Dr. Oletha R. Minto

Name: Dr. Oletha R. Minto

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology, General Obstetrics & Gynecology

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Affiliation(s): Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Wellstar Medical College of Georgia – Augusta

Location (City/State): Aiken, South Carolina

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1851319297

About the Doctor

Dr. Oletha R. Minto is a highly experienced and academically distinguished obstetrician-gynecologist based in Aiken, South Carolina, with over 20 years of clinical practice in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s reproductive health care. She earned her medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, one of the world’s most prestigious and highly ranked medical institutions, providing her with an exceptional academic foundation for her clinical career. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Wellspan Health/York Hospital from 1998 to 2002, receiving comprehensive training in the full spectrum of obstetric and gynecological care. Dr. Minto currently practices at Aiken Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates, PA, located at 900 Trail Ridge Rd, Suite 300, Aiken, South Carolina, and is affiliated with two hospitals — Aiken Regional Medical Centers in Aiken, SC and Wellstar Medical College of Georgia – Augusta in Augusta, GA — providing her patients with access to quality women’s health care across the South Carolina and Georgia region. She holds active medical licenses in South Carolina and Georgia through 2027 and accepts insurance plans including Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Elevance, and AmeriHealth Caritas. Dr. Minto has demonstrated high treatment volumes compared to the South Carolina state average in menopause management, and is particularly recognized for her expertise in hysterectomy. She has received a very positive 4 out of 5 overall patient experience rating based on 74 reviews and has received awards, honors, and recognitions in addition to published medical works throughout her career. Telehealth services may be available — patients are encouraged to contact her office for further information. She is currently accepting new patients.

• Over 20 years of experience in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s reproductive health
• MD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, one of the world’s most prestigious medical schools
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Wellspan Health/York Hospital (1998 to 2002)
• Expert in hysterectomy and high treatment volume in menopause management
• Affiliated with Aiken Regional Medical Centers and Wellstar Medical College of Georgia – Augusta
• Published medical author with awards and professional recognitions
• Active medical licenses in South Carolina and Georgia through 2027
• Accepts Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Elevance, and AmeriHealth Caritas
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School – MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
• Residency – Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wellspan Health/York Hospital (1998 to 2002)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – Not listed in available source data

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Minto diagnoses and treats a comprehensive range of obstetric, gynecological, and women’s reproductive health conditions across all stages of a woman’s life.

• Menopause and perimenopausal symptoms
• Uterine fibroids and polyps
• Endometriosis and pelvic pain
• Abnormal uterine bleeding and menstrual disorders
• Ovarian cysts and adnexal conditions
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
• Pregnancy and prenatal care conditions
• Postpartum health concerns
• Cervical dysplasia and abnormal Pap smear findings
• Sexually transmitted infections and pelvic inflammatory disease
• Urinary incontinence and pelvic floor disorders
• Contraception and family planning needs
• Infertility and reproductive health concerns
• Gynecological cancers including cervical, uterine, and ovarian

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Minto is trained and experienced in a comprehensive range of obstetric and gynecological procedures spanning both medical management and surgical intervention.

• Hysterectomy (total, partial, and minimally invasive)
• Prenatal and antenatal care and monitoring
• Labor and delivery management
• Cesarean section
• Pap smear and cervical cancer screening
• Colposcopy and cervical biopsy
• Endometrial biopsy
• IUD placement and removal
• Tubal ligation and sterilization
• Menopause management and hormone therapy
• Minimally invasive gynecological surgery
• Ovarian cyst evaluation and surgical management
• Pelvic floor disorder evaluation and treatment
• Contraception counselling and family planning procedures
• Gynecological consultations and second opinions

Services Offered

Dr. Oletha R. Minto offers a comprehensive and experienced range of obstetric and gynecological services at Aiken Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates, PA in Aiken, South Carolina, providing women across the Aiken and Augusta region with expert, compassionate, and individualized reproductive health care throughout every stage of their lives. Her training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, one of the world’s most distinguished medical institutions, combined with over two decades of clinical experience, makes her one of the most academically credentialed OB-GYNs serving the South Carolina and Georgia border region.

Her obstetric services provide comprehensive care for pregnant women from preconception counselling through prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum recovery. Dr. Minto provides thorough antenatal monitoring, high-risk pregnancy evaluation, and individualized birth planning to ensure the safety and well-being of both mother and baby throughout the pregnancy journey. She performs cesarean sections and manages a wide range of pregnancy-related complications with expertise and experience.

Her gynecological surgery services are a key strength of her practice, with hysterectomy being one of her recognized areas of procedural expertise. Dr. Minto performs hysterectomy procedures for women with uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, and other conditions requiring uterine surgery, using both minimally invasive and open surgical approaches tailored to each patient’s individual anatomy and clinical needs.

Her menopause management services are particularly notable, with high treatment volumes compared to the South Carolina state average reflecting her extensive experience helping women navigate the physical and hormonal changes associated with menopause and perimenopause. Dr. Minto provides individualized menopause care plans that may include hormone replacement therapy, lifestyle modification, and non-hormonal treatment options, helping patients manage symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and genitourinary concerns.

Her preventive and routine gynecological care services include annual well-woman exams, Pap smears, colposcopy and cervical biopsy for abnormal results, sexually transmitted infection screening, contraception counselling, and IUD placement, ensuring that women of all ages receive the comprehensive preventive care they need to maintain optimal reproductive health.

• Prenatal and antenatal care and monitoring
• Labor and delivery management
• Cesarean section
• Hysterectomy (minimally invasive and open)
• Menopause and perimenopause management
• Annual well-woman examinations and Pap smears
• Colposcopy and cervical biopsy
• Endometrial biopsy and uterine evaluation
• IUD placement and removal
• Contraception counselling and family planning
• Tubal ligation and sterilization
• Ovarian cyst evaluation and surgical management
• Pelvic floor disorder evaluation and treatment
• Endometriosis and pelvic pain management
• Gynecological consultations and second opinions
• Telehealth consultations (contact office for availability)

Accepted Insurances

• AmeriHealth Caritas – Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – HMO, POS, PPO
• BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina – PPO
• Cigna – PPO
• Elevance – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Humana – Medicare, PPO

Patients are advised to contact Dr. Minto’s office directly at (803) 649-7535 to confirm current insurance acceptance and coverage details before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 – Aiken Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates, PA Address: 900 Trail Ridge Rd, Suite 300, Aiken, SC 29803

Phone: (803) 649-7535

Hospital Affiliations

• Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Aiken, South Carolina (current)
• Wellstar Medical College of Georgia – Augusta, Augusta, Georgia (current)
• Wellspan Health/York Hospital (former – Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency, 1998 to 2002)