25 of the Best OBGYNs Near Me in Jb Charleston, SC

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MediFind found 246 specialists near Jb Charleston, SC

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    James Martin
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Dr. James T. Martin Jr., MD

    9213 University Blvd, Suite A, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Martin is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Martin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Menopause, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Vulvovaginitis. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Partners, PA

    75 Springview Lane, Oakbrook, 
    Summerville, SC 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Cook is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Cook is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Amenorrhea, Menorrhagia, Female Genital Sores, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    David E. Soper
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    50+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. David Soper joined MUSC Women's Care as an obstetrician gynecologist in 1995. He graduated undergrad from Florida State University and completed medical school at the University of Miami. He completed his residency in ob/gyn and fellowship in infectious diseases at Naval Regional Medical Center, San Diego. Dr. Soper provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecological services, and his special interests include infectious disease, vulvodynia, chronic and recurrent vaginitis, operative hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, and alternatives to hysterectomy. Dr. Soper is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Dr. Soper is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvodynia, Lichen Sclerosus, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Uterine Fibroids.

    Steven E. Swift
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Swift, M.D. is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical University of South Carolina followed by a urogynecology fellowship at the University of California Irvine and has been a full-time faculty member at MUSC since 1993. Updated text- Dr. Swift has a practice focusing on patients with urinary fistula, incontinence, prolapses, pelvic disorders, bladder dysfunctions, and voiding issues.Dr. Swift is a board-certified member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has subspecialty board certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, as well. He is a member of the American Urogynecologic Society, International Urogynecologic Association, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics among others. He is the director of the Division of Urogynecology. Dr. Swift has also chaired and served on several committees for the American Urogynecology Society, the International Urogynecology Association and the National Institutes of Health. He is the co-editor-in-chief of the International Urogynecology Journal. He is published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on various aspects of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse and, in addition, has written several textbook chapters and invited-review articles. He has lectured all over the world on various topics regarding urogynecology and has been the principal investigator on several grants.Dr. Swift's research interests include evaluation and management of incontinence as well as the epidemiology of pelvic organ prolapse. Dr. Swift is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Rectocele, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Endoscopy.

    Carol L. Wagner
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carol Wagner, MD, specializes in Neonatology, and Pediatrics. Dr. Wagner is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Premature Infant, and Preeclampsia.

    Carrie K. Riestenberg
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    1375 Hospital Dr, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carrie Riestenberg, MD, specializes in Reproductive Infertility. Dr. Riestenberg is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infertility, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Precocious Puberty, and Tubal Disease.

    Autumn L. Edenfield
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Autumn Edenfield joined MUSC Women's Care as a urogynecologist in 2014. Dr. Edenfield graduated from Duke University for her undergraduate education. She completed her medical school and residency from New York University in New York City. In 2014, Dr. Edenfield completed her fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery from Duke University. Dr. Edenfield's interests include urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic organ prolapse, and recurrent urinary tract infections. Dr. Edenfield is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Acute Cystitis.

    Cary Fishburne
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | General Surgery

    Novant Health Urogynecology & Surgery - Goose Creek

    7 South Alliance Drive, Suite 111B, 
    Goose Creek, SC 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cary Fishburne is a General Surgeon and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Dr. Fishburne is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rectocele, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Uterine Prolapse.

    Gweneth B. Lazenby
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gweneth Lazenby joined MUSC Women's Care as an obstetrician gynecologist in 2008. Dr. Lazenby graduated from the University of South Carolina, Honors College and completed medical school at MUSC. She completed her residency at the University of Hawaii and a fellowship in infectious diseases at MUSC. Dr. Lazenby provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecological services, and her special interests include reproductive infectious disease, HIV, STDs, vaginitis, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and sexual dysfunction. Dr. Lazenby is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Trichomoniasis, Chlamydia, Cervicitis, Gonorrhea, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Taylor Orellana
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center - North Charleston

    2575 Elms Center Road, Suite 100, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Taylor Orellana is a gynecologic oncologist at Hollings Cancer Center. She grew up in Greer, South Carolina and attended Clemson University for her undergraduate studies in Health Science. She attended medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina. She then went on to complete her OB/GYN residency and Gynecologic Oncology fellowship at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Orellana provides comprehensive care for gynecologic pre-cancers, cancers, and complex benign conditions, including open surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and chemotherapy. Dr. Orellana's research interests include management of endometrial cancer, tumor molecular classification, and cost-effectiveness studies. Dr. Orellana is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Hydatidiform Mole, Gestational Trophoblastic Disease, and Hysterectomy.

    Mallory Alkis
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 3rd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mallory Alkis, MD, specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and is located in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Alkis is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, ABO Incompatibility, Gestational Diabetes, and Small for Gestational Age.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Ravenel OB/GYN

    1370 Remount Rd Ste D, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francis Akom is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Akom is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Hirsutism in Women, Trichomoniasis, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Hysterectomy.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    9279 Medical Plaza Dr Ste A, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nancy Stroud is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Stroud is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vulvovaginitis, and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease. Dr. Stroud is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Carolina Center Of Gynecological Oncology PA

    1470 Tobias Gadson Blvd Ste 110, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerald Taylor is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Taylor is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Rectocele, and Hysterectomy.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Charleston Ob/Gyn LLC

    1027 Physicians Dr Ste 110, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Richardson is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Richardson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Preeclampsia, Ovarian Cysts, Uterine Prolapse, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Megann K. Helton
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health At Resolute Way

    8471 Resolute Way, Suite 105, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Megann Helton-Rieter joined MUSC Women's Health as an OB/GYN in 2015. After receiving her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston, she completed medical school and residency training at MUSC. Dr. Helton-Rieter provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecological services, and her special interests include family planning, pregnancy care including vaginal birth after contraception and Cesarean, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Her top areas of expertise are Female Genital Sores, Vitiligo, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Ovarian Cysts, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Maggie Evans
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Novant Health Lowcountry OB/GYN - Island Park

    880 Island Park Drive, Suite 210, 
    Daniel Island, SC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maggie Evans is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Daniel Island, South Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Bartholin Cyst or Abscess, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Vulvovaginitis.

    Meghan Lynch
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Novant Health Lowcountry OB/GYN - Island Park

    880 Island Park Drive, Suite 210, 
    Daniel Island, SC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meghan Lynch is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Daniel Island, South Carolina. Dr. Lynch has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Vitiligo, Female Genital Sores, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Amy Warner
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Novant Health Lowcountry OB/GYN - Island Park

    880 Island Park Drive, Suite 210, 
    Daniel Island, SC 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Warner is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Daniel Island, South Carolina. Dr. Warner has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Her top area of expertise is Uterine Prolapse.

    Amy Askew
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Amy L. Askew is a Urogynecologist with MUSC Women's Health. Dr. Askew graduated from the University of Pennsylvania for undergraduate education and completed medical school at Duke University School of Medicine. She completed residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Duke University and fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. Askew is passionate about helping to improve the quality of life of her patients. Her interests include pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, recurrent urinary tract infections, and minimally invasive surgery. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, and Opisthotonos.

    Brittany Austin
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brittany Austin grew up in Harveys Lake, Pennsylvania. She attended the University of Pittsburgh where she graduated summa cum laude with her Bachelor of Science in chemistry. From there, she earned her medical degree at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She went on to complete her residency training in Obstetrics \& Gynecology and her fellowship training in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Austin provides comprehensive high-risk obstetric care. Her primary clinical interests include ultrasound diagnosis, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, fetal growth restriction, and application of artificial intelligence in medicine. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Preeclampsia, Hydrocephalus, Gestational Diabetes, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Matthew F. Kohler
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matthew Kohler joined MUSC Women's Care as a gynecologist oncologist in 1998 and now serves as the director of the division of MUSC gynecology oncology. He is board certified in both obstetrics and gynecology, and gynecologic oncology. His specialties include radical and minimally invasive (robotic) surgery for gynecologic cancers, chemotherapy, and gestational trophoblastic disease. Dr. Kohler received his undergraduate degree from Yale University, then went on to Duke University for his medical degree, residency, and a gynecology oncology fellowship. Dr. Kohler is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Hysterectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Katherine E. Chetta
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    10 Mcclennan Banks Drive Msc915, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Katherine Chetta is a neonatologist who works primarily at Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Charleston. She has a special interest in the nutrition of the preterm infant, including the science of breastmilk and its many benefits. She earned her M.D. from Baylor College in Medicine in Houston with high honors, and was in the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA). She completed residency at Texas Children's Hospital and neonatal-perinatal fellowship at the University of Texas Health & Science Center in Houston. She is passionate about caring for babies, and feels honored to serve the families of South Carolina. Dr. Chetta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Small for Gestational Age, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Heidi J. Steflik
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

    10 McClennan Banks Drive, MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Heidi J. Murphy is a neonatologist who has particular interests in providing life support to our sickest babies. Dr. Murphy attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she was supported by a full Non-Resident Tuition Exemption Scholarship. At LSU, she was a member of the Honors College and earned her bachelor's degree in biological sciences. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Tennessee in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Murphy returned to Louisiana and completed her pediatrics training in New Orleans at Louisiana State University Health Science Center and Children's Hospital of New Orleans. After serving as chief resident at LSU, she moved to Charleston where she completed her neonatology training here at the Medical University of South Carolina. She joined the MUSC faculty in 2018.Dr. Murphy's clinical and research interests focus on providing life support to our sickest babies, as well as evaluating and treating kidney disease in neonatal patients. During her time at LSUHSC, she was honored to receive an Outstanding Teaching Resident Award bestowed by the LSU School of Medicine medical third year medical school class, the Penny Scurto, M.D. Outstanding Pediatric Resident Award bestowed by the LSU Department of Pediatrics faculty, and the 7th Annual Gretch M. Life, M.D. Award bestowed by her peers. She is board certified in pediatrics. Dr. Steflik is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Patent Ductus Arteriosus, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Rotor Syndrome, and Premature Infant.

    Alison K. Chapman
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alison Chapman, MD, specializes in Neonatology, and Pediatrics. Dr. Chapman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Infant, Rotor Syndrome, Gastroschisis, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Gastrostomy.

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    What is an OB-GYN? 

    An obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) is a doctor specializing in the reproductive health, pregnancy, and childbirth of individuals assigned female at birth. Obstetricians focus on care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, while gynecologists manage conditions affecting the female reproductive system, like menstrual disorders or infections. Most OB-GYNs are trained in both fields, which allows them to handle a wide range of health needs. Gynecologists who are not also obstetricians do not deliver babies, while OB-GYNs typically provide this service. 

    What are the different types of OB-GYNs?      

    OB-GYNs can specialize in various areas, depending on their training and focus: 

    • General OB-GYNs: Provide comprehensive reproductive health care, including routine exams, contraception, and pregnancy care. 
    • Gynecologic Oncologists: Specialize in diagnosing and treating cancers of the female reproductive system. 

    How often should I visit an OB-GYN? 

    The frequency of visits depends on your health and circumstances

    • Individuals who are not pregnant: Should visit an OB-GYN once a year for preventive care, including pelvic exams and screenings. 
    • Pregnant individuals: Typically have monthly visits during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy, biweekly visits from weeks 28 to 36, and weekly visits from week 36 until delivery. 

    Your doctor might recommend more frequent visits if you have a high-risk condition. 

    What age should an individual start seeing an OB-GYN?     

    People assigned female at birth should schedule their first visit to an OB-GYN between the ages of 13 and 15. This initial visit is often a conversation about health, development, and any questions or concerns. Pap smear screenings for cervical cancer generally begin at age 21, although earlier screenings may be recommended based on individual health needs, such as having a family history of cervical cancer. 

    Can OB-GYNs perform surgeries?    

    Yes, OB-GYNs are trained surgeons capable of performing a wide range of procedures. Common surgeries include cesarean sections (C-sections), hysterectomies, laparoscopic surgeries for conditions like endometriosis, and removal of ovarian cysts. They also perform minimally invasive procedures like dilation and curettage (D&C) or tubal ligation for sterilization. Some OB-GYNs focus heavily on surgical care, depending on their specialization or patient needs. 

    When should I see an OBGYN near Jb Charleston, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a OBGYN near Jb Charleston, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank OBGYNs near Jb Charleston, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by OBGYNs near Jb Charleston, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a OBGYN in Jb Charleston?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the OBGYN search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different OBGYN?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a OBGYN near Jb Charleston, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my OBGYN?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my OBGYN may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female OBGYNs near Jb Charleston, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the OBGYN search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a OBGYN that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the OBGYN search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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