Professional & Honest Health Care For Women
Our goal at SWWH is to help women achieve optimal health through both preventative care and treatment. We provide evidence-based care in a comfortable and safe environment. We believe in integrity, compassion, and accountability.
Our Services
Obstetrics
Dr. Chan and Dr. Polsky both offer full pregnancy care. Prenatal office appointments begin at approximately 12 weeks gestation and continue until delivery. Our obstetricians work at Windsor Regional Hospital (Metropolitan Campus) and obstetrical care is provided 24 hours a day through a city-wide call system. Emergency care is provided through the Obstetrical Triage Unit on the second floor at WRH-Met Campus. Phone number is 519-254-5544 x 52728 .
Cervical Cancer Screening
All of our physicians provide cervical screening (Pap smears). Dr Chan, Dr. Polsky, and Dr. Brkovich provide colposcopy services to assess abnormal pap smear results. For more information on pap smear screening go to www.ontario.ca/page/cervical-cancer-testing-and-prevention. For more information on HPV and HPV vaccination go to https://www.hpvinfo.ca
Contraception
All of our physicians provide contraceptive counselling for both hormonal and non-hormonal types of birth control. Our in-office procedures include diaphragm fitting, IUD insertion and hormonal implants. Our physicians can help you choose the right birth control for you. For more information on contraception please go to www.sexandu.ca
For more information on hormonal implant : https://www.sexandu.ca/hormonal-implant
For More Information on the IUD: IUD Facts PDF
Abnormal bleeding
Our physicians can help with irregular or excessive uterine bleeding. We will help differentiate between normal and abnormal bleeding and give suggestions and recommendations for both medical and surgical treatment.
Diagnosis Information – Abnormal Bleeding
Pelvic pain
There are many reasons for pelvic pain. Our physicians can help determine the cause of your pain and help manage your pain by offering conservative, medical, and surgical options.
Menopausal Health
Our physicians empower women to make the right decisions for themselves regarding perimenopausal, menopausal, and post-menopausal symptoms. Our physicians can help you decide if hormonal therapy is right for you. Non-hormonal therapies and conservative therapies are also available. For more information go to www.menopauseandu.ca & https://www.menopause.org/for-women
Pre-conception Counselling
Dr. Chan and Dr. Polsky provide preconception counselling for women who have questions about their past or future pregnancies.
Meet Our Staff
Dr. Joshua Polsky
Dr. Joshua Polsky is a fellow in Obstetrics and Gynecology with special training in minimally invasive surgery. He graduated from the University of Toronto medical school and completed his residency at the University of Western Ontario in 2001. Dr. Polsky provides both low and high-risk obstetrical care as well as full gynecology services; both medical and surgical.
Dr. Elise Milrod
Dr. Elise Milrod is a family physician specializing in women’s health care. She graduated from the University of Western Ontario medical school and she completed her family medicine residency in 2000 at McMaster University, following this she then completed a fellowship in Women’s Health. Dr. Milrod provides gynecological services and counselling for cervical cancer screening, abnormal uterine bleeding, contraception including IUD and contraceptive hormonal implant insertion, and menopausal health.
Dr. Andrea Brkovich
Dr. Andrea Brkovich is fellow in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She completed both her medical school training and residency at the University of Western Ontario, graduating in 2000. Dr. Brkovich provides gynecological services specializing in contraception including IUD insertion, cervical cancer screening and colposcopy, management of dysfunctional bleeding, and menopausal health.
Dr. Angelina Chan
Dr. Angelina Chan is a fellow in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She graduated from the University of Toronto medical school and completed her residency at the University of Western Ontario in 2007. Dr. Chan provides both low and high-risk obstetrical care as well as full gynecology services; both medical and surgical.
Valerie Desbiens
Valerie Desbiens received her Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Windsor. Valerie has 20 years of experience managing South Windsor Women’s Health. Her duties include physician scheduling, surgical booking and coordination, and general staffing and management.
FAQ’s
Obstetrical Questions
When will I first see my Obstetrician?
Your first appointment will be scheduled around 12 weeks gestation. This date is based on your first ultrasound. This first ultrasound is scheduled by your family physician or clinic physician. For more information on pregnancy and prenatal visits go to
How many ultrasounds will I get during my pregnancy?
You will receive a dating ultrasound to establish your due date. You will then be offered an ultrasound for genetic screening at 12 weeks. Your anatomical ultrasound will be scheduled around 20 weeks. Additional ultrasounds are arranged if deemed necessary by your doctor.
Can I find out the sex of my baby?
You will likely be able to determine your baby’s sex during your anatomical ultrasound at 20 weeks. Additional ultrasounds for sex determination are not covered by OHIP. There are self-paid ultrasounds that can be obtained. For more information see www.preciouspeeks.ca.
What do I do if I need medical care after office hours?
For any obstetrical emergencies, you can go to Windsor Regional Hospital, Obstetrical Triage on the third floor. You will be assessed by an obstetrical nurse and an Obstetrician is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency care. Phone number is 519-254-5544 x 52728 .
Will my doctor deliver my baby?
All obstetricians in Windsor participate in an obstetrical call system which means that one doctor oversees the delivery room at a given time. Your doctor may be on call during your delivery but it is also possible that it will be another doctor. All obstetricians in Windsor follow the same protocols for labour and delivery and our doctors at SWWH have full confidence in our obstetrical program at Windsor Regional Hospital.
What do I bring to the hospital?
Please visit this link: https://www.wrh.on.ca/MaternalNewborn
FAQ’s
Gynecological Questions
<br /> What is a pap smear?
A pap smear is a screening test for cervical cancer. It detects changes in the cervix related to the HPV virus. For more information see
When do I need to have a pap smear?
Pap smear screening begins at age 21 for now, may change later, interval is 3 years until the age of 70.
I have been referred for an abnormal pap smear / colposcopy. What does this mean?
An abnormal pap smear could mean that you have been exposed to the HPV virus and that the cells on your cervix have been infected. The gynecologist will decide whether a repeat pap smear is necessary or if you require colposcopy. Colposcopy means looking at the cervix through a microscope to look for changes associated with the HPV virus. Sometimes a biopsy is taken to help plan management. For more information go to www.southwestcancer.ca/sites/swrcpweb.lhsc.on.ca/files/resources/Abnormal_Pap.pdf
What happens if I forget to take my birth control pill?
Take your pill as soon as you remember and use barrier contraception for the remainder of the month. (You can also refer to the Stay on Schedule app located at www.sexandu.ca for further instructions)
I am scheduled for an IUD insertion? What can I expect?
An IUD is a plastic or copper T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. A speculum is used to locate the cervix and place the IUD. The procedure takes less than 2 minutes to perform. If you have been prescribed an IUD from your doctor please bring the IUD with you to your appointment. If you do not have an IUD it can be prescribed by our physicians. If you are on your period, please do not cancel your appointment. IUD placement can be associated with cramping and our doctors suggest that you take 200-400 mg of ibuprofen before your appointment.
I missed my period and I’m on birth control.
Some birth control pills reduce or stop periods and this is normal. If you think you are pregnant, a home pregnancy test can be done after a missed period. For more information go to www.sexandu.ca/sos
I had unprotected sex and I don’t want to be pregnant.
Emergency contraception is available at any pharmacy without a prescription. The most common is called Plan B. For more information go to www.sexandu.ca.
I am pregnant and I'm not sure I want to keep the pregnancy, what are my options?
To schedule an appointment at the Options Clinic please call 519-985-2662. You do not require a referral for this. You can make this appointment yourself. The Options Clinic is located at Windsor Regional Hospital.
I think that my monthly bleeding is abnormal. What do I do?
Menstrual bleeding is abnormal if it negatively affects your day-to-day life. Your doctor can help you determine if treatment is necessary. Sometimes ultrasounds or bloodwork can be helpful to determine treatment. For more information go to
My doctor told me that I need an endometrial biopsy. What does this mean?
An endometrial biopsy samples the lining of your uterus. This is usually done to determine why a woman is having abnormal uterine bleeding or to rule out cancer. The procedure involves inserting a 2 mm catheter through the cervix to sample the tissue. The procedure takes less than 2 minutes and may cause mild to moderate cramping. This cramping may last a few minutes. Our doctors suggest that you take 200-400 mg of ibuprofen before your appointment.
FAQ’s
Surgery-related Questions
I am having surgery. How long will I be off work?
All surgical procedures are different and recovery times vary. Minor procedures such as diagnostic laparoscopies, hysteroscopies, and endometrial ablations usually require one week of recovery time. Most major procedures require 6 weeks of recovery time at home.
I have work papers that need to be filled out by the doctor for my time off. How do I go about this?
You can bring or email your papers to our office. Your physician will complete the paperwork and a staff member will notify you when the papers are complete. There is a charge for this ranging from $50.
Appointments
MILROD ACCEPTS SELF-REFERRALS OR REFERRALS FROM OTHER PHYSICIANS. PATIENTS MAY CALL THE OFFICE DIRECTLY (519-253-6033) TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH DR. MILROD.
BRKOVICH, DR. CHAN, AND DR. POLSKY ACCEPT REFERRALS FROM OTHER HEALTH PROVIDERS (PRIMARY CARE, WALK-IN CLINIC PHYSICIAN, SPECIALISTS, ER PHYSICIANS, NURSE PRACTIONERS, AND MIDWIVES). ONCE THE REFERRAL IS MADE, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY SOUTH WINDSOR WOMEN’S HEALTH BY AUTOMATED MESSAGE WITH YOUR APPOINTMENT DATE AND TIME. YOU WILL ALSO RECEIVE AN AUTOMATED REMINDER MESSAGE 2-3 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT.
IF FOR ANY REASON YOU NEED TO CANCEL, YOU CAN LEAVE A MESSAGE ON OUR ANSWERING MACHINE. THESE MESSAGES ARE CHECKED DURING WORKING HOURS.
519-253-6033
Phones are answered Monday to Friday 9-4. Closed from 12-1. Our office number is 519-253-6033.
To speak to Valerie regarding operating room booking, please dial extension #4.
3850 Dougall Ave. Suite 201, Windsor, ON N9G 1X2
We are on the second floor of the building in suite # 201. We are located above Tim Hortons and Spago. The second floor is accessible by stairs or elevator. There are 2 entrances into the building. Parking is free.