Courtney A. Boyle, DO
Medical Director, Connections Clinic
Obstetrics and Gynecology
LVPG Cliniciani
Accepting New Patients
Overview
Area of focus i
- Substance abuse disorder in pregnancy
Languages spoken
- English
About
Philosophy of care
I grew up in a small Pennsylvania coal region town where everyone knew each other. I also come from a big family. My mom is one of 10 siblings with 6 sisters, and my dad was one of 4 children. We grew up in a lovely house that my parents built. We didn't have a lot of money but my parents truly put their hearts into raising our family. They worked very hard and made sacrifices, so that they could provide for us. We always knew we were loved and cared for. How does this relate to being a physician? It means I've grown up seeing love and hard work. I care for my patients as I'd want my family members to be treated. I believe it's important to listen to your patients. I want to know who they are outside of lab studies and test results. I try to avoid asking general questions but instead I ask deeper questions to understand where my patients are coming from and what their lives are really like. I've also suffered loss in my life. I lost my dad when I was young and we lost our first baby at 14 weeks. I truly believe these two tragic events have made me a better doctor. I can relate. Patients and staff often comment to me that ,"Dr. Boyle, you're really just like us." This is my goal: for people to feel comfortable coming to me about anything even if it's just for a hug and for someone to listen. I want my patients to know that they should never feel judged or scared.
Why I entered medicine
Coming from a very large family, I have seen our share of illness and disease. When I was young I thought I would become a teacher. But as I grew up I realized that I could do a great deal to help women in need by becoming a physician.
Personal interests
I love spending time with my family. I have two kids and they are my whole world. Family is very important to me and I spend as much time as possible with my extended family. I am a runner. I also love crafting and have tried most craft activities.
Education
Undergraduate
Widener University, BS - Biology, 2006
Medical Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2010
Training
Residency 2011
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA
Residency 2012
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA
Residency 2013
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA
Residency 2014
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA
Certifications
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publications & Clinical Trials
Conditions Treated
- ABO Incompatibility
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Abnormal Periods/Menstruation (Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea)
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Acquired Absence of Both Cervix and Uterus
- Advanced Maternal Age
- Bleeding and Clotting Disorders in Pregnancy
- Blood Disorders in Pregnancy
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Hypoplasia
- Breech Position
- Cervical Cancer
- Cervical Polyps
- Cervical insufficiency
- ABO Incompatibility
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Abnormal Periods/Menstruation (Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea)
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Acquired Absence of Both Cervix and Uterus
- Advanced Maternal Age
- Bleeding and Clotting Disorders in Pregnancy
- Blood Disorders in Pregnancy
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Hypoplasia
- Breech Position
- Cervical Cancer
- Cervical Polyps
- Cervical insufficiency
- Cervicitis
- Childbirth and Postpartum
- Chlamydial Infection
- Congenital Anomalies of Breast
- Eclampsia
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Endometriosis
- Female Genital Mutilation Status
- Fertility
- Fetal Complications (Twins, Triplets, Multiple Gestations)
- Fetal loss
- Fusion of Labia
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Warts
- Genitourinary Tract Infections in Pregnancy
- Gestational Carrier (GC)
- Gestational Diabetes (Diabetes in Pregnancy)
- Gynecologic Cancer
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- Hemorrhage from Placenta Previa
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) in Pregnancy
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- Hirsutism
- Infectious Disorders in Pregnancy
- Infertility
- Interstitial Cystitis (Painful Bladder Syndrome)
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction or Retardation (IUGR)
- Kidney Disorders In Pregnancy
- Large Breasts
- Low-Risk Pregnancy
- Mastodynia (Breast Pain)
- Maternal Anemia
- Menopause and Perimenopause
- Metrorrhagia (Bleeding from the Uterus)
- Miscarriage
- Mixed Incontinence
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Ovary, Fallopian Tube and Broad Ligament
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Vagina
- Noninflammatory Disorders of Vulva and Perineum
- Obesity in Pregnancy
- Osteopenia (Bone Loss)
- Osteoporosis
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Masses and Cysts
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Pelvic Pain
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Perineocele
- Placenta Accreta
- Placenta Previa
- Placental Abruption
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Post Menopausal Bleeding
- Postpartum Depression
- Preeclampsia
- Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy-Related Disorders
- Premature Birth
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Prenatal or Preconception Maternal Exposures (Medications, drugs, radiation)
- Prolapsed Bladder (Cystocele)
- Pruritus Vulvae
- Rectocele
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shortened Cervix
- Surrogate
- Teenage Pregnancy
- Third Degree Perineal Laceration During Delivery
- Trauma in Pregnancy
- Urethral Disorder
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Uterine Cancer
- Uterine Diseases
- Uterine Fibroids
- Vaginal Atrophy
- Vaginal Infections (Vaginitis or Vaginosis)
- Vomiting in Pregnancy
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Vestibulitis
- Vulvodynia
Services Offered
- Adolescent Gynecology
- Anterior Repair
- Behavioral and Mental Health Care for Women
- Biophysical Profile (Prenatal)
- Birth Control
- Bone Densitometry (DEXA)
- Bone Health
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Examination
- Breast Health Services
- C-Section
- C-Section Scar Incision Repair
- Cerclage (Cervical Stitch)
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy
- Colposcopy (Cervix, Vagina, Vulva Exam)
- Adolescent Gynecology
- Anterior Repair
- Behavioral and Mental Health Care for Women
- Biophysical Profile (Prenatal)
- Birth Control
- Bone Densitometry (DEXA)
- Bone Health
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Examination
- Breast Health Services
- C-Section
- C-Section Scar Incision Repair
- Cerclage (Cervical Stitch)
- Cold Knife Cone Biopsy
- Colposcopy (Cervix, Vagina, Vulva Exam)
- Cone Biopsy or (Conization)
- Critical Care Obstetrics
- Culdocentesis
- Culdotomy
- Cystocele, Ureterocele Repair Anterior Colporrhaphy
- Destruction or Excision of Lesion of Cervix (incl. LEEP)
- Diabetes in Pregnancy Program
- Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E)
- Endocervical Curettage
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Enterocele Repair
- Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT)
- Family Planning
- Fecal Occult Blood Test
- Fertility Testing
- Fetal Monitoring
- Fetal Non Stress Testing
- Fibroid Embolization
- Fibroid Surgery
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Gynecologic Health
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Gynecological Examination
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- HIV Screening
- Hormone Testing
- Hysterectomy
- Hysterosalpingogram
- Hysteroscopy
- Imaging, Pelvic
- Incontinence Sling Procedure
- Infertility in Women
- Isoimmunization
- IUD Insertion and Removal
- Labiaplasty
- Childbirth (Labor and Delivery)
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparotomy
- LGBTQ+ Family Planning
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
- Low Risk Delivery
- Lysis of Adhesions
- Mammogram
- Menstruation
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)
- Nutrition in Pregnancy
- Obstetric Delivery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Operative Obstetrics
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Ovarian Cystectomy
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Examination
- Pelvic Floor Surgery
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
- Pelvic Prolapse Surgery (Colpocleisis, Colporrhaphy)
- Perineotomy
- Perineorrhaphy
- Pessary Check
- Pessary Insertion
- Post Partum Exam
- Pregnancy Care and Childbirth
- Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Prenatal Education
- Prenatal Sequential Screening
- Prenatal Care
- Preterm Birth
- Rectocele Repair
- Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Robotic Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery
- Salpingoplasty (Fallopian Tube Surgery)
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Shoulder Delivery
- Skene's Duct Cyst, Excision
- Sub-Urethral Sling
- Tension Free Vaginal Tape Procedure
- Testing During Pregnancy
- Testing During Pregnancy – First Trimester
- Testing During Pregnancy – Second Trimester
- Tubal Ligation (Tube Tying)
- Ultrasound
- Urethral Carbuncle, Excision
- Urinalysis
- Uterosacral Suspension
- Uterine Myomectomy
- Uterine Suspension
- Vaginal Biopsy
- Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
- Vaginal Delivery
- Vaginal Surgery
- Vulvar Biopsy
- Vulvectomy
- Well Woman Care and Cancer Screening
- Women’s Health
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