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Written By: Bhakti Paun Sharma | Updated : July 20, 2016 7:52 PM IST
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First pregnancy? You are anxious and excited and have to make a few important decisions now. Of the many things, choosing the right gynaecologist is one decision that you have to make after a lot of thought and research. After all, this person is going to be your guide throughout the pregnancy. Beware of these common mistakes every pregnant woman makes. We asked a few women to share with us factors they d consider when choosing a gynaecologist and here s what they said:
Specialisation: One factor you msut consider is checking the credentials of the doctor. My husband insisted on checking the specialisation of the doctor and the hospital reputation more than I did says Nidhi, from Kochi. You can also follow our week-by-week pregnancy guide.
Experience: In the case of gynaecologists, experience surely matters. A senior specialist or someone who is practicing in the same area for years is preferred. In fact, some women feel elderly doctors with a decade or more of experience are better at handling all types of cases and may also try for natural birthing as opposed to a C-section. Read about the 3 natural birthing options that you can ask your gynaecologist about.
Proximity: This factor ranked among the top 3 in the list. Ladies definitely consider the proximity of the clinic or hospital where their gynaecologist practices. It s easier to go there for monthly check-ups and tests even when the husband is not around. Also, if the hospital or clinic is nearby, it s easy to rush there when your water breaks and you go into labour. Have scary thoughts about going into labour? Here s what you need to know.
Availability: I always wanted to consult the same doctor on every visit. Hence, I checked with several doctors to see if they d be available throughout my pregnancy , says Archana from Indore. One point of contact and having one person handle your case saves you from the effort of explaining or sharing the issues with a new assistant or doctor on every visit. Hence, women prefer checking the availability of the gynaecologist they select. Don t forget to ask these 10 questions to your gynaecologist before you finalise your doctor.
Referrals: This ranks among the top preferred options for choosing a gynaecologist. 90 percent women I spoke to suggested that a referral from a friend or relative or word-of-mouth publicity helped them decide better. A gynaec with a record of normal deliveries was the top choice and the proximity of the clinic or hospital were also compromised to get a sought after doctor. Here are 8 things your gynaecologist wants you to know.
Gender: First-time pregnant women are not as comfortable with male doctors unless they ve got a solid reference for him. Women prefer consulting female gynaecologists over males. There are some really weird and intimate questions that we may want to ask the doctor. Speaking to a male doctor feels awkward , says Shruti from Pune. Read about these 20 symptoms that are absolutely normal during pregnancy.
Trust: Communication builds trust. A doctor-patient relationship is based on trust and if your doctor is able to achieve that, then he is the right person. Women love to communicate and they definitely want a doctor who addresses all their queries no matter how small and respects their decisions regarding the birthing process. Here s how you can make your visit to the gynaecologist less embarrassing.
What factors do you consider while selecting your gynaecologist? Share with us in the comments section below.
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