Women's Specialists
We’re Here For You at Every Age & Every Stage of Life
Our care team at Bozeman Health’s Women’s Specialists Clinic is here to support you through the many stages of life – from annual wellness visits, contraception, gynecologic and breast cancer screenings, endometriosis care, gynecology problem visits, pregnancy and postpartum care, robotic and non-robotic surgery services, menopause care and much more!
Learn How Women’s Specialists is Increasing Access & Improving Quality Care in Our Community
Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists Clinic is our Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Clinic, which provides comprehensive pregnancy and postpartum care, annual wellness visits, gynecology and breast cancer screenings, contraception, gynecology problem visits, menopause care, endometriosis care, robotic and non-robotic surgery services and much more! In addition, the clinic provides mental health screenings services and community resources to support pregnant women and postpartum patients.
Women’s Specialists is one of our larger clinics at Deaconess which includes OB/GYN and all of the following sub-specialties:
- Maternal Fetal Medicine
- Midwifery
- Urogynecology
- Gynecological Oncology
- Breast Surgical Oncology & Reconstruction
Services Offered
Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Midwifery
Colleen Killian
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Jami L Chisdak
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Kristie L Bodnar
MD
OB Hospitalist
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Linda K Waring
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Marcia Voigt
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Marilee M Simons
MD
OB Hospitalist
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Melissa A Wolf
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Renee A Frederickson
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shaun J Gillis
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shaina H Long
DO
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Anna C. McCracken
CNP
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Hailey Milligan,
DNP
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Paige L Crum
APRN, FNPC
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Kirsten A Drake,
PA
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Alicia Fletcher
CNM, ARNP, RN
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Amanda Rizner
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Hillary Elder
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shannyn Dewey
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Midwifery Services
The Women’s Specialists team includes four full-time, certified nurse midwives. In addition to supporting women before, during and after childbirth, our midwives care for women across the lifespan, similar to OB-GYNs. Many patients choose to see our midwives for their annual wellness exams, contraception, menopause care and more. The midwife program offers:
- Comprehensive annual exams including pelvic exams, breast exams and discussions about reproductive health
- Regular screenings for cervical cancer and other conditions, following recommended guidelines
- Family planning counseling on contraceptive options and assistance with family planning decisions
- Menstrual health evaluation and management of menstrual irregularities and related concerns
- Sexual health discussions, including sexually transmitted infection screenings and education
Routine Gynecologic Care
Our OB-GYN doctors, nurses and care team offer you comprehensive gynecologic care focused on women’s health throughout all stages of life. Services typically include routine gynecologic exams, prenatal care, menopause management and treatment for various conditions such as endometriosis, fibroids, and hormonal imbalances.
The care team often consists of experienced gynecologists, nurse practitioners, and support staff who provide personalized treatment plans.
Patients can expect a range of services, from preventive care and screenings to surgical options when necessary. The goal is to promote overall well-being and empower women to make informed health decisions.
Empowering Women Against Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, causing chronic pelvic pain, irregular bleeding, and fertility challenges. At Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists, we understand the impact this condition can have on your life. That’s why we offer advanced treatments, including robotic-assisted surgery, to provide you with the best possible care and outcomes. When you call in for an appointment, our expert OB-GYN doctors, physicians assistants and nursing team can discuss your medical history so that they can best advise you on the next steps of your treatment. In some cases, Dr. Bottsford-Miller, board certified gynecologic oncologist, works closely with his colleagues at Women’s Specialists to co-manage medical therapies with help from our gynecologic oncology nurse navigation team.
If surgery is the best option, Dr. Bottsford-Miller utilizes state-of-the-art technologies for safe treatment of endometriosis. Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive approach that offers several benefits over traditional surgery. Our team is dedicated to providing you with personalized care and support throughout your treatment journey. If you’re living with endometriosis, we’re here to help you take control of your health and well-being.
Menopause & Hormonal Care
Our Women’s Specialist team knows how disruptive and distressing menopause and hormone-related issues can be. We are here to partner with you to address the changes associated with menopause including comprehensive assessments for symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings and sleep disturbances. Our team offers:
- A supportive environment – focusing on empowering women with knowledge and resources throughout their menopause journey
- Education and Counseling – providing guidance on what to expect during menopause, including strategies for maintaining health and well-being
- Comprehensive Treatment Options – knowing that each woman makes choices right for her, we offer both hormone replacement therapies and non-hormonal options focused on alternative therapies and lifestyle modifications
(Photo from CertaScan Technologies)
Newborn Safety System CertaScan Technologies
CertaScan Technologies allows Bozeman Health to capture high resolution newborn footprints which can be used for precise identification in situations like an abduction, lost baby or natural disaster.
The Newborn Safety System — which uses LiveScan Technology — has garnered the attention and praise from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and has been included as a recommendation for hospitals in its most recent Infant Security Guidelines.
The System is entirely safe for use on babies and provides outstanding footprint quality. The digital foot prints and security photo can be stored efficiently in the newborn’s electronic medical record. And, much like finger prints, foot prints are a biometric, unique to each baby, so they can be used for identification throughout a lifetime.
Each new parent receives an attractive certificate of her newborn’s footprint during their stay. When they return home, they can visit www.firstfootprint.com to enhance the certificate with colors, different fonts and borders. They can also download a digital copy of their baby’s footprint.
Urogynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, & Breast Surgery
Alaina T Bennett
MD, MS, FACOG
Urogynecology
Ashley Anderton
PA
Urogynecology
Katherine (Katie) Hammonds
PA-C
Urogynecology
Justin Bottsford-Miller
MD, MS
Gynecologic Oncology
and Endometriosis
Jennifer Vollmer
PA-C
Gynecologic Oncology
Nabil Habash
MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Shauna Werth Kronfuss
MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Theodore Nagel
MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Thomas Nagel
MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Olivia Franklin
FNP
Breast Surgical Oncology
Kirsten A Drake
PA
OB/GYN & Breast
Surgical Oncology
Urogynecology
Urogynecology, also known as female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, focuses on a variety of health conditions including urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, overactive bladder and other voiding dysfunction, as well as anatomic injuries and pelvic mesh complications.
Dr. Alaina Bennett is the first board certified urogynecologist in western Montana. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical management of urogynecologic issues. As the only female urogynecologist in the state of Montana, Dr. Bennett and her team understand the importance of making women comfortable, listening closely to their concerns and offering a safe and supportive in-office environment. The team offers both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology is a subspecialty field of OB/GYN that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the female reproductive system as well as complex benign conditions like endometriosis. Dr. Justin Bottsford-Miller is board certified in OB/GYN and gynecologic oncology and provides both medical and surgical treatments. Our Gynecologic Oncology team collaborates closely with Bozeman Health Cancer Center to provide comprehensive cancer treatment and support.
Conditions Treated
- Cervical Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic Masses
- Genetic changes pre-disposing patients to cancer
Treatment Options
- Minimally invasive surgery, including robotics surgery
- Surgical debulking of cancer masses
- Colposcopy, cone biopsy and LEEP
- Laser treatment
- Radiation treatment
- Immunotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Active symptom management
- Mutation-targeted treatment
- Hormone-targeted treatment
- Clinical trials
- Fertility-Preserving Ttreatments
Empowering Women Against Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, causing chronic pelvic pain, irregular bleeding, and fertility challenges. At Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists, we understand the impact this condition can have on your life. That’s why we offer advanced treatments, including robotic-assisted surgery, to provide you with the best possible care and outcomes. When you call in for an appointment, our expert gynecologic oncology nurse navigation team can discuss your medical history so that they can best advise you on the next steps of your treatment. In some cases, Dr. Bottsford-Miller works closely with his colleagues at Women’s Specialists to co-manage medical therapies.
If surgery is the best option, Dr. Bottsford-Miller utilizes state-of-the-art technologies for safe treatment of endometriosis. Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive approach that offers several benefits over traditional surgery. Our team is dedicated to providing you with personalized care and support throughout your treatment journey. If you’re living with endometriosis, we’re here to help you take control of your health and well-being.
With cancer, access to the latest treatment options is very important, as is being close to family and friends while receiving treatment. We provide compassionate cancer care with advanced technology and treatment options right here at home, in a peaceful, healing environment.
Diagnostics and Treatment
We promote a team approach to oncology care. Your cancer center care team also participates in care conferences to collaborate with other clinical experts from surgery, pathology, radiation oncology, clinical trials, and other specialists and staff directly involved with your care to review and discuss the medical conditions, and plan the best treatment options for you. This partnership improves communication and provides a multidisciplinary approach to your care. We have the latest diagnostic technology available, such as the most recent mammography equipment, CT scanners and radiation therapy technology. Our expert cancer team also includes surgeons, radiologists, urologists, OB-GYNs, gastroenterologists, palliative care physicians and pathologists working together to diagnose and treat cancer wherever it strikes. Cancer treatment can be as unique as each individual. Our team works with you and your diagnosis to choose the best treatment and support services for your needs.
Our cancer care services include:
- Radiation oncology
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Oral chemotherapy
- Navigational bronchoscopy
- Access to clinical trials
- General oncologic and robotic-assisted surgery
- Clinical patient navigators
- Oncology social workers
- Integrated medicine and support services, including wound clinic and nutrition
- Care Boutique offering products specifically for cancer patients and survivors
- Cancer rehabilitation services
- Access to palliative care
- Access to end-of-life care
- Free mammograms for women who are under-insured or without insurance using digital mammography
Bozeman Health Robotics Program
Bozeman Health has access to the da Vinci® Surgical System in our operating rooms making surgical procedures less invasive and facilitating faster recovery times. Robotic surgery represents a significant advancement from traditional open surgery and conventional laparoscopy.
Currently, the da Vinci® Surgical System is being used by our general surgeons, urologists, gynecologists, and obstetricians.
Breast Surgery
(Bozeman Health is the only location in Montana providing the services below)
Dr. Shauna Werth Kronfuss is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and fellowship trained in breast oncology surgery. She is one of two physicians in Montana with this specialized training. She provides surgical treatment for patients with breast cancer and other non-cancerous breast conditions. Dr. Werth Kronfuss works closely with the breast team in Advanced Medical Imaging as well as the Bozeman Health Cancer Center, helping patients navigate breast cancer treatment.
In the Fall of 2023, Dr. Werth Kronfuss recruited highly specialized microvascular reconstructive plastic surgeons from Texas, Dr. Ted Nagel and Dr. Nabil Habash, to perform autologous free flap breast reconstruction surgery at Bozeman Health. This surgery utilizes a patient’s own skin and subcutaneous tissue from the abdomen, thigh or buttocks area to build new breasts after a mastectomy. This is a newer and more natural alternative to implant-based reconstruction, which is also available at Deaconess. We are the first and only hospital in Montana that offers free flap breast reconstruction. This is a tremendous benefit to the community because patients able to receive care that used to require out of state travel, close to home!
Reconstruction Options:
Bozeman Health has partnered with highly specialized microvascular reconstructive plastic surgeons from Texas, Dr. Ted Nagel and Dr. Nabil Habash, to perform autologous free flap breast reconstruction surgery at Bozeman Health. This surgery utilizes a patient’s own skin and subcutaneous tissue from the abdomen, thigh or buttocks area to build new breasts after a mastectomy.
This is a newer and more natural alternative to implant-based reconstruction, which is also available at Deaconess. We are the first and only hospital in Montana that offers free flap breast reconstruction. This is a tremendous benefit to the community because patients able to receive care that used to require out of state travel, close to home!
In order to preserve as much healthy breast tissue as possible, a lumpectomy involves removing the tumor along with some surrounding tissue.
What to anticipate from Bozeman Health:
- Consultations before to surgery: Talking through your options with a group of medical professionals, such as oncologists and surgeons
- Surgical expertise:The technique is carried out by knowledgeable surgeons who prioritize the comfort and safety of their patients.
- Follow-Up Care: Assistance following surgery to track healing and address any side effects.
- Support Services: Availability of tools including dietary advice, support networks, and learning materials.
A Mastectomy is the surgical removal of one or both breasts, usually for the purpose of treating or preventing breast cancer.
Here are some basic expectations for mastectomies at Bozeman Health:
- Consultation: A multidisciplinary team meets with patients to go over treatment choices and choose the best course of action based on their unique requirements.
- Surgical Care: Skilled physicians execute the process with a focus on the security and well-being of the patient.
- Reconstructive alternatives: Following a mastectomy, those who would like to learn more about their alternatives can do so by obtaining information about breast reconstruction.
- Support Services: Having access to resources for emotional health and rehabilitation, counseling, and support groups.
(Photo: Susan Freund (left), member of Gallatin Quilt Guild, and Katelyn Armstrong, Bozeman Health Cancer Center social worker, unload a car filled with mastectomy pillows, a donation from the guild to Bozeman Health Foundation in support of patients healing after a mastectomy)
Routine Gynecologic Care
Childbirth & NICU
Colleen Killian
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Jami L Chisdak
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Kristie L Bodnar
MD
OB Hospitalist
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Linda K Waring
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Marcia Voigt
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Marilee M Simons
MD
OB Hospitalist
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Melissa A Wolf
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Renee A Frederickson
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shaun J Gillis
MD
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shaina H Long
DO
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Anna C. McCracken
CNP
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Hailey Milligan
DNP
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Paige L Crum
APRN, FNPC
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Kirsten A Drake
PA
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Kevin Saiki
MD
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Kelsey Ogilvie
PA-C
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Alicia Fletcher
CNM, ARNP, RN
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Amanda Rizner
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Hillary Elder
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Shannyn Dewey
CNM
Obstetrics
and Gynecology
Schedule Appointment
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care
You can rely on us for comprehensive pregnancy support when you need it. Our services include:
- Caring and informed discussions with your OB-GYN regarding difficulty to conceive
- Identification of factors that may put your pregnancy in a high-risk category such as age or underlying health concerns
- Family Birth Center tour
- Childbirth education class
- Prenatal breastfeeding education
Prenatal Education
Before a mom-to-be is admitted to the Family Birth Center, she has many decisions to make. We ensure you are aware of your choices, help you with making those decisions and work hard to fulfill your wishes. We offer tours, education, breastfeeding courses, and sibling classes. Prospective parent tours, visiting our birthing and postpartum rooms with customized beds and other comforts, are offered every month.
A childbirth course is taught by experienced nurses, covering prenatal health and the challenges of pregnancy, caring for a newborn, and everything in between. Prenatal breastfeeding classes taught by certified lactation counselors include tips and techniques for successfully feeding your newborn. A new baby also means life changes for older siblings, so we offer classes for expectant brothers and sisters, which cover what they can expect and how they can help.
Setting up Prenatal Care
- Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists 406-414-5150
Visit the Family Birth Center Health Education and events page to review and sign up for the classes we offer, including childbirth and prenatal breastfeeding classes, tours, and other family classes. Or call 406-414-5578 for more information.
Choosing a Provider for Your Baby
During your hospital stay your newborn will be looked after by the hospital’s on-call pediatrician. After your discharge from the hospital, you will need to make an appointment with a pediatrician or provider of your choice for follow-up care for your baby. Our Bozeman Health Pediatrics team would be happy to talk with you about your needs. Meet our pediatricians here.
Labor & Delivery
Our approach to your care is family-centered, considering the needs of every family member while focusing on mother and baby. We want to help you and your loved ones celebrate this new addition to your family with comfort and confidence. Our eight private birth suites provide a soothing environment, are fully equipped with comfortable birthing beds and other technology to help with delivery, feature entertainment systems, and several have spa tubs.
More than a dozen board-certified OB-GYN physicians and certified nurse midwives, along with several family medicine physicians and over 100 nurses, assist in the birth of babies at Bozeman Health Family Birth Center. Many of our nurses have completed specialized education and achieved national certification in their fields. We offer personal, intimate care for expectant and new mothers, as well as for babies born needing specialized care, and for healthy babies.
The Family Birth Center staff offer stress-reducing options such as a whirlpool spa, aromatherapy and a variety of ways to help control pain. We provide wireless fetal vital sign monitoring so you are not confined to bed. We provide care from experienced, understanding nurses who remain with you through delivery.
- Six comfortable and high-tech birthing rooms
- Surgical suites within the Family Birth Center dedicated to labor and delivery for cesarean births
- Jacuzzi tubs
- Nitrous oxide
- Lactation support: (406) 414-2474
- Breastfeeding pod locations
- Nursery: (406) 414-2440
Our nurses will guide you to find positions that get your baby into the right position, offer breathing techniques to stay focused, and suggest alternative comfort measures like massage. Round-the-clock anesthesia coverage is available in the event that pain medication is desired.
Access to the OB ED in the Family Birth Center after hours is through the main Emergency Department entrance. Pregnant women under 20 weeks gestation and those with non-obstetrical concerns, such as a fracture or laceration, will be cared for in the main emergency department. Pregnant patients at or beyond 20 weeks along in their pregnancy or postpartum, with a primary obstetrical acute concern, will be directed to the OB ED.
Diagnostic & Treatment
Some of what we offer includes:
- Ultrasound to check fetal well-being, amount of amniotic fluid, head position/placement, and more.
- Vitamin K is given at delivery to help prevent bleeding in the newborn.
- Parents can choose to start hepatitis immunization series on their newborn.
- Telemedicine consultation with heart-lung specialists when needed.
- Hearing screening and audiology referral if necessary.
Planning Your Pregnancy | Setting up Prenatal Care
- Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists (406) 414-5150
Visit the Family Birth Center Health Education and events page to review and sign up for the classes we offer, including childbirth and prenatal breastfeeding classes, tours, and other family classes. Or call (406) 414-5578 for more information.
Choosing a Provider for Your Baby
During your hospital stay your newborn will be looked after by the hospital’s on-call pediatrician. After your discharge from the hospital, you will need to make an appointment with a pediatrician or provider of your choice for follow-up care for your baby. Our Bozeman Health Pediatrics team would be happy to talk with you about your needs. Meet our pediatricians here.
Prenatal Education
Before a mom-to-be is admitted to the Family Birth Center, she has many decisions to make. We ensure you are aware of your choices, help you with making those decisions and work hard to fulfill your wishes. We offer tours, education, breastfeeding courses, and sibling classes.
Prospective parent tours, visiting our birthing and postpartum rooms with customized beds and other comforts, are offered every month. A childbirth course is taught by experienced nurses, covering prenatal health and the challenges of pregnancy, caring for a newborn, and everything in between.
Prenatal breastfeeding classes taught by certified lactation counselors share tips and techniques for successfully feeding your newborn. A new baby also means life changes for older siblings, so we offer classes for expectant brothers and sisters, which cover what they can expect and how they can help.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Assist in the co-management of at-risk pregnancies.
- Keep more families closer to home for the duration of the pregnancy.
- Contribute to improving overall outcomes for families and their babies, including reduced premature deliveries and complications from maternal disease, along with improved with diagnostic accuracy of fetal abnormalities.
Midwife-Led Birth
- Obstetrical care
- Preconception care
- Labor and breastfeeding support
- Complete well-woman exams that emphasize education and healthy lifestyle
- Contraception and routine gynecologic care
- Postpartum depression counseling and support
Postpartum Care
- Massage
- Newborn care support
- Lactation consultants and breastfeeding support after you go home
- Bozeman Health Newborn Feeding Support Services (406) 414-5578
- Postpartum Support International
- The Period of Purple Crying (Colic)
- Roots Family Collaborative
Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
Overview of NICU Services
We’re proud to welcome you to Southwest Montana’s first Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital.
- Level II, caring for babies at 32 weeks gestation or above and 1500gm and above, premature and term newborns
- 10 beds, four private rooms, seven bed intermediate care, with comfortable pull-out chairs for parents in each room or pod area
- 24/7 neonatologist availability
- 24/7 in-house coverage of unit and delivery room by NNP or NICU hospitalist
- Advanced technology including infant monitoring and isolettes
- Total parenteral nutrition
- Bubble CPAP and neonatal ventilation
- Donor human milk
- Prenatal consults
- Maternal-fetal medicine specialist
- Palliative care
- Family-Centered Care
- Visitation policy allowing parents to visit at any time
- Interdisciplinary rounds encouraging parents to be present
- Private and semi-private rooms
- Parent hospitality suite
- NICU family care conference room
Safe Sleep
Educational Resources
Planning Your Pregnancy
Setting up Prenatal Care
Visit the Family Birth Center Health Education and events page to review and sign up for the classes we offer, including childbirth and prenatal breastfeeding classes, tours, and other family classes – or call (406) 414-5578 for more information.
Choosing a Provider for Your Baby
During your hospital stay your newborn will be looked after by the hospital’s pediatrician-on-call. After your discharge from the hospital, you will need to make an appointment with a pediatrician or provider of your choice for follow-up care for your baby. Please try to choose your child’s provider prior to your delivery date if you do not plan to continue seeking care through Bozeman Health Family Pediatrics (406) 414-4900.
Pre-Natal Education
Before a mom-to-be is admitted to the Family Birth Center, she has many decisions to make. We ensure you are aware of your choices, help you with making those decisions, and work hard to fulfill your wishes. We offer tours, educations, breast feeding courses and sibling classes.
Prospective parent tours, visiting our birthing and postpartum rooms with customized beds and other comforts, are offered every month. A childbirth course is taught by experienced nurses, covering prenatal health and the challenges of pregnancy, caring for a newborn, and everything in between.
Prenatal breastfeeding classes taught by certified lactation counselors share tips and techniques for successfully feeding your newborn. A new baby also means life changes for older siblings, so we offer classes for expectant brothers and sisters, which cover what they can expect and how they can help.
Planning for Your Delivery
- Bozeman Health Family Birth Center (406) 414-1009
- Bozeman Fire Department Car Seat Evaluation (406) 582-2350
- Campus Map (PDF)
- Beautiful Labor- Baby Steps (PDF)
- (English) Packing for the hospital (PDF)
- (Spanish) Packing for the hospital (PDF)
Information During Your Stay
- Nitrous Oxide Information Handout (PDF – English)
- Nitrous Oxide Information Handout (PDF – Spanish)
- Montana Newborn Screenings (State of Montana Information Page)
- Photographer (Bella Baby Photography)
- Hepatitis B (CDC Hepatitis B Information)
Breastfeeding Pod Locations
Bump2Baby360 App
Bozeman Health offers anytime, anywhere parent education powered by Bump2Baby360TM, an education program designed to give you convenient access to valuable information. It includes the tools and support you need at every stage.
Bump2Baby360TM gives you access to:
• Evidence-based information on prenatal care, labor & birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, and newborn care including lots of videos
• Information specific to your arrival and stay at Bozeman Health
• List of available classes and support groups
• Kick counter, contraction timer, personal journal, feeding log, immunization log, and other tools
This education powered by Bump2Baby360TM is available on any device with an internet connection and also as a mobile app called Bump2Baby360TM.
Women’s Cancer Care
Justin Bottsford-Miller
MD, MS
Gynecologic Oncology
and Endometriosis
Shauna Werth Kronfuss
MD
Breast Surgical Oncology
Olivia Franklin
FNP
Breast Surgical Oncology
Jennifer Vollmer
PA-C
Gynecologic Oncology
Kirsten A Drake
PA
OB/GYN & Breast
Surgical Oncology
Overview
With Cancer, access to the latest treatment options is very important, as is being close to family and friends while receiving treatment. We provide compassionate cancer care with advanced technology and treatment options right here at home, in a peaceful, healing environment.
Cancer treatment can be as unique as each individual. Our team works with you and your diagnosis to choose the best treatment and support services for your needs.
Our cancer care services include:
- Radiation oncology
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Oral chemotherapy
- Navigational bronchoscopy
- Access to clinical trials
- General oncologic and robotic-assisted surgery
- Clinical patient navigators
- Oncology social workers
- Integrated medicine and support services, including wound clinic and nutrition
- Care Boutique offering products specifically for cancer patients and survivors
- Cancer rehabilitation services
- Access to palliative care
- Access to end-of-life care
- Free Mammograms for women who are under-insured or without insurance using digital mammography.
See Breast Imaging & Diagnostics section above.
Breast Imaging & Diagnostics
Various programs focused on early intervention and prevention of breast cancer.
These initiatives typically include:
- Screening Services:Regular mammograms and clinical breast exams to detect cancer early.
- Genetic Counseling:Assessing family history and potential genetic risks for breast cancer.
- Educational Resources:Providing information on risk factors, lifestyle changes, and self-examination techniques.
- Support Groups:Connecting individuals with community support to share experiences and coping strategies.
Screening Saves Lives from Breast Cancer
Contributions to the Bozeman Health Foundation Mammogram Project Fund provide no-fee mammogram and diagnostic services to women in-need in our local community. Women face many barriers to accessing mammograms and the follow-up diagnostic services they need including lack of insurance coverage for services, many cannot afford the cost of screening or a diagnostic test so delay care, or they don’t qualify for government programs or require a service not covered.
Philanthropy plays a vital role in helping women overcome these barriers to receiving the life-saving care they need.
Since launching in 1997, the Mammography Project Fund has supported hundreds of women in our community with access to mammograms and diagnostic services.
Nearly 1,000 women in Montana will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society. Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and is the second leading cause of cancer death in American women, runner up to lung cancer. However, in recent years the rate has decreased – a decline believed to be the result of increased awareness, improved treatment options, and notably and equally important: early detection.
Help Support Women in Need
Together we can improve health and well-being for women in our local community. Bozeman Health Foundation works to ensure that life-saving breast cancer screening and diagnostic serves are available to every woman in our region who needs it, regardless of income and insurance status.
The Foundation partners with Advanced Medical Imaging, Bozeman Health Cancer Center and the Bozeman Health Community Benefit program, to ensure vouchers and resources are available to women every step of the way, especially if cancer is detected.
Please join our efforts today and help us help women in our southwest Montana communities for years to come. Your gift to the Mammogram Project will make early detection possible for women in-need.
The Bozeman Health Mammogram Project gives women an opportunity to receive a free or low-cost mammogram at Bozeman Health. It is our goal to make this lifesaving detection procedure available to all women, regardless of their income or health insurance status.
You may be eligible for the program even if you have health insurance.
If a Mammogram, MRI or Ultrasound reveals the presence of a mass or suspicious breast tissue, a biopsy may be performed to determine whether or not cancer is present. Taking these tissue samples using modern procedures involves using detailed image guidance to precisely locate the target tissue and accurately guide the biopsy instruments, which is much less invasive than open surgical biopsies performed in the past.
Several biopsy methods are available: stereotactic breast biopsies, ultrasound-guided breast biopsies and MRI-guided breast biopsies. In all of the procedures, tissue samples are extracted through a hollow needle, sometimes with a vacuum-assisted device, rather than through a surgical incision.
Our Partners
Bozeman Health Cancer Center partners with NCI designated cancer centers across our region, from Huntsman Cancer Institute, to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, University of Washington Medicine and Seattle Children’s. We endeavor to continually improve our cancer services and bring new care options to patients at Bozeman Health. We deeply believe that finding the right health care partners could help us optimize and expand our capabilities in thoughtful ways while providing an extra level of convenience and comfort for the vast communities we serve.
Bozeman Health Cancer Center is a network member of the Montana Cancer Consortium, which brings the resources of internationally renowned institutions to our community.
Collaboration with the Cancer Center
We promote a team approach to oncology care. Your cancer center care team also participates in care conferences to collaborate with other clinical experts from surgery, pathology, radiation oncology, clinical trials, and other specialists and staff directly involved with your care to review and discuss the medical conditions, and plan the best treatment options for you. This partnership improves communication and provides a multidisciplinary approach to your care.
We have the latest diagnostic technology available, such as the most recent mammography equipment, CT scanners and radiation therapy technology. Our expert cancer team also includes surgeons, radiologists, urologists, OB-GYNs, gastroenterologists, palliative care physicians and pathologists working together to diagnose and treat cancer wherever it strikes.
AMI provides comprehensive imaging services to patients from all walks of life. We are patient-focused and purpose-driven — a team of caring specialists committed to helping you see your health clearly. From X-ray and MRI to ultrasound and more, we offer the answers you need and the attention you deserve.
We have two locations – Main Campus, located in Bozeman Deaconess, and Cottonwood, at the corner of Huffine and Cottonwood.
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Genetic Counseling
Specialized services for individuals identified as high risk for breast cancer.
These services typically include:
- Risk Assessment: Comprehensive evaluations to determine individual risk factors, including family history and genetic predispositions.
- Screening Recommendations: Tailored screening plans that may involve earlier or more frequent mammograms, MRI screenings, and clinical exams.
- Genetic Testing: Offering tests for hereditary breast cancer genes (such as BRCA1 and BRCA2) to help inform prevention strategies.
- Preventive Measures: Discussions around lifestyle modifications, medications (like tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors), and surgical options for those at very high risk.
- Support Services: Access to counseling and support groups to assist individuals in managing their health and emotional well-being.
A sentinel node biopsy is typically obtained with both lumpectomies and mastectomies. This biopsy is used to see whether cancer cells have spread to the lymph nodes. In sentinel node biopsy, a tracer material helps the surgeon find the first few lymph nodes to which cancer may spread. Typically, one to three lymph nodes are removed for further testing.
Following this portion of breast surgery, Bozeman Health offers support services including rehabilitation services from our lymphedema specialist for women following lymph removal. Treatments include specialized massage, compression garments and exercise programs.
Various programs focused on early intervention and prevention of breast cancer.
These initiatives typically include:
- Screening Services: Regular mammograms and clinical breast exams to detect cancer early.
- Genetic Counseling: Assessing family history and potential genetic risks for breast cancer.
- Educational Resources: Providing information on risk factors, lifestyle changes, and self-examination techniques.
- Support Groups: Connecting individuals with community support to share experiences and coping strategies.
Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology is a subspecialty field of OB/GYN that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the female reproductive system as well as complex benign conditions like endometriosis. Dr. Justin Bottsford-Miller is board certified in OB/GYN and gynecologic oncology and provides both medical and surgical treatments. Our Gynecologic Oncology team collaborates closely with Bozeman Health Cancer Center to provide comprehensive cancer treatment and support.
Benefits to our patients may include:
- Smaller Incisions
- Shorter Recovery Time
- Less Pain and Scarring
- Faster Return to Regular Activities
- Having the da Vinci® Surgical System at Bozeman Health enables our community to receive top-quality care right here in the Gallatin Valley.
Conditions Treated
- Cervical Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic Masses
- Genetic changes pre-disposing patients to cancer
Treatment Options
- Minimally invasive surgery, including robotics surgery
- Surgical debulking of cancer masses
- Colposcopy, cone biopsy and LEEP
- Laser treatment
- Radiation treatment
- Immunotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Active symptom management
- Mutation-targeted treatment
- Hormone-targeted treatment
- Clinical trials
- Fertility-Preserving Treatments
Empowering Women Against Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide, causing chronic pelvic pain, irregular bleeding, and fertility challenges. At Bozeman Health Women’s Specialists, we understand the impact this condition can have on your life. That’s why we offer advanced treatments, including robotic-assisted surgery, to provide you with the best possible care and outcomes. When you call in for an appointment, our expert OB-GYN doctors, physicians assistants and nursing team can discuss your medical history so that they can best advise you on the next steps of your treatment. In some cases, Dr. Bottsford-Miller, board certified gynecologic oncologist, works closely with his colleagues at Women’s Specialists to co-manage medical therapies with help from our gynecologic oncology nurse navigation team.
If surgery is the best option, Dr. Bottsford-Miller utilizes state-of-the-art technologies for safe treatment of endometriosis. Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive approach that offers several benefits over traditional surgery. Our team is dedicated to providing you with personalized care and support throughout your treatment journey. If you’re living with endometriosis, we’re here to help you take control of your health and well-being.
With cancer, access to the latest treatment options is very important, as is being close to family and friends while receiving treatment. We provide compassionate cancer care with advanced technology and treatment options right here at home, in a peaceful, healing environment.
Diagnostics and Treatment
We promote a team approach to oncology care. Your cancer center care team also participates in care conferences to collaborate with other clinical experts from surgery, pathology, radiation oncology, clinical trials, and other specialists and staff directly involved with your care to review and discuss the medical conditions, and plan the best treatment options for you. This partnership improves communication and provides a multidisciplinary approach to your care. We have the latest diagnostic technology available, such as the most recent mammography equipment, CT scanners and radiation therapy technology. Our expert cancer team also includes surgeons, radiologists, urologists, OB-GYNs, gastroenterologists, palliative care physicians and pathologists working together to diagnose and treat cancer wherever it strikes. Cancer treatment can be as unique as each individual. Our team works with you and your diagnosis to choose the best treatment and support services for your needs.
Our cancer care services include:
- Radiation oncology
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Oral chemotherapy
- Navigational bronchoscopy
- Access to clinical trials
- General oncologic and robotic-assisted surgery
- Clinical patient navigators
- Oncology social workers
- Integrated medicine and support services, including wound clinic and nutrition
- Care Boutique offering products specifically for cancer patients and survivors
- Cancer rehabilitation services
- Access to palliative care
- Access to end-of-life care
- Free mammograms for women who are under-insured or without insurance using digital mammography
Bozeman Health Robotics Program
Bozeman Health has access to the da Vinci® Surgical System in our operating rooms making surgical procedures less invasive and facilitating faster recovery times. Robotic surgery represents a significant advancement from traditional open surgery and conventional laparoscopy.
Currently, the da Vinci® Surgical System is being used by our general surgeons, urologists, gynecologists, and obstetricians.
Survivorship & Support
Mental health counseling services are available for individuals diagnosed with breast and gynecologic cancer and their families. These services typically focus on addressing the emotional and psychological challenges that can arise during treatment and recovery.
Key components may include:
- Individual Counseling: One-on-one therapy to help patients cope with anxiety, depression, and the emotional impact of a breast cancer diagnosis.
- Support Groups: Group therapy sessions where individuals can share experiences, gain support, and connect with others facing similar challenges.
- Coping Strategies: Techniques to manage stress, improve emotional well-being, and navigate the complexities of treatment and recovery.
- Family Support: Counseling services that include family members to help them understand and support their loved ones through the process.
- Resource Referrals: Connecting patients with additional resources, such as nutritional counseling, financial guidance, and community support services.
PNKBZN seeks to enhance local awareness of the importance of following screening guidelines for breast care, how to access screenings and diagnostic screenings and other resources, increase the community conversation around cancer awareness, and provide inspirational stories of men and women in our community who are living with breast cancer.
Support The Mammogram Project
Mammograms can help reduce breast cancer related deaths by detecting breast cancer early. Current health guidelines recommend that yearly mammography screening begin at age 45, or earlier if there is a history of breast cancer in the family. The Mammogram Project seeks to make lifesaving mammogram screening services available to all. Our goal is to increase access to lifesaving detection procedure available to all, regardless of income or insurance status. You may be eligible for the program even if you have health insurance. Visit Mammogram Project here.
Women’s Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
Our therapists focus on treating conditions that primarily tend to affect women, using wide-ranging clinical experience and extensive manual skills. Musculoskeletal disorders, pelvic and low back pain, incontinence, post-mastectomy, osteoporosis, pre- and postpartum pelvic disorders, and pregnancy-related issues including back, neck, hip and pubic bone pain, sciatica, leg cramps and foot pain are just a few of the issues that can affect a woman’s life.
Issues covered include:
Incontinence
Loss of bladder control or bowel movements directly related to muscle control and strength of the pelvic floor which may occur with pregnancy or postpartum
Pelvic Pain
Which may be caused by pelvic floor weakness and related hip dysfunctions and are easily treated by physical therapy
Osteoporosis
Offering strength and flexibility instruction with a goal of improved posture, spinal stability, and increased bone density through exercise
Postpartum Care
Includes relief of repetitive stress injuries, rib pain, rectus diastasis (separation of stomach muscles), carpal tunnel syndromes, shoulder impediment, and pain caused by breastfeeding postures
Pregnancy Issues
Including back, neck, hip and pubic bone pain, as well as sciatica, rectus diastasis (separation of stomach muscles), leg cramps, foot pain, and tingling in the arms and legs, with our physical therapists assessing and treating much of the pain and discomfort associated with pregnancy
Physical therapy can benefit patients with functional limitations caused by pregnancy, childbirth or menopause by reducing pain and improving function through evaluation, hands-on treatment, exercise and patient education.
Women’s Free Screenings
All women can partake of the free health screenings and information services available through Bozeman Health, and those who are uninsured or underinsured are especially encouraged to participate.
- Bozeman HealthCare Connections mobile health screening vehicle: breast and colon cancer, bone density (to determine risk for osteoporosis), heart disease, stroke, diabetes and obesity, along with free immunizations against flu, tetanus, whooping cough and pneumonia, and health and nutrition education.
- General health screenings are also available at several health fairs held throughout the community at various times of the year; check our events calendar for specific locations and dates.
- Numerous classes, support groups and forums on specific women’s health issues are offered all year through Bozeman Health Resource Center.
