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While most obstetricians deliver about 30 babies per month, Dr. Shehata limits her deliveries to only five. This allows her to spend more time with each of her parents and to address all of her patient’s concerns in a thorough and unhurried manner. Dr. Shehata strives to make sure you feel heard, your needs are met, and that your birthing experience is special and unforgettable.
Unlike a typical experience where you experience long wait times to see your doctor, Dr. Shehata will schedule a time where you will have no wait. Additionally, instead of a typical doctor who schedules ten-minute appointment slots, Dr. Shehata’s appointment slots are unrushed. This means you will have her undivided attention and she will take the time to listen to your concerns. Dr. Shehata will educate you throughout your pregnancy process and work with you to develop a personalized delivery plan for you and your baby. She will provide you with personalized, quality care.
Furthermore, you will be given Dr. Shehata’s personal number so that you have access to your doctor at any time. Help will always be only a phone call away. Dr. Shehata will also provide you with same day appointments to discuss any concerns or questions you might have along the way.
Finally, when it is time to deliver, Dr. Shehata will coordinate with the hospital or birthing center and make sure they are expecting you. If you desire, she will also arrange to have additional supporting the form of a midwife or doula during your delivery process. Dr. Shehata will ensure your delivery experience is personalized, professional, and intimate.
A concierge birthing experience includes all prenatal visits, delivery of your baby, and anypostpartum appointments. We will make all arrangements for any testing or referrals that might be needed. Once you have recovered, we also offer vaginal rejuvenation, hair restoration, and aesthetic services at a discount to give you a nonsurgical “pick-me-up” that will make you feel attractive and desirable after your childbirth experience.
The advantages of hiring a concierge obstetrician include:
In order to make sure you have a healthy baby, here are the five things you need to know:
Typically, your doctor will want to see you between the 9th and 14th week after your last period. Prenatal care is vital to ensure your baby is healthy when he or she is born. Keeping your regular appointments with your doctor will allow you to monitor your baby’s growth and health. These visits will also keep you healthy during this physically challenging time.
We will screen you and your baby to ensure you are both healthy and we will determine your due date. At your first prenatal appointment, you will be tested for glucose (sugar) and albumen (protein) to help evaluate you for diabetes and blood pressure problems.
We will then take your medical history and perform a physical exam. This will include listening to your heart and lungs and conducting an ultrasound of the baby. A Pap test will also be done if you have not had one for a year or more. We will also answer any questions you might have at that time, including what activities you can engage in and how to manage morning sickness.
Finally, we will order blood work to assess your blood type, an antibody screen, immunity to childhood illnesses (rubella and chicken pox), STI testing (hepatitis, HIV, syphilis), and a CBC (blood count). You will also be given an opportunity to have Genetic Screening and Cystic Fibrosis screening added to these blood tests. We will set up regular appointments with you until the baby is born to help you and the baby remain healthy throughout the pregnancy.
An ultrasound uses sound waves to create an image of your uterus and the baby inside.
The ultrasound probe may be placed on the abdomen (transabdominal) or within the vagina (transvaginal). Where it needs to be placed is determined by how far along we think you are in your pregnancy at the time of your first prenatal visit.
During this exam, one of the obstetricians at Rancho OBGyn will show you your baby and give you your first baby pictures!
Prenatal vitamins are important because they give your body the extra nutrients it needs to ensure your baby is healthy. Prenatal vitamins are specifically formulated to meet your body’s needs during pregnancy and offered more compared to a normal multiple vitamin. For instance, prenatal vitamins contain extra iron to help you to maintain your blood levels and prevent anemia, which is common in pregnancy. B vitamins help you maintain your energy levels during pregnancy. Folic acid is vital in the development of your baby’s brain and spine.
The labs ordered during your first visit depend on how far along your pregnancy is, but include tests for:
Assessing your immunity to childhood illnesses like chickenpox and measles
A complete blood count to check for anemia
Testing for sexually transmitted infections found in the blood, such as HIV and hepatitis
Testing for a urine infection
Testing if you are a carrier for common genetic conditions, such as cystic fibrosis
Genetic screening for chromosomal abnormalities in your baby, such as Down’s syndrome
Our obstetricians at Rancho OB/GYN may order you additional tests depending on your medical history and risk factors for certain diseases in pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes or high blood pressure.
Monday - Tuesday: 8AM - 6PM
Wednesday - Thursday: 8AM - 5PM
Friday - Sunday: Closed
