Women's Health & Fertility
Women's health (gynecology and obstetrics) covers the female reproductive system across every life stage — menstrual and hormonal disorders, fibroids, endometriosis, pregnancy care, menopause and gynecologic cancers — alongside fertility treatment such as IVF. Care combines diagnosis, medical and minimally invasive surgical treatment, and assisted reproduction to support reproductive and overall health.
Medically reviewed by the Florence Healthcare medical team · Last reviewed June 2026
Overview
Women's health spans a wide range of conditions, from common concerns such as heavy or painful periods and fibroids to complex problems including endometriosis, pelvic floor disorders and cancers of the ovary, uterus and cervix. It also encompasses pregnancy care and the hormonal changes of menopause.
Many gynecologic conditions can now be treated with minimally invasive (laparoscopic or robotic) surgery, which means smaller incisions and a faster recovery. For couples and individuals facing difficulty conceiving, assisted reproduction — including IVF and ICSI — offers a well-established pathway, supported by an embryology laboratory and fertility counselling.
International patients seeking fertility treatment benefit from a remote consultation to review their history and tests, so that a personalized timeline and realistic expectations are set before travel.
Common conditions we treat
Gynecologic cancers
Cancers of the ovary, uterus and cervix, where surgery and chemotherapy are central and screening aids early detection.
Menopausal disorders
Symptoms from declining hormones, such as hot flushes and bone loss, managed with lifestyle measures and hormone therapy.
Pelvic floor disorders
Conditions such as prolapse and incontinence that affect quality of life and can be treated with therapy or surgery.
Symptoms
- Heavy, irregular or painful menstrual periods
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- Pain during intercourse
- Difficulty conceiving
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge
- Bleeding after menopause
- Urinary leakage or a sensation of pelvic prolapse
- Hot flushes, night sweats or mood changes around menopause
When to seek care
Seek prompt care for severe pelvic pain, heavy bleeding that soaks through protection hourly, bleeding after menopause, or any bleeding or severe pain during pregnancy — these can signal conditions needing urgent assessment.
How we diagnose
- Pelvic examination and cervical (Pap) smear
- Transvaginal and pelvic ultrasound
- Hormone and blood tests
- Hysteroscopy and laparoscopy
- MRI for fibroids, endometriosis or cancer staging
- Fertility evaluation and semen analysis
How we treat it
Treatment is tailored to your diagnosis. Explore the procedures we offer for this area:
Where you'll be treated
Care for this area is led by our Infertility & IVF Center.
Learn more
Plain-language, provider-reviewed articles on tests, procedures and symptoms in our Health Library.
Women's Health & Fertility — frequently asked questions
IVF involves stimulating the ovaries to produce eggs, collecting them, fertilizing them with sperm in the laboratory (often by ICSI), then transferring an embryo to the uterus. A typical cycle spans a few weeks. Your coordinator provides a clear timeline and the number of visits required before you travel.
Infertility can stem from factors in either partner — ovulation problems, blocked tubes, endometriosis, sperm abnormalities — or remain unexplained. Many causes are treatable, and assisted reproduction such as IVF, ICSI or intrauterine insemination helps many couples conceive. Evaluation of both partners guides the right approach.
Endometriosis is suspected from symptoms such as pelvic pain and painful periods and supported by ultrasound or MRI, though laparoscopy can confirm it. Treatment ranges from pain relief and hormonal therapy to minimally invasive surgery to remove the tissue, depending on severity and fertility goals.
No. Many fibroids cause no symptoms and need only monitoring. When they cause heavy bleeding, pain or pressure, options include medication, a myomectomy (removing the fibroids while preserving the uterus) or, in some cases, hysterectomy. The choice depends on symptoms, size and whether you wish to preserve fertility.
Yes. Egg or embryo freezing can be offered before treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy that may affect fertility. Because timing matters, it is best discussed with both your oncology and fertility teams as early as possible.
Yes. A remote consultation lets specialists review your medical history and test results and outline a personalized treatment plan, timeline and cost estimate before you commit to travel.
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