ovaries and vulva. Also if you have any concerns about your menstrual cycle, pregnancy, fertility or contraception our women’s health specialists will provide the best care. We also provide women with care if they are experiencing sexual health concerns, such as libido, pain or abuse. Our gynecology clinic in Dallas will conduct the necessary test and care that is needed to give women in Dallas the best results.

Dr. Tricia Shimer is a board-certified gynecologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Shimer provides comprehensive annual well woman exams to monitor your health. Our women’s health center provides the very best annual exams for women, using state-of-the-art technology to give women in Dallas the highest quality of care.

Call us today at (469) 364-3760 for more information or to schedule your appointment with Dr. Shimer.

Preventative Gynecology Care

Preventative gynecology care is all about taking care of your reproductive and sexual health. This type of care usually involves regular appointments with Dr. Shimer to make sure everything is in working order and to catch any issues early. During these appointments, you might receive a pap smear to screen for cervical cancer, a breast exam to check for lumps, STD testing to keep you healthy, a shot to prevent HPV, a test for osteoporosis, help managing menopause symptoms, and some advice on living a healthy lifestyle. The idea is to nip any problems in the bud and make sure you’re feeling your best.

• Discussion of health topics based on your age and risk factors
• Exams and screening tests
• Immunizations

What to Expect During Your Annual Gynecology Exam

In addition to checking your height, weight, and blood pressure, Dr. Shimer will ask you questions about your general health, menstrual period and sexual activities. During your exam, Dr. Shimer will also perform the following exams and tests to check for a wide range of women’s health conditions.

Breast Exam

During your breast exam, Dr. Shimer will check your breasts for signs of any potential problems, such as a lump. Dr. Shimer will examine each breast by moving her fingers around your breast in a pattern. You may also be shown how to perform monthly self-examinations.

Pelvic Exam

During your pelvic exam, Dr. Shimer will examine your vagina, cervix and reproductive organs. Once you place your feet against footrests at the end of the examining table and slide forward, Dr. Shimer will  insert an instrument called a speculum into your vagina to gently spread the walls apart to examine the area. Dr. Shimer will then place one or two gloved, lubricated fingers into your vagina and the other hand presses on your abdomen from the outside to check the size, position, and shape of your internal pelvic organs. The pelvic exam may feel a bit uncomfortable, but should not hurt.

Pap Smear

A Pap smear checks for abnormal cells in the cervix that could lead to cancer. Dr. Shimer will insert a small cotton-tipped swab through the vagina into the cervix. Cells are removed from the cervix and sent to a laboratory to be checked for any abnormalities. The Pap smear is painless.

Well Woman Visits & Common Health Concerns as Women Age

These assessments should include screening, evaluation and counseling, and immunizations based on age and risk factors.