By Linda Burke-Galloway, MD, MS, FACOG When you’re pregnant, your ob-gyn may be the most important person in your life. But how can you pick the best doctor for you and the baby? Read on for the 10 questions expectant women should ask, but rarely do. Plus, get the answers to three reader questions, and take our pregnancy quiz…   Some of the most important issues that could affect your pregnancy are ones you may never ask about. Your doctor is the key to most of them. After all, you’re on a magical 40-week journey with someone responsible for your baby’s safe arrival. Although you don’t expect your ob-gyn to walk on water, you do want to choose one who has your best interests at heart. Beyond the basics – Is your doctor board-certified? Does she or he accept your medical insurance? – here are 10 questions to ask when choosing an obstetrician:1. How many patients are scheduled for appointments during a routine day? This is a loaded question and the answer may affect your quality of care and the waiting time for appointments. The more patients scheduled per day, the less likely your doctor will have time to address all your prenatal needs. It’s a red flag if he or she has more than 30 patients scheduled in one day or the office staff is reluctant to discuss the schedule. A physician with too many patients suggests potential financial difficulties in the practice or an unusual emphasis on making money. 2. Is the practice dedicated to obstetrics or…[...]

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10 Things Your OB-GYN May Not Tell You