Adolescent Years: Hubbard Clinic

Initial Gynecological Exam
Nutrition & Weight Control Counseling
Safe Sex Counseling
Contraceptive Counseling

Between the ages 13 and 18, or, after a young woman becomes sexually active, it’s time to schedule the visit to the gynecologist. The first consultation with the gynecologist can be a little frightening but also, very enlightening.

Coming to the Hubbard Clinic is a rite of passage that many young women will, and have, experienced. And we understand that confidentiality and discretion are important to both the adolescent and the parent. The better informed your child is to what is happening with her body, the more she’ll be able to cope with the inevitable changes that nature brings.

A pelvic examination doesn’t take long and is a necessary part of growing up. It’s the kind of exam that provides sound information and affirms for you and your child that she is developing properly. And, in the unlikely event a situation arises that needs attention, (such as unusual secretions or painful periods) your child is in a great position to start treatment before it becomes a serious problem. Pelvic exams are recommended by the age of 18 or earlier for sexually active young women. Pap smears are recommended at age 21.

So… relax. As a maturing young woman, your child is taking her first steps into a larger world.

It’s not unusual, given the amount of conflicting public information, that an individual sometimes needs help in managing eating habits and controlling her weight. Whether overweight, underweight, or just right, nutrition and a healthy body go hand in hand; ignorance or misinformation about either other can often lead to problems.

In today’s world, we are constantly bombarded with media images of bodily ‘perfection.’ Sometimes problems, like anorexia or bulimia, arise in adolescent years. It can happen to any family, regardless of the circumstances or social conditions. And it’s important to remember that it’s okay to seek help.

At the Hubbard Clinic, we realize that some people have to train to get into shape. Our counseling programs can be thought of as another kind of ‘training regimen,’ and a progressive one at that. Counseling provides a safe, instructive environment that can give the adolescent the tools to handle whatever problems may come along. Knowledge is power and at the Hubbard Clinic, we believe in giving the patient the power and the professional assistance to manage their own weight and nutritional solutions.

Health guidance and counseling is essential for adolescents. For teens that are not sexually active, understanding what constitutes safe sex, especially practicing abstinence from unhealthy behavior, is vital. But for the teenager who has become sexually active, knowing what behavior can put them at risk is just as important.

Many begin engaging in risk-taking behavior by the time they reach 13. More than 85% will have some form of vaginal contact by the age of 19. Regular screening for STD’s, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV testing, should occur once the teen is sexually active.

Provided there is informed consent, the Hubbard Clinic can perform an assessment profile for the development of risk reduction strategies for your adolescent.

STD Counseling

It’s not something everyone is comfortable discussing, but STD’s (sexually transmitted diseases), are a fact of life and the more your child knows, the better prepared and more at ease they will be when discussing it.

Communication is key. So is confidentiality. Adolescence is a time when life-long behaviors are learned and implemented. STD counseling provides a critical link between patient and doctor, allowing both to speak frankly and effectively about the possible situations your child will face. And the Hubbard Clinic will always respect your family’s right to privacy.

Gardasil vaccine

The relationship of Cervical Cancer and genital warts has long been recognized by ACOG (The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in an effort to assist in the prevention of cervical cancer, have recently approved Gardasil, a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

There were nearly four thousand deaths related to cervical cancer in the United States in 2006. Cervical cancer is the second largest cause of female cancer deaths worldwide, and although screening programs have helped decrease the number of deaths each year, many women nationwide are still not receiving adequate screening.

With such frightening mortality statistics, ACOG now recommends the Gardasil vaccine for all young women, ages 9 to 26 years of age. Parental consent is, of course, required for minors.

Information about the proper use and availability of condoms and other methods of birth control goes a long way in teaching pregnancy prevention and providing understanding in how STD’s are contracted.

Since unwanted pregnancy and possible exposure to STD’s increases when an adolescent is sexually active, it is important that the teen understands the risks and can take steps in limiting their potential exposure.

All adolescents need to be informed about contraceptives choices. Knowing what constitutes responsible, informed behavior, whether it be knowledge of contraceptives or abstinence from sexual activity is an important tool in your adolescents life.


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	The Mission of the Hubbard Clinic is to provide the highest quality of healthcare in the specialties of urology and gynecology in a caring and patient friendly environment that encourages patient education and healing. Initial Gynecological Exam Nutrition & Weight Control Counseling Safe Sex Counseling Contraceptive Counseling Between the ages 13 and 18, or, after a young woman becomes sexually active, it’s time to schedule the visit to the gynecologist. The first consultation with the gynecologist can be a little frightening but also, very enlightening. Coming to the Hubbard Clinic is a rite of passage that many young women will, and have, experienced. And we understand that confidentiality and discretion are important to both the adolescent and the parent. The better informed your child is to what is happening with her body, the more she’ll be able to cope with the inevitable changes that nature brings. A pelvic examination doesn’t take long and is a necessary part of growing up. It’s the kind of exam that provides sound information and affirms for you and your child that she is developing properly. And, in the unlikely event a situation arises that needs attention, (such as unusual secretions or painful periods) your child is in a great position to start treatment before it becomes a serious problem. Pelvic exams are recommended by the age of 18 or earlier for sexually active young women. Pap smears are recommended at age 21. So… relax. As a maturing young woman, your child is taking her first steps into a larger world. It’s not unusual, given the amount of conflicting public information, that an individual sometimes needs help in managing eating habits and controlling her weight. Whether overweight, underweight, or just right, nutrition and a healthy body go hand in hand; ignorance or misinformation about either other can often lead to problems. In today’s world, we are constantly bombarded with media images of bodily ‘perfection.’ Sometimes problems, like anorexia or bulimia, arise in adolescent years. It can happen to any family, regardless of the circumstances or social conditions. And it’s important to remember that it’s okay to seek help. At the Hubbard Clinic, we realize that some people have to train to get into shape. Our counseling programs can be thought of as another kind of ‘training regimen,’ and a progressive one at that. Counseling provides a safe, instructive environment that can give the adolescent the tools to handle whatever problems may come along. Knowledge is power and at the Hubbard Clinic, we believe in giving the patient the power and the professional assistance to manage their own weight and nutritional solutions. Health guidance and counseling is essential for adolescents. For teens that are not sexually active, understanding what constitutes safe sex, especially practicing abstinence from unhealthy behavior, is vital. But for the teenager who has become sexually active, knowing what behavior can put them at risk is just as important. Many begin engaging in risk-taking behavior by the time they reach 13. More than 85% will have some form of vaginal contact by the age of 19. Regular screening for STD’s, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV testing, should occur once the teen is sexually active. Provided there is informed consent, the Hubbard Clinic can perform an assessment profile for the development of risk reduction strategies for your adolescent. STD Counseling It’s not something everyone is comfortable discussing, but STD’s (sexually transmitted diseases), are a fact of life and the more your child knows, the better prepared and more at ease they will be when discussing it. Communication is key. So is confidentiality. Adolescence is a time when life-long behaviors are learned and implemented. STD counseling provides a critical link between patient and doctor, allowing both to speak frankly and effectively about the possible situations your child will face. And the Hubbard Clinic will always respect your family’s right to privacy. Gardasil vaccine The relationship of Cervical Cancer and genital warts has long been recognized by ACOG (The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in an effort to assist in the prevention of cervical cancer, have recently approved Gardasil, a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. There were nearly four thousand deaths related to cervical cancer in the United States in 2006. Cervical cancer is the second largest cause of female cancer deaths worldwide, and although screening programs have helped decrease the number of deaths each year, many women nationwide are still not receiving adequate screening. With such frightening mortality statistics, ACOG now recommends the Gardasil vaccine for all young women, ages 9 to 26 years of age. Parental consent is, of course, required for minors. Information about the proper use and availability of condoms and other methods of birth control goes a long way in teaching pregnancy prevention and providing understanding in how STD’s are contracted. Since unwanted pregnancy and possible exposure to STD’s increases when an adolescent is sexually active, it is important that the teen understands the risks and can take steps in limiting their potential exposure. All adolescents need to be informed about contraceptives choices. Knowing what constitutes responsible, informed behavior, whether it be knowledge of contraceptives or abstinence from sexual activity is an important tool in your adolescents life.

The Mission of the Hubbard Clinic is to provide the highest quality of healthcare in the specialties of urology and gynecology in a caring and patient friendly environment that encourages patient education and healing.