Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

Since the early 1990s, the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital has had a dedicated clinic for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians and nurses are committed to providing family-centered care with compassion and respect. We work to develop a plan of care that meets the needs of each patient and their family.

We evaluate and treat patients from infancy and childhood through adolescence and young adulthood, giving special consideration to the physical and emotional needs of young patients, and providing support in their transition from pediatric care to gynecologic care. 

Who We Treat

Our group provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for the full spectrum of gynecological issues, including:

  • Obstructive anomalies of the female reproductive system, such imperforate hymen (membrane covers vaginal opening) or transverse vaginal septum (fibrous tissue that blocks the vagina)
  • Anomalies of the uterus
  • Reconstructive surgery of the genital tract, including evaluation and counseling, often in concert with Pediatric Urology and/or Pediatric Surgery
  • Ovarian cysts and other pelvic masses
  • Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), acute and chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis
  • Irregular menstrual bleeding in teenagers
  • Heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Menstrual issues due to conditions that may impact periods, such as bleeding disorders
  • No menstrual periods ever or for prolonged periods of time (amenorrhea)
  • Menstrual management for individuals with disabilities and special needs
  • Hormone replacement therapy for teens with premature ovarian insufficiency
  • Vulvar abnormalities, including lichen sclerosus (a painful skin condition), labial agglutination/adhesion (part of the labia sticks together) and condyloma (genital warts)
  • Vaginal discharge and infections
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
  • Teenagers with contraception (birth control) needs, including intrauterine device (IUD) insertion under sedation
  • Disorders of sexual differentiation (genitalia does not clearly identify a child as a girl or a boy), including Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome (can include the absence of the upper vagina as well as the uterus) and androgen insensitivity syndrome (physical characteristics of a girl with genetic makeup of a boy)
  • Fertility preservation for those undergoing cancer treatment
  • Gynecologic and reproductive care for gender diverse individuals

While we offer comprehensive diagnostics and the latest therapeutic services for conditions affecting the pediatric and adolescent female reproductive system, we also offer first-time gynecologic examination and Pap smear consultation for young patients. We are proud to offer nurturing, confidential and evidence-based care.

Why Choose Us?

As many of the diseases we treat require a coordinated approach, we work closely with other pediatric services, such as hematology, endocrinology, dermatology, urology and other specialties. All our physicians are fellowship-trained specialists in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. This means that all our doctors have obtained an additional two years of specialized medical and surgical training to care for pediatric and adolescent patients. Our faculty have also received the Focused Practice Designation in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Patients also benefit from access to our social worker and specialized nursing staff, as well as sex therapists trained to work with children and adolescents.

Where Do We Provide Care?

Our clinics are located at U-M Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital, the Brighton Center for Specialty Care and the West Ann Arbor Health Center.

Research & Education

The Section of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology is committed to the Michigan Medicine tripartite mission of excellence in education, research and patient care. Our faculty have diverse research interests, which translate into innovative advancements in clinical practice. We are also dedicated to training the next generation of physicians through our Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Advanced Training Program.

Make an Appointment

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 734-763-6295.