OB/GYN and Urogynecology
Specialty Care Center
The most advanced, personalized healthcare available.
Conveniently located in Maplewood, Woodbury, Hudson, and Apple Valley.
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Discover Functional and Integrative Medicine. Discover Complete Wellness.
Many women suffer for years with conditions that are never really diagnosed. Various symptoms may get treated with medication or a pat on the arm – but it never really resolves the actual problem. If you're one of these people, Functional Medicine may offer the right solution for you.
The Functional Medicine Approach
Imagine a path to wellness that addresses the root cause of your condition or concern, and attends to the whole you - body, mind, and spirit. That's WomanWell. That's Functional and Integrative Medicine.
Your journey begins with an in-depth appointment with a Functional Medicine Physician or Nurse Practitioner. Your personalized care can include the Integrative Therapies of your choice. With WomanWell and Minnesota Women's Care, you can start on the journey to complete wellness.
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Minnesota Women's Care now has the first medspa in Minnesota just for moms-to-be. Enjoy safe and soothing spa treatments all through pregnancy. Get your glow with a refreshing facial. Relax with a prenatal massage. Or come and take a nap when your energy takes a dive. This is the place for you.
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WomanWoRX is fitness with purpose. We help women at every age to live fit, active lives: build core strength and flexibility; strengthen your pelvic floor; prepare for and recover from childbirth; and resolve pelvic floor issues with non-surgical solutions. With a foundation of women’s health, physical therapy, chiropractic, and exercise science, we’re here to help you live your best life.
About Rejuvenation: The Spa at Minnesota Women's Care
At Minnesota Women's Care, our healthcare always begins by listening. One thing we hear again and again from women is that they'd like to feel and look better. Perhaps you're missing the glowing skin of youth or you're struggling with body issues that make you feel less than confident in a swimsuit. Whatever the case, we're here to listen and to offer the right treatments for you – the ones that will help you feel like you can conquer the world.
Our Approach: Great Aestheticians and the Most Effective Treatments
With our foundation in healthcare, we use everything we know about delivering high quality medical care and apply that knowledge to your spa experience. We use the most effective treatments we can find – those that deliver on their promises while offering the least amount of pain, discomfort, and downtime. Our team has gone through a rigorous training process. And our facility uses the cleanliness standards of a first-rate medical facility.
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Nearly 10% of women are impacted by endometriosis. In some cases, surgery is the best approach to provide long-term relief. Dr. Moona Arabkhazaeli describes exactly what this surgical process is…
Nearly 10% of women are impacted by endometriosis. Understand exactly what it is and what medical treatment options are available. Straight talk from Dr. Moona Arabkhazaeli.
Uterine fibroids are very common, affecting up to 80% of reproductive-age women. Yet, they can be misunderstood. Get the basics here.
Nearly 10% of women are impacted by endometriosis. Understand exactly what it is. Straight talk from Dr. Moona Arabkhazaeli.
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Pelvic floor disorders are being discussed more and more all the time ... and not just in the doctor's office. Find out exactly what a pelvic floor is, what it does, and what can go wrong.
In some cases, both urge and stress incontinence can be managed without surgery. Read more from our Urogynecology team.
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Ovarian cysts are common and can occur in women of all ages. While most cysts are benign – non-harmful and do not require removal – there are some signs and symptoms that are important. We'll help you…
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