Division of Gynecology
The Division of Gynecology offers compassionate, comprehensive patient care, advanced education and training programs, and unique research opportunities.
Gynecology
Also known as Female Reproductive System Care
Complete care from trusted women’s health providers
Routine Care and Expertise on All Gynecologic Conditions
Gynecologists are specialized doctors who care for the female reproductive system. This includes the uterus (womb), ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina and external genitalia. At Lahey Clinic, our teams provide trusted, state-of-the-art gynecology care for women through all stages of life. Our team excels at the diagnosis and treatment of both common and complex conditions, with services ranging from yearly routine exams to complex surgical and robotic procedures.
Specialized Care Teams
Our women’s health specialists provide:
- Birth control through a variety of contraception methods
- Well-woman care
- Screenings
- Menopause care
- Gynecologic cancer treatment
- Robotic and minimally invasive gynecology surgery, including infertility surgeries
- Gender-affirming care
Our patients have access to world-class medical and surgical experts in many specialty areas of women’s health. The Lahey care team works with you on an individual basis to develop a personalized treatment plan that is delivered with compassion and care. If you have certain symptoms — or if you simply want to ensure your health with annual checkups — the expert gynecologists at Lahey are here for you.
Gynecologic Symptoms and Conditions
In addition to routine annual exams, we offer the latest diagnosis and treatment services for benign (noncancerous) conditions such as:
- Abnormal Pap screenings
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Endometriosis
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) and dysplasia
- Irregular periods
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Pelvic pain
- Postmenopausal bleeding
- Sexual dysfunction
- Urinary incontinence
- Uterine fibroids
Many gynecologic conditions cause pain and symptoms that severely impact a woman’s quality of life. There’s no need to suffer in silence. At Lahey, we have the training, experience and expertise to treat your symptoms and help restore your quality of life. We truly listen to your concerns, and we customize our treatments to best match your needs. Trust Lahey’s gynecologists for high-quality, compassionate and attentive women’s health services.
Procedures We Offer
In addition to the procedures listed here, Lahey gynecologists are recognized leaders in gynecologic surgery with robotic and minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.
Dilation & Curettage (D&C)
Dilation and curettage (D&C) is a procedure in which your doctor passes special instruments through your cervix and into your uterus to remove tissue. We perform D&Cs for a variety of reasons, such as:
- Detection of uterine cancer
- Miscarriages
- Polyps
Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus (womb). After a hysterectomy, a woman cannot become pregnant. At Lahey, we offer a variety of hysterectomy procedures, often performed with minimally invasive or robotic techniques, such as:
- Radical hysterectomy: Removal of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, upper part of the vagina and the pelvic lymph nodes.
- Salpingo-oophorectomy: Removal of the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
- Supracervical hysterectomy: Removal of only the uterus.
- Total hysterectomy: Removal of the uterus and cervix (the opening of the uterus that leads to the vagina).
Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is a procedure where a camera is placed inside the uterus. It can be used to see and treat multiple conditions, such as:
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Postmenopausal bleeding
- Fibroids
- Polyps
- Malpositioned/embedded IUDs
- Intrauterine adhesions
- Uterine anomalies (ex. septums)
Ovarian Surgery
Lahey gynecologists perform several different types of ovarian surgery procedures, often with a minimally invasive approach. Each case is different, and our gynecologists work with each patient to determine the best procedure.
We perform ovarian surgery to treat conditions such as:
- Cancer risk reduction
- Ovarian cysts
- Ovarian torsion
- Tumors (cancerous and noncancerous)
Obstetric Care for Pregnancy and Birth
Having a baby is one of life’s most incredible experiences. Lahey is proud to be affiliated with two outstanding hospitals with highly regarded maternity services in the greater Boston area.
Maternity services at Beverly Hospital and Winchester Hospital are provided by highly qualified, experienced and caring obstetricians and nurses. They can offer you, your baby and your family personal, safe and attentive care during this special time in your life.
Additional Services
Your gynecology team coordinates your care with other specialty providers throughout our medical center. This ensures you receive comprehensive, streamlined care.
