A Lifetime of Care for Every Woman
Because women have unique health needs, at AdventHealth Port Charlotte, formerly ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte, we offer specialized care to address the needs of women of all ages, from adolescence through menopause. Whether you simply need preventive care and annual screenings or a specialist to manage osteoporosis, heart disease or fibroids, we have the expertise you’re looking for.
We offer a range of services for women, including:
- Gynecologic care, including contraceptive counseling, care for urinary incontinence, and menopause management
- Minimally invasive treatment options, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery
- Osteoporosis screening and treatment
- Preventive screenings and education on cancer, heart disease and other diseases that affect women
- Well-woman care, including Pap tests and pelvic and breast exams
We’re here to help you find the right Women's Health Care specialist or a location that’s convenient for you.
Our Comprehensive Women’s Care Services
- Bone Health
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Although both men and women can develop osteoporosis, women are at greater risk for developing the disease, particularly after menopause.
You can minimize your risk of osteoporosis through lifestyle changes, such as:
- Maintaining a regular exercise routine that includes weight-bearing exercises
- Getting enough calcium and vitamin D
- Minimizing caffeine and alcohol consumption and abstaining from smoking
Our health care professionals and dietitians can help you incorporate healthy dietary and lifestyle habits to lower your risk of developing osteoporosis.
Your doctor will take a complete medical history and perform an exam to determine your risk of the disease.
Screening techniques to detect osteoporosis include:
- X-rays
- Bone density tests (also called DEXA or bone densitometry)
Blood tests, which measure calcium and potassium levels
Your doctor will tailor a treatment program that's right for you. In addition to lifestyle changes to minimize your risk, treatment options include hormone-replacement therapy and management with medications.
- Breast Cancer Surgery
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Surgery is often the primary treatment for breast cancer to remove as much of the cancerous tissue as possible. Our expert surgeons collaborate with a multidisciplinary cancer care team to plan the best course of treatment for each patient.
We are equipped to perform a range of surgical procedures, including:
- Lumpectomy
- Partial mastectomy
- Total mastectomy
- Breast reconstruction
- Gynecologic Surgery
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Our board-certified gynecologic surgeons perform specialized surgical treatments for a variety of conditions utilizing minimally invasive techniques, which may offer less pain, smaller scars and a quicker recovery.
We offer a range of gynecologic surgery procedures, including:
- Minimally invasive robotic-assisted techniques for hysterectomy and fibroid surgery (myomectomy)
- Endometrial ablation
- Surgery for urinary incontinence
- Embolization to treat fibroids
- Vaginal reconstruction
- Heart Care
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, and we’re committed to raising awareness and encouraging preventive strategies to minimize risk among women.
Our board-certified cardiologists and heart care experts provide you with information about your risk factors and ways to prevent the development or reduce the progression of heart disease.
We use advanced diagnostic technology and provide a range of treatments and therapies to combat heart disease, including:
- Medications such as statins, beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors
- Minimally invasive cardiac catheterization techniques, including angioplasty, stent placement, ablation and coronary atherectomy
- Advanced surgical options, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), congenital heart disease repair, arrhythmia surgeries, valve repairs and aortic aneurysm surgery
- Education on heart disease and heart-healthy lifestyle changes
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
Although the most common heart attack symptom for both men and women is chest pain or discomfort, women are more likely than men to experience other common symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea and back or jaw pain.
The most common symptoms of a heart attack include:
- Chest discomfort like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest, lasting either for more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back
- Discomfort or pain in other areas of the upper body, such as in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach
- Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort
- Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea, vomiting or lightheadedness
Recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack can help save your life.
- Women’s Wellness
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Because good health and wellness encompass body, mind and spirit, we offer a wealth of services and resources to enrich your life and contribute to overall health.
Whether you're interested in losing weight, beginning an exercise program or are struggling with personal challenges such as depression or menopause, we can help.
Nutrition Resources
We provide a variety of resources for eating well and minimizing risk factors for conditions.
If you're interested in losing weight, planning nutritious meals or addressing a specific health concern like heart disease and diabetes, our registered dietitians can help develop a plan to meet your goals.
Behavioral Health and Wellness Support
Whether you or a loved one is struggling with depression, a substance use disorder or other emotional challenges, we offer a range of behavioral health services from outpatient counseling to inpatient care.
Education and Support Groups
Through one of our many support groups, you can learn about specific diseases, incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to lower disease risk factors, or gain encouragement from others. We offer everything from new-parent groups to specific groups for individuals living with cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, heart disease and more.
Specialized Health Care for Your Whole Life
Your health needs grow and change throughout your life and as you age. We're here to support your whole health throughout your whole life, from pregnancy and postpartum to menopause and beyond. You can count on our women’s health care specialists at every age and stage.
A Connected Network of Whole-Person Care
You’re a connected system: body, mind and spirit. And so are we. With a multidisciplinary approach to women’s care, we reach across specialties and locations to give you the support you need to thrive.
When it comes to your heart health, rely on us to listen to you, respect your time, compare notes and make decisions with your unique needs and goals in mind. We’re here to help you feel whole again — in body, mind and spirit.