Annual Well-Woman Exams: Why They Matter at Every Age

At Burlington OB/GYN Associates, we believe that proactive care is the foundation of lifelong wellness. One of the most important—and often overlooked—tools for maintaining your health is the annual well-woman exam,.

Whether you’re in your 20s or navigating menopause, your yearly OB/GYN visit is about more than just a Pap smear. It’s a personalized check-in on your physical, reproductive, and emotional health.

What Is a Well-Woman Exam?

A well-woman exam, is a comprehensive, preventive health visit with your OB/GYN provider. It includes screenings, physical exams, and open discussions tailored to your age, life stage, and personal health goals.

Depending on your age and risk factors, your visit may include:

Breast exam
Pelvic exam
Pap smear and HPV testing
Birth control counseling
STI testing
Menstrual or menopause symptom review
Discussion of mental health, sexual health, and lifestyle habits

Why Annual Well-Woman Exams Matter

Early Detection Saves Lives

Many serious conditions—like cervical cancer, breast cancer, and STIs—often don’t cause symptoms until they’re advanced. Annual screenings help detect issues early when they are easier to treat.

A Space to Ask Questions

Have concerns about your period, birth control, painful sex, or hormonal changes? Your well-woman exam is your time to speak openly with our providers. They listen, understand and work with you to come up with tailored plans.

Whole-Body Health

These exams aren’t just for your reproductive system. We also check in on mental health, weight changes, blood pressure, and lifestyle habits that impact your long-term health.

Care Tailored For You

Your needs change throughout your life. From adolescence and pregnancy to perimenopause and beyond. Your annual exam evolves with you; so choose an expert who is capable to adapting to your needs.

What to Expect at Annual Well Women Exams in Different Life Stages

In Your 20s and 30s,

Contraception and family planning
HPV vaccination and Pap smears
STI screening
Menstrual health support

In Your 40s,

Early menopause symptoms
Mammograms and breast health
Changes in menstrual patterns
Preconception or fertility counseling

In Your 50s and Beyond,

Menopause management
Bone health and osteoporosis screening
Heart disease risk assessment
Sexual wellness and hormone balance

Why Choose Burlington OB/GYN Associates?

Located in Burlington, MA, our practice is proud to offer personalized, compassionate OB/GYN care, for women of all ages. With decades of experience and a team dedicated to your well-being, we make your annual visit feel comfortable, informative, and empowering. We understand that every woman’s needs are unique—and your care should be, too. Don’t wait until there’s a problem to see your OB/GYN. Preventive care is the best care,. Call us today at 978-458-6661, or book online at www.bobgyn.com