Women's Health Services
We care for women through all phases of life.
You’ll take on many roles in life—daughter, sister, mother, grandmother—but one remains constant: you are a woman. SSM Health is here for every stage of your journey. Whether you're starting a family or seeking general care, we're here to support you in making informed health decisions.
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With more than 50 locations across Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, quality women's health care is always within reach.
SSM Health is by your side—from your first prenatal visit to labor and delivery, and all the moments after your baby arrives.
Why choose an OBGYN from SSM Health?
You are more than just a number.
- Comprehensive lifelong care - From your teen years to motherhood, menopause, and pelvic health, we’re here for every stage of life.
- Committed to our community - From food drives to substance abuse education to childbirth classes, we support the health and well-being of families in our community.
Why choose an OBGYN from SSM Health?
You are more than just a number.
- Comprehensive lifelong care - From teen years to motherhood, menopause, and pelvic health—we provide guidance with kindness and respect.
- Advanced maternal fetal medicine - We are a regional hub for maternal services and high-risk pregnancies. The SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Fetal Care Institute offers care specifically for babies facing complex medical diagnoses before they are even born.
- Grounded in learning and innovation - SLUCare Physician Group is the academic medical practice of SSM Health in St. Louis, bringing cutting-edge research into everyday practice.
- Access to clinical trials - We offer opportunities for innovative treatments and alternative therapies in women’s health.
- Care for the St. Louis community - From mental health support to childbirth classes, we support the health and well-being of St. Louis and St. Charles families.
Why choose an OBGYN from SSM Health?
You are more than just a number.
- Comprehensive lifelong care - From your teen years to motherhood, menopause, and pelvic health, we’re here for every stage of life.
- Specialty care made simple - When advanced care is needed, your OBGYN connects you to our network of award‑winning SSM Health specialists—from oncology and pelvic health to mental wellness and beyond.
- Get questions answered, anytime - Have a non‑emergency women’s health question? With SSM Health MyChart, securely message your OBGYN, request prescription refills, and stay connected.
- Nationally recognized - SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Oklahoma City is named to Newsweek’s 2025 list of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals, recognizing excellence in pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum care.
Why choose an OBGYN from SSM Health?
You are more than just a number.
- Comprehensive lifelong care - From your teen years to motherhood, menopause, and pelvic health, we’re here for every stage of life.
- A collaborative women's health model - Our team approach brings together board-certified OBGYNS, highly skilled physician assistants, and experienced certified midwives. Women can choose the care path that best matches their preferences while benefiting from the collective expertise of a unified clinical team.
- Get questions answered, anytime - Have a non‑emergency women’s health question? With SSM Health MyChart, securely message your OB‑GYN, request prescription refills, and stay connected.
- Committed to our community - From food drives to childbirth education classes, we support the health and well-being of families in our Wisconsin communiites.
SSM Health Women's Health specialties
We combine clinical excellence with a deep commitment to ethical integrity.
- Breast health
- Fertility and reproductive health
- Genetics
- Gynecology
- Gynecologic oncology
- High-risk pregnancy and fetal medicine
- Newborn care
What conditions does an OBGYN provider treat?
SSM Health providers treat a broad range conditions, including:
- Abnormal or painful menstruation
- Abnormal pap smears
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Breast masses and breast cancer
- Cancers of the reproductive system
- Cervical cancer
- Difficulty with bladder or bowel emptying
- Ectopic pregnancies
- Endometrial cancer
- Endometriosis
- Fertility disorders
- Gestational diabetes
- Gynecologic cancers
- Gynecologic infections
- Irregular periods
- Menopause
- Miscarriages
- Osteoporosis
- Ovarian cancer
- Ovarian cysts
- Overactive bladder
- Pelvic floor dysfunctions
- Pelvic pain
- Post-menopausal bleeding
- Postpartum pelvic floor issues
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
- Pregnancy
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary urgency
- Uterine anomalies
- Uterine cancer
- Uterine fibroids
- Vaginal discharge
- Vulvar and vaginal disorders
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What to expect at a well-woman exam?
A well-woman visit is a yearly checkup focused on disease prevention and your long-term health. It’s separate from visits for illness or injury and gives you time to ask questions and focus on your health goals.
Goals of the visit:
- Document health habits and history
- Complete a physical exam
- Set health goals
What to expect:
- Review of your health, medications, and vaccination history
- Family planning
- Mental wellness check
- Symptom-based counseling
- Physical exam and, if needed, lab tests
Your physical exam may include:
- Height, weight, and blood pressure
- Breast exam to check for changes in skin texture, shape, nipple discharge, and lumps
- Pelvic exam to check for labia, vaginal, cervical, uterine, and ovarian abnormalities
- Preventive health screenings (based on age and history)
SSM Health Dean Medical Group and SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic
Maternal & Fetal Care at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
Maternal & Fetal Care at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
Maternal & Fetal Care at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis
Maternal & Fetal Care at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
WISH Center at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Women's Wellness Center at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
OB Care Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon St. Louis Fetal Care Institute
SSM Health Women's Health Maternal & Fetal Care Center
SSM Health Women's Health Maternal & Fetal Care Center
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