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Sutter Gould Family Planning

Family planning is a unique and important part of women’s healthcare. Whether you are planning to avoid pregnancy or to get pregnant, family planning experts at Sutter Gould Medical Foundation can help you find the right option to meet your needs.

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Family Planning and Gynecological Services

Family planning choices are highly personal. Whether you are trying to get pregnant or avoid pregnancy, the gynecological and family planning specialists across the Sutter Health network can explain the many options available to you, and help you find a medical solution that meets your family planning needs.

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To avoid pregnancy, oral contraceptives or birth control pills are a well known and commonly used family planning method, which has a very high success rate of preventing pregnancy when taken correctly. Your doctor will work with you to decide what’s best for your health and needs.

If you are trying to conceive, it’s important to get your body ready for pregnancy. Start eating a healthy diet full of fruits, vegetables and lean protein. Try to get regular exercise. It’s not too late to start exercising moderately and eating well. If you smoke, now is the time to quit. Also be sure to avoid alcohol and exposure to toxic substances.

Most important, schedule a preconception appointment with your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe prenatal vitamins, recommend a pap smear, and make sure your vaccines are current. You and your doctor can discuss any health problems you have, and whether you need special care during pregnancy.  

 If you are having difficulty conceiving, diagnostic tests can help pinpoint a cause, which may include hormone testing, a hysterosalpingogram or pelvic laparoscopy.

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Fertility Services

If you’re having difficulty getting pregnant, consider connecting with a fertility specialist. In the Sutter Health network, we offer a wide range of programs for patients who want to start a family, from expert diagnosis and consultations, to medical treatments and procedures.

 

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Women have unique health care issues that require research and attention, such as pregnancy, prenatal care and menopause. Some diseases that can affect everyone are more common in women, including osteoporosis, urinary tract infections and depression or anxiety. Research looks for the causes of health problems in women, as well as effective treatment and prevention. 

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The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Maud E. Liva, M.D.

Maud E. Liva, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Jennifer T. Phung, M.D.

Jennifer T. Phung, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Eduardo Malvin B. Lacuna, Jr., M.D.

Eduardo Malvin B. Lacuna, Jr., M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Robert Howen, M.D.

Robert Howen, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Patricia L. Kennel, M.D.

Patricia L. Kennel, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

P. Adam Dodd, M.D.

P. Adam Dodd, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Nataliya Vang, M.D.

Nataliya Vang, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maya Nambisan, M.D.

Maya Nambisan, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Whitney LaClair, D.O.

Whitney LaClair, D.O.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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