Premier Women's Care of Southwest Florida

06/17/2026

If you’re in your 50s, you might have noticed that simple tasks like getting up from the floor or cleaning the bathroom aren’t as easy as they used to be. For decades, women have been bombarded with messages about getting thinner. But around the age of 50, the focus should shift from losing weight to gaining strength. Building muscle isn’t just about looking strong – it’s about living strong and extending your longevity. More from Stanford Lifestyle Magazine:

Strength Training for Women 50+Movement & Exercise, Women's HealthBy Sharon Brock, MS, MEd If you’re in your 50s, you might have noticed that simple tasks like getting up from the floor or cleaning the bathroom aren’t as easy as they used to be. For decades, women have been bombarded with messag...

06/16/2026

A board-certified urogynecologist with two decades in practice, Dr. Cathy Dahl, is subspecialized in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and offers patients the latest surgical and nonsurgical techniques in urogynecology and pelvic surgery, including daVinci robotics. Learn more about her: https://www.pwcswfl.com/people/cathy-dahl-do-facog

06/15/2026

Having trouble choosing a baby name? The Social Security Administration recently released the top baby names for last year. Olivia and Liam top the list. See what other names made the top 10: https://www.ssa.gov/news/en/press/releases/2026-05-08.html

06/11/2026

A birth plan is a written outline of your preferences for labor, delivery, and postpartum care. At Premier Women's Care of Southwest Florida, we respect your preferences and encourage discussion about your goals, while we will always prioritize safety. Learn more from Theresa Buckley, CNM, DNP, one of our excellent certified nurse midwives: https://www.pwcswfl.com/blog/birth-plans-enable-women-to-communicate-their-preferences-and-goals

06/10/2026

For two years in a row, our community has chosen Premier Women's Care of Southwest Florida as the Best in Women's Health Services. Let's make it three! Please vote for us in the 2026 Community’s Choice Awards: https://news-press.gannettcontests.com/2026-Fort-Myers-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery/547505934

06/09/2026

Practicing in Cape Coral and Fort Myers, our highly experienced and compassionate certified nurse midwives (CNMs) provide a full spectrum of women’s health care, including family planning, preconception planning, and gynecologic care, as well as prenatal, delivery and postpartum care. Learn more about them:

Premier Women's Care of Southwest Florida is a full-service OB/GYN practice that includes a team of certified nurse midwives who provide care for expecting mothers and offer gynecologic care.

06/05/2026

At Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida, we offer two minimally invasive treatment options for women with heavy bleeding due to benign growths or hormone changes around menopause. Both are associated with high success rates and high levels of patient satisfaction. And both are performed as outpatient procedures in most cases. Dr. Natasha Bower explains: https://www.pwcswfl.com/blog/heavy-periods-can-be-stopped-with-minimally-invasive-treatment

06/04/2026

We offer convenient, on-site 3D mammography, which provides a better image than traditional mammography and is more precise in detecting breast cancer, the most frequently diagnosed cancer in American women. We also offer diagnostic mammography and breast ultrasound as part of our enhanced breast imaging services for our patients. Learn more:

When a woman reaches the age of 40, she should have regular mammograms to evaluate her breast health. Call Premier Women's Care of Southwest Florida to schedule your 3D mammogram.

06/03/2026

If you are newly pregnant, we are excited to help you along your motherhood journey. Our Obstetrics Patient Resources page will help you learn what to expect: https://www.pwcswfl.com/patient-resources/obstetrics-patient-resources

06/01/2026

A lovely comment from one of Dr. Kathleen Shimp's patients:
“Dr. Shimp is beautiful inside and out. She is family to me because I trust her so much. Thank you, doctor.”
Read more reviews from our patients: https://www.pwcswfl.com/testimonials