Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Women's Health Services in Effingham
Effingham Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates SC has been dedicated to providing exceptional women's healthcare in Effingham and surrounding areas for 30 years. Our team of board-certified physicians brings over 100 years of combined experience, offering comprehensive gynecological and obstetric services tailored to every stage of a woman's life. We prioritize personalized care, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools like the EPIQ Elite ultrasound system to ensure accurate assessments and effective treatments. Our practice emphasizes compassionate support through annual exams, family planning, menopause management, and surgical procedures, while maintaining a patient-centered environment. As part of Together Womens Health, we collaborate with a network of specialists to deliver integrated care solutions.Our commitment extends beyond clinical excellence to include patient education, preventive care strategies, and community health initiatives. We continuously invest in staff training and technological advancements to maintain high standards of care. Our multidisciplinary approach includes midwifery services, lactation counseling, and specialized treatments for women's health conditions. We maintain transparent communication with patients about treatment options, risks, and benefits. Our practice remains dedicated to evolving with medical advancements while preserving the personal touch that defines our patient relationships.
Services
Gynecology
Obstetrics
Annual Exam
Family Planning
Menopause
Surgical Procedures
Lactation Counseling
Midwifery
Ultrasound
Women's Health Conditions
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Board-certified physicians with over 100 years of combined experience
- Advanced ultrasound imaging with EPIQ Elite technology
- Personalized care plans developed through patient-physician collaboration
- Integrated midwifery services for natural birth options
- Comprehensive lactation counseling from certified specialists
What people say
Good experience
Answered all my concerns
Comfortable, informative visits
Compassionate care
Expertise and patience
Services
Gynecology
Our gynecological services encompass routine exams, STD screenings, and treatment for reproductive health conditions. We specialize in managing menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, and menopausal transitions using evidence-based approaches. Our team provides comprehensive care for conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic organ prolapse through both conservative and surgical interventions.
Obstetrics
We offer complete obstetric care from preconception counseling through postpartum recovery. Our services include genetic screening, 3D/4D ultrasounds, and management of high-risk pregnancies. Our midwifery team supports natural birth options while maintaining hospital privileges for complex deliveries requiring specialized interventions.
Annual Exam
Comprehensive annual exams include Pap smears, clinical breast exams, and mammography referrals. We conduct STD testing, contraceptive counseling, and bone density screenings in our in-office diagnostic suite. These preventive visits focus on early detection of potential health issues through personalized risk assessments.
Menopause
Our menopause specialists address symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood changes through BHRT and non-hormonal treatments. We offer MonaLisa Touch laser therapy for vaginal atrophy and provide comprehensive guidance on managing long-term health risks associated with estrogen loss.
Surgical Procedures
We perform minimally invasive surgeries including endometrial ablation, laparoscopic hysterectomies, and fibroid removal. Our surgical options prioritize outpatient procedures with faster recovery times, utilizing da Vinci robotic technology when appropriate for complex cases requiring precision.
People
Julie Brasel
Certified Nurse Midwife/Lactation Counselor
Certified Lactation Counselor with specialized training in breastfeeding support and midwifery care. Provides expert guidance on infant feeding challenges and natural birth options while maintaining compassionate patient relationships.
Questions
What OB-GYN services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive women's health services including annual exams, prenatal care, menopause management, surgical procedures, lactation support, and treatment for gynecological conditions.
Do you have midwifery services available?
Yes, our certified nurse midwives offer natural birth options and prenatal care with personalized delivery plans while maintaining hospital privileges for complex cases.
What advanced diagnostic tools do you use?
We utilize EPIQ Elite ultrasound technology for detailed imaging and offer bone density testing, mammography referrals, and genetic screening services.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our main office at (217) 342-3337 or visit our website to schedule at our Effingham or Vandalia locations during regular business hours.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
While we don't offer 24/7 services, our providers make every effort to accommodate patient schedules with flexible weekday appointment options.