Successfully Selecting An OBGYN Reno

By Sherry Gross


The search for an OBGYN doesn't have to be difficult. With a growing population, Reno also offers a growing population of physicians. When searching for an OBGYN Reno the obvious first step is exploring just which physicians your insurance company has listed. If you have a plan that allows you to choose any physician your search criteria broadens. This is a decision that should require some research If you have the time and it is not an emergency situation put the work into finding the right fit for your given needs.

Many of us ask for referrals when it comes to hairdressers, mechanics and even retail locations. Asking for referrals regarding an OBGYN can be just as valuable. As with any service you are utilizing, OBGYN is obviously a very important one. That is why when asking for referrals from friends and family, ask the questions that are important to you. Asking a group of women that are in your particular age range is going to be helpful as many of them will have dealt with similar medical concerns or preventative care issues.

When word of mouth is not an option and you are on your own in the search effort then one must look at interviewing a potential physician. Make an appointment with potential physicians and when doing so simply let the office staff know you are setting up a time to discuss being a potential new patient. Your health is important and you have every right to know that whomever you choose, you are comfortable with and are comfortable knowing their ability to work with you exists.

When interviewing a potential OBGYN make a list of priorities you have as a patient. Those priorities can be anything including patient numbers, after hours availability, support staff (physicians assistants, etc.), and office hours. Medical needs may make your priority list even more extensive. This list should help you formulate your interview questions.

If you are in the situation of finding an OBGYN for preventative care then it may not be necessary to take the step of an interview. That is a decision you will make based on your own personal needs. If you have specific medical needs that you want addressed then you may want to take the interview step. Every physician treats differently and you will want to feel secure in knowing your physician is able to listen to your concerns and thoughts regarding your own treatment.

Most of us are good at knowing our bodies and what is happening with them that may be making us feel anything less than good. Often we can list off symptoms and will know when they started, which gives us a pretty good idea of specific medical needs that we need to discuss with our OBGYN. We will also often know about treatment options that we want to discuss. A good physician/patient relationship is one in which both can openly discuss options for treatment, new medical knowledge and how it can be used in your current situation.

Always be willing to advocate for yourself in any medical situation. You can choose to be your own best advocate or own worst enemy where it concerns medical issues. If you are someone who reads up on current medical treatments or even alternative medicine, they are all things that you should be comfortable discussing with your OBGYN.

Reno being the growing community it has been in the last twenty years offers wonderful growth in the medical community. The area has begun to entice a medical community that is cutting edge in treatment and preventative care. As our medical resources grow so do your choices in care. The opportunity to choose and OBGYN begins to be more consumer friendly thus offering great choices in care.




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