Grace Whitfield, WHNP-BC
Women's health nurse practitioner
Languages: English, Spanish
Next available: Mon, Oct 26, 8:30 am at South Lamar
Service
Women's health
Care for every stage: yearly exams, cervical screening, birth control, period and pelvic concerns, menopause and breast health.
What it is
Women's health care covers the body parts and life stages that general checkups often do not have time for. That includes yearly well-woman exams, cervical cancer screening, birth control, periods that are painful or irregular, pelvic pain, planning for pregnancy, and the changes of perimenopause and menopause.
Our providers talk with you in plain words and go at your pace. You can ask about anything, including topics that feel awkward. You decide what happens at each step.
What to expect at the visit
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A nurse asks about your history and measures your blood pressure and weight.
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Your provider talks with you first, fully dressed, about why you came and what you want from the visit.
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If an exam is part of the visit, your provider explains each step before it starts. You can pause or stop at any time, and you can ask for a chaperone.
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You leave with a plain plan: screening results to expect, any prescriptions, and when to come back.
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Results from tests are shared through the patient portal, or by phone if you prefer.
How to prepare
- If you can, note the first day of your last period. It helps your provider.
- Write down any symptoms, when they started and what makes them better or worse.
- Bring a list of the medicines and supplements you take, including birth control.
- You do not need to do anything special to get ready for an exam. If you are on your period, you can usually still be seen. Call us if you are unsure.
- Bring a support person if that helps you feel at ease.
Who provides women's health
Dr. Helena Okafor, MD
Obstetrician and gynecologist
Languages: English, Igbo
Next available: Mon, Oct 26, 8:00 am at Mueller
Nadia Fontaine, FNP-C
Family nurse practitioner
Languages: English, French
Next available: Mon, Oct 26, 9:00 am at South Lamar
Prices without insurance
If you do not have insurance, or prefer not to use it, these are our self-pay prices. If you have insurance, what you pay depends on your plan. See how copays work and search your plan.
| Visit | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual well-woman exam | $195 |
| Problem visit | $140 |
| Birth control visit, device cost extra | $120 |
Questions about women's health
How often do I need a well-woman exam?
Most people benefit from a visit once a year, but how often you need cervical screening depends on your age and past results. Your provider will tell you what fits you and put the dates in your portal.
Can I choose a female provider?
Yes. Dr. Helena Okafor and Grace Whitfield focus on women's health, and Nadia Fontaine also sees patients for common concerns. Choose your provider when you book, or call us and we will help.
Can I talk about birth control or stopping birth control?
Yes, either one. Your provider reviews the options, how they work, and what to expect, and does not push you toward any choice. Many methods can be started or stopped at the clinic.
What if I am having pain or bleeding that worries me?
Call us and ask for the nurse line. We often have same-week visits. If the pain is severe, or the bleeding is very heavy, go to an emergency room or call 911.
Related care
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Prenatal care
Visits before, during and after your pregnancy.
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Primary care
Checkups, prescriptions and referrals for adults.
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Nutrition
Practical eating plans with a registered dietitian.
Prefer to talk to a person?
Our front desk can book, change or cancel an appointment, answer questions about your visit and set up a time with an interpreter.