None. They all suck.

Sorry if this has been discussed recently (I'm only starting to look at the Expectant Moms forum again) and for resurrecting this old discussion, but would any of these practices be good for someone with a potentially high-risk pregnancy? I would be an AMA patient, and with my first, I had gestational diabetes and ended up with preeclampsia. I was at GW then, but I no longer work in DC and I live in Falls Church so GW isn't practical.

I live pretty close to Inova Fairfax, but I'd prefer a VBAC if I can help it (even though I would likely end up with a c-section again because I'm high risk...but I would at least like to try for a VBAC). We could swing VHC as well.

Even if I don't end up pregnant, I still need a gyn rec anyway. Thanks!

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Anonymous wrote:Not OP here but I am also looking for an obgyn. However I would like someone who is low intervention. I'm not against an epidural but I only want a C-section if medically necessary. Any idea if the doctors mentioned here are low intervention? Thanks!

I'd suggest Arlington Women's Center - they really listen to your wishes with regard to interventions. They also have a midwife on staff so I think they are used to being a bit more flexible. They deliver at VHC.

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Another vote for Arlington Women's Center. You can't go wrong with any of the doctors there, and the midwife option is great. VHC is also a great place to deliver, and they are extremely supportive of vaginal delivery.

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Anonymous wrote:Not OP here but I am also looking for an obgyn. However I would like someone who is low intervention. I'm not against an epidural but I only want a C-section if medically necessary. Any idea if the doctors mentioned here are low intervention? Thanks!

I'd suggest Arlington Women's Center - they really listen to your wishes with regard to interventions. They also have a midwife on staff so I think they are used to being a bit more flexible. They deliver at VHC.

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Anonymous wrote:14:33 here. Great thanks! What about Healthcare for Women?

I am the PP that goes to healthcare for Women. I have delivered with them twice and grilled each doctor about my (original) plans to deliver naturally. They were all fine with whatever I wanted. I ended up with an epidural for both, but it was evident they support whatever the mother wants to do - with the constant caveat that the baby and motber's health are top priority.
I can't say enough about how supported and cared for I have felt each time I saw them prenatal. Good bedside manner, professional, and very willing to address concerns and answer questions (you know how pregnant women get with their questions).

Julian Martinez in Arlington, fantastic

Not sure about healthcare for women but I highly recommend Dr. Kathy Wolf

14:33 here. Great thanks! What about Healthcare for Women?

Anonymous wrote:Not OP here but I am also looking for an obgyn. However I would like someone who is low intervention. I'm not against an epidural but I only want a C-section if medically necessary. Any idea if the doctors mentioned here are low intervention? Thanks!

I'd suggest Arlington Women's Center - they really listen to your wishes with regard to interventions. They also have a midwife on staff so I think they are used to being a bit more flexible. They deliver at VHC.