The Pelvic Health Clinic at Lyndhurst is dedicated to providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare services tailored to the unique needs of individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI). This specialized clinic addresses gaps in community care, offering services that are often unavailable elsewhere.
While many of the services are focused on individuals with female genitalia—such as pelvic exams, vaginal hygiene, and menopause management—sexual health education and resources are inclusive of all genders. The clinic provides a safe, supportive space where patients and their partners can access personalized education on sexual health, intimacy, and relationships in the context of SCI.
Services Offered:
- Pelvic exams
- HPV testing
- STI testing
- Provide education on various topics (and send suggestions to PCP) such as:
- Vaginal hygiene
- Contraception
- Family planning
- Menopause in the context of SCI
- Bladder/bowel management
- STI testing
- HPV testing
- Safe sex practices
- Education and resources about sexual health and intimacy
Team Expertise:
- Marynell Laguna – Nurse Practitioner: Marynell leads the medical care for the Pelvic Health Clinic, bringing her expertise in SCI-focused care. She also works closely with patients to connect them with the appropriate healthcare providers, ensuring they receive the specialized support and resources they need to address their unique health concerns.
- Sandra Mills – Patient Educator: Sandra provides comprehensive education on sexual health, intimacy, and relationships for individuals and their partners. Topics include the impact of SCI on the sexual response cycle, erectile (dys)function and available options, cultivating arousal and desire, mindfulness, communication, and the use of sex toys and aides.
For more information or to make a referral, contact Marynell Laguna [email protected] or Sandra Mills [email protected]
