Welcome to the 'Ask the Expert' modules which are offered by CWRWC - Women's Wellness Clinic through an unrestricted educational grant from Xanodyne pharmaceuticals given to the ObGyn Alliance.  The following modules are offered for your education and each focuses on relevant topics on women's health:

   * Overview of Ask The Expert

   * Optimal Diet

   * Weight Management

   * Heart Disease

   * Metabolic Syndrome

   * Osteoporosis

   * Breast Health

   * Mood Issues and Depression

   * Pregnancy

   * Supplements

Recent research findings pertaining to women's health include (June, 2009):

Hysterectomy with removal of ovaries is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease (specifically heart attack).

Red wine in moderation is good for your health:  this may be related to the disease-prevention effects of resveratrol (one compound in red wine)  - benefits of red wine includes protection of the heart and brain from damage, reducing age-related diseases, such as inflammation, reversing diabetes and obesity.

Investigators from Univ of Minnesota find preliminary research that Vitamin D added to a diet may improve weight loss results.

Separate from the above:  our clinic will provide recent updates to women's health through our Ask the Experts page.  We look forward to helping you stay healthy.

THYROID DISEASE

Subclinical hypothyroidism - is your TSH slightly above normal?  At what level should you begin treatment? 

Learn more :  click here

Both Drs. Stanfield and Lukes understand that treatment for thyroid disorder may be needed at prior to high levels - make an appointment today to discuss your concerns.