Midwives are Growing in Popularity. Carolina OB/GYN Answers the Need
Midwives are growing in popularity, thanks in part to the PBS show, ‘Call the Midwife.’ The stigma that midwifery is fringe care or often less than OBGYN care is largely disappearing and for good reason. A certified nurse-midwife has completed both nursing school and an additional graduate degree in midwifery, and many are accredited through…
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Billing and Insurance
Health conditions can be painful, but for many patients, the most traumatic part of the healthcare experience is the billing-and-insurance-claims process. This process is notorious for time-delays, miscommunications, and frequent re-work of forms, records, etc. At Carolina OB/GYN, we want to ensure that the billing-and-insurance processes don’t spoil an otherwise favorable impression. We like to…
Colon Cancer—Know the Signs
According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths, in both women and men. Though the risk is slightly lower for women than men, about one in 25 U.S. women are at risk for developing this cancer. Colon cancer starts as…
Urinary Incontinence—It’s No Laughing Matter
If you were fortunate enough to attend this year’s Women’s Conference, you might have heard Dr. Melissa Moore speak on urinary incontinence. Dr. Moore’s presentation, ‘I Laughed so Hard the Tears Ran Down My Leg,” was a lighthearted look at a problem that plagues many women. An estimated 25-33% of people in the United States…
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Planning a Pregnancy? Consider a Midwife
If you’re planning on becoming pregnant, you have some important considerations. Early in your pregnancy is the time to choose your maternity care provider. This major decision can influence: The care you receive and the effects of that care on you and your baby.The quality of your relationship with your care provider(s).The choices and options…
CenteringPregnancy—Good for You and Your Baby
Carolina OB/GYN is pleased to offer a CenteringPregnancy model of prenatal care. The model provides group sessions with one of our healthcare providers and a co-facilitator. While the first visit is the same as traditional prenatal care–a physical exam and ultrasound, expectant mothers then meet as a group during eight, two-hour sessions held every three…
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