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Women's health, close to home.

Women's health visits with Dr. Nada Elmakshbr, including preventive care and treatment for menopause symptoms.

Every year

Well-woman exams

A yearly visit to check your health and catch problems early.

What the visit may include

  • Yearly checkup
  • Pap test (cervical cancer screening)
  • Breast exam
  • Blood pressure and bloodwork

Also available

  • Testing for urinary and vaginal infections
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Mammogram referral
  • Time for your questions

Your visit may include screening tests based on your age, symptoms and health history. Pap tests are not needed every year.

Your choice

Birth control

We explain the options and help you choose what fits your life.

  • The pill, patch and ring
  • The birth control shot
  • Planning for pregnancy
  • Referral for an IUD or implant
Midlife and beyond

Menopause and hormone care

Hot flashes, poor sleep and mood changes are common, and they are treatable.

Menopause

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Sleep and mood changes
  • Hormone therapy, when it is right for you
  • Bone health

Hormones

  • Thyroid problems
  • PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
  • Irregular periods

What to expect

  1. Book a visit

    Book online or call. For an urgent problem, walk in any day we are open.

  2. Talk with the doctor

    Discuss your concerns with Dr. Elmakshbr and ask about your care options.

  3. Leave with a plan

    We will explain your treatment, send prescriptions to your pharmacy, and tell you whether you need a follow-up visit.

Your doctor

Nada Elmakshbr, MD

Internal Medicine · Primary care and women's health

Cost and insurance

Many plans cover a yearly well-woman exam. Call with your insurance card and we will check yours.

  • Medicare
  • Illinois Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Humana

Not sure about your plan? Call (708) 529-7109 and we will check.

Self-pay prices

Well-woman exam
$150
Birth control visit
$120
Pregnancy test
$20

Self-pay prices, paid at the time of your visit. Lab work sent to an outside lab is billed separately.

Common questions

Can I see a woman doctor?
Yes. You can book your visit with Dr. Nada Elmakshbr.
Do I need an appointment for a well-woman exam?
Booking ahead is best. For an urgent problem such as a urinary infection, walk in any day we are open.
How often do I need a Pap test?
Screening depends on your age, previous results and the type of test. Dr. Elmakshbr will recommend the appropriate schedule.
Can I get birth control the same day?
Often yes. After a short visit, most prescriptions can be sent to your pharmacy the same day.
Does insurance cover a well-woman exam?
Many plans do. Call with your insurance card and we will check yours.
Is my visit private?
Yes. We protect your medical information and handle it according to our privacy practices.

Make time for your own health.