Women's Health

Women's Health Care in South San Antonio – Harlandale Clinic

Looking for compassionate, comprehensive women's health care in San Antonio? At Harlandale Clinic, board-certified providers Melhem Dandan, MD, FACOG, FAAFP, and Susan Mangum, C-NP, provide expert preventive and reproductive healthcare tailored to women of all ages.

Our women's health services focus on early detection, disease prevention, and lifelong wellness. We provide routine annual well-woman exams, Pap smears, breast exams, birth control consultations, STD testing and treatment, and screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, osteoporosis, and heart health. We also specialize in managing key health concerns such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), autoimmune conditions, and chronic disease prevention.

To schedule your women's health exam or consultation in San Antonio, call our office at 210-361-5826 or book your appointment online today.

Why do I need routine women’s health care?

Women’s health care focuses on preventing problems. Most chronic health conditions develop gradually over many years. While they’re in the early stages, you can prevent them from turning into a full-blown chronic disease.

Unfortunately, in the early stages, they seldom cause symptoms. The only way to learn about the problem is with routine women’s health care appointments. Regular check-ups allow your provider to detect early changes and recommend a plan to reverse the problem.

What are the top women’s health concerns?

The team at Harlandale Clinic provides comprehensive care for your reproductive and general health, including common problems such as:

Heart disease

Heart disease is the top cause of death in women, yet many live with heart problems without obvious signs. If you have a high risk for heart disease or you have symptoms such as chest pain, you can get an EKG at the Harlandale Clinic.

Breast cancer

You may not realize that breast cancer is the most common type of all cancers, affecting more people than prostate and lung cancer (the second- and third-most common, respectively).

Autoimmune diseases

Women account for more than 80% of all people with autoimmune diseases. A few examples include rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, psoriasis, and thyroid disease.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

PCOS occurs when women have excessively high levels of androgens (male hormones). As a result, their ovaries can’t function, and women can develop insulin resistance and have a high risk of infertility, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

What women’s health services might I receive?

Your women’s health exam begins just like an ordinary physical exam. Then your Harlandale Clinic provider completes a breast and pelvic exam. 

In addition to your pelvic exam, you may receive one or more of the following:

• Pap smear
• Birth control
• STD testing and treatment
• Menopause management
• Hormone replacement therapy
• Dietary counseling
• Weight loss management
• Chronic disease management
• OB/GYN services
• Infertility assessment
• Immunizations

Your provider also evaluates your risk factors for developing chronic diseases and performs or recommends the health screenings you may need.

Screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes are routine. Depending on your age and risk factors, you may also need screenings for colon cancer, osteoporosis, or breast cancer.

To schedule a women’s health appointment, call Harlandale Clinic or request an appointment online today.