Congenital and acquired bleeding disorders often go unrecognized by young patients and their care providers. Abnormal vaginal bleeding, including heavy menstrual bleeding and bleeding between periods, can lead to anemia, fatigue, missed school/work, put patients at risk for transfusion and impact overall quality of life. In addition, young patients can have blood disorders that lead to a higher risk of clotting, and can impact future gynecologic care and overall health.
Our Young Women’s Health and Hematology Clinic pairs pediatric experts from in hematology and gynecology together in order to improve patient safety and quality of life.
The Young Women’s Health & Hematology Clinic is offered monthly on the second Thursday of each month at Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center, where all services are conveniently located.
This specialty clinic is exclusively for young pediatric and adolescent patients who experience heavy menstrual bleeding, anemia or who have concerns for bleeding or clotting disorders. They will see two physicians in one joint visit including:
Seeing both gynecology and hematology specialists in a single visit allows for seamless collaboration, leading to clear explanations, personalized education, and treatment plans tailored to each patient’s lifestyle. Patients have one-stop access during their doctor visit to lab work, ultrasounds and other radiology services, as needed.
Telehealth options are also available.
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
An outpatient department of Cabell Huntington Hospital
1400 Hal Greer Blvd.
Huntington, WV 25701
Phone: 304.399.6500
The Young Women’s Health & Hematology Clinic requires a physician referral. Talk with your physician about your condition. For referrals, call:
Edwards Cancer Institute
304.399.6503
