Gynecology

Nationally Ranked in Ob/Gyn

UT Southwestern Medical Center is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for obstetric and gynecological care.

At UT Southwestern Medical Center, we’re focused on women’s gynecological health and well-being, from childhood through menopause and beyond.

Our gynecologists have years of expertise in evaluating, treating, and managing all types of conditions affecting women’s health. Our physicians, nurses, and other providers work closely with each patient to help her achieve her best health.

Women’s Health Care Specialists

Gynecology is the specialty of medicine for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions that affect the female reproductive organs. Our gynecologists provide health care for disorders and injuries affecting the vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.

In addition to specialists trained in the latest minimally invasive surgery techniques, our physician team includes gynecologists with advanced training in fertility and reproductive medicine, gynecological cancer, pediatric and adolescent gynecology, and urogynecology. From well-woman exams to gynecological surgery, we provide experienced, compassionate care to serve each patient’s needs in a friendly and comfortable environment.

Common Women’s Gynecological Health Issues

Our gynecology specialists manage care for a wide range of women’s health issues, such as:

Advanced reproductive disorders, such as endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts
Gynecologic cancers, such as cervical cancer and ovarian cancer
Gynecologic conditions, such as painful periods and heavy bleeding
Infertility and its underlying causes
Menopause and related issues
Pediatric and teen gynecology issues, such as early or delayed puberty and all types of menstruation problems
Pelvic floor disorders, such as pelvic organ prolapse
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as chlamydia, genital herpes, HIV, HPV, pelvic inflammatory disease, and syphilis
Urinary and fecal incontinence
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Gynecology Services and Treatments

Our physicians, nurses, and other providers at UT Southwestern offer comprehensive gynecological health care for women and girls at every age and every stage of life. Our services and treatments include:
Assessment and management of pelvic infections, endometriosis, and other problems of the female urinary and reproductive tracts
Comprehensive, specialized gynecological health care for girls and teens
Family planning and contraception, including adolescent contraception and contraception for those with complex health problems, such as cancer or chronic conditions
Fertility evaluations and treatments for women and couples to identify and treat underlying causes of difficulty achieving a successful pregnancy
Fertility preservation, such as egg and embryo freezing
Gynecologic surgery, including hysterectomy and gynecologic minimally invasive surgery techniques, such as laparoscopy, robotic surgery, and endometrial ablation
Management and treatment options for menstrual problems, such as painful periods and heavy bleeding and premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Management and treatment options for symptoms of menopause
Prevention, evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management for gynecological cancers
Age-specific well-woman evaluations, which may include breast and pelvic exams, Pap smears, and other laboratory and imaging studies as needed
Specialized care to treat and manage advanced reproductive disorders
Treatments for urinary and pelvic floor conditions

UT Southwestern’s Women’s Gynecology Clinics

Lowe Foundation Center for Women’s Preventive Health Care

Focuses on preventive women’s health care and specialized gynecologic care for women with fibroids, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, endometriosis, and post-reproductive/postmenopausal needs.

Pediatric-Adolescent Gynecology Program at Children’s Medical Center

Specializes in the medical and surgical management of gynecological conditions unique to girls ages newborn to 18.

Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery Clinic

Offers a full range of surgical and non-surgical treatments for urinary and pelvic floor conditions.

Fertility and Advanced Reproductive Medicine Clinic

Specializes in the treatment of advanced gynecological disorders in women of all ages and fertility issues in women and couples of childbearing age.

Gynecologic Oncology Clinic at Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center

Provides evaluation and treatment for women with cancer of the reproductive organs and preventive care for women at increased risk for hereditary cancer.