Gynecology
Our approach is centered on building lasting relationships with our patients, fostering an environment where you can feel at ease asking questions and seeking guidance on essential health and lifestyle changes.
From routine yearly examinations and essential screenings to highly specialized procedures, our expert team is here to address a wide range of general gynecologic issues. Whether you’re experiencing abnormal bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, loss of bladder control, pelvic floor disorders, problems with pelvic support, or seeking pediatric and adolescent gynecology services, our compassionate and skilled staff is ready to guide you through every step of your journey.
Our dedicated team is committed to supporting your health and well-being at every stage of life. Your health matters to us, and we are honored to be your trusted partner on your journey to optimal gynecological health.
Welcome to CCM Health’s Gynecology Care!
At CCM Health we prioritize the unique needs of women. We understand that women’s health is a deeply personal matter, and we are here to provide the compassionate and comprehensive care you deserve.
Gynecology
CCM Health is an excellent choice for expert Gynecological care in Southwest Minnesota. Our experienced team specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gynecological conditions, making us a great choice for comprehensive women’s health care. We offer a wide range of gynecology services in the Montevideo area.
Gynecological conditions commonly evaluated and treated include:
- Menopause management
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Sexual health
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic pain
- Abnormal bleeding and irregular periods
- Issues related to fertility
- Ovarian cysts
- Disorders of the breasts, genitalia, and internal pelvis structures
Menopause:
At CCM Health, we offer specialized treatment for menopause because we understand the importance of managing this natural phase in a woman’s life. Managing menopause is crucial as it can help alleviate bothersome symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances, ultimately improving the overall quality of life for women during this transition.
Menopause conditions commonly evaluated and treated include:
- Peri-menopausal and menopausal symptoms and issues
- Hot flashes
- Sleep issues
- Mental Health
- Vagina dryness
- Intimacy issues
- Menstrual changes, excessive flow, and post-menopausal bleeding
- Bladder and pelvic organ prolapse
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
Reproductive Health
CCM Health proudly offers a wide range of comprehensive reproductive health services, ensuring that individuals have access to the care and support they need for their reproductive well-being.
Reproductive Health options include:
- NEXPLANON – implant placed inside the upper underarm, 3-year effectiveness rate
- ParaGard Intrauterine Device – 10-year effectiveness rate
- Kyleena- Intrauterine Device – 5-year effectiveness rate
- Mirena Intrauterine Device – 5-year effectiveness rate
- Birth Control Pills
- Birth Control Patch
- NuvaRing
- Depo-Provera Shot
Permanent contraception options for women include:
- Tubal ligation:
– Laparoscopic
– Scheduled with a cesarean section (C-section) - Endometrial ablation
Gynecological Procedures and Services
At CCM Health, we are dedicated to addressing a multitude of gynecological issues and providing a variety of services to meet the unique health care needs of our patients, ensuring their well-being at every stage of life.
Additional Conditions treated at CCM Health
Conditions commonly evaluated and treated include:
- Uncomplicated and high-risk pregnancies
- Disorders of the breasts, genitalia and internal pelvis structures (such as prolapse or incontinence)
- Abnormal bleeding and irregular periods
- Issues related to fertility
- Family planning including contraception and sterilization
- Endometriosis
- Abnormal pap smears
- Uterine fibroids
Office-based procedures and services include:
- Colposcopy
- Contraceptive assessment and treatment: oral, subdermal, injectable, intrauterine and vaginal
- Genital wart treatment
- Endometrial biopsies
- Nexplanon contraception
- LEEP
- Ultrasound
Hospital/outpatient-based procedures include:
- Cesarean section
- Biopsies- Sentinel Node (General Surgeons)
- Hysterectomy – abdominal, vaginal, laparoscopically assisted vaginal
- Laparoscopy – diagnostic, operative
- Hysteroscopy – diagnostic and therapeutic (sterilization, ablation)
- Sterilization – laparoscopic and hysteroscopic
- Endometrial Ablation
- Lumpectomies/Mastectomies (General Surgeons)
- Pelvic Organ and Bladder Prolapse
Reproductive and Fertility Services
Fertility issues can be a source of great distress to people who want to add to their family. While there are no guarantees that you will be able to conceive, there are many treatments that can greatly increase your chances. At CCM Health, our compassionate reproductive medicine team is here to help you and your family explore solutions to fertility problems. Our team has successfully treated women who have had recurrent miscarriages. We have also connected patients with sperm donors.
About the Program:
When you start the Reproductive Medicine Program, we will begin by conducting a thorough medical evaluation and medical history review for both you and your partner. This should give us more information on what’s causing your fertility problems so that we can start exploring solutions.
For many patients, in-vitro fertilization is the recommended treatment for overcoming fertility issues. CCM Health has a collaborative relationship with endocrinology clinics that can provide these services in the event they are needed.
The Reproductive Medicine Program offers:
- Diagnostic testing
- Ovulation induction services
- Ultrasound monitoring
- IUI
Learn More About Intrauterine Insemination
About Our Team
Dr. Lisa Baker is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist with a special interest in reproductive medicine and infertility. Dr. Baker is skilled in hysteroscopy, laparoscopy and microsurgery. She provides a full range of infertility care in addition to in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Dr. Baker has extensive experience providing women reassurance, information, and evidence-based options to determine a plan of care together. She provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care including cesarean deliveries and minimally invasive surgical services for gynecological conditions. Dr. Baker is board certified in obstetrics/gynecology and is a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Jane Wrede, PhD, APRN, FACNM, is a highly accomplished health care professional specializing in Midwifery Care, Obstetrics, Birthing Services, and Gynecology. She earned her education from prestigious institutions, including the University of Minnesota and South Dakota State University. With a strong commitment to her field, Jane holds board certifications from the Minnesota Board of Nursing, North Dakota Board of Nursing, and the American Midwifery Certification Board. Jane’s extensive expertise and passion for maternal and reproductive health care make her an invaluable asset to the CCM Health team.
