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JustWonderin805
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Are most ob/gyn's familiar with PCOS?
JustWonderin805
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I've been thinking of switching my ob/gyn for a while now and while I know my current doctor has a lot of knowledge about PCOS, I'm wondering if this is the same for most ob/gyn's.
I live in the suburbs of Chicago, and the University of Chicago has a center specifically for PCOS, so I'm debating calling there (it'd be a bit of a drive, but I'd love to get an appt.) Obviously the doctors there have vast knowledge of PCOS.
If I was to book an appt with another doctor from another practice, say, in the suburbs, should I assume they're knowledgeable also? I haven't actually switched ob/gyn's since I began going in my teens (probably flameful, I know) so I'm not sure how to go about this process.
Any information is appreciated. Happy Hump Day!
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Re: Are most ob/gyn's familiar with PCOS?
I think all OBGYN's have at least some knowledge of PCOS.... I can't imagine that they wouldn't. However, I'm not sure how you'd go about finding out exactly how much experience they have with it. Personally, if I had a center specifically for PCOS in my area I would just go straight there rather than trying to figure out if another OBGYN had more knowledge than the one you're currently using.
Just out of curiosity, is there a reason you're thinking of switching other than just wanting to find out if someone else has more knowledge about PCOS?
First round of Clomid in May 2012= BFP #1, DD born January 2013
BFP #2 in January 2014, DS born September 2014
The practice I have been going to has gone downhill recently. They've brought in a lot of new doctors that will stand in for my regular doctor and I haven't been impressed with any of them. They're also really unreliable when it comes to appointments. They'll call the day before and cancel because a doctor won't be there, they have too many appts, etc. This has happened to me 3 times within the last two months, unfortunately.
It's fairly common, so they obviously should know something about it, but I felt like my OB treated me like a textbook case, instead of taking my own specifics into account. I am much happier with the specialist.
(I know its a stretch, but it's like saying your GP knows about cancer...but wouldn't you go to a specialist to get that treated as well?)
Yeah, that would make me want to switch too. That sounds so frustrating. Well, I guess you could always call other practices and ask about the doctors' PCOS experience. Or, if it's not too embarrassing for you, you could ask women you know what practice they use and whether or not they like it. It might not give you specific information about their PCOS knowledge, but it could at least give you a feel for what's out there. GL!
First round of Clomid in May 2012= BFP #1, DD born January 2013
BFP #2 in January 2014, DS born September 2014
Most OBs will certainly have experience with PCOS, but you should try to find someone who specializes in it. Or else you might get stuck in the same situation you're in now--worrying about whether you're getting the best answers. An OB/GYN who has done a fellowship in RE (reproductive endocrinology) certainly will know--if you already have a diagnosis of PCOS, you should be able to get an appointment. Make sure you get copies of all of your medical records ASAP--it can take a few weeks to get them after putting in a request, and you want as much info as possible for a new appointment (and might even need to send them over beforehand, if they want to confirm you actually have PCOS before they see you).
Your first instinct about going to UChicago is also totally correct. If you can stand the wait for an appt, I assure you that it will be worth it. No one knows current treatments and follows current medical literature like an academic hospital practice. If this is a major concern of yours--and I'm guessing it is, since you're asking--you should just go for it. No one will be better able to treat and monitor you! Good luck!
First round of Clomid in May 2012= BFP #1, DD born January 2013
BFP #2 in January 2014, DS born September 2014
Thanks ladies, I really appreciate the replies.
I'm going to call the center for PCOS at UIC as soon as they open. I'm keeping my FX that they'll be accepting new patients. They have a team of different experts including an ob/gyn, RE, nutritionist, etc. I'd love to be able to be checked out by a practice with that much experience.
Good Luck! Hope you can get an apt.
Falling in Love! November 2014
Wow, that sounds great. I hope you get in!
First round of Clomid in May 2012= BFP #1, DD born January 2013
BFP #2 in January 2014, DS born September 2014
Yes! Sounds like a great plan! FX you'll get in soon!
I would change your OB/GYN.
I decided on my ob/gyn since he has a specialises in infertility. He also is a midwife, so it's good all around.
As far as finding a new doc for you, when you call I would just ask. Or look up on there website for the Dr. & see what they do.
This is another reason why I plan on leaving my current practice. When I told the doctor (not my doctor) I met with a few months back that me and my FI were going to be TTC sometime within the next year and asked him a few questions about PCOS and TTC he looked at me blankly and said he'd have to look into it. That's when I started to get a little weary of continuing to go to that practice.