New Year, New You: 5 Reasons to Schedule Your Annual GYN Exam

Most Americans set goals for the new year. A number of the most common New Year’s resolutions focus on wellness, such as trying to eat healthier or exercise more. 

Are you in the camp of people trying to improve their physical or mental health this year? If so, we want to help. 

With the annual exams we offer at Elite Gynecology, our all-female team provides thorough care to help protect your health and move you toward your wellness and family planning goals. To start 2026 strong, schedule an appointment at one of our offices. We have locations in Manhattan, Forest Hills, and Rego Park, New York. 

Here are five ways we can help set you up for success this year. 

1. Make birth control easier in 2026 and beyond

More than 30% of polled women who take the birth control pill reported missing one or more pills. It’s understandable. Life gets busy, and taking that tiny pill at the same time every day can slip through the cracks.

Choosing a different form of contraception can make your life easier. With an intrauterine device (IUD), you get birth control that can last five years or more without you having to do a single thing. 

This could be a solid option, even if you plan to get pregnant later in 2026. Fertility usually returns on your next menstrual cycle after your IUD is removed. 

2. Get a Pap smear

If it’s been a few years since you’ve had a Pap smear, now’s the time. Regular testing helps protect you against cervical cancer. About 80% of women diagnosed with this kind of cancer haven’t had a Pap smear in the previous five years. 

3. Include a breast and pelvic exam

At your appointment, we can also perform a breast and pelvic exam. These tests check for breast cancer, infections, and other issues that could affect your wellness.

You can choose to have these exams performed at your annual gynecology appointment, rather than during a visit to your general care provider. This way, you’re guaranteed that a woman will perform your exam. 

4. Determine if you’d benefit from STI testing

During your appointment, our team helps you decide if you would benefit from testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Many STIs don’t cause symptoms, so periodic testing is the best way to stay informed. 

5. Discuss symptoms you’ve been experiencing

Your gynecology appointment isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about getting in the room with an experienced, compassionate care provider who can help you. 

If you’ve been experiencing any symptoms, bring them up with us. Whether you’re dealing with abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, challenges during menopause, or something else, we come alongside you. We offer a range of treatments to help women live more comfortably.

For personalized care to help you protect your health in 2026 and beyond, call Elite Gynecology or book your gynecology appointment online today.