Women's Health Services When it comes to your overall health and well-being, you need to be focused on more than just breast care. Women should be diligent about their heart, breasts, bones and other areas where women are often at higher risk. Taking a pro-active approach to maintaining good health is what helps women get through life! Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare offers a number of programs and tests to ensure you’re taking care of yourself and maintaining overall good health. Whether you’re a young woman thinking of starting a family; in need of a new physician or an annual exam; or concerned about weak bones, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare can help you with your complete health care needs. Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. Right where you live at every time of life. An important part of maintaining overall good health is finding the right doctor for you! Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare has a number of primary care physicians throughout 22 Covenant Clinic locations now accepting new patients. If you are in need of a specialty line of service, you’ll find a multitude of highly trained physicians ready to serve you right here at home. Our physicians practice throughout several Northeast Iowa Communities and at our area hospitals including Covenant Medical Center (Waterloo), Sartori Memorial Hospital (Cedar Falls) and Mercy Hospital (Oelwein). Breast health is a top priority at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. From detection to breast cancer treatment, we balance advanced technology with personal, compassionate care. With digital mammography on the way, we are committed to providing the very best in breast care. Physicians practicing at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare provide a full range of general gynecologic services for women, from routine yearly examinations and screenings to highly specialized procedures such as minimally invasive surgeries and cancer treatment. Physicians at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare provide expertise in all aspects of gynecologic care including contraceptive options, infertility, menopause, abnormal menstruation and cancer screening.
Urinary Incontinence
Have you ever said, "I laughed so hard I wet my pants?" Urine leakage, or urinary incontinence, is not a laughing matter. It is a common condition, affecting millions of women, with several treatment options, including physical therapy. Osteoporosis is a major health threat to millions of Americans. If left untreated, osteoporosis can be both debilitating and painful. The best way to avoid osteoporosis is to determine your risk and then take steps to prevent the disease. It is important to start early. With proper diet and exercise, you might be able to slow or prevent the onset of osteoporosis. If you already have the disease, early detection and proper medical care can help slow or even reverse its progress. There is no greater joy than preparing for and welcoming a new baby into the family. You want everything to be perfect – from the health of the baby and mommy-to-be to the hospital stay and the ride home – we’re dedicated to helping you prepare yourself during every stage, and making this joyous occasion one you will never forget. Covenant Medical Center has a Prenatal Clinic and a Family Birth Center. We have everything you’ll need including an experienced and dedicated team of obstetricians and health care professionals, state-of-art birthing suites, the only Level II Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in the area, and certified lactation specialists. We also offer informational programs and education classes for expectant parents to achieve the perfect birth experience. Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare has everything in place to give new life a great beginning.
Web Nursery - Having a baby is a special moment in every family’s life, and at Covenant Medical Center families can use the Web to announce the news of their new arrival. With 'Our 365 Share More' program, relatives and friends can view a photo of the newborn and leave a congratulatory message. Simply click on the 'Our 365 Share More' logo, select the baby’s name and enter the nine digit family password.  A Woman’s Place at Covenant (319-272-MOMS (6667) This on-site retail store for families offers a variety of gifts for mom and baby, along with breast pumps, bras, and numerous other hard to find items. The store is located on the third floor in the Family Birth Center and open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment.
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