When you’re expecting, finding the best OBGYN in Houston is important

If you’ve recently learned that you’re pregnant, your mind is probably on finding the best obstetrician to care for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy. If you already have a gynecologist who also provides obstetric services, also known as an OBGYN, this may be a seamless transition in your care. However, if you don’t currently have a physician to turn to, it will be important to find one quickly, as prenatal care is critical to the health of both the mother and the baby.

Dr. Taryll Jenkins of Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine knows how important the relationship between doctor and patient is during a pregnancy. In addition to all the physical changes a woman goes through, she often has many emotional changes and questions along the way. Here, Dr. Jenkins provides several tips for patients who are searching for an obstetrician.

Start with referrals – Do you have a friend who likes her obstetrician? Get the phone number! We turn to our friends and family for referrals for stylists and furniture galleries, why should patient care be any different.
Meet with the physician and the team – Take the time to schedule a consultation. In addition to learning about their approach to patient care, take in the office environment. Do appointments run on time? Are other patients happy? Does the team greet you and make you feel welcome? Do you feel comfortable with the physician?
Consider location – While, for some, medical specialty locations may not be critical, a pregnant woman will visit the obstetrician many times over the course of the pregnancy. During the first several months, patients have a scheduled checkup only once a month, but as the due date approaches, those visits increase to once per week. It’s important to understand this schedule and the implications of a long or inconvenient commute.

If you’re expecting and are looking for prenatal care, call the office of Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine today. Dr. Jenkins has helped countless women in the Houston area navigate their pregnancy and deliver happy and healthy babies.

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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.