The 20 Best Painful Menstrual Periods Doctors Near Me in Alaska, US

Find the Top Painful Menstrual Periods Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Painful Menstrual Periods near Alaska, US. Of these, 17 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Theodore D Barton, MD

    Hwy Ste 101a, 
    Soldotna, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodore Barton is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. Barton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Menorrhagia, Hemolysis, and Preeclampsia. Dr. Barton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Laboratory Corporation Of America

    1626 30th Ave, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karl Baurick is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Baurick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Menorrhagia, Infertility, Uterine Prolapse, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    1919 Lathrop St Ste 222, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly Schumacher is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Schumacher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menorrhagia, Preeclampsia, Endometriosis, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

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    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Laboratory Corporation Of America

    1626 30th Ave, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Doris Heilman is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Heilman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lichen Sclerosus, Menorrhagia, Menopause, Uterine Prolapse, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danielle Gagnon is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Gagnon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menorrhagia, Uterine Prolapse, Female Genital Sores, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    University Women's Health LLC

    1875 University Ave S Ste 1, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Miles is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Miles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Preeclampsia, Endometriosis, Rectocele, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Denali Ob-Gyn Associates LLC

    3976 University Lake Dr., Suite 300, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tanya Pasternack is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Pasternack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Cervical Dysplasia, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Pasternack is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    1919 Lathrop St Ste 222, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eiluned Hogenson is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Hogenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menorrhagia, Female Genital Sores, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Endometriosis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Valley Medical Care PC

    1801 Salmon Creek Ln, 
    Juneau, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dorothy Hernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Juneau, Alaska. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Insomnia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Capstone Family Medicine LLC

    3122 E Meridian Park Loop, 
    Wasilla, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cassandra Cook is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Wasilla, Alaska. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adenomyosis, Endometriosis, Vaginal Cysts, and Vaginal Dryness.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Providence Alaska Medical Center

    3200 Providence Dr, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ana Chartier is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Chartier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Uterine Prolapse, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Capstone Family Medicine LLC

    3122 E Meridian Park Loop, 
    Wasilla, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Schubert is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Wasilla, Alaska. Dr. Schubert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Menorrhagia, Uterine Prolapse, Painful Menstrual Periods, and Endometriosis.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    2841 Debarr Rd Ste 37, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donna Chester is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Chester is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Uterine Prolapse, Menopause, and Bartholin Cyst or Abscess.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Peninsula Home Health Care Inc

    1001 Noble St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Corrine Leistikow is a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Leistikow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Peninsula Home Health Care Inc

    1001 Noble St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amber Figueroa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Figueroa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    John R. Oliver MD Inc.

    3750 E Country Field Cir Ste D, 
    Wasilla, AK 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Oliver is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Wasilla, Alaska. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Oliver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Uterine Prolapse, Menopause, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Internal Medicine
    3220 Providence Drive, Suite E3-040, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathy Hurlburt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Hurlburt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Chronic Kidney Disease, Obesity in Children, Anemia, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Hurlburt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Painful Menstrual Periods?

    Painful menstrual periods are periods in which a woman has crampy lower abdominal pain, which can be sharp or aching and come and go. Back pain and/or leg pain may also be present.

    Some pain during your period is normal, but a large amount of pain is not. The medical term for painful menstrual periods is dysmenorrhea.

    When should I see a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor in Alaska, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor in Alaska, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Painful Menstrual Periods doctors in Alaska, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Painful Menstrual Periods doctors in Alaska, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor in Alaska, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Menstrual Periods doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Painful Menstrual Periods doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor in Alaska, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Painful Menstrual Periods doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Painful Menstrual Periods doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Painful Menstrual Periods doctors in Alaska, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Menstrual Periods doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Painful Menstrual Periods doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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