News & Announcements

We’re Growing! We’re Hiring!

Dec 6

Our incredible people offer more than skills. They're the heart of Virginia Women’s Center. We’re growing! We’ve added more physicians and services to better care for our patients.

The importance of getting your mammogram — on time - Virginia Women's Center

Nov 8

Breast Cancer Awareness Month may be over, but the statistic remains: one in eight women will be diagnosed with invasive #breastcancer in her lifetime.

Black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than any other racial group

Oct 13

Research has shown that black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than any other racial group. Black women: re twice as likely to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer compared with white women triple-negative breast cancer is more aggressive and has a poorer prognosis than other types of breast cancer.

8 Things You Should Know Before Your First GYN Visit

Jun 28

Learn about what you can expect on your first visit to the gynecologist from an OB/GYN doctor. There's no need to stress!

Maternal mental health issues affect many mothers. More than you might think.

There is a vulnerability associated with pregnancy when it comes to mental health. Lack of awareness or unnecessary stigma often prevents expectant mothers from preparing for all of the hormonal, physical, situational and psychological changes that occur in the months leading to and after delivery. Even women who seemingly had it all together before pregnancy can find themselves struggling to adjust to their “new normal” of a messy world order—and exhaustion—that come with a baby.

Preventing and Treating Urinary Tract Infections

Mar 24

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common infection caused by bacteria in the urinary tract. This can occur in the kidneys (pyelonephritis) or in the bladder (cystitis)

Christina McWhorter, MD | How Can Physicians Support Postpartum Mental Health?

Christina McWhorter, MD, a much-loved OBGYN at our Mechanicsville and Midlothian locations, shares common misconceptions about postpartum mental health and how crucial it is for providers to have trusting relationships with patients and their partners. Check out the complete article in the inforMD Blog on Privia Health.