Gynecologist

Peyton Berookim, MD, FACG, founder of Westwood Wellness in Los Angeles, CA, told POPSUGAR he makes a point to tell his female patients that they should be seen by a gynecologist every year. This is the time to raise any concerns about your periods, sex life, or birth control, but there are also a battery of important tests and screenings you'll need depending on your age. These include:

A Pap test starting at age 21 to screen for cervical cancer. This will be done annually or every three to five years, depending on your age and health history. An HPV test is recommended for women 30 and older.
Annual screenings for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases, if you are sexually active.
Regular breast exams starting at 21, followed by a mammogram every one to two years starting at age 40.

Talk to your gynecologist about their screening policies. Depending on your overall health and pre-existing conditions, some may want to push up or delay certain screenings.

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