WELCOME TO UAB OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
We want to congratulate you on your pregnancy and extend a heartfelt welcome to our practice . You have taken an important step toward a healthier pregnancy by enrolling in prenatal care . We will soon be seeing you on a regular basis .
Our team of health care providers includes :
• Obstetricians / gynecologists
• Advanced practice providers ( APPs ), including nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives
• Residents and fellows
• Perinatal nurse navigators
• Nurses
• Medical assistants
• Sonographers
• Medical secretaries
Prenatal visits provide an important opportunity to meet with your team , ask questions , and plan for your delivery . Please feel free to discuss your concerns with us . We encourage your partner to accompany you to these visits .
This book should be used as a basic reference source during pregnancy , to anticipate and answer commonly asked questions . It includes scientifically accurate information that should help you take a more active role in your pregnancy . We have attempted to define most of the medical terms and inform you about what to expect during labor and delivery .
Our main goal is to provide the highest quality health care available . We look forward to helping you have a successful pregnancy ! We invite you to share your comments and suggestions with your care delivery team .
Your Health Record
We encourage you to join our free and secure patient portal , myUABMedicine , to easily access your UAB Medicine electronic health records and stay connected with your providers . You can enroll in the patient portal by visiting uabmedicine . org / me .
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