Gynecologist in San Antonio: OB/GYN care on the South Side

Yaso Wellness Health Clinic is a gynecology practice at 1907 Goliad Rd on San Antonio's South Side. Leticia Vargas, MD, OB/GYN, provides well-woman exams, Pap tests, birth control counseling, hormone testing, PCOS care and menopause care. Visits are in-clinic in San Antonio, and some follow-ups are available by telehealth for women located in Texas.

Key facts

  • Clinician: Leticia Vargas, MD, OB/GYN, a woman physician who was born and raised on San Antonio's South Side.
  • She graduated from UT Health San Antonio and completed her residency at University Hospital in 2004.
  • Location: 1907 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX 78223. Phone: (210) 903-1030.
  • Gynecology services include well-woman exams, Pap tests, birth control counseling, hormone testing, PCOS care, perimenopause and menopause care.
  • Some follow-ups and consultations can be done by telehealth for patients located in Texas. Exams and Pap tests are done in the clinic.

What does a gynecologist do?

A gynecologist cares for the female reproductive system: the uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina and vulva, and the breasts. An OB/GYN is trained in both obstetrics (pregnancy and childbirth) and gynecology. Many women see their gynecologist as their main doctor for women's health from their teens through menopause and beyond.

What is the difference between an OB/GYN and a gynecologist?

All OB/GYNs are trained in gynecology. "OB" is the pregnancy and childbirth part of the specialty. Some OB/GYNs deliver babies; others focus on gynecology. At Yaso, care is focused on gynecology and women's health through every stage of life. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, please call us to talk about your needs.

Gynecology services at Yaso Wellness

  • Well-woman exams and Pap tests. Preventive checkups and cervical cancer screening on the schedule that fits your age and history.
  • Birth control counseling. Help choosing a method that fits your health and plans.
  • Period problems. Irregular, heavy or painful periods can have many causes. An exam and tests can help find out why.
  • PCOS care. Diagnosis and long-term care for polycystic ovary syndrome.
  • Perimenopause and menopause care. Including hot flashes, sleep problems, vaginal dryness and hormone therapy.
  • Hormone testing when it helps answer a clinical question.

When should I see a gynecologist?

You should make an appointment for a yearly well-woman visit, and sooner if you notice:

  • bleeding between periods, after sex, or after menopause;
  • periods that are very heavy, very painful or have stopped;
  • pelvic pain;
  • unusual discharge, itching or odor;
  • pain during sex;
  • a breast lump or change;
  • bladder leaks or frequent urinary infections.

Severe pelvic pain, heavy bleeding that soaks a pad every hour, or fainting needs urgent care. Call 911 or go to an emergency room.

When should a girl have her first gynecology visit?

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists suggests a first visit between ages 13 and 15. This visit is mostly a talk about health, periods and growing up. It usually does not include a pelvic exam. Pap tests do not start until age 21.

What to expect at your first visit

Your first visit starts with a conversation. Dr. Vargas will ask about your periods, health history, medicines, family history and any concerns. Depending on your age and needs, the visit may include:

  • a blood pressure and weight check;
  • a breast exam;
  • a pelvic exam and Pap or HPV test, if you are due;
  • lab tests, if needed.

You can ask to have a chaperone in the room, and you can ask to stop at any time during an exam.

Seeing an OB/GYN close to home on the South Side

The clinic is on Goliad Road in the 78223 ZIP code, serving women on the South Side and across San Antonio. Dr. Vargas grew up here and opened Yaso so people in her community could get care close to home. For women elsewhere in Texas, some consultations and follow-ups can be done by telehealth, as long as you are located in Texas during the visit.

What to ask your clinician

  • Am I due for a Pap or HPV test?
  • Which birth control methods fit my health and plans?
  • Are my periods normal for my age?
  • Should I have any blood tests this year?
  • What screenings, like a mammogram, should I schedule?
  • Which visits can I do by telehealth?

FAQs

Is Dr. Vargas a female gynecologist? Yes. Leticia Vargas, MD, OB/GYN, is a woman physician and the founder of Yaso Wellness Health Clinic.

Do I need a referral to see a gynecologist? Many women can book a gynecology visit directly. Call (210) 903-1030 if you have questions about your visit.

How often should I see a gynecologist? A yearly well-woman visit is recommended for most women, even when you don't need a Pap test that year.

Can I see a gynecologist by telehealth? Some consultations and follow-ups can be done by telehealth if you are located in Texas. Pelvic exams and Pap tests need an in-clinic visit.

Where is the clinic? Yaso Wellness Health Clinic is at 1907 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX 78223, on the city's South Side.

Book a visit

Book a gynecology visit with Leticia Vargas, MD, OB/GYN. Call (210) 903-1030 or book a visit. In-clinic in San Antonio • Telehealth for women located in Texas Yaso Wellness Health Clinic, 1907 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX 78223

About the clinician: Leticia Vargas, MD, OB/GYN, founder of Yaso Wellness Health Clinic. About Dr. Vargas

Sources

Education only, not medical advice or a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 911.