Riverside Women's Health

Our Mission

From routine visits to complex procedures, we meet the changing needs of women throughout every life stage. Whether you’re having a baby, going through menopause, managing your risk of heart disease or facing cancer, we provide nationally-acclaimed care and fast access to Riverside physician specialists. Our Woman and Infant Care floor is home to the Peninsula’s only neonatal intensive care unit, and we're the Peninsula's only location for specialized robotic-assisted, minimally-invasive surgery for female cancers.

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Theresa Brennan is now following Riverside Women's Health
On Apr 12
Jenea' P. Selassie is now following Riverside Women's Health
On Feb 26
Joel Fuhrman, MD is now following Riverside Women's Health
On Feb 05
Lisa Marie Rosati is now following Riverside Women's Health
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kimberlee k. kalkbrenner is now following Riverside Women's Health
On Oct 16
Riverside Women's Health answered:

What are flares?

Symptoms of autoimmune diseases can come and go, ranging in how bad they are, or all go away... Full Post

On Oct 03
Riverside Women's Health answered:

What screening tests are available for different cancers?

Mammograms can be used to check for breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the... Full Post

On Oct 02
Riverside Women's Health answered:

What are flares?

Symptoms of autoimmune diseases can come and go, ranging in how bad they are, or all go away... Full Post

On Oct 02
Riverside Women's Health answered:

How can I reduce my risk for breast cancer?

Because some studies suggest that the more alcoholic beverages a woman drinks the greater her risk... Full Post

On Oct 01
Jill Dunn is now following Riverside Women's Health
On Aug 17
Riverside Women's Health answered:

How often should I get a pap test?

The United States Preventive Services Task force and the American Cancer Society recommend the following:

You should start cervical cancer tests at age 21. Women between ages 21 and 29 should have a Pap test every 3 years.

Women between the ages of 30 and 65 should have a Pap test plus an HPV test
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On Jul 10
Riverside Women's Health answered:
What is the need for inducing labor?
Sometimes, a doctor or midwife might need to induce (bring about) labor. The decision to induce labor often is made when a woman is past her due date but labor has not yet begun or when there is concern about the baby or mother's health. Some specific reasons why labor might be induced include:
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On Apr 19, 2012
Riverside Women's Health answered:
What is high risk pregnancy?
Pregnancies with a greater chance of complications are called "high-risk." But this does not mean there will be problems. The following factors may increase the risk of problems during pregnancy:
- Very young age or older than 35
- Overweight or underweight
- Problems in previous pregnancy
- Health conditions
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On Feb 07, 2012
Riverside Women's Health answered:

What are the pros and cons of a homebirth?

If you are thinking about a homebirth, you need to weigh several pros and cons. The main advantage is that you will be able to experience labor and delivery in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Since there will be no routine medical procedures, you will have control of your experience.

The
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On Nov 03, 2011
Riverside Women's Health answered:

What can I do if I have bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, your baby is protected from many illnesses, like the common cold or a passing stomach bug. But some infections can be harmful to your pregnancy, your baby, or both. Easy steps, such as hand washing, practicing safe sex, and avoiding certain foods, can help protect you from some
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On Nov 03, 2011