Pregnancy Care
Considering Pregnancy
If you are considering pregnancy, I welcome you to make an appointment to discuss preconception issues and check certain lab values. This is a great time to discuss current medication use, exercise, prenatal vitamins, and current medical problems, in order to optimize your health before becoming pregnant. We will also discuss when the best time to during your cycle is to attempt pregnancy. If you have been trying to become pregnant without success for at least six months, call for an appointment so we may explore factors that might be hindering your attempt to become pregnant.
Already Pregnant
Once you become pregnant, contact me as soon as possible so we can establish a due date and begin our doctor-patient relationship. First trimester visits are typically at one-month intervals and are designed to establish a groundwork of expectations and pregnancy guidelines. Your first visit will include a full physical exam, an overview of the pregnancy course, blood work evaluation, and an opportunity to answer your questions. This is a time when ultrasound and specific genetic testing may be helpful.
Second trimester care is focused on the growth and maturation of your baby, as well as optional screening tests that may be important to women above the age of 30. We have an on-site trained sonographer and can provide you with images of your baby.
Third trimester visits are more frequent due to the need to more closely monitor fetal growth and maternal health, and identify potential complications that may require special attention.
The Delivery
My patients deliver at Scottsdale Healthcare's Shea campus. It is equipped with experienced staff whose mission is to provide you with a safe and skilled birth experience. Whether you plan a natural birth or require a medically indicated cesarean delivery, I want to hear your concerns and focus on creating a safe environment to welcome your new baby.
Take the Next Step
- Call us at (480) 451-8454 to schedule an appointment today!