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Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP

Professional interests include: intrauterine device (IUD) insertion, menstrual disorders, menopause, and more.
16761 S Park Center
Strongsville, OH 44136
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Office Locations

Address:

16761 S Park Center
Strongsville, OH 44136

Address:

3574 Center Road
Brunswick, OH 44212

Some issues Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP can help you with:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Facial or body hair
  • Thinning head hair
  • Missing or irregular periods
  • Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

  • Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
  • Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
  • Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
  • Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
  • Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
  • Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
  • Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP treated as in Strongsville, OH were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

breast exam 19
doctor visit 35
gynecologic procedures 19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP.

Gender
Male 0
Female 44
Age
75 to 84 8
85 and over
Less than 65
65 to 74 22

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 41
High Cholesterol 38
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 7
Depression 10
Chronic Kidney Disease 5
Asthma 1
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Diabetes 5
Atrial Fibrillation
Dementia
Cancer

Education & Training

She is certified by the Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner and has a state license in Ohio.

Board Certification: Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic
Brunswick Family Health Center
Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center

Ratings & Reviews

Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Mrs. Rachel Renee Heers, CNP from all over the web to help you find the right in Strongsville, OH. 

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Biography

Ms. Rachel Heers' areas of expertise include vaginal atrophy, menopause, and female incontinence. Ms. Heers is affiliated with Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center and Brunswick Family Health Center. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5).

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