Comprehensive Women’s Health Services at UCSF

UCSF Health provides a full spectrum of gynecologic and obstetric care, from routine screenings to complex surgical interventions and high-risk pregnancy management. Their approach centers on compassionate, individualized care delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experts.

Gynecologic Services: Supporting Women Through All Life Stages

UCSF gynecologists offer care for women of all ages, addressing a wide range of health needs. Services include:

• Well-Patient Visits: Routine check-ups, including screenings for cervical cancer, pelvic exams, and breast exams.
• Chronic Condition Management: Expert care for conditions like endometriosis.
• Birth Control Guidance: Assistance in selecting the most appropriate birth control method.
• Sexual Health Concerns: Solutions for issues such as pain during intercourse, low sex drive, and vaginal dryness, utilizing treatments like medication, hormone therapy, and minor surgical procedures.
• Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS): Management of gynecologic conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, and adenomyosis, often employing minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery times.

Advanced Surgical Options

UCSF offers specialized surgical expertise in gynecologic oncology, utilizing minimally invasive approaches when appropriate. UCSF’s multidisciplinary team includes gynecologic cancer surgeons, radiation specialists, and specially trained nurses.

Comprehensive Pregnancy Care

UCSF’s obstetricians provide expert care throughout every stage of pregnancy, from preconception planning to delivery and postpartum recovery. Services include:

• Prenatal Care: Comprehensive monitoring and support during pregnancy.
• Midwifery Services: Certified nurse-midwives are integrated into the obstetric team, offering an alternative care option.
• Prenatal Diagnostics: Advanced ultrasound screening and genetic testing to assess fetal health, including access to whole genome sequencing for complex cases. Genetic counseling services are available in-person or virtually.
• Fetal Treatments: Expert fetal surgeons specializing in less invasive techniques like fetal endoscopic surgery.
• High-Risk Pregnancy Care: Specialized care for individuals with high-risk pregnancies, provided by maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialists.
• Perinatal Services: Support and resources for adjusting to life with a newborn, particularly for UCSF Health patients with Medi-Cal insurance.

Radiation Oncology for Gynecologic Cancers

UCSF Radiation Oncology, a part of the UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center, offers a complete range of treatments for gynecologic cancers, including:

• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy
• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy
• Intracavitary Brachytherapy
• Interstitial Brachytherapy
• Image-Guided Brachytherapy

Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment

The Gynecologic Oncology Program collaborates with the UCSF Hereditary Cancer Clinic to provide personalized care and planning for individuals and families with genetic mutations linked to hereditary cancers, such as BRCA1 or BRCA2.

Key Takeaways

• UCSF Health offers comprehensive gynecologic and obstetric care for women of all ages.
• A multidisciplinary team of experts provides individualized and compassionate care.
• Advanced diagnostic and treatment options are available, including minimally invasive surgery and genetic testing.
• Specialized care is provided for high-risk pregnancies and gynecologic cancers.