Breastfeeding Medicine
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Book nowAre you pregnant, a new mom, or have you faced breastfeeding challenges in the past? We’re here to help you thrive on your breastfeeding journey. Our all-female team of breastfeeding medicine experts is uniquely qualified to diagnose and manage a wide range of breastfeeding and lactation issues. At Nuvance Health®, we’re committed to helping you achieve your breastfeeding goals, no matter what challenges you may face.
Our team: Dedicated to Your Breastfeeding Success
At the heart of our clinic is a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to guiding you through every stage of your breastfeeding journey. We understand that breastfeeding can be both rewarding and challenging and our team is here to offer personalized care, evidence-based advice and unwavering support. Our multidisciplinary team includes:
- Midwives: Offering holistic, patient-centered care and extensive experience supporting new mothers and their babies.
- Lactation consultants: Certified specialists who provide expert guidance on positioning, latching and overcoming common breastfeeding obstacles.
- OB/GYN with specialized expertise in breastfeeding medicine: A unique perspective that combines medical knowledge and breastfeeding expertise to address complex lactation challenges.
Our clinic is led by Elizabeth N. Elsagga, DO, a board-certified OB/GYN, and Kathleen McGinnis, CNM, a certified nurse midwife. Together, they bring years of specialized experience in breastfeeding medicine. They’ve dedicated their careers to helping mothers and babies thrive, earning national certifications in lactation care.
Why Breastfeeding Medicine?
If you’re at high risk for having breastfeeding challenges, our team is available to set you up for success on your breastfeeding journey. Women with a past history of some medical conditions may benefit from the added support of a breastfeeding medicine specialist. These include:
- Gestational diabetes
- PCOS
- Endocrine disorders
- Past history of breast cancer or breast surgery
- IVF
- Previous breastfeeding challenges
A Welcoming, Collaborative Environment
When you visit our clinic, you’ll experience more than just a consultation. We collaborate as a team to create a personalized care plan tailored to your needs. Together, the team is uniquely qualified to diagnose and manage a wide range of breastfeeding and lactation issues for mom and baby, including:
- Low milk supply
- Triple feeding
- Nipple wounds
- Pumping issues
- Endocrine issues
- Recurrent mastitis
Our team is also trained to assess your baby’s oral anatomy for potential oral tethers, which can affect breastfeeding success.
Your journey to successful breastfeeding starts at Nuvance Health.
Insurance Coverage
We understand that navigating healthcare can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re pleased to let you know that most insurance plans cover our visits with just a co-pay.