Every pregnancy has its own unique worries and concerns. When you have a more complicated pregnancy, the experienced team of board-certified OB/GYNs at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology in Ventura, California, can provide the high-risk obstetrics care you need. Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology offers compassionate support and evidenced-based care throughout your entire journey. Call the office to arrange a pregnancy consultation or schedule an appointment online today.

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What is high-risk obstetrics?

High-risk obstetrics is an area of medicine that specializes in managing the health needs of women during their high-risk pregnancies.

Any pregnancy that endangers the health or life of the mother or fetus is a high-risk pregnancy. These pregnancies require close monitoring so the mother and baby stay healthy and safe throughout gestation.

Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology is an all-female practice with a team of board-certified physicians who have advanced training in high-risk obstetrics care. The team provides individualized and comprehensive care before, during, and after pregnancy.

Who needs high-risk obstetrics?

Some pregnant women are at risk of complications because of their age or health history, while others may develop problems as their pregnancy progresses. In these cases, you need high-risk obstetrics:

You may need specialized pregnancy care at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology if you:

  • Are 35 or older
  • Have an existing health condition (such as diabetes or hypertension)
  • Develop a pregnancy-related health condition (gestational diabetes)
  • Are carrying twins or triplets
  • Are overweight or obese

A high-risk pregnancy doesn’t mean you’re going to have problems during your pregnancy. However, you need high-risk obstetrics so the team can closely monitor you and your baby’s health and manage issues before they become problems.

What type of care can I expect from high-risk obstetrics?

You can expect patient-centered and compassionate high-risk obstetrics care from the team at Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology. They consider it a privilege to support you during this very important part of your life and are committed to giving you excellent medical care with sensitivity and dedication.

The team performs a comprehensive initial evaluation at your first prenatal visit. They ask detailed questions about your personal and family medical history, perform a physical and pelvic exam, and discuss what you can expect during your pregnancy.

They also perform an ultrasound to evaluate your uterus and estimate your due date. They also order lab work to check for health conditions like anemia and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

The team may have you come in for follow-up care every 1-4 weeks, depending on your pregnancy issues and weeks of gestation. They order any necessary tests and make referrals to specialists as needed.

Main Street Obstetrics & Gynecology offers the best obstetrics care in Ventura County. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.