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How To Find The Best Gynaecologist And What You Should Ask Them

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How To Find The Best Gynaecologist And What You Should Ask Them

Before you make the big decision, here's what you should consider about the gynae you choose.

When you’re expecting, there’s a lot you should consider regarding your baby’s birth. It’s not easy as simply choosing the hospital. You should also take into consideration the gynaecologists in Singapore you will entrust to help you throughout your pregnancy journey.  

This is a big decision to make since it would be both you and your baby’s lives in the hands of the gynae you choose. 

But don’t feel guilty for wanting to find someone you can absolutely trust and be comfortable around. It’s important that you find a gynaecologist you can have a good relationship with and can openly talk to about any concerns you have regarding your pregnancy. 

What To Look For When Choosing Gynaecologists In Singapore

How To Find The Best Gynaecologist And What You Should Ask Them

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Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before Searching

You can’t start your search if you still don’t know what you’re looking for. It would help if you’ve already set a list of expectations for your pregnancy and delivery. This way you can align your plans with the gynaecologist. 

In Singapore, mummies-to-be have access to a total of 347 obstetrics and gynaecology specialists that were officially registered in 2019 according to Statista. But don’t be overwhelmed by the numbers. You will still be able to narrow down the gynaecologist that you think would be best for you. 

To help you begin your search here are questions you can ask to plan your parenthood journey:

  • What type of birth do you plan to have?
  • Does the gynaecologist fit your financial costs?
  • Would you be more comfortable with a female or male doctor?
  • Is the hospital they affiliate with accessible to where you live?

Ask For Recommendations Of Gynaecologists In Singapore

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Aside from people you know, it would be good to check out reviews of gynaecologists in Singapore. | Image source: iStock

One of the best ways to find a good ob-gyn for you is word-of-mouth.

You can ask around your family, friends or just someone you really trust on which gynaecologist is worth seeing. Use this opportunity to ask them about their experience with the doctor and whether they would be willing to go back to the same gynae. 

You can also ask them if they were comfortable with their prenatal care and what their delivery experience was like. It would also help if the person you’re asking has the same values and expectation. This will help you determine whether they were satisfied themselves with the ob-gyn’s care and treatment. 

Aside from people you know, it would be good to check out reviews of gynaecologists in Singapore.

You can judge by their doctor rating reviews from people who have had experiences with them and see whether their average performance holds up.

Don’t worry about finding one or two negative comments. However, stay away from those who have many complaints or existing malpractice suits filed against them. 

Learn More About The Gynae Of Your Choice

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Make most of your face-to-face appointment and prepare questions for them. | Image source: iStock

Going to the first appointment with a gynaecologist doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve already made your decision. This only gives you an opportunity to familiarise yourself with them and see if they fit your expectations. 

It wouldn’t hurt to do a background check on them first, too. Check reviews, as shared above, and listings online. This way you might be able to find their full biography, credentials, and whether they are board-certified. 

Make most of your face-to-face appointment and prepare questions for them such as:

  • Which medical school did they complete their residency?
  • What do they specialise in?
  • How many appointments would they be scheduling with you?
  • What’s the length of each appointment?
  • What are their views on natural birth and what their rate on C-section delivery is?
  • Whether they perform vaginal birth after cesarean sections (VBAC) and what their success rating is for it?
  • What birthing position are they most comfortable and experienced with?
  • Also, what birth position would recommend for you?

If they happen to meet your needs and expectations for your pregnancy, then you’ve found yourself a match, mummy-to-be!

But before you start setting up your plans with them, you should also consider the hospital they currently work as it would be where you’ll be visiting for most of your pregnancy.

Aside from their clinic being nearby or close enough for when you finally deliver your baby, the Agency for Healthcare Research Quality also suggests you look into other factors of the hospital including:

  • The percentage of their patients who developed infections or had complications after surgery
  • Their death rates of different kinds of conditions as well as types of procedures
  • Reviews of other patients regarding the care and treatment they received

Questions You Should Ask Yourself After Your First Appointment

When choosing gynaecologists in Singapore, here are several questions to ask yourself before making a final decision:

  • Do you feel comfortable with them?
  • Do you share the same values regarding pregnancy, delivery or birth control?
  • Does the gynae have good bedside manner and respects what you have to have to say?
  • Do you trust their judgement or expertise?
  • Most especially, are you both willing to work with each other during your pregnancy journey?

If this isn’t your first baby then it’s advisable that you stick with your previous gynaecologist to continue handling your pregnancy if you’ve already had a good experience with them. 

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How To Find The Best Gynaecologist And What You Should Ask Them

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