Dr. Philip G. Brooks MD
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Gynecology
8631 W 3rd St Suite 510e Los Angeles CA, 90048About
Dr. Philip Brooks is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Brooks specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Brooks can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Brooks can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
MD at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
Provider Details
Dr. Philip G. Brooks MD's Expert Contributions
I have missed my periods. Should I immediately meet a gynecologist?
Two weeks after a missed period is soon enough for a gynecologist to be involved. Depending upon the choices, the earlier the cause for the missed period is determined, the safer and better the outcome. READ MORE
What if I miss a week straight of birth control pills?
If you have been on the pills for a long time, Save for over 4 to 6 months, Immediately. It is not likely that you could break through and I ovulate at that point. However, if this is the first cycle or two you would be willing wise to use a back up method of contraception until you get back on the pills READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Vessel sealing using a pulsed bipolar system and open forceps.
- In the management of abnormal uterine bleeding, is office hysteroscopy preferable to sonography? The case for hysteroscopy.
- The long-term effects of the Holocaust on the reproductive function of female
- Use of local anesthesia for office diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Demonstrated, Presented and Lectured All Over US -
- Professor of OBGYN, Cedars-Sinai School of Medicine -
- International Public Speaking -
Awards
- Pioneer in Medicine Award, Cedars-Sinai Medical Group, 2010 (Only Given Once a Year)
- Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Training
- Teaching Awards
- Founding Member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America
Internships
- LAC+USC Medical Center, 1964
Fellowships
- Clinical Gynecology, Harvard Medical School, 1965 (1 Year Fellowship)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, OB/GYN Society of Southern California, Founding Member and 5th President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America
Articles and Publications
- Has Published Over 50 Papers, Peer Reviews and Book Chapter
What do you attribute your success to?
- His basic reason for success is still having a thirst for knowledge. He holds a firm belief in being at the right place at the right time and is willing to take advantage of opportunities when they arrive.
Hobbies / Sports
- Spending Time With His Family
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
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