About Us
Our Practice
Care Philosophy:Compassionate, progressive, one on one care for women of all ages is our philosophy. Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery is emphasized. Both low and high risk pregnancies are welcome. I want to be your doctor for life. Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology Insurance and Hospital Affiliations:Most HMO and PPO insurances accepted, Aetna...
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OB/GYN Services
Caring for Women at Every Stage of Life
Comprehensive Obstetric Services
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Pregnancy will be an exciting time for you, filled with new experiences... Read More
Annual Gynecological Examinations
We are devoted to providing the full range of gynecologic services. Our providers and staff are concerned... Read More
In-office laboratory testing
Laboratory tests are an important part of your pregnancy care. We offer routine, screening and... Read More
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
Laparoscopic HysterectomyLaparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy is performed using a scope and high resolution camera in your... Read More
Family Planning / Contraception
A typical U.S. woman is fertile about 40 years — half of her expected lifespan. If... Read More
Patient Education
What's with the NEW Pap Smear Guidelines?
With the advancement of DNA technology, it has been determined that 99% of cervical cancers are caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). There are many subtypes of HPV, and a small number have been detected in cervical cancers. These subtypes are called high risk HPV subltypes. The highest risk types are types 16... Read More
Hereditary Cancer Syndrome Screening Information
Anyone can be at increased risk for cancer based on their family history. This is especially true for certain types of cancers such as: breast, ovary, colon, endometrium (uterine), pancreas, and melanoma. The more unusual the timing of the cancer (early age onset) or prevalence within a family, the higher... Read More
Pregnant! What not to eat.
You have probably heard that there are foods that should be avoided during pregnancy. Most of the restrictions are directed at avoiding mercury which has gotten concentrated in fish. The fish to be avoided are the predatory fish from the ocean, and include tuna, shark, mackerel, and salmon. In fact, most fish should... Read More
Mirena IUD
Mirena IUD's are plastic devices that fit inside your uterus and provide contraception. They have several advantages. First they are very effective with greater than 99% prevention of pregnancy. The stem of the Mirena contains levonorgestrel, a part of many popular birth control pills. Second, once inserted, they are almost... Read More
Am I in Labor?
Labor at term is about trying to decide if it is time to go to the hospital. If it is timed properly, it will prevent frustrating visits to the hospital which result in going back home. Many women have described a contraction as "The baby balls up". What is really... Read More
Essure Tubal Sterilization
There has been a good bit of advertising recently about the Essure method of tubal sterilization. Essure is not new, and has been on the market for a number of years. The Essure method of sterilization requires placement of a device in each tubal opening, where it opens into the... Read More
Insurance
Major Insurance Providers Accepted
If you are ready for compassionate and quality care
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Nine months of pregnancy felt so much better, thanks to the outstanding efforts of everyone at Dr. Daum's office. Right from our very first visit, we were very happy to have chosen Dr. Daum for our care.