The pros and cons of starting a specialized clinic.
Seeking to fill an unmet need in the women's health care field, this specialized physician-directed center used the resources available in a private-practice obstetrics/gynecologic office to address premenstrual syndrome. The article outlines the structuring of the center, personnel training, and financial considerations; and it describes treatment issues and the medical considerations essential to treating this pervasive and serious medical problem.
D005260:Female; D006176:Gynecology / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D009922:Oregon; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011293:Premenstrual Syndrome / Q000628:therapy*; D014932:Women's Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*