Women's care

Breast health

At our breast care center, we perform 3D mammograms, breast biopsies, breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and more to aid in the early detection of breast cancer.

If you receive a breast cancer diagnosis, you will be cared for by a multidisciplinary team of specialists who work together to develop a personalized treatment plan for you. This team may include:

• Genetic counselors
• Imaging specialists
• Medical oncologists
• Oncology nurses
• Oncology nurse navigators
• Pathologists
• Physical medicine specialists
• Radiation oncologists
• Social workers
• Surgical oncologists

Gynecological services

Our gynecologists provide expert gynecological services to manage and treat issues in the female reproductive system, including:

• Endometriosis surgery and treatment
• Fibroid removal
• Gynecological oncology
• Minimally invasive treatments and surgeries
• Pelvic reconstruction and pelvic floor prolapse surgery
• Urinary incontinence and bladder repair

High-risk pregnancy

A high-risk pregnancy is one that is of great risk to the mother or unborn baby. We provide compassionate care for mothers and their little ones who need a bit more attention in the womb.

Several factors that can cause a pregnancy to be considered high risk, including:

• Age
• Chronic conditions
• Complications with previous pregnancies
• Number of babies in the womb (including twins, triplets)
• Weight (either too low or too high)

We understand the worries that come along with high-risk pregnancies, so we offers prenatal testing and screening with a combination of ultrasound, blood labs or other genetic tests.

Perinatal navigator

Our perinatal navigator is available to help high-risk expecting mothers navigate the complex healthcare system as they prepare for the delivery of their baby. The navigator partners with healthcare team members, providers and specialists to help develop a plan of care to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will be provided with the emotional support, education and care coordination you may need along your journey.

Labor and delivery

When it's time for you to have your baby, we want to make sure you're as comfortable and prepared as possible. Our team offers family-centered labor and delivery services, including luxurious private rooms, rooming-in options and breastfeeding support.

We offer labor and delivery services at five hospitals, including:

• Methodist Hospital
• Methodist Hospital Hill Country
• Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Suzell Waller Women's Pavilion
• Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
• Methodist Hospital Westover Hills

You can preregister for your delivery using our online registration tool.

Safe sleep education

Around 3,500 sleep-related infant deaths occur each year in the U.S. Safe sleep practices can help reduce this number significantly. All of our labor and delivery hospitals are Safe Sleep Certified, which means our teams are educated and trained on the Infant Safe Sleep guidelines provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics in order to provide the best possible care for your infant. We provide education to parents and caregivers on the same Safe Sleep practices observed in our facilities.

Postpartum care

Our care for you doesn't stop at labor and delivery. After you give birth, we continue to support you with postpartum care, including counseling services for individuals and couples, support groups and breastfeeding support.

Prenatal care

As we are here to support you throughout every step of your journey, we also provide prenatal care and education opportunities for mothers before they've had their babies. Our prenatal services work to ensure as healthy a pregnancy as possible, with courses focused on childbirth basics, breastfeeding techniques, labor tips and seatbelt safety precautions for your baby after delivery. You can register online for prenatal classes or by calling (210) 575-0261.

• All children must be supervised by someone other than the person they're here to see. If children are not being supervised, are being disruptive or are creating an unsafe environment, they may be asked to leave.
• Children under the age of 12 will not be allowed to be unsupervised in the waiting room.
• For the comfort and safety of our moms, we kindly ask that children are accompanied during visitation and should not stay overnight.
• Quiet hours are between 2:00pm and 4:00pm, patients are encouraged to rest and limit visitors. Visiting hours may change by facility and type of care needed.
• Siblings of the new infant are welcome to visit upon transfer to our postpartum care.