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Unfortunately, STIs have a negative connotation when they shouldn’t. Realistically, we should all be more knowledgeable about STIs, their prevalence, and how they affect us. Regardless of your sexual activity, how often should you really get tested for STIs? What Is an STI? STI stands for Sexual Transmitted Infections, formerly known as STDs, but later […]

If you are going through menopause and are experiencing the night sweats, don’t be worried. Many women experience night sweats and hot flashes throughout their menopause journey. Night sweats are like hot flashes, but nocturnal and result in you waking up at night cold and clammy with drenched sheets and a pounding heart. Why Do […]

If you’ve experienced heartburn during pregnancy, you’re not alone. Most women experience this at some point during their pregnancy and some women experience it through most of their trimesters. If you suffer from painful heartburn, don’t fret. Here’s what you need to know… What Causes Heartburn During Pregnancy? There’s a valve between the stomach and […]

Going to the gynecologist can be awkward, intimidating, and embarrassing, but trust us, on our end we want nothing but to hear everything from you. As your leading reproductive health doctors, we want every detail you can provide us. For anyone whose stomach flops as soon as they sit down in the doctor’s office, there […]

If you’ve never been to the gynecologist, the thought of scheduling an appointment with an OB-GYN can fill you with anxiousness. After all, he or she will be examining the most private portion of your body. However, taking care of your reproductive health is crucial. And while a gynecologist can provide you with information about […]

We are almost halfway through 2016! As time passes, it’s important to think of the future. Are you planning on expanding your family? If so, check out some of these popular baby names to spark some inspiration. It’s that time of year again! We’ve gathered a list of the most popular baby names to date… […]

Pat Goldman-Rakic: A Neurological Visionary Before the revolutionary discoveries of Patricia Goldman-Rakic, scientists considered the prefrontal cortex of the brain to be conventionally inaccessible and beyond meaningful research. An innovative thinker, Dr. Goldman-Rakic was able to implement an arsenal of analytical techniques, each of which shed more light on the labyrinth of neurons comprising the […]

Barbara McClintock was a scientist before her time. Yes, she studied corn genetics, which doesn’t sound too exciting, but unlike most she had the tenacious spirit and creative insight to make corn research dynamic and meaningful to even the field of medicine. McClintock’s investigations into the cytogenetics of corn ultimately led to the groundbreaking discovery […]

Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler was the first African-American woman to receive a Doctor of Medicine degree in the U.S. After her groundbreaking career choice, Crumpler went on to make some very important contributions to medicine. In addition to her general knowledge as a physician, Crumpler focused on healing women and children. Rebecca Lee Becomes a […]

Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman to achieve a medical degree in the United States. She played an essential role in paving the way for women in the medical profession and was a leader in women’s health. How It All Began Elizabeth Blackwell was born in England in 1821 to Samuel Blackwell and Hannah Lane. […]