Women – from teens to seniors – need an annual visit with their OBGYN. Just as women’s healthcare needs change as they age, their annual OBGYN appointments change, too. Donald Monteiro, MD, shares what you should know.
What Happens During an OBGYN Visit at Each Stage of Life?
OBGYN visits should start well before family planning and should not end after the reproductive years.
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