Female Treatment Options Female Anatomy Problems Problems with the fallopian tubes, uterus or cervix require immediate attention. After diagnosing the problem by using hysteroscopy ( a close visual examination of the uterus) or imaging procedures including ultrasound (the use of sound waves to see the ovaries and uterus) and hysterosalpingogram (HSG, an x-ray technique which uses dye injected into the uterus to see if it is normal and if the tubes are open), fertility specialists may perform a laparoscopy (minimally invasive surgery) to correct the anatomic problems, or robotic surgery for

The Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology provides a wide range of consultation services for women of all ages, including, routine gynecologic exams, obstetric care, contraception and menopause management, breast and bone density screening, treatment for STDs and pelvic pain, sonography, colposcopy, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Our physicians have a large clinical practice that includes a diverse population, offering plenty of learning opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows.

Expertise The Gynecological Oncology division, directed by Laurent Brard MD, PhD, provides women throughout Central and Southern Illinois with expert, specialized care for the treatment of all types of gynecologic cancers. Dr. Brard is a board certified Gynecological Oncologist who cares for more than 900 women per year from the region. We provide consultative services for SIU School of Medicine faculty and private practice physicians in Central/Southern Illinois. The broad ranges of gynecological cancers seen here are managed using a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach. We deliver

Welcome to the Department of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at SIU Medicine. Our multidisciplinary team provides the highest quality care for women from central and southern Illinois facing complicated or high-risk pregnancies. Individuals who benefit from Maternal-Fetal Medicine include pregnant women experiencing gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, pre-term labor, fetal growth problems, previous miscarriages and multiple babies including twins and triplets. Our providers support women before, during, and after pregnancy with comprehensive and modern services including advanced ultrasound imaging

Established in July 2019, the mission of the Office of Community Initiatives and Complex Care is to remove "complex" out of "complex care" and support programs that bring improved access, increase self-sufficiency, and increase healing for all. The office has multiple programs available to our community. All programs use motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care concepts to decrease isolation and develop a trusting relationship with residents living in central and southern Illinois. Programs include community health workers, trauma informed-care services and training