2011 Women's Health Guide
by Kelsey Menzel
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As good as you may feel after your afternoon workout, it's important to remember that fitness is more than just hours at the gym. Remember to get regular check-ups to prevent a major health problem down the road. This month, check out our guide to some of Austin’s best women’s health practitioners.
Renaissance Women's Group
Renaissance Women's Group consists of board-certified physicians and experienced nurse practitioners who offer a wide range of obstetric and gynecological services. Providing the highest quality of health care available to women through a caring, supportive and respectful manner has been the hallmark of Renaissance Women's Group since 1995.
OBSTETRICS
— deliveries performed at the new St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas at North Austin Medical Center
— 3D/4D Ultrasound
— prenatal diagnosis/testing including amniocentesis, first screen, CVS and more
— prenatal classes including childbirth, parenting, baby care basics and more
GYNECOLOGY
— annual examinations
— contraceptive management
— sexually transmitted disease testing and education
— evaluation and treatment of abnormal pap smears and menstrual disorders
— menopause: evaluation, counseling and treatment
— convenient in-office surgery, including endometrial ablation to eliminate excessive periods and assure for permanent birth control
— osteoporosis screening /bone density
— BRAC analysis testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
— Gardasil-HPV vaccine
— minimally-invasive surgery, including laparoscopic-assisted hysterectomy
— da Vinci robotic surgery
— urodynamic testing
Accepting new patients now! We accept most insurance plans.
512.339.6626 | www.rwgdocs.com
Austin Fertility and Reproductive Medicine
A Family of Physicians Helping Couples Build Families of Their Own.
The Kavoussi’s have called Austin home for more than 30 years and feel a strong bond to the city and the people who make Austin the unique place it is. They are a family of physicians dedicated to helping couples achieve their dreams of building a family.
Dr. K.M. Kavoussi completed his residency at the Bayview campus of Johns Hopkins University followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Maryland. He has been providing fertility care for women in the Austin area since 1983. Dr. Kavoussi was joined by his son Dr. Shahryar Kavoussi, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, in 2007 after he completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio, followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Michigan.
In 2010 another one of Dr. K.M. Kavoussi’s sons — Dr. Parviz Kavoussi — a reproductive urologist trained in male infertility and sexual medicine, joined Austin Fertility and Reproductive Medicine after completing his residency at Texas A&M Health Sciences Center Scott and White Memorial Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Urology, Andrology and Microsurgery at the University of Virginia.
The Kavoussi’s have the unique opportunity of being the only fertility center in Austin with fellowship-trained and board-certified specialists in female and male infertility, offering personalized and compassionate comprehensive care for the couple. Dr.’s K.M. and Shahryar Kavoussi offer services including: in vitro fertilization (IVF), ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination (IUI), da Vinci robot- assisted tubal reversals and myomectomies, care for patients with polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, minimally-invasive surgical therapy for infertility including laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, and treatment of uterine anomalies.
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi is the only Austin urologist who is specialty trained in male infertility, vasectomy reversals and sexual medicine services including: microscopic and da Vinci robot-assisted vasectomy reversals, no-scalpel vasectomy, treatment of male infertility, sperm retrievals, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease (curvature of the penis interfering with intercourse), low sex drive, low testosterone and premature ejaculation.
Individualized and personal evaluations and treatments are the hallmarks of this practice.
For more information, please call 512.444.1414 or visit www.austinfertilityrm.com
Seton Institute for Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Putting Lives Back Together
Five Centers of Expertise. One Destination.
The Seton Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery is the region’s only resource for five highly-specialized centers of plastic surgery expertise in one place:
• The Hand Center treats adult and pediatric patients with injuries or problems in the hand, wrist, forearm and arm requiring medical or surgical management.
• The Breast Center helps women who have breast abnormalities due to cancer and other diseases, as well as aesthetic concerns, by restoring ideal and appropriate shape and size.
• The Advanced Facial Surgery Center specializes in treating complex conditions, diseases and injuries of the face, skull and jaws, and provides a full-range of reconstructive and aesthetic facial surgery, including facelifts, aesthetic and functional nasal surgery and cosmetic eyelid surgery.
• The Plastic Surgery Center offers a comprehensive range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, including body contouring (liposuction/tummy tucks) and soft tissue reconstruction (extremity salvage, skin cancer).
• The Wound Care Center provides specialized treatment for slow-healing and difficult wounds caused by trauma, tumors, injuries, vascular disease and infections, in conjunction with the University Medical Center Brackenridge Wound Care Department.
Our surgeons have advanced training and experience that extends beyond reconstructive surgery to aesthetic surgery, enabling us to provide safe, high-quality surgery options to our patients.
Joined by the vision of treating the whole person, our team is restoring function and improving quality of life for all in Central Texas.
Specialists in Complex Care
The Seton Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery is equipped to handle the most complicated cases, including emergencies such as digit and limb reattachments. Our surgeons are fellowship-trained in multiple surgical disciplines and experienced at handling highly intricate procedures.
One Extraordinary Resource
We work closely with physicians from all over Central Texas who refer patients to our specialized care, and are pleased to work with all insurance plans. The first step is to consult with a member of the surgical team to explore your options.
Locations: Austin | Clinical Education Center at Brackenridge | 1400 N IH-35, Ste. 320 | Austin, TX 78701
Round Rock | Seton Williamson Medical Plaza I | 301 Seton Parkway, Ste. 402 | Round Rock, TX 78665
To schedule an appointment, please call toll-free 877.977.3866. SetonPlasticSurgery.com
The Urology Team
Dr. Melody Denson joined The Urology Team in September 2006. She earned her medical degree at the University of Nebraska in 1996, and was a resident urologist until 2002 at the University of Iowa Hospital and clinics. Additionally, she was a urologic surgeon at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia until 2005, and a urologic surgeon at Trinity Clinic Urologic Institute and Continence Center in Tyler, Texas.
Dr. Denson has written extensively about female incontinence and use of MRI imaging as a diagnostic tool regarding female incontinence. She is certified by the American Board of Urology, and has affiliations with the American Urological Association, Society of Women in Urology, The South Central Section of the AUA, the Texas Medical Association and Travis County Medical Society.
Dr. Denson's areas of specialty are pelvic organ prolapse or pelvic floor reconstruction, chronic pelvic pain or Interstitial cystitis, incontinence, Interstim sacral nerve placement, vasectomies and vasectomy reversals.
Dr. Ann Lavers joined the Urology Team in March 2010. Previously, she had been in private practice in St. Paul, Minnesota after finishing her urology residency at the University of Minnesota in June 2005. She augmented her specific commitment to female urology with a year-long fellowship with Metro Urology, where she gained expertise in neuromodulation, pelvic prolapse repair, voiding dysfunction and female incontinence. She is passionately committed to helping women find the most appropriate, correct treatments for their particular urologic concerns. Dr. Lavers also has experience with daVinci robotic surgery for sacrocopolplexy for vaginal vault prolapse.
Dr. Lavers was awarded the honor of "Top Doctor for Women" in the 2008 and 2009 Minnesota Monthly Magazine Top Doctors issues. With the addition of Ann Lavers, MD, The Urology Team becomes the only urology practice in Central Texas with four female urologists.
Dr. Lavers | Dr. Denson
eOs Dermatology
You’re running, working out, eating right and feeling great physically and mentally. Now might be the time to add a routine to care for the largest organ in your body, and one of the most overlooked: your skin.
Dr. Steven Rasmussen, a board-certified dermatologist, is the medical director at eOs Dermatology by Austin Regional Clinic. Dr. Rasmussen provides on-site supervision for a team of highly-skilled aestheticians who work with him to help you achieve youthful, healthy skin that reflects your fitness lifestyle.
“It’s important for you to not only look good but to achieve optimum skin health,” Dr. Rasmussen says. “At eOs, we work with you to select the services that are right for your skin type and lifestyle. Protection from the sun is one of the most important ways to prevent premature aging throughout your life and is even more important when you’re active outdoors.”
He advises healthy athletes to think about the following:
Protection
Get a full-body skin exam every year to identify and treat potential skin cancers and wear sunscreen every day. Choose the correct product for your skin type and cover all exposed surfaces. Let the eOs experts help you choose effective, medical-grade products that really work.
Correction
If you already have skin damage, we can help. eOs offers a full range of rejuvenating treatments from chemical peels to photofacial resurfacing to laser treatments. These can remove skin blemishes, including freckles and brown spots.
Smooth Skin
Many fitness enthusiasts shave almost every day for comfort and speed while exercising. Laser hair removal permanently reduces unwanted hair while eliminating the discomfort of daily shaving.
A Healthy Glow
Blocking sun damage is essential to good skin health, but it’s hard to be healthy and fit and look pale. If you want a tan to show off your healthy body, get it the safe way with a sunless airbrush tan. It gives you a great, healthy tan without exposure to and damage from ultraviolet rays.
eOs Dermatology is a natural fit for those who want healthy skin to complement healthy bodies. Call 512.482.9344 for a complimentary med spa consultation.
Kirsten K Shepard, DC, LMT
Kirsten K Shepard, DC, LMT is a chiropractor, massage therapist and a mom. Dr. Shepard attended the University of Texas at Austin, Lauterstein-Conway Massage School and Parker College of Chiropractic. She has been practicing massage therapy for more than 14 years and chiropractic for more than five. She spent three years practicing in Los Angeles, focusing on prenatal, pediatric care and sports medicine before returning to her beloved city of Austin.
Dr. Shepard’s passion to educate our community about the benefits of holistic wellness care for optimal health led her to found Longevity Wellness Group. Located in central Austin, Longevity Wellness Group is committed to serving people who want a natural, higher quality of life for themselves and their families. Longevity Wellness Group offers chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, yoga and Pilates, with the goal of removing the devastating effects of nervous system interference caused by physical, chemical and emotional stress.
Renaissance Women's Group
Renaissance Women's Group consists of board-certified physicians and experienced nurse practitioners who offer a wide range of obstetric and gynecological services. Providing the highest quality of health care available to women through a caring, supportive and respectful manner has been the hallmark of Renaissance Women's Group since 1995.
OBSTETRICS
— deliveries performed at the new St. David’s Women’s Center of Texas at North Austin Medical Center
— 3D/4D Ultrasound
— prenatal diagnosis/testing including amniocentesis, first screen, CVS and more
— prenatal classes including childbirth, parenting, baby care basics and more
GYNECOLOGY
— annual examinations
— contraceptive management
— sexually transmitted disease testing and education
— evaluation and treatment of abnormal pap smears and menstrual disorders
— menopause: evaluation, counseling and treatment
— convenient in-office surgery, including endometrial ablation to eliminate excessive periods and assure for permanent birth control
— osteoporosis screening /bone density
— BRAC analysis testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
— Gardasil-HPV vaccine
— minimally-invasive surgery, including laparoscopic-assisted hysterectomy
— da Vinci robotic surgery
— urodynamic testing
Accepting new patients now! We accept most insurance plans.
512.339.6626 | www.rwgdocs.com
Austin Fertility and Reproductive Medicine
A Family of Physicians Helping Couples Build Families of Their Own.
The Kavoussi’s have called Austin home for more than 30 years and feel a strong bond to the city and the people who make Austin the unique place it is. They are a family of physicians dedicated to helping couples achieve their dreams of building a family.
Dr. K.M. Kavoussi completed his residency at the Bayview campus of Johns Hopkins University followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Maryland. He has been providing fertility care for women in the Austin area since 1983. Dr. Kavoussi was joined by his son Dr. Shahryar Kavoussi, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, in 2007 after he completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio, followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Michigan.
In 2010 another one of Dr. K.M. Kavoussi’s sons — Dr. Parviz Kavoussi — a reproductive urologist trained in male infertility and sexual medicine, joined Austin Fertility and Reproductive Medicine after completing his residency at Texas A&M Health Sciences Center Scott and White Memorial Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Reproductive Urology, Andrology and Microsurgery at the University of Virginia.
The Kavoussi’s have the unique opportunity of being the only fertility center in Austin with fellowship-trained and board-certified specialists in female and male infertility, offering personalized and compassionate comprehensive care for the couple. Dr.’s K.M. and Shahryar Kavoussi offer services including: in vitro fertilization (IVF), ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination (IUI), da Vinci robot- assisted tubal reversals and myomectomies, care for patients with polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, minimally-invasive surgical therapy for infertility including laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, and treatment of uterine anomalies.
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi is the only Austin urologist who is specialty trained in male infertility, vasectomy reversals and sexual medicine services including: microscopic and da Vinci robot-assisted vasectomy reversals, no-scalpel vasectomy, treatment of male infertility, sperm retrievals, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease (curvature of the penis interfering with intercourse), low sex drive, low testosterone and premature ejaculation.
Individualized and personal evaluations and treatments are the hallmarks of this practice.
For more information, please call 512.444.1414 or visit www.austinfertilityrm.com
Seton Institute for Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Putting Lives Back Together
Five Centers of Expertise. One Destination.
The Seton Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery is the region’s only resource for five highly-specialized centers of plastic surgery expertise in one place:
• The Hand Center treats adult and pediatric patients with injuries or problems in the hand, wrist, forearm and arm requiring medical or surgical management.
• The Breast Center helps women who have breast abnormalities due to cancer and other diseases, as well as aesthetic concerns, by restoring ideal and appropriate shape and size.
• The Advanced Facial Surgery Center specializes in treating complex conditions, diseases and injuries of the face, skull and jaws, and provides a full-range of reconstructive and aesthetic facial surgery, including facelifts, aesthetic and functional nasal surgery and cosmetic eyelid surgery.
• The Plastic Surgery Center offers a comprehensive range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, including body contouring (liposuction/tummy tucks) and soft tissue reconstruction (extremity salvage, skin cancer).
• The Wound Care Center provides specialized treatment for slow-healing and difficult wounds caused by trauma, tumors, injuries, vascular disease and infections, in conjunction with the University Medical Center Brackenridge Wound Care Department.
Our surgeons have advanced training and experience that extends beyond reconstructive surgery to aesthetic surgery, enabling us to provide safe, high-quality surgery options to our patients.
Joined by the vision of treating the whole person, our team is restoring function and improving quality of life for all in Central Texas.
Specialists in Complex Care
The Seton Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery is equipped to handle the most complicated cases, including emergencies such as digit and limb reattachments. Our surgeons are fellowship-trained in multiple surgical disciplines and experienced at handling highly intricate procedures.
One Extraordinary Resource
We work closely with physicians from all over Central Texas who refer patients to our specialized care, and are pleased to work with all insurance plans. The first step is to consult with a member of the surgical team to explore your options.
Locations: Austin | Clinical Education Center at Brackenridge | 1400 N IH-35, Ste. 320 | Austin, TX 78701
Round Rock | Seton Williamson Medical Plaza I | 301 Seton Parkway, Ste. 402 | Round Rock, TX 78665
To schedule an appointment, please call toll-free 877.977.3866. SetonPlasticSurgery.com
The Urology Team
Dr. Melody Denson joined The Urology Team in September 2006. She earned her medical degree at the University of Nebraska in 1996, and was a resident urologist until 2002 at the University of Iowa Hospital and clinics. Additionally, she was a urologic surgeon at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia until 2005, and a urologic surgeon at Trinity Clinic Urologic Institute and Continence Center in Tyler, Texas.
Dr. Denson has written extensively about female incontinence and use of MRI imaging as a diagnostic tool regarding female incontinence. She is certified by the American Board of Urology, and has affiliations with the American Urological Association, Society of Women in Urology, The South Central Section of the AUA, the Texas Medical Association and Travis County Medical Society.
Dr. Denson's areas of specialty are pelvic organ prolapse or pelvic floor reconstruction, chronic pelvic pain or Interstitial cystitis, incontinence, Interstim sacral nerve placement, vasectomies and vasectomy reversals.
Dr. Ann Lavers joined the Urology Team in March 2010. Previously, she had been in private practice in St. Paul, Minnesota after finishing her urology residency at the University of Minnesota in June 2005. She augmented her specific commitment to female urology with a year-long fellowship with Metro Urology, where she gained expertise in neuromodulation, pelvic prolapse repair, voiding dysfunction and female incontinence. She is passionately committed to helping women find the most appropriate, correct treatments for their particular urologic concerns. Dr. Lavers also has experience with daVinci robotic surgery for sacrocopolplexy for vaginal vault prolapse.
Dr. Lavers was awarded the honor of "Top Doctor for Women" in the 2008 and 2009 Minnesota Monthly Magazine Top Doctors issues. With the addition of Ann Lavers, MD, The Urology Team becomes the only urology practice in Central Texas with four female urologists.
Dr. Lavers | Dr. Denson
eOs Dermatology
You’re running, working out, eating right and feeling great physically and mentally. Now might be the time to add a routine to care for the largest organ in your body, and one of the most overlooked: your skin.
Dr. Steven Rasmussen, a board-certified dermatologist, is the medical director at eOs Dermatology by Austin Regional Clinic. Dr. Rasmussen provides on-site supervision for a team of highly-skilled aestheticians who work with him to help you achieve youthful, healthy skin that reflects your fitness lifestyle.
“It’s important for you to not only look good but to achieve optimum skin health,” Dr. Rasmussen says. “At eOs, we work with you to select the services that are right for your skin type and lifestyle. Protection from the sun is one of the most important ways to prevent premature aging throughout your life and is even more important when you’re active outdoors.”
He advises healthy athletes to think about the following:
Protection
Get a full-body skin exam every year to identify and treat potential skin cancers and wear sunscreen every day. Choose the correct product for your skin type and cover all exposed surfaces. Let the eOs experts help you choose effective, medical-grade products that really work.
Correction
If you already have skin damage, we can help. eOs offers a full range of rejuvenating treatments from chemical peels to photofacial resurfacing to laser treatments. These can remove skin blemishes, including freckles and brown spots.
Smooth Skin
Many fitness enthusiasts shave almost every day for comfort and speed while exercising. Laser hair removal permanently reduces unwanted hair while eliminating the discomfort of daily shaving.
A Healthy Glow
Blocking sun damage is essential to good skin health, but it’s hard to be healthy and fit and look pale. If you want a tan to show off your healthy body, get it the safe way with a sunless airbrush tan. It gives you a great, healthy tan without exposure to and damage from ultraviolet rays.
eOs Dermatology is a natural fit for those who want healthy skin to complement healthy bodies. Call 512.482.9344 for a complimentary med spa consultation.
Kirsten K Shepard, DC, LMT
Kirsten K Shepard, DC, LMT is a chiropractor, massage therapist and a mom. Dr. Shepard attended the University of Texas at Austin, Lauterstein-Conway Massage School and Parker College of Chiropractic. She has been practicing massage therapy for more than 14 years and chiropractic for more than five. She spent three years practicing in Los Angeles, focusing on prenatal, pediatric care and sports medicine before returning to her beloved city of Austin.
Dr. Shepard’s passion to educate our community about the benefits of holistic wellness care for optimal health led her to found Longevity Wellness Group. Located in central Austin, Longevity Wellness Group is committed to serving people who want a natural, higher quality of life for themselves and their families. Longevity Wellness Group offers chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, yoga and Pilates, with the goal of removing the devastating effects of nervous system interference caused by physical, chemical and emotional stress.
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