Women's Health Center
Women’s Health Center is located at 428 Morgantown Street, Suite 2, Kingwood; it is a short drive from Morgantown. Women’s Health Center is an affiliate of Preston Memorial Hospital. At our Women’s Health Center we believe in delivering the highest quality, personalized medical care possible in an efficient, professional environment. The patient-provider relationship is a collaborative effort based on strong communication to provide the ideal treatment. Each and every patient is treated with utmost respect and compassion by Dr. James Holehouse, MD and Dr. Amir Eshel, MD and Certified Nurse-Midwife Bjarni Thomas, CNM. MS.

Women’s Health Center is uniquely qualified to serve the healthcare needs of women of all ages. The group's physicians are highly trained Obstetrician/Gynecologist who specialize in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. The practice's Certified Nurse-Midwife offers patients an alternative for their birthing experience and well-woman care through their lifespan.

There is no need to travel far for expert professional care of reproductive and gynecological services. Please call the Women’s Health Center at 304-441-2010 today to schedule your appointment.


Services Offered
At Women’s Health Center we offer a wide range of services including:

• Birth control ~ we are a licensed West Virginia family planning site
• STD screenings and pregnancy tests
• Annual exams including breast and cervical screening and mammograms
• Osteoporosis screening in conjunction with Preston Memorial Hospital
• Menstrual cycle control
• Care during menopause and treatment including counseling
• GYN consultation and surgery if needed.
• Ultrasound on site
• Colposcopy
• Bladder control problems including urodynamic testing with cystoscopy and cystometrics
• Diagnosis and treatment of interstitial cystitis
• Bioitentical hormone testing and treatment
• Botox, collagen injections and chemical peals
• Vnus Abalation services - varicose veins, swollen and painful legs

Midwifery Services
Certified Nurse Midwife, Bjarni Thomas is an expert in labor and delivery and strives to give you the delivery experience you are seeking. Withher guidance; you and your partner can deliver your baby in a safe, comfortable, family centered environment. You will receive one on one care in a private room. Birthing balls and hot water therapy tubs are used to aid with pain control and 24 hour anesthesia services are available for those who wish to have epidurals for pain control.

OB/GYN Services
Surgical procedures, such as hysterectomies, colposcopies, laparoscopies, cryotherapy, and loop electrosurgical excision are performed by Dr. Eshel and Dr. Holehouse. Both physicians are certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Holehouse has served as the Chairman of the OB/GYN department at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Monongalia General Hospital, Clinical Faculty at WVU, and Director of Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery at WVU Department of OB/GYN. Dr. Holehouse specializes in the treatment of urinary incontinence and has privileges at Preston Memorial Hospital, Monongalia General Hospital and Fairmont General Hospital.

Dr. Holehouse and Dr. Eshel are experts in the field of women’s reproductive health including irregular menstrual cycles and bladder control issues. Bladder control problems are more common among Americans than Alzheimer's disease or osteoporosis. Both men and women experience the problem, though it is twice as common with women. For those who are coping with the condition, it is an important quality of life issue.


Bladder Control Problems
Even though urinary incontinence is a relatively common problem, many people are reluctant to seek help because they are embarrassed. Others are unaware that effective treatment is available. As a result, those with bladder control problems may be afraid to socialize because they fear venturing too far from a bathroom. Others are forced to limit physical activities. Some lose sleep or experience unpleasant, even painful, symptoms.
Common urinary complaints include:

• leakage of urine with exercise, laughter, sneezing, coughing, etc. (Stress urinary incontinence)
• the need to hurry to the bathroom after getting the urge to urinate, with urinary leakage ensuing if they cannot get there in time. (Urgency/urge incontinence)
• chronic urinary tract infections
• urinary retention (inability to void)
• difficulty voiding
• pain on urination
• frequent urination during the daytime (voiding more than seven times per day)
• frequent nighttime urination
• inability to start the stream of urination
• straining in order to urinate

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms ~ schedule your appointment today, and talk with our physicians to get the help you are seeking.

Pelvic anatomic problems
Women with (and without) voiding dysfunction can also have a variety of pelvic anatomic problems. Some of these problems include:

cystocele: when the bladder drops into the vaginal canal
rectocele: when the rectum drops into the vaginal canal
enterocele: when the small bowel drops into the vaginal canal
uterine prolapse: when the uterus drops into the vaginal canal
vaginal vault prolapse: when the uterus has been removed and the cuff of the vagina drops into the vaginal canal

For many of these people, help is available. Call us at 304 441 2010