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Gynecology

For women, a big part of staying healthy is maintaining good gynecological care. At Emanate Health, it's the goal of all our gynecologists and staff that you feel safe and comfortable during your treatment with us.

From routine well-woman exams to minimally invasive gynecological surgery, discover how our award-winning care empowers you to make the best decisions possible for your body and your lifestyle.

Well-woman exams

Part of maintaining good gynecological health is keeping up with your annual well-woman exams. Your well-woman exam checks on your pelvic health and includes a routine breast exam plus a possible Pap test to screen for cervical cancer and HPV (human papillomavirus).

Minimally invasive gynecological surgery

Some gynecological conditions can cause severe pain or discomfort to the point that surgery is necessary. We're proud to offer minimally invasive gynecological surgery options at Emanate Health Queen of the Valley Hospital, including robotic surgery, that can shorten recovery time and leave little to no scarring.

Minimally invasive surgery can be used to perform a hysterectomy as well as to treat many other gynecological conditions, including:

  • Endometriosis
  • Excessive menstrual bleeding
  • Gynecological cancer
  • Incontinence
  • Pelvic prolapse
  • Uterine fibroids

Gynecological surgeons specially trained evaluating and treating women who have a wide range of noncancerous (benign) gynecologic conditions, including heavy menstrual periods (menorrhagia), irregular menstrual periods (metrorrhagia), pelvic pain, endometriosis and ovarian cysts. MIGS surgeons are trained to perform robotic surgery, laparoscopy, laser-assisted surgeries and vaginal surgeries. Patients benefit by being able to go home the same day.

Robotic excision with CO2 laser for endometriosis

Combining CO2 laser with robotic surgery can allow the surgeon to gently lyse or break up adhesions and excise endometriosis (painful) implants.

Robotic hysterectomy

Do you know why cervical cancer screening is so crucial? Test yourself with this quiz.

Reviewed 11/17/2024

Pap and HPV tests: True or false?

Every year around 13,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States. Fortunately, HPV and Pap tests help doctors catch it early, when it's easier to treat. How much do you know about cervical cancer screening?

True or false: Women need to be tested for cervical cancer every year.

False. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), screening for cervical cancer should start at age 25. Women ages 25 to 65 should have a primary HPV test every 5 years. If primary HPV testing is not available, screening is recommended with either a test that combines an HPV test with a Pap test every 5 years or a Pap test alone every 3 years.

True or false: Once you've had the HPV vaccine, you no longer need to be screened for cervical cancer.

False. People who've received the HPV vaccine should still be screened regularly between ages 25 and 65.

True or false: Cervical cancer tests are especially important for women over 65.

False. While cervical cancer can strike women at any age, it is most often diagnosed between the ages of 35 and 44. Vaccinations, and regular HPV and Pap tests and HPV tests all play an important role in prevention. However, women over 65 who have had normal results likely don't need to continue to be screened.

True or false: Screening has greatly reduced the number of cervical cancer deaths.

True. Cervical cancer usually does not present symptoms until its advanced stages. This made early detection extremely challenging before the Pap test became widespread. The test has greatly reduced both the number of cases of cervical cancer and the number of deaths from cervical cancer since the 1950s.

Although the Pap test is still good at finding cervical cancer early, the ACS now recommends a primary HPV test alone, when available, as the preferred way to screen for the disease.

True or false: If you've had a hysterectomy, you don't need to be screened for cervical cancer any longer.

False. Some women may be able to stop cervical cancer screening after a hysterectomy, but some should not. It depends on a number of factors, including whether or not the cervix was removed and your personal history of cancer or abnormal cells. Talk to your doctor about what's best for you.

Learn more about the HPV vaccine, and find out what else you can do to reduce your risk of cervical cancer at every stage in your life.

Cervical cancer prevention

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In robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy, the surgeon uses a computer to control the surgical instruments. The computer station is in the operating room and the surgeon is able to control the robot's movements steadily and precisely.

Hysteroscopy (truclear) polypectomy

Hysteroscopic polypectomy is a minimally invasive gynecological procedure (MIGS) in which a small fiber-optic camera is gently placed inside the uterine cavity. The patient may be awake for the procedure and a small forceps instrument is used to gently pull out polyps to help decrease bleeding and increase fertility.

Emanate Health OB/GYN Outpatient Services

Your health care needs change throughout your life. Whether you need a well-woman exam, a routine mammogram or prenatal care, our expert gynecologists and obstetricians are here to ensure you feel safe, comfortable and empowered as you make decisions about your health. We offer top-rated gynecological services, mammograms to screen for breast cancer and family-focused maternity care. Whether you're trying to get pregnant or are looking for a trusted birthing facility, you can count on our physicians and staff for the best possible care.

Other services include:

  • General gynecology care (PAP smears, HPV screening, menopausal management)
  • Comprehensive obstetrics care
  • Office-based ultrasound
  • Colposcopy/LEEP
  • Urology
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Pelvic organ prolapse
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Overactive bladder
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Pelvic and bladder pain
  • Fibroid management
  • Fistula repair
  • Mesh complications
  • Menopause management
  • Minimally invasive surgery (robotical, transvaginal, conventional laparoscopy)

Emanate Health OB/GYN
1134 S. Sunset Ave., Suite 401
West Covina, CA 91790
626.732.8396
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Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Schedule an appointment with one of our providers at Emanate Health OB/GYN

Awards and special designations

Since 2014, Emanate Health Queen of the Valley Hospital has been designated as a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (COEMIG) by the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and the Surgical Review Corporation. We're extremely proud to see our robotic surgery team recognized for its excellent record of performing safe and superior gynecological procedures.

Emanate Health Queen of the Valley Hospital was also honored with an Obstetrics and Gynecology Excellence Award by the consumer rating service Healthgrades.

SRC Center of Excellence for Minimally Invasive GynecologySRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery