Our physician specialists are committed to providing the highest quality of care for you and your unborn child. We have extensive experience in all aspects of pregnancy, labor and delivery and the post-partum period. We provide expert and comprehensive care for routine and high-risk pregnancies. We also treat infertility, those couples that have been unsuccessful in conceiving over the course of a full year.
OBSTETRICS
Our providers are specialists in the management of pregnancy, labor and the post-partum period. We provide expert and comprehensive care for routine and high risk pregnancies.
Congratulations! Your pregnancy is a time of exciting changes and the beginning of a life long journey. As a practice women trust most during their pregnancy, we are here for you every step of the way to answer questions and give you the right guidance. Comprehensive Patient Education: ACOG Patient Info
PRE NATAL CARE
Your initial prenatal visit will be around 6 to 10 weeks. Your insurance benefits will be explained to you and a payment plan can be set up to assist you in the payment of your financial responsibility. You will get a schedule of visits and testing that will occur during your pregnancy. We have a full-service on-site accredited medical laboratory and on-site state of the art ultrasound that can include 3D or 4D services at an additional charge. We deliver babies only at the Corpus Christi Bay Area Medical Center. Their link is https://ccmedicalcenter.secure.ehc.com/calendar/index.dot to schedule any classes or get further information regarding the services the hospital provides.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Many Pregnant Mother's are always asking for the best possible outcome for their pregnancy.
The following is what is strongly recommended during pregnancy including safe medications and treatments.
MEDICATION USE DURING PREGNANCY
There has been much controversy and discussion over the use of medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. A good rule of thumb is that unless a medication is prescribed by your obstetrician, you should not use it until you clear it with your obstetrician. There are some remedies and Over the Counter (OTC medications) that are considered safe for some of the discomforts of pregnancy when taken as directed and in moderation. If symptoms continue to become more pronounced, please make an appointment with one of our physicians.
Colds/Sinusitis
- • Ocean Nasal Spray
- • Benadryl
- • Plain or Extra Strength Tylenol
- • Chlortrimeton
- • Sudafed (plain)
- • Cold-Eze lozenges
- • Cepacol Throat Lozenges
- • Plain Robitussin DM
- • Claritin
- • Zyrtec
- • Allegra
- • Nasonex
- • All Tylenol (acetaminophen) OTC cold products
- • Vitamin C - 500mg daily in addition to prenatal vitamin
Heartburn/Indigestion
- • Gaviscon
- • Maalox
- • Mylanta
- • Tums/Rolaids
- • Pepcid
- • Zantac
- • Cepacol Throat Lozenges
- • Plain Robitussin DM
- • Claritin and Claritin-d
- • Zyrtec
- • Prilosec
Nausea
- • Emetrol
- • Ginger Capsules
- • Sea-Band acupressure wristbands
- • Peppermint Tea
- • Vitamin B-6 2 x Daily / Unisom in evening
Constipation
- • Surfak
- • Milk of Magnesia
- • Metamucil
- • Benefiber
- • Prunes/Prune Juice
Yeast Infections
- • Monistat
- • Gynelotromin
Leg Cramps
- • Magnesium Oxide 400mg twice a day
- • Citracal
- • Caltrate
Diarrhea/Hemorrhoids
- • Kaopectate
- • ImmodiumAD
- • Tucks/witch hazel
- • Preparation-H
- • Anusol
Medications that should be avoided
Aspirin, Tetracycline or Doxycycline and Nonsteroidal medications such as Motrin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Naproxyn Sodium or aspirin unless prescribed by your Doctor.
LABOR / DELIVERY / POST PARTUM
Our physicians are on-site at Corpus Christi Bay Area Medical Center 24 hours a day. Your doctor may or may not be on-call the day you go into labor. However, one of your doctor’s partners will deliver your baby.
HOSPITAL
Our clinic is located within Corpus Christi Medical Center (CCMC) – Bay Area Hospital.
The majority of our deliveries and surgeries are performed within this hospital where we are in close proximity to our patients and are readily available if any immediate needs or emergencies arise.CCMC is located at 7101 South Padre Island Drive Corpus Christi, TX http://ccmedicalcenter.com/ Preregister online for either surgery or childbirth http://ccmedicalcenter.com/patients-and-visitors/online-pre-registration.dot
Register online for FREE prenatal classes https://ccmedicalcenter.secure.ehc.com/calendar/index.dot or call 361-761-1549. The Women’s Center at CCMC Bay Area also offers an option for Rooming-In. This option enhances the bonding experience with your newborn and helps mothers feel more comfortable with caring for their baby before leaving the hospital. It is recommended that you call ahead prior to labor to notify the staff of your intentions. You may call 361-761-2097. The Women’s Center at CCMC Bay Area also has lactation consultants available to assist you during your hospital stay as well as after discharge to answer your questions. You may reach them at 361-761-3438.