We are fairly new to the area and we just found out we are pregnant! We don't have a family doctor here and I don't have an OB/GYN either. I tried to look through my insurance's provider directory, but it says there are more than 100 doctors within a 25 miles radius. How does one choose from that!?
I keep seeing in my head the scene from Knocked Up when they are going doctor to doctor finding the right one. Please tell me that isn't reality?? How do I choose an OB? We live closer to the Southside of Indy and I was thinking of delivering at St. Francis, but I have no idea. Any doctor recommendations or comments regarding St. Francis as a delivery hospital? Thanks for your help!
AJC
Re: Need OB rec's
First of all Congrats! Come join us on the Indiana Baby Board.
I live on the southeast side and my OB/GYN is at St. Francis. My Dr. is James Dunlap. I had several friends deliver there and had no complaints.
Here's the link to the board.
http://www.thenestbaby.com/stages/stage.aspx?stage=months06&ForumID=508
Congratulations!!!!!
My doctor is a family doctor that is also an OB/GYN and delivers at St. Francis - Dr. Kimberly Franklin at Madison Ave Family Practice near the mall in Greenwood. She is fantastic!!!! While I don't have any kids/never been pregnant. She has been a terrific doctor for all of our other needs.
Congratulations!! Knocked Up is not reality, lol
Choose an OB that you're most comfortable with and that is willing to work with what you want/need. If you're very into the idea of a natural birth, you may want to even consider a midwife instead. Hope you have a healthy and happy 9 months!