Services & Specialties
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

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Get expert care for menstrual concerns, pelvic pain and complex reproductive conditions from one of the nation's longest-established pediatric and adolescent gynecology programs

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Comprehensive Gynecology Care for Children, Teens and Young Adults

When you or your child has a gynecologic concern, you want answers you can trust. Our pediatric and adolescent gynecology specialists take time to listen, understand your concerns, explain the diagnosis in clear language and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.

For more than 25 years, Cincinnati Children's has been a leader in pediatric and adolescent gynecology. We care for infants, children, teens and young adults with both common and complex conditions, including menstrual disorders, endometriosis, ovarian disorders and congenital reproductive tract differences. Families trust our nationally recognized team because we combine innovative treatment approaches with compassionate care to help patients thrive at every stage of life.

Why Choose Cincinnati Children’s Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology?

  • Nationally recognized experts with more than 25 years of experience caring for children and adolescents with gynecologic conditions
  • Team-based care that brings specialists together for children with complex reproductive conditions, differences of sex development (DSD), fertility preservation needs and colorectal or urologic conditions
  • Innovative treatments including advanced surgical techniques and specialized programs for complex reproductive anomalies
  • Personalized care plans designed around each child's medical needs, development and long-term health goals

Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Expertise

Nationally Recognized Specialists

Our physicians are nationally and internationally recognized for both medical and surgical care. Cincinnati Children's is home to one of the longest-established pediatric and adolescent gynecology programs in the country. Our specialists help advance care by developing and publishing innovative surgical techniques that improve treatment for children and adolescents. Our specialists also train the next generation of pediatric gynecologists through our education and training programs, including our fellowship program and resident rotation.

Advanced Treatment for Complex Conditions

We care for patients with both routine and highly complex gynecologic conditions. Our team offers treatment for heavy or irregular periods, pelvic pain, ovarian cysts and endometriosis, as well as specialized care for congenital reproductive tract differences.

We are also home to specialized programs for Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome, differences of sex development (DSD) and fertility preservation for children and young adults facing complex medical conditions. When surgery is needed, our surgeons use advanced techniques developed through years of clinical experience and research.

Seamless Team-Based Care

Many patients benefit from care from experts across several specialties. Our team-based care model brings together specialists from pediatric urology, colorectal surgery, endocrinology, hematology, pediatric surgery and fertility care when needed. Together, we develop one clear treatment plan that addresses every aspect of your or your child's health.

Patients with complex reproductive conditions also receive individualized care plans that continue as their needs change over time.

Whole-Patient Support for Families

Every patient is different. We take time to understand your or your child's medical needs, growth, development and future goals before recommending treatment. Specialty programs also include experienced nurses who help families navigate appointments and ongoing care for complex conditions.

Families choose Cincinnati Children's because they receive expert care in a supportive environment where questions are encouraged and parents remain active partners throughout treatment.

Education and Training

A pediatric and adolescent gynecologist is an obstetrician-gynecologist who has devoted her career to the care of children and adolescents. She has completed a residency in an approved obstetrics and gynecology program and has completed a formal fellowship in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology or has significant experience in caring for a pediatric and adolescent population.

Our gynecologists are highly skilled in treating and managing all gynecologic conditions from the simple to the complex. On average, the number of surgical cases is more than 225 a year. Learn more about our education and training opportunities.