Women's healthcare in Tennessee
Personalized OB-GYN care
You want an OB-GYN who understands you and your preferences and answers your questions — big and small. Find a doctor you feel comfortable talking to. Your OB-GYN provides care throughout every stage of your life — from yearly exams and screenings to care during pregnancy and through menopause. We understand the unique healthcare needs of women and moms.
Maternity care
Whether you’re having your first baby or you’re an experienced mom, you know your body best and your preferences are important. The doctors and care teams at Ascension Saint Thomas start by getting to know you, answering your questions and understanding your preferences. You’ll be supported by a team that will provide the care you need throughout your pregnancy, labor and delivery, follow-up care and beyond. That’s why more families choose Ascension Saint Thomas for the birth of their baby than any other health system in Tennessee.
Not all women need specialized high-risk care for their pregnancy. But if you do, Ascension Saint Thomas care teams who specialize in maternal fetal medicine (MFM) are here for you. Our maternal fetal medicine specialists deliver care for moms at higher-risk or with pregnancy complications. If there is a newborn medical emergency, we have a Level III NICU at our Midtown hospital and a Level II NICU at our Rutherford hospital.
Heart care specialized for women
Cardiologists at Ascension Saint Thomas provide woman-focused heart care. We specialize in caring for heart conditions that commonly affect women, including heart disease, heart attack and chronic chest pain. We also offer perinatal cardiac care for women at increased risk for heart complications during pregnancy. And we provide follow-up care for women who experienced preeclampsia during their pregnancy. If you are an existing patient, ask if a virtual (telehealth) visit is an option for your appointment.
Cancer care focused on women
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Our care teams are here to provide the care and support you need. And if you have a family history of cancer, we offer genetic counseling and testing. If you have breast cancer, you'll have a multidisciplinary team of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and breast surgeons working together to create a care plan that's right for you. We understand that breast cancer can leave you with a lot of questions and concerns. Nurse navigators are here for you, to answer your questions and help guide you through your treatment and recovery. We offer the most advanced treatment options for gynecologic cancers, including robotic and laparoscopic surgery, lymphatic mapping, novel chemotherapy treatment options, and clinical research trials. You also have access to support services during treatment and into survivorship.
Care for your pelvic health
As women, our bodies change as we age, and so do our healthcare needs. Childbirth and menopause can lead to changes in your pelvic floor. These changes can result in vaginal, bladder or pelvic health problems. At Ascension Medical Group Center for Female Pelvic Medicine, our care team specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor disorders in women. Learn more about women's pelvic healthcare.