The Gynecologist

The Gynecologist is another jarring example from the Van Psycho Period. In this piece we find ourselves viewing the doctor from between the legs of the subject, in an attempt to place the viewer in the same jeopardy. The colors are loud, harsh and grating, working the subconscious of the viewer, creating discomfort and distaste. An image intended to shock and disturb, to make the viewer think.
The Gynecologist by Amy E. Fraser
The Gynecologist was the last thing she saw before it all went dark.
This is a painting illustrating a young woman's fear during a laparoscopic surgery. A laparoscopy is a conservative, same day surgery. The surgeon uses a knife, heat, or a laser to remove as much of the endometrial tissue as possible from the organs (such as the ovaries, bladder, fallopian tubes, and rectum) but preserves the reproductive organs.
At the time of this painting's creation little was known about Endometriosis. It was an extremely frightening concept for a young woman in her twenties to deal with.
Much has changed since then thanks to amazing organizations like the Endometriosis Research Center. In addition to providing support and awareness, the ERC also honors "young people with Endometriosis ages 25 and under through our "Girl Talk" Program, a specific support and education program tailored to meet the needs of young women and adolescents who have, or think they may have, the disease. In addition to providing patient advocacy and education, Girl Talk raises awareness about endometriosis in adolescents and strives to improve patient care among practitioners offering healthcare services to young women." To learn more about Endometriosis and how you can help, please go to: www.endocenter.org
Acrylic on Canvas by Amy E. Fraser (1992-97). All images copyright Amy E. Fraser. All rights reserved.

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