Women's Health

If you need medical care for a women’s health concern, turn to JEKS Healthcare Clinic in Abilene, Texas. Skilled family nurse practitioner Erik Hargett, FNP, and his team provide various services for women of all ages to ensure superior health and minimize the risk of complications. Schedule an in-person, virtual, or home-based appointment by phone or online today.

What is women’s health care?

Women’s health care at JEKS Healthcare Clinic involves evaluations, diagnostic tests if needed, treatments, and referrals for concerns many women may face. The practice specializes in preventive care, reducing the risk of bothersome symptoms and worrisome complications.

What are examples of common women’s health concerns?

Women’s health concerns commonly addressed at JEKS Healthcare Clinic include:

• Pregnancy
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Breast cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Other gynecological cancers 
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Diabetes
• Arthritis
• High blood pressure
• Osteoporosis
• Menopause symptoms
• Hormone imbalances 
• Irregular or painful periods
• Incontinence
• Urinary tract infections
• Vaginal dryness
• Hot flashes
• Pain during sex

The JEKS Healthcare Clinic team finds the root cause of your symptoms, provides preventive care options, and can detect medical concerns early before they cause complications. 

Which women’s health services are available?

JEKS Healthcare Clinic offers the following women’s health care options:

• Pregnancy tests
• Birth control
• Wellness exams
• Breast exams
• Pelvic exams
• Pap smears
• Specialist referrals
• Medication management
• STD testing and treatment
• Menopause symptom management
• Medically supervised weight loss
• Mental health treatments

JEKS Healthcare Clinic also provides same-day and next-day urgent care options, sick visits, chronic disease management, and many other health care services for women.

What should I expect during women’s health care visits?

During women’s health exams at JEKS Healthcare Clinic, your specialist weighs you, calculates your body mass index, and checks your blood pressure and other vital signs. They discuss your medications, symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle.

During a physical exam, your women’s health provider evaluates your overall health and looks for signs of diseases, illnesses, and injuries. 

They may order lab work, complete a Pap smear, or conduct a psychiatric evaluation to address your mental health.

JEKS Healthcare Clinic offers numerous treatment options based on your needs. They tailor a treatment plan that ensures optimal well-being and refer you to another specialist whenever necessary. 

How often should I schedule women’s health exams?

Schedule women’s health appointments at JEKS Healthcare Clinic once yearly or more often if you suspect you’re pregnant or developing new or unusual symptoms. 

Your provider may recommend more frequent appointments if you have a health concern that requires more frequent monitoring. Call the JEKS Healthcare Clinic office at any time with questions.

Schedule an in-person, home-based, or virtual women’s health exam at JEKS Healthcare Clinic by phone or online today.