How do I chose a gynecologist?
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Skill level (how wide-ranging is their practice?; do they just deliver babies and perform pap smears, or do they have experience in other areas of gyn up to and including surgery?)\n\nNumber of years in practice (did it just open last week?)\n\nAcademic background (where did they go to school - respectable med school or was some "other" school in some no name town in some no name country?)\n\nPublications and continued academic interest (do they stay abreast of the gyn trends and updates on disorders, procedures, treatment options, etc. or are they stuck in 1950s medicine?; are they published in the journals, do they present at conferences, are they members of ACOG or other professional organization?)\n\nAre they on the boards or committees of any drug companies?  Research shows over and over that industry sponsored research draws industry positive results - doctors get paid to work with these companies and as such may have skewed judgment in terms of offering one treatment over another based on pro-industry tests, etc.  Kickbacks are ever-present in healthcare, so find out if a drug rep's swag and funding of your doc is going to decide your care, or if the care is based on the best treatment for you.\n\nPatient referrals - this is KEY - you MUST speak to others about the doc, good bad or indifferent feedback can make all the difference...see healthgrades.com or similar site for more on that.\n\nMalpractice background (have they ever been sued, if so what for and what was the outcome?; has the state board censured them in any way, etc.)\n\nBedside manner (do they act like an egomaniacal jerk or are them warm and friendly?)\n\nAfter hours practice (will they be on call and get back to you at 3am on a Sunday morning or will they ignore the call and/or refer it out to a colleague you've never met?)\n\nOffice staff demeanor (are they witches or are they helpful and friendly?)\n\nGeneral appearance of the office itself (is everything nice and clean or is it a dump that should be shut down?)\n\nDo they allow you to be a partner in your care (do they poo-poo every concern and act like you are an over-reacting hypocondriach or do they respect your input to your own health?)\n\nMost of all, do you feel comfortable and confident in them handling your care or do you get bad vibes?\n\nDon't let the male/female thing be a deciding factor...I can understand feeling more comfy with one gender, but base it on skill and everything above, not whether it's a woman or a man.  I've had the worst experiences in my life with women docs who acted like because THEY hadn't experienced something, no woman could.  Not to say there aren't any good female gyns out there, I just haven't found them yet.\n\nGood luck to you and remember THEY work for YOU, not the other way around, and you have choices.  You can leave a practice anytime you want and go elsewhere if it doesn't work out.
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Yes, because you still need to have a gynecologist check to make sure your breasts and internal reproductive organs are healthy.  It's usually recommended that women begin having an annual pelvic exam at age 18 or when they become sexually active, whichever comes first.  If you need STD testing (you can get some STDs from oral sex) or hormonal birth control if you plan to start having intercourse, your gynecologist can provide those things when you have your appointment.
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Gynecologist \nChiropractor \nPediatrician \nAcupuncturist \nCardiologist \nCosmetic Surgeon \nEndocrinologist \nDentist\nOptometrist \nGeneral Practitioner
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Put your zip code in, select obstetrics/gynecology and you'll get  a list of docs.\ngood luck\nhttp://www.medicare.gov/Physician/Search/PhysicianSearch.asp?CookiesEnabledStatus=True
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Gynecology is a portion of the speciality of OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLGY.  Within that area are general OB/GYN's, Gyn Oncologists (treat malignancies of the female reproductive organs), Perinatologists (High risk pregnancies), Reproductive endocrinologists (infertility) and Urogynecologists (deal with pelvic prolapse and incontinence problems).  All have to complete 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, 4 years of Internship and Residency, then 2-3 years of fellowship if you sub-specialize.\n\nThis is a huge committment of time and money and effort.  The rewards are also significant.  If you finish all this schooling and training you can anticipate starting salary of $150,000 and average income of $250,000 (some more, some less depending on area of the country, urban/rural, solo or group).  \n\nIf you limit your practice to GYN only, you will earn less but you won't have to deal with on-call deliveries in the middle of the night.
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Well first, you will be fully undressed, but covered. Then a nusre will come in and get your vital signs and ask you about every question there is to ask about and concerning your vagina,sexual intercourse and bith control etc...THen the doctor comes in, he will paplate your breasts (gently and it doesn't hurt) checking for lumps and or breast cancer. He will aslo palpate (feel) your armpits and lymph node area for any abnormalities. Then he will fell your tummy and ask you questions,(if it hurts or is it  tender) Then with your legs in the stirrup, he will examine your vaginal area. THen he will put KY jelly on a specula and insert it into your vagina  and a long Q tip to rub your cervix and take a sample of that and send it off to the lab for testing. Then he places a finger inside the vagina and probes around to your ovaries and feels your uterus for any abnormalities and such. Gives yu a towel and tells you to clean up. Usually there is a nurse in the room with the Doc while this is going on. Theres nothing to be ashamed of....Millions of women have to do this everyday. It is very important to tell him any symptoms you may be having and be honest with him especially. Because he can test you forwhatever you needto be testedfor.If you don't tellhimthe truth you are only hurting yourself and maybe setting yourself up for a bad  future....Go for it and hope you get a clean bill of health...
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Start when your period does. It's very important that you get a Pap once a year. It test for abnormalities. I hated going to the Gynecologist. I never went for my check ups. I ended up having to go because I got pregnant and found out I had Cervical Cancer. If I had not of gotten pregnant I would have been dead 2 years form now. I'm just trying to say be sure you go to a Gynecologist at least once a year. It could save your life.
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gynecologist for men LOL\n\nA urologist is a physician who has specialized knowledge and skill regarding problems of the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. Because of the variety of clinical problems encountered, knowledge of internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, and other specialties is required of the urologist. Urology is classified as a surgical subspecialty. A urologist with advanced qualifications in surgery may be a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
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You need to talk to your GYN about your treatment options.
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The name is an OBGYN, or Gynecologist, it is important if you are sexually active or over 40 to see one every single year.  Some Gynecologists will suggest only every second year if you are still young and not sexually active.  Doing it every year, they can keep an eye on things, and do yearly tests to get early detection on cancers.  Good Luck, and your English is coming along beautifully! :)
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Your gynocologist, or the doctor at your clinic, will usually be able to give you a month or two free if you go for a check-up.  If she doesn't, ask for them at the end of the appointment.
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Call your local Medical Society. They can tell you what kind of doctor to look for and give you a list of names.\nThe Medical Society is listed by what county you live in.\nFor example: Franklin County Medical Society or\n             Orange County Medical Society
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A good reputable OB/GYN in Fort Worth, Texas is Dr. David Holmes. He is very thorough and has a good stirrup-side manner. He delivered my firstborn.
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Don't ask random people on YA!  Go make an appointment with an OB/GYN for God's sake.
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Go to a gynecologist, who could give you a better answer after physically evaluating you.
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Depends on what do you want. If you already have babies and do not want any further then a endocrinologist is the better option. \n\nHowever if you want more babies, you need to go to an obstetrician/ gynecologist who specializes in infertility. \n\nGenerally they do a wedge resection of the ovaries and remove the cysts at the same time ensuring that the chances of ovulation occuring are increased. They may also give ovulation inducing drugs like clomiphene. Good luck :). I hope everything is fine.
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I would definitely see a gynocologist, you could have an underlying problem that should be addressed.  I wish you well.