Colposcopy

Colposcopy is a procedure that gives your health care provider a magnified view of the cervix. It is done using a lighted microscope called a colposcope. In most cases, a sample of cervical cells is taken during a biopsy.

Cone Biopsy

A cone biopsy is a quick outpatient surgery used to find and treat a problem in the cervix. Read about how it's done and what to expect afterward.

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is an outpatient surgery that can reduce or stop heavy uterine bleeding. Treatment takes less than an hour, and you can go home later that day.

Having Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

You've had painful attacks caused by gallstones. Because of this, you are having surgery to remove your gallbladder. This is called cholecystectomy. A method called laparoscopy will be used. This allows surgery to be done through a few small incisions.

Tips for Lactose Intolerance

If you are lactose intolerant, you have trouble digesting lactose. Read on for helpful ways to reduce your symptoms.

High Cholesterol: Assessing Your Health Risks

The higher your blood cholesterol, the greater your risk for heart attack or stroke. That's why you need to know your cholesterol level. Read on to learn how to assess your health risks.

What Is Heart Failure?

Heart failure can happen in two ways. The heart muscle may become weak and enlarged (systolic dysfunction). Or, the heart muscle may become stiff (diastolic dysfunction). Learn more about these two types, their symptoms, and how heart failure impacts your body.