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Prenatal care services ensure a healthy pregnancy. Prenatal care should start as soon as possible. In 2016, in about 77% of healthy births, a mom received prenatal care early on in her pregnancy, according to March of Dimes. The same study revealed that about 16% of healthy births moms did not start prenatal care until…

Although gynecologists can treat girls and women of any age, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend that teens have their first visits between 13 and 15 years old. While you may not think that your teen needs a visit this early, there are numerous reasons why sooner is better than later. Your Teen’s…

My OBGyne is very pleased to announce that Dr. Figueroa has been named Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Banner Ironwood! Dr. Figueroa looks forward to providing and developing comprehensive, personalized healthcare designed to meet women’s needs—from childhood and adolescence through the reproductive years into menopause and beyond. “I am honored and…

Tummy troubles? Almost everybody at some time or another will experience abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is any pain or discomfort occurring between the lower chest and the groin—or as most call it—the “belly”. Your abdomen consists of lots of different organs—the stomach, liver, gallbladder, intestines, pancreas, esophagus and numerous blood vessels. It’s easy to generalize…

Progesterone is a natural female hormone known as the “pregnancy hormone”. Progesterone plays a role in maintaining pregnancy—it’s one of the hormones in our bodies that stimulates and regulates various functions. What is Progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone produced in the body that helps regulate the menstrual cycle of women. Progesterone is produced just before…

How to Determine Your Baby’s Due Date Did you just find out that you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Pregnancy brings a lot of excitement and joy, but can also be filled with worries, questions and discomfort. One of the biggest pregnancy questions? The due date. The question everyone (including yourself) wants answered the minute you find out…

Endometriosis Facts More than 5.5 million women in America have symptoms of endometriosis. This condition is most commonly found in women in their 30’s and 40’s. Endometriosis affects women in their reproductive years, and is one of the leading causes of pelvic pain. The exact prevalence of endometriosis is unknown since many women may have…

Do You Think You’re Pregnant? – 5 Early Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy Not sure if you’re pregnant? Every woman is different, as are her experiences of pregnancy and symptoms throughout. There are early signs and symptoms of pregnancy that may point to the possibility of being pregnant. Below are 5 specific symptoms to keep…

Women Of Excellence Healthcare Changes Name To My OBGyne New Name, New Look, Same Great Providers Press Release: (San Tan Valley, AZ) –After providing exemplary service for over 4 years, Women of Excellence Healthcare has changed their name to My OBGyne and is proud to introduce Dr. George Figueroa to their prestigious team.     For…

My OB/Gyne is proud to announce the launch our new website! The new site has a clean and sleek look with user-friendly operation and navigation. Our main goal was to allow our valued patients easy access to the information they need as well as to welcome our new patients with a preview of the service…