Gynaecology Guide: Welcome to My Practice Blog

Why This Gynaecology Guide?

Many questions arise outside of the appointment. In the evening, at the weekend, in the gap between two commitments – and when you search online, you often find contradictory or unsettling information. That is not a criticism, it is simply a pattern I recognise from daily practice.

This blog is here to change that. It is intended as a gynaecology guide: a place where gynaecological topics are explained clearly, symptoms are put into context, and you as a reader come away from each post knowing more precisely what questions you would like to raise at your next appointment. It does not replace a medical examination – but it can help you prepare for one.

My Path to My Own Practice

The decision to open my own practice was not a spontaneous one. It is the result of a deliberate development over a number of years. I have worked in different settings and, over time, it has become increasingly clear to me what really matters to me in medicine: conversations that actually happen, explanations that are genuinely understandable, and medical decisions that are made together.

In employed roles, the structural conditions are often tight – that is not a criticism of any individual practice or clinic, but a systemic reality. For some patients, that works well. For others, particularly when symptoms are complex or have been present for a long time, there is a need for more space for dialogue. That is the space I want to create with my women's practice in Dormagen.

Since becoming a mother, many topics in gynaecology and obstetrics have taken on additional depth for me. I know from personal experience how much uncertainty pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period can bring. And I know how valuable it is to have a medical professional who listens, explains, and does not rush to judgement. This perspective shapes my work – without my generalising it. Every woman brings her own history and her own needs.

Why Dormagen?

Dormagen is a deliberate choice. It is a city with many families, with women at very different stages of life, and with a genuine need for personal, modern gynaecological care. For me, medicine is built on trust, continuity and proximity. Dormagen offers an excellent foundation for all of that – and I am looking forward to building long-term relationships here.

If you would like to know more about who is behind this practice, you can find out more on the About Elisa Mahlberg page.

My Medical Approach

In my practice, I aim for medicine that is scientifically grounded and at the same time remains comprehensible. I work on an evidence-based basis – meaning in accordance with current scientific knowledge and medical guidelines. Where it is appropriate, I complement this with selected approaches such as phytotherapy or gynaecological taping (kinesiology taping, qualified through the K-Taping Academy) as a supplement to conventional medicine.

To be clear: I see complementary approaches as a meaningful addition, not a replacement for necessary medical diagnostics or treatment. It is not a question of either-or, but of what suits the individual woman. Not every symptom immediately requires treatment. But every symptom deserves attention.

Medical decisions are made together with my patients – based on clear information, individual assessment and language that requires no prior medical knowledge. You can learn more about my approach on the holistic women's health page.

What You Will Find Here

This blog accompanies women through a wide range of life phases. The topics come directly from everyday gynaecological practice – and from the questions patients ask me time and again.

You will find posts on:

• Cycle and bleeding irregularities – What is normal, and what should be investigated?
• Hormonal changes – From puberty through to the menopause
• Endometriosis and PCOS – Two common conditions that often go unrecognised for a long time. Endometriosis (a condition in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus) and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome, a hormonal disorder) each deserve their own, considered posts
• Pregnancy and common symptoms – Context rather than confusion
• Menopause – What is happening in the body, and what options are available?
• Preventive care, infections and modern care options – What makes sense, and when

If you have questions about pregnancy or prenatal care, or if the topic of menopause is something you are currently navigating, you will find further information on the respective pages.

All posts are grounded in medical experience and current clinical knowledge. They are written in a calm, measured tone – without dramatisation, without unnecessary alarm and without jargon. Where technical terms are important, I explain them.

My Goal for This Blog

If, after reading a post, you understand your body a little better, can formulate your questions more clearly, or simply feel a little more confident – then this blog has done its job.

I will be writing here regularly. Not as promotion for my practice, but because I believe that clear medical information can make a genuine difference. For women who want to be better informed. For women who are unsure whether their symptoms deserve attention. And for anyone who simply wants to understand what is happening in their own body.

If you would like to take the next step: I look forward to welcoming you to an appointment in Dormagen. Consultations in English are available at any time.

Elisa Mahlberg

References

• Deutsche Gesellschaft für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe (DGGG): Guidelines and Recommendations. www.dggg.de
• AWMF – Association of the Scientific Medical Societies in Germany: S3 Guidelines on Gynaecological Conditions. www.awmf.org
• Robert Koch Institute (RKI): Health Reporting and Preventive Care Recommendations. www.rki.de