Factors that can help you in choosing your gynaecologist

There is nothing wrong in being particular about your standards when it comes to your gynaecologist. Finding a right gynaecologist takes some time however, conducting a comprehensive search and choosing someone with whom who feel comfortable, is advisable. This is because your gynaecologist is privy to some of the most intimate facets of your sexuality, body and overall health. These doctors specialise in dealing with health of female reproductive system and requires detailed study and knowledge. It is better to go for a gynaecologist who is also an obstetrician as this can be helpful to you at the time of your delivery or else you will have to switch over to a different doctor because only obstetrician are qualified to deliver babies.

Before choosing a gyn doctor it is advisable to keep certain things in mind. Some of them are:

·         Easiness to meet the doctor – good doctors are always busy, but you would not want to choose a doctor who always seems to be too busy to take their time with you or to speak to you. Therefore, it is essential to check that whether or not the doctor deals with emergency call and also how quickly they respond to non-emergency calls. Since you would also prefer to take routine check-ups, it is essential to check the time taken by the doctor for routine appointments and how quickly does the doctor respond, if you are unwell.

·         Distance – another important factor to check is the distance of the doctor’s clinic from your house. Choosing a doctor whose clinic is near to your house is beneficial both for the doctor as well as for you. It will help you in saving time and also during serious health issues.  Moreover, if you are pregnant or thinking to start a baby, you might find is easier if the doctor is located near your home as you will have to visit the clinic for more frequent check-ups.

·         Insurance cover – in case you may prefer to compare the visiting cost, it is essential to note that there are some insurance schemes that do not cover visits to a gyn doctor. There are variations also on the delivery charges between different gyn doctors and often insurance schemes have a limit on the extent to which they cover your health. If you are pregnant or planning a baby, it may be worth comparing the delivery charges of the gyn doctors on your list.

Apart from all these factors, you can also check online for various gynaecologists that are attached to different hospitals. This can help you to know about the doctor’s medical credentials and also highlight their particular areas of interest of experience.