Question

Julie discussed wanting to become pregnant with her gynecologist. that doctor required julie to have a thorough physical examination by her internist, including ensuring all vaccinations were up to date before becoming pregnant. once the gynecologist received the internist's report that julie's medical examination was normal, he referred her to another physician in his practice, an obstetrician. an obstetrician is a _____.

Answer 1

An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in the birthing process, including: helping women become pregnant, the pregnancy, and visits after the baby is born. This doctor will be present during the delivery of the baby, to make sure everything is going as planned.