How to find the best obstetrician in Katy

If you’re thinking about having a baby or if the pregnancy test has already displayed a positive result, it’s likely that you’re thinking about who to turn to for care during your pregnancy. Having an obstetrician you like and trust will be key in ensuring that you have a happy and healthy pregnancy. Because you will spend a great deal of time with this physician and his team over the next nine months, it’s important to find someone who not only has the education and experience you need, but a trusting relationship that you want.

When looking for an obstetrician, consider the following points:

Ask for a referral – If you don’t have a gynecologist who offers obstetrics as well, ask your friends and family for a referral. This is often more effective than starting with the yellow pages or an internet web search. Finding a physician that someone you know and trust has a good relationship with can help to ease a lot of your anxiety.
Consider the location – During the first several months of your pregnancy, you’ll only have one appointment every four weeks. However, as you get closer to your due date, you’ll have appointments every other, and then every, week. Finding a physician with an office close to where you work, go to school, or live will be much more convenient.
Check out the hospital – If there’s a particular hospital, make sure that the obstetrician you choose delivers babies at that facility. If there’s only one hospital where your obstetrician works, consider taking a tour of the facility to make sure that you like it as well.
Schedule a consultation – Once you have a physician selected, it can be helpful to schedule a face-to-face meeting. This is a good time to determine if you feel comfortable with the person, if he takes his time to listen to your concerns and answer all of your questions. Furthermore, if you feel strongly about certain things such a birthing plan, this gives you an opportunity to find out if your beliefs will be supported by his practice.

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Dr. Taryll Jenkins and the group of experienced and attentive staff at Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine have helped countless women in Katy, TX, deliver healthy babies. They understand that pregnancy can be as confusing and overwhelming as it is exciting and joyful. The entire practice operates with the belief that every patient is an individual and they treat each one as a unique person. As Dr. Jenkins and the team of doctors provide gynecology and other women’s health services, they often have lasting relationships with the patients that extend well past their pregnancy. For more information about the obstetric services offered by the team, call the Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine office today.

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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 his 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 Bachelor 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.

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.

Dr. Matthew Mason, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology from both the University of Texas at San Antonio and Austin (where he also earned a secondary degree in Business Foundations), he earned his MD from the Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Mason completed his residency at the Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, NY, at the Jacobs School of Medicine. Known for his expertise in high-risk obstetrics and advanced surgical procedures, he is a published author and a Junior Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Nadia Alexander is a Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master 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.

Kaila White, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in nursing. She earned her Master’s and Doctorate of Nursing from the University of South Alabama and began her career in 2017 as an oncology nurse in Tampa, FL. Her extensive experience spans medical-surgical, oncology, hospice, geriatrics, labor and delivery, and high-acuity travel nursing. Kaila has also served as an adjunct clinical nursing professor at the University of Houston. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care and empowering women through education and advocacy.

Jacklyn “Jackie” Chestnut, MSN, WHNP-BC, is a compassionate and experienced Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering women through personalized care. With over ten years of experience, she began her career as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse at Memorial Hermann Memorial City. Jackie holds a BSN from Houston Baptist University and an MSN from Kent State University. Her expertise spans reproductive and sexual health, menopause management, and hormone therapy. Beyond her clinical work, Jackie is actively involved in a Christian women’s nonprofit, where she mentors and fosters community.