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The patient advocate

R H Jennings1

  • 1Watson Clinic LLP, Lakeland, FL 33805, USA.

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|August 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Obstetrician-gynecologists must advocate for women

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Area of Science:

  • Women's Health
  • Public Health
  • Medical Practice

Background:

  • The practice environment for obstetrician-gynecologists is evolving.
  • Significant social and medical issues persist for women.
  • Obstetrician-gynecologists serve as primary care providers for many women.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the evolving role of obstetrician-gynecologists.
  • To emphasize the need for patient advocacy in women's health.
  • To identify key areas where advocacy is crucial.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current trends in women's healthcare.
  • Analysis of the obstetrician-gynecologist's role as a primary care provider.
  • Identification of critical social and medical issues impacting women.

Main Results:

  • Obstetrician-gynecologists are uniquely positioned to address women's health concerns.
  • Advocacy is essential in areas such as sex education and domestic violence.
  • Proactive engagement is needed for teenage pregnancy and healthy lifestyle promotion.

Conclusions:

  • Obstetrician-gynecologists must actively advocate for patients.
  • Comprehensive care includes addressing sex education, contraception, and domestic violence.
  • Promoting healthy lifestyles and informed healthcare decisions is vital.

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