Barbara L. Plucknett, MD
Gynecology
Independent Cliniciani
Accepting New Patients
Overview
Area of focus i
- Gynecology
- Urogynecology
- Integrative medicine
Languages spoken
- English
- English
About
Philosophy of care
I use the highest level of education, superior technology and compassionate care to treat the female body at all stages of life. I look forward to caring for you.
Why I entered medicine
My passion for helping people sparked as a young child, when my family and I took care of my elderly grandparents as they were aging and ill. I also enjoy helping patients to understand their problems and work toward a resolution, whether that be with integrative techniques or surgical skills. I enjoy doing surgery and staying at the top of the technology curve.
Personal interests
I enjoy being outdoors, planting flowers and gardening. I also like cooking and spending time with my dogs, cats and chickens.
Education
Undergraduate
Temple University, BA - Biology, 1987
Medical Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1991
Training
Internship 1992
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Center of Delaware, Newark, DE
Residency 1995
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Center of Delaware, Newark, DE
Fellowship 1997
Urogynecology, Pelvic Reconstructive and Laparoscopic Surgery, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
Fellowship 2021
Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publications & Clinical Trials
Conditions Treated
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Abnormal Periods/Menstruation (Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea)
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Adolescent Health
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Lump
- Breast Problems
- Cervical Polyps
- Chlamydial Infection
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Endometriosis
- Fusion of Labia
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Warts
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Abnormal Periods/Menstruation (Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea)
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Adolescent Health
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Lump
- Breast Problems
- Cervical Polyps
- Chlamydial Infection
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Endometriosis
- Fusion of Labia
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Warts
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- Hirsutism
- Implanted Vaginal Mesh Into Vagina
- Interstitial Cystitis (Painful Bladder Syndrome)
- Mastodynia (Breast Pain)
- Menopause and Perimenopause
- Metrorrhagia (Bleeding from the Uterus)
- Mixed Incontinence
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Ovary, Fallopian Tube and Broad Ligament
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Vagina
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Vulva and Perineum
- Osteopenia (Bone Loss)
- Osteoporosis
- Ovarian Masses and Cysts
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Pelvic Pain
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Perineocele
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Post Menopausal Bleeding
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Prolapsed Bladder (Cystocele)
- Pruritus Vulvae
- Rectocele
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Urethral Disorder
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Uterine Diseases
- Uterine Fibroids
- Vaginal Atrophy
- Vaginal Infections (Vaginitis or Vaginosis)
- Vulvar Vestibulitis
- Vulvodynia
Services Offered
- Anterior Repair
- Birth Control
- Bone Health
- Breast Examination
- Breast Health Services
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy
- Colposcopy (Cervix, Vagina, Vulva Exam)
- Cone Biopsy or (Conization)
- Cryosurgery
- Cystocele, Ureterocele Repair Anterior Colporrhaphy
- Destruction or Excision of Lesion of Cervix (incl. LEEP)
- Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E)
- Endocervical Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Anterior Repair
- Birth Control
- Bone Health
- Breast Examination
- Breast Health Services
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy
- Colposcopy (Cervix, Vagina, Vulva Exam)
- Cone Biopsy or (Conization)
- Cryosurgery
- Cystocele, Ureterocele Repair Anterior Colporrhaphy
- Destruction or Excision of Lesion of Cervix (incl. LEEP)
- Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E)
- Endocervical Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Enterocele Repair
- Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT)
- Family Planning
- Fibroid Surgery
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Gynecologic Health
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Hormone Testing
- Hysterectomy
- Hysterosalpingogram
- Hysteroscopy
- Incontinence Sling Procedure
- IUD Insertion and Removal
- Labiaplasty
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparotomy
- LGBTQ+ Patient Support
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
- Lysis of Adhesions
- Mammogram
- Menstruation
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Ovarian Cystectomy
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Examination
- Pelvic Floor Surgery
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
- Pelvic Prolapse Surgery (Colpocleisis, Colporrhaphy)
- Perineorrhaphy
- Perineotomy
- Pessary Check
- Pessary Insertion
- Pregnancy Test
- Rectocele Repair
- Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
- Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Salpingoplasty (Fallopian Tube Surgery)
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Skene's Duct Cyst, Excision
- Sub-Urethral Sling
- Tension Free Vaginal Tape Procedure
- Tubal Ligation (Tube Tying)
- Urethral Carbuncle, Excision
- Urinalysis
- Uterine Suspension
- Uterosacral Suspension
- Vaginal Biopsy
- Vaginal Surgery
- Vulvar Biopsy
- Vulvectomy
- Well Woman Care and Cancer Screening
- Women’s Health
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