Pediatric and adolescent gynecology, also known as PAG, is a unique subspecialty in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. The specialty provides gynecologic care to infants, children and adolescents ...

August 31, 2010 — A clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers recommendations for a gynecologic examination for adolescents in the pediatric office setting. The report, ...

For many adolescents, the first visit to a gynecologist can be intimidating. The prospect of meeting a new doctor who will ask prying, deeply personal questions about sex and menstruation is scary.

A pelvic exam is a doctor’s visual and physical examination of a woman’s reproductive organs. During the exam, the doctor inspects the vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, vulva, ovaries, and uterus.

Pauline Mendola's research focuses on environmental factors that impact reproductive and pediatric health. Her work in women’s health includes investigations of chronic disease such as autoimmune ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — There is a lack of reported connection between pediatric obesity and reproductive issues, but more research and screening in clinical practice are needed, according to findings ...