Northwest Women's Clinic
We strive to give the best women’s health care by the best doctors and midwives in the Portland area.
Excessive menstrual bleeding falls into the “irregular period” category. While the amount of blood shed by the endometrial lining during a woman’s period varies from person to person, excessive bleeding is different. Most women occasionally experience a heavy or excessive flow, but chronically heavy periods should be evaluated and discussed with your OB/GYN. If first-line …
At Northwest Women’s Clinic, we are committed to providing the highest quality personalized care for the well-being of all our patients. In fact, more than 7 in 10 of our obstetric patients are delivered by their own doctor or midwife! As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our services, we would like to inform …
We are thrilled to share that Northwest Women’s Clinic has been nominated for a PDX Parent Reader Favorites award in Obstetrics & Women’s Health! Each year, PDX Parent celebrates the best of Portland’s local businesses, camps, playgrounds and more as voted on by the community. Now, we need your help! Cast your vote for us …
Reports from the CDC have highlighted a concerning uptick in cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis among individuals aged 65 and older. Surprisingly, these numbers have nearly doubled in the past decade. This increase may stem from a combination of seniors underestimating their susceptibility to STDs and healthcare providers hesitating to broach sexual health with …
The state of Oregon is leading the way in patient-centered women’s healthcare with the introduction of the Medical Chaperone Law, empowering patients and protecting your rights during sensitive and intimate medical procedures. The Medical Chaperone Law, which came into effect on July 1, 2023, is designed to promote transparency, respect, and patient autonomy, especially in …
Choosing a midwife is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. The midwife you select will be your reproductive health partner, working with you to make healthy lifestyle choices, honor annual wellness visits, and weather the journey from the fertile years to the postmenopausal years. If you get pregnant and choose to start a …
Recent statistics tell us that around 83% of all babies receive breastmilk for some portion of their infant life. We also know that the easier it is for mothers – including working mothers – to breastfeed, the more babies are breastfed for extended portions of their infancy and toddlerhood. Fortunately, legislation like the PUMP for …
