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Pelvic exam
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Minipill (progestin-only birth control pill)
This oral contraceptive, sometimes called the minipill, contains only the hormone progestin and no estrogen.
Tubal ligation
Thinking of getting your tubes tied? This surgery offers a permanent form of birth control. Know the risks and what to expect.
Robotic myomectomy
Learn about this minimally invasive procedure to remove uterine fibroids that may reduce pain, blood loss and recovery time.
BRCA gene test for breast and ovarian cancer risk
Find out what to expect if you're considering a blood test to determine if you have an increased risk of breast cancer. Learn what your results might mean.
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
Learn what to expect during this procedure, how a doctor performs it to remove uterine tissue and what to watch out for during recovery.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
Labor induction
Know what to expect during this procedure to start labor before it begins on its own.
Robotic hysterectomy
Robotic hysterectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the uterus.
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