Category: Medical
PCOS: The Causes & How to Spot It
What disease affects up to 20% of reproductive-age women worldwide? Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a common women’s health disorder stemming from the inability to produce enough estrogen.
Read MoreHow to stay educated about women’s health and hormone therapy?
A century ago, the average American woman’s life span was about 50 years due to innumerable dangers and diseases. Most women didn’t live long enough to be concerned about menopause or women’s health changes that occur with age. Today, average life expectancy for American women is about 81 years of age, and that number is…
Read MoreSan Antonio Obstetrician and Gynecologist – 37 years in the making!
Dr. Bhatia highlights some of her favorite experiences and why she should serve as your obstetrician and gynecologist (hint: not many physicians can boast 37 years in solo practice in any field!)
Read MorePrimary Chemotherapy as Good as Primary Surgery for Advanced Ovarian Cancer?
Platinum-based chemotherapy followed by delayed surgery appears to be an effective and safe alternative to primary surgical debulking followed by chemotherapy in women newly diagnosed with advanced ovarian carcinoma, according to results from the CHORUS noninferiority trial.
Read MoreSubclinical Hyperthyroidism May Increase Fracture Risk
A study of over 70,000 patients has linked subclinical hyperthyroidism to increased risk for hip, spine, and other fractures.
Read MoreTo Promote Breastfeeding, Fewer Hospitals Hand Out Formula
Fewer U.S. hospitals are giving away free infant formula, a new study finds, a shift that may help encourage more new mothers to breastfeed.
Read MoreNew Study on ‘Very Hot Topic’ in BRCA Testing
Multigene panels have equal accuracy in detecting BRCA mutations compared with BRCA-only tests, and also provide patients with more information about their risk for hereditary breast cancer.
Read MoreOBGYN San Antonio
Dr. Neera Bhatia’s San Antonio OBGYN services provide experienced, top notch care for all stages of a woman’s life. Many of her OBGYN services in San Antonio include preventative care and treatment that is tailored to suit a woman’s everyday needs.
Read MoreHow to stay educated – as a patient and physician?
Dr. Bhatia’s take: read articles of interest and stay current with trends in the field.
Read MoreCervical Cancer Prevention Efforts May Be Lacking
Gynecologists are not generally complying with guidelines for cervical cancer screening and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, a survey shows.
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