Committed to providing you with answers.
Questions are a part of every woman’s life, which is why it’s important to turn to a resource that's solely devoted to women. Women’s Health Connecticut is committed to providing you with reliable, comprehensive information to help you better understand your health, as well as answer some of the most frequently asked questions.
Doc Talk: Holistic Health Counseling and Hypnosis Therapy
Women’s Health Connecticut offers multifaceted solutions to achieving health and overall wellness. One of these pathways includes holistic health coun...
Doc Talk: Get the Facts on Pregnancy and Exercise
We sat down with Dr. Iris Moore of Middlesex Obstetrical & Gynecological Associates to talk about common myths, safe activities, and overall approach...
Doc Talk: Get The Facts on Chronic Pelvic Pain
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Are My Periods Normal?
Introducing Women's Health Connecticut's Teen GYN video series. "Are My Periods Normal?" will answer basic questions you might have about menstruation...
Am I Ready for Sex?
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What Tests Do I Need?
So you just started seeing a GYN, but what medical tests should you expect to have at what age? Dr. Frederick Rau and Dr. Kelley Sturrock of Gynecolog...
Doc Talk: Get the Facts on Urinary Incontinence
We sat down with Dr. Robert K. Gildersleeve of Mansfield Ob/Gyn Associates, a Women's Health Connecticut practice, to talk about urinary incontinence,...
Doc Talk: Learning About Minimally Invasive Surgery & Treating Endometriosis
We sat down with Dr. Roa Alammari of Mansfield Ob/Gyn Associates, a Women's Health Connecticut practice, to talk about her specialty in minimally inva...
LGBTQ Fertility Care and Family Planning Support
There are many options and services available for LGBTQ individuals, or couples to become parents. Our Women’s Health Connecticut network of providers...
Practicing Self-Care to Feel Your Best During Your Period
It’s no secret that our body changes during menstruation, and while it varies from person to person, it’s often associated with negative symptoms. Fo...
Three Simple Ways to Protect Your Cervical Health
Not long ago, cervical cancer was once one of the most common cancers affecting women. Cases in the US decreased significantly with the introduction o...
Birth Control 101
There are so many methods of birth control out there, how do you know which one is right for you and your lifestyle? Two Adolescent GYNs from Women's...
What Happens at My First Visit?
It's recommended that most girls have their first visit with a GYN between ages 13 and 15. This type of visit allows you to develop a good relationshi...
What's Endometriosis?
Introducing Women's Health Connecticut Teen GYN series. You may have heard about endometriosis, but what should you do if you think you might have it?...
No Scalpel Vasectomy Overview
Considering a vasectomy as long-term birth control? Dr. Scott Matson of Women’s Health Connecticut explains a no-needle, no-scalpel vasectomy – a simp...
No Scalpel Vasectomy Risks
In this non-graphic video, Dr. Scott Matson of Vasectomy and Male Infertility Center of Connecticut, a division of Women’s Health Connecticut, helps y...
Frequently asked questions about Women's Health Connecticut
My Doctor's Office
How do I contact my doctor's office?
Women’s Health Connecticut is comprised of over 40 practices throughout Connecticut and Central Massachusetts. You may contact your provider’s office via phone or online through the Patient Portal. To find your doctor’s office’s phone number, please search for your provider here.
Where can I find my doctor’s fax number?
You can find your provider’s office’s fax number by searching for your provider or your provider’s office.
What are your hours?
Women’s Health Connecticut is comprised of over 40 practices throughout Connecticut and Central Massachusetts. Hours may vary depending on where you wish to be seen. Please search for your provider’s office here to find specific hours of operation related to your desired location. Many offices offer evening and weekend hours for extra convenience. Please check with your provider’s office for full availability.
Do you accept my insurance?
Women’s Health Connecticut practices accept most insurance plans offered in Connecticut and Massachusetts. We are familiar with most carrier provisions and will always do our best to obtain proper pre-authorization approvals and referrals on your behalf.
Please be sure to bring your insurance information to every appointment for verification. To view a list of the plans your provider accepts, please search for your provider’s office here and view the “Insurance” section on their page.
My Visit
How do I make an appointment?
There are several ways to request an appointment:
- Fill out a Request Appointment Form online.
- Log in to your Patient Portal account and select “Appointments.”
- Call your provider’s office to speak with a member of our team. Find the desired phone number by searching for your provider’s name here.
How do I cancel or reschedule my appointment?
If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we ask that you call your provider’s office to let them know in advance. Your provider may have additional guidelines regarding cancellation. Please find your provider’s office here. Cancellation policy information can be found in the “Your Visit” section.
Where is the medical records release form?
The medical records release form and other forms can be found below. Your doctor’s office may have additional forms available on their practice location page. Please search for your doctor’s office here and refer to the “Forms” section on their page.
Anti-Discrimination Policy (PDF)
Confidential Communication Request (PDF)
How do I create a Patient Portal account?
The Patient Portal allows you to access your health records, pay your bill, fill out forms before coming in, confirm normal test results, double-check appointment dates/times, and more. Enroll now.
How do I pay my bill?
You can easily pay your bill online through the Patient Portal.
My Health Concerns
How do I ask my doctor a question?
We understand that there will be instances where you have a quick question for your doctor that may not warrant a visit. Our providers and office staff are here to answer your questions and to provide guidance related to your specific care plan. To ask a question, you may contact your provider’s office via phone or online through the Patient Portal. To find the correct phone number, please search for your provider here.
I just got my period. Should I reschedule my visit?
For most routine and problem visits it is not necessary to reschedule your appointment due to the start of your menstrual period. Several specialty visits and procedures may be more difficult at the time of a period. If you are unsure about keeping your appointment, please contact your Women's Health Connecticut provider and we will be happy to help guide you.
I think I might have a UTI or an STD. What should I do?
If you are experiencing any unusual or unpleasant symptoms, we encourage you to contact your provider’s office to schedule a problem visit so that your provider can examine you and administer the appropriate tests. Office staff will do their best to accommodate you as soon as possible. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, always call 911.
I think I might be pregnant. What’s the first step?
Pregnancy can be a happy or scary time in a woman’s life, and sometimes a combination of both. Whatever your feelings about your current pregnancy, please contact your Women's Health Connecticut provider. We will be happy to guide you with decision making about the appropriate time to schedule a visit, interpreting symptoms as routine or concerning, and guiding you about making the appropriate decisions regarding medications. Our team is here to help you.
I’m pregnant and something feels off. Should I call the doctor?
While many symptoms during pregnancy are routine, knowing which ones are not common is just as important. If you are experiencing any of these warning signs call your provider’s office immediately. Our offices have a provider on call to handle emergencies 24 hours a day. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, always call 911.
