Cervical Cancer Screening
Pap tests and HPV tests help identify cervical changes and risks. The appropriate test and interval depend on age, prior results, and personal history; not every patient needs a Pap test every year.
Preventive Women’s Health
Preventive visits provide an opportunity to review your health history, address concerns, and plan screening based on your age, medical history, and individual risk factors.
Breast Health
We discuss breast changes, personal and family history, and when mammography or additional evaluation may be appropriate. Screening decisions are individualized.
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Preventive care may include contraception counseling, STI screening, HPV vaccination discussions, preconception planning, and questions about menstrual or sexual health.
Bone & General Health
As patients age, preventive visits may address bone health and osteoporosis screening, lifestyle, menopause concerns, and coordination with primary care for blood pressure, diabetes, and other routine screening.
Preventive Care Across Life Stages
Recommendations change over time. HPV vaccination is routinely recommended in adolescence; colorectal cancer screening generally begins at age 45 for average-risk adults; bone density screening is commonly recommended at age 65 or earlier when risk factors are present. Individual circumstances can change these timelines.
When to Schedule a Problem Visit
Abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, breast changes, urinary symptoms, or other new concerns may need a separate evaluation rather than waiting for an annual preventive visit.
To discuss your preventive care or contraception options, call 732-927-1224 or see our appointment information.