Preventative Healthcare

Genetic Testing
Cancer Prevention:

HPV vaccine
Prophylactic/risk-reducing surgery

Cervical Cancer Screening:

Breast Cancer Screening:

Breast exams
Mammography

Colon Cancer Screening:

Noninvasive testing
Referrals for colonoscopy

Osteoporosis screening:

Bone mineral density testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mammogram?

A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast. Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of breast cancer. Regular mammograms are the best tests doctors have to find breast cancer early, sometimes up to three years before it can be felt.

Regular mammograms are the best tests doctors have to find breast cancer early.

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When should I get my first mammogram?

Women generally get their first mammograms around 40 years old. However, if there is a history of breast cancer in your family, or if you have reason to believe you may have breast cancer, you should be screened sooner mammograms.

How should I prepare for a mammogram?

The day of your test you should not wear powders, lotions, or deodorants. Most of these products have substances that can show on the X-ray. They can make your mammogram hard to interpret.

How is a clinical breast exam done?

Your ob-gyn or other health care professional may examine your breasts during routine checkups. This is called a clinical breast exam. The exam may be done while you are lying down or sitting up.

The breasts are checked for any changes in size or shape, puckers, dimples, or redness of the skin. Your ob-gyn or other health care professional may feel for changes in each breast and under each arm.

What does it mean if I have an abnormal pap smear?

Many women have abnormal cervical cancer screening results. An abnormal result does not mean that you have cancer. Remember that cervical cell changes often go back to normal on their own. If they do not, it often takes several years for even high-grade changes to become cancer.

If you have an abnormal screening test result, additional testing is needed to find out whether high-grade changes or cancer actually is present. If results of follow-up tests indicate high-grade changes, you may need treatment to remove the abnormal cells.

What is a bone density test?

In a bone mineral density (BMD) test, bone density is measured at the heel, spine, hip, hand, or wrist. Several types of BMD tests are available. The most common method for measuring BMD is a DEXA scan.

Who should get a bone density test?

All women aged 65 years or older should have a BMD test. Women who are younger than 65 years and past menopause should have a BMD test if they have had a bone fracture because of fragile bones or have other risk factors for osteoporosis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, smoking, alcoholism, a history of hip fracture in a parent, or a body weight less than 127 pounds.

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       We have been seeing Dr. Johnathan Faro for our pregnancy and he is the best doctor I have ever had. He is so kind and patient! I think he is the best doctor I have ever had. With a lot of doctors I have had sometimes you feel like they don’t care and I can tell Dr. Faro genuinely cares about his patients and his practice.
This is our first pregnancy and he never makes us feel silly for asking questions and never rushes our appointments. Not only is he great but so is his staff. Everyone is the office is so friendly and nice! Very thankful to have him as our doctor.
  
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      Dr. Faro has been great for my partner and I. Making sure our baby has been good every step of the way while answering all of our dumb questions (This is our first baby). The whole team is very kind and professional. I’d recommend Dr. Faro and Luna to anybody.
  
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   Cory Feit 
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      Dr Jonathan Faro is hands down the best OBGYN I’ve ever had. He delivered both my babies and I would highly recommend him.
  
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   Christian Steve 
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      This is the most amazing practice!   Both Dr. Faro and Dr. Wainwright have the best bedside manner and are wonderful doctors.  The front desk is incredibly helpful and nice and they were able to fit me in right away when I had a problem.  Would highly recommend!
  
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      Great doctors, wonderful experience from front desk desk, nurses all is great!
  
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      We always have a great experience at Luna Obgyn. Entire staff is so friendly and welcoming from the front staff to the nurses and Dr. Faro is great!! Highly recommend.
  
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      Dr. Wainwright is amazing. The staff is kind and very helpful. So glad I started coming here.
  
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      Dr Wainright is the best and all of the staff are awesome. We recommend them to anyone. They will yake good care of you.
  
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