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Affordable birth control: A part of family planning for our Houston area patients
A great deal of thought and planning usually occurs before a couple decides to start a family. For every woman, “the right time” is a very personal choice. This is the case whether she is considering having her first child or a second or third. In between those times in which family expansion is a decided goal, affordable birth control is an essential aspect of the family planning process. Houston area OB/GYN Dr. Jenkins offers patients numerous choices – all of which have a high degree of reliability.
The development of multiple different types of birth control has been intended to create ease of use and options for women. In many instances, however, patients feel overwhelmed and confused by this myriad of choices. Women who visit our practice in Katy gain the benefit of consultation with an experienced gynecologist and obstetrician who has assisted hundreds of women with their family planning and pregnancy prevention needs. Recommendations made by Dr. Jenkins will consider each person’s unique circumstances, including budget and lifestyle.
Some of the options we may consider for your pregnancy prevention needs include:
- Oral contraceptives. “The Pill” is one of the most recognized of all contraceptives. This method requires daily use of a multi-hormone medication. When taken diligently, oral contraceptives are as much as 99 percent effective. While a high percentage of women are well suited to the birth control pill, there are instances in which this method is not recommended. During your consultation with Dr. Jenkins, a thorough health history and exam will help us make that determination.
- Contraceptive shot. This longer-term birth control is administered by a physician every three months. The injected medication inhibits ovulation and thus prevents pregnancy. Getting the birth control shot does not stop menstruation. In fact, some women experience varied periods for the first six to twelve months they use this method of birth control.
- IUD. The intrauterine device is a long term method of birth control, providing pregnancy prevention for as long as ten years. If a woman decides she wishes to become pregnant, the device is removed in a straightforward procedure. Due to the longevity of effectiveness, however, we discuss this option at length, including possible side effects.
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You have options for affordable family planning. Visit Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine near Houston for reliable information and care.
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We offer general care, gynecology, and obstetrics services that span all stages of a woman's life. Dr. Taryll L. Jenkins, MD received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and Doctorate of Medicine from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine, TN. He completed his residency training at the University of Texas and Hermann Hospital, TX and is Board-certified from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with years of research experience.
Having graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelors of Science in Biological Chemistry in 2011, Dr. Stephanie Roy received her Doctor of Medicine Degree in 2015 from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Today she is a leading Board-certified physician who works hard to provide you and your family with high quality services. In addition to spending time at the practice, Dr. Roy possesses extensive volunteer experience in the community. She was also a tutor at the Medical Careers Diversity Program in 2012 and since then has spent her free time volunteering for the St. Vincent’s Clinic.
Dr. Tiffany Ikwuagwu is passionate about caring for the diverse communities in Katy and Houston, TX. Having completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Houston, her medical degree at the Baylor College of Medicine, and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the McGovern Medical School, she worked as principal investigator on a research project with Dr. Nana Ankumah at UT Houston. A member of the American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Dr. Ikwuagwu has served in several leadership roles and has made many contributions to the community.
Yara Ramirez, MD earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Baylor University and her doctorate in medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston where she also completed her residency. She won the Resident Teaching Award from UTMB’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for two consecutive years.
Dr. Ramirez has researched extensively on many obstetrics-related topics. She has been a Junior Fellow Representative for the UTMB Residency Program and a Medical Student Education Committee Member at the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has volunteered for various local and foreign community programs. Her fluency in Spanish and French is an asset to her organization.
Nadia Alexander is a Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center. With seven years of experience in women’s health and a focus on obstetrics and ambulatory gynecology (vaginitis, UTI, and vaginal bleeding), she provides quality, compassionate care to patients in various stages of reproductive life. She is fluent in English and Spanish and is the lead contact for our Telehealth service.
