OB/GYN

The practice of obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) specializes in the complete spectrum of women’s health issues, including reproductive health, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Specialty areas within OB/GYN include maternal/fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology, gynecologic oncology, female pelvic medicine, and reproductive surgery. At LMC, our team of OB/GYN physicians are experts in all areas of women’s reproductive and maternal health, ensuring end-to-end care for women of all ages. To learn more about our OB/GYN services, please contact us.

Patient Education

What is an OB-GYN and what do they do?

An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional that specializes in female reproductive health. People trained as OB-GYNs specialize in both obstetrics and gynecology: obstetrics involves working with pregnant women, including delivering babies gynecology involves the female reproductive system, treating a wide range of conditions, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and chronic pain In this article, we look at what an OB-GYN is, what procedures they can carry out, their qualifications, and when someone should see them.

Midwife vs. OB-GYN: Who's Right For You?

One of the first things you need to do once you realize you're pregnant is to find a health practitioner who is specialized in prenatal care. For most people, that means choosing between an OB-GYN (obstetrician and gynecologist) or a midwife. Both professionals are well versed in prenatal care.