What to Expect


Your daughter's first visit to the gynecologist
should be a positive experience. All examinations conducted are age-appropriate
and are provided in a sensitive and caring mannert. Educational resources are
available for patients and their families. All physicians and staff make special
efforts to explain tests, treatments and procedures. All patients and their
families are encouraged to ask questions.


Pediatric gynecologic exams


The gynecologic examination of a child is
completely different from that of an adult. The prepubertal child is susceptible
to injuries and infections that are unique because of the unestrogenized state 
of the tissues of the introitus, hymen and vagina. 



Dr. Benz has expertise in the variations of
normal prepubertal anatomy and physiology, as well as the ability to communicate
both with the child, and her parents. Examinations take place in a manner that
is reassuring, non-threatening and without discomfort. 
teens.


Adolescent gynecologic exams


Adolescents also have special needs in their
examination, especially if this is a first pelvic examination. The first
examination is a golden opportunity to educate young patients about the breast
and pelvic examination, answer questions about development, and provide medical
reassurances, and information about issues of health and sexuality.


Dr. Benz is skilled in the medical evaluation
and surgical management and correction of gynecologic disorders of this age
group. Laparoscopy for evaluation of abdominal masses, pelvic pain and pelvic
endometriosis; vaginoscopy for removal of foreign objects, and
assessment of bleeding and injuries; and colposcopy for evaluation of abnormal
bleeding and abnormal pap smears are available for young
patients.