OBGYN - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

An obstetrician-gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care, as well as routine reproductive health care. They care for you before, during and after your baby is born, offering medical and surgical services.

You may see an obstetrician for: 

• Cesarean sections (C-sections)

• High-risk pregnancy management

• Labor and delivery care

• Prenatal checkups

• Postpartum care

• Routine well-woman care

• Ultrasounds and fetal monitoring
  

A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in the female reproductive system. They treat issues related to menstruation, hormones, fertility, menopause and general reproductive health.

You may see a gynecologist for:

• Annual exams, which may include Pap tests and pelvic exams

• Birth control counseling

• Care for conditions like fibroids or endometriosis

• Menopause management

• Painful sex

• Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment

• Treatment for irregular or painful periods
  

If your doctor is an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB/GYN), they can provide both pregnancy care and routine reproductive health care. An OB/GYN is a doctor trained in both obstetrics and gynecology. Many doctors specialize in both areas of medicine. However, if your doctor for routine care is a gynecologist, you’ll need to see an obstetrician or an OB/GYN for pregnancy care.

Our obstetrics and gynecology care team is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions throughout all stages of a woman's life, from adolescence through menopause and beyond. We provide comprehensive care for concerns including:

• Abnormal uterine or vaginal bleeding

• Bladder prolapse (cystocele)

• Cervical insufficiency 

• Endometrial polyps

• Endometriosis

• Isthmocele (uterine niche)

• Menopause

• Menstrual disorders, such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder

• Ovarian cyst

• Pelvic pain

• Rectocele (pelvic organ prolapse)

• Sexually transmitted infections

• Urinary issues, such as urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections

• Uterine adenomyosis

• Uterine anomalies 

• Uterine fibroids

Our experienced OB/GYN doctors at Dignity Health Medical Group – Sierra Nevada in Grass Valley provide care at every stage of pregnancy, as well as routine reproductive health care. We support you with sonograms, prenatal advice, preparations for labor, postpartum recovery and much more.

We also offer comprehensive gynecological care, including:

• Breast health care

• Endometriosis care

• Family planning

• Menstrual disorder care

• Minimally invasive gynecological surgery

• Preventive screenings, including Pap tests

• Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment

• Well-woman visits

Specialists at Dignity Health Medical Group – Sierra Nevada in Grass Valley perform surgery to help treat a range of gynecological conditions. When possible, we use minimally invasive laparoscopic and robot-assisted techniques that can help reduce scarring and pain, shorten hospital stays and promote a faster recovery.

Our gynecological surgeons offer procedures such as:

• Abscess or cyst drainage or aspiration

• Dilation and curettage

• Endocervical curettage

• Endometrial ablation

• Endometriosis laparoscopic surgery

• Endometrial polyp surgery

• Hysterectomy, including laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy

• Infertility evaluation and surgery

• Isthmocele repair

• Myomectomy

• Ovarian cystectomy

• Urinary incontinence procedures, including bladder prolapse surgery and midurethral slings

• Uterine fibroid embolization

Our OB/GYN department is proudly affiliated with Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital and its Family Birth Center. The center's spacious and private labor, delivery and recovery suites are thoughtfully designed to reflect the natural beauty and serenity of the foothills. Furthermore, the center offers several desirable amenities that mothers value, including:

• Flat-screen television

• Relaxing private Jacuzzi tub

• Snacks and an in-room refrigerator

• Spa kit with organic bath and body products

• Special meal to celebrate your new arrival

• Surprisingly comfortable fold-out sleeper sofa

• WiFi access

Yes, you can still see your OB/GYN while on your period. Menstrual bleeding will not interfere with a pelvic exam.

Our OB/GYN clinic in Grass Valley accepts many major insurance plans, making it easier for you to access the care you need. Before your visit, we recommend confirming your insurance coverage, eligibility and benefits with your health plan.

If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, please call our office at (530) 477-3119.