Most contraceptives rely on hormones to prevent pregnancy. But many women either can’t take or don’t want to take hormones on a regular basis. If this sounds like you, it’s time to learn more about the benefits of non-hormonal birth control.
About Katie Ostrom
Providing the highest quality gynecology and obstetrics care is a priority for the staff at the office of Katie Ostrom, MD, in Homer, Alaska. The experienced medical team takes a personalized approach to caring for women's unique and evolving needs in all stages of life.
Led by board-certified OB/GYN Katie Ostrom, MD, the team diagnoses and treats a variety of gynecological conditions using the latest technologies.
They can address issues like heavy bleeding, endometriosis, and infertility with customized treatment plans using medications and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries. The team also offers birth control counseling and preventive screening services, including pelvic exams,
Pap smears, and breast exams. For nonsurgical vaginal restoration and menopause symptom relief, they use the MonaLisa Touch® laser technology.
In addition to gynecology services, the team also provides the highest quality pregnancy services for expectant mothers and their newborns. They specialize in a wide range of obstetrics services, including in-office ultrasounds, nonstress test (NST) fetal monitoring, and birth plans for in-hospital and at-home births.
The team can also address infertility through customized care plans. Treatment options for infertility include medications and assisted reproductive therapies like in-vitro fertilization (IVF) to help couples achieve the family of their dreams.
Dr. Ostrom opened her private practice to create a unique, comfortable space for women in and around Homer. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and completed her OB/GYN residency at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
She adores living in Homer and raising her children in such a beautiful place. When not serving her patients, Dr. Ostrum enjoys riding bikes on the beach, ocean swimming, and tending to her garden.
To schedule a consultation at the office of Katie Ostrom, MD, call the office or book an appointment online today.
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For your convenience, Katie Ostrom, MD, accepts most major insurance plans. This list is not entirely inclusive of all the plans we accept. For specific insurance plan inquiries, please contact the office.
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