Audubon Women's Medical Associates

FAQ/Directions

GENERAL

Q.  Are you accepting new patients? 

Yes, however, at times, appointment availability may be limited.  Audubon Women's Medical is a private medical practice and we try to do our best to accommodate new patients without compromising care of existing patients.  

Q.  Are you accepting new OB patients?    

New obstetrical patients are always accepted.  Obstetrical patients who have been seen or followed by another obstetrician are taken upon review of their medical records.        

Q.  What insurances does your practice accept? 

We accept most major insurances EXCEPT Medicaid and Fidelis.  We recommend that you check with your insurance carrier to see if our doctors are participating with your insurance company and your specific policy.

GYN RELATED

Q.  At what age should my daughter make an appointment for the Teen Program?

We recommend that your daughter be seen between 14 - 15 years of age.  However, if there are any gynecological problems with breast or periods, a Gyn appointment is more appropriate.  Teen issues will also be discussed at this visit.

Q.  What do I do if I miss a birth control pill?

Take your pill as soon as you realize that you missed it and then take the next pill at the correct time.  We recommend that you use a condom for the rest of your pack of pills or you may risk the possibility of pregnancy.  If you miss more than 2 doses, you will need to stop taking your pills, wait until you get your period, and then start a new pack of pills.  Again, we recommend that you use a condom until you get your period and start your new pack of pills or you may risk the possibility of pregnancy. 

Q.  What if I have abnormal uterine bleeding?

Track and document abnormal bleeding for a month and then come in for an appointment.  However, if you are soaking 1 pad per hour and do not have your regular period, you should contact our office immediately.

OB RELATED

Q.  When should I have my first OB visit?

We recommend that you be seen between 9-10 weeks.

Q.  Will I see all the practitioners during my pregnancy?

Yes.  Your 1st visit will be with a Nurse Practitioner and after that you will rotate seeing all Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.

Q.  I have so many questions, how can I get all of my answers?

We recommend that you make a list of your questions and bring them to your visits.  However, more urgent questions can be answered by our nursing staff and we are happy to take your calls. 

We also recommend the book "What to Expect When You're Expecting" by Heidi Murkoff & Sharon Mazel. 

ULTRASOUND OB

Q.  How many ultrasounds will I get?

Typically during a normal pregnancy you will have two ultrasounds, one at 11-14 weeks of pregnancy, and another at 18 weeks of pregnancy.  We may also perform additional ultrasounds as needed. 

Q.  When do we get a 3D ultrasound?

This is not done routinely.  If by chance your baby is in good position during your ultrasound, we can attempt a 3D ultrasound. 

Q.  Can I find out the sex of my baby?

Ultrasounds are not performed to determine the sex of your baby, however, if during the course of your routine ultrasound we are able to determine the sex and you would like to know, we will gladly tell you!