I'm on the pill, in my late 20's and go to a general practitioner once a year for a regular checkup that includes my pap and pelvic exam. The following month she sends me a full report on my health and results from any tests that were run. I really like the convenience of having it all done at the same time. It is a long visit but only once a year.

My bf's mom is a nurse practitioner and she told me that since I was young, on the pill and in a monogamous relationship I could actually skimp back to a physical exam once a year and a pap every two. I figure I’m already in there and insurance pays so what the heck.

Finding a good doctor or dentist is a lot like shoes. Sometimes you gotta shop around.

Erin