Menopause

    Overview

    Menopause marks the end of menstrual cycles and is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a period. It typically occurs in women in their 40s or 50s and can cause a range of symptoms in many women.

    Our providers

    Profiles

    Mary Hitt, FNP-BC

    Certified Nurse Practitioner Obstetrics and Gynecology
    751 N. Rutledge St. Lower Level, Suite 0300 Springfield, IL 62702
    Profiles

    Jeffrey Olejnik, MD

    Obstetrician and Gynecologist Obstetrics and Gynecology
    610 N. Westgate Jacksonville, IL 62650

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    Continually teaching the next generation of doctors, our physicians use the latest developments in procedures and technologies for our patients.

    Latest articles

    Olejnik earns distinction to move women's health care forward

    Dr. Jeffrey Olejnik becomes one of four area providers with North American Menopause Society certification