Obstetrics

Obstetrics

The “OB” in OB/GYN is about far more than delivering babies – it encompasses all of the counseling, support, diagnostics and treatment from the initial idea of becoming pregnant through prenatal care and delivery to postpartum care.

And Providers at Lifeline Medical Associates offer the highest quality prenatal and postpartum care, affording patients the greatest opportunity for a safe and successful pregnancy.

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This all begins well in advance of becoming pregnant – when just beginning to plan for pregnancy. Why should you see an obstetrician before becoming pregnant?

A preconception checkup can help you:

  • Ensure that you are taking prenatal vitamins and leading a healthy lifestyle, benefitting you and your baby throughout the pregnancy.
  • Understand any personal risk factors you may have, including reviewing your medical history and your family history, especially related to potential genetic issues.
  • Check that all immunizations are up to date and all prescribed and over-the-counter medications, as well as any supplements, are safe in pregnancy.
  • Develop a plan to keep mother and baby healthy before, during and after your pregnancy.

As you progress through your pregnancy, Providers at Lifeline Medical Associates will:

  • Monitor your health and your baby’s health.
  • Help you identify, prevent and treat the symptoms often associated with pregnancy, including morning sickness, leg cramps and heartburn.
  • Advise you on how to stay healthy with appropriate diet and safe, adequate exercise.
  • Provide answers to your questions about pregnancy, delivery and postpartum.
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Providers at Lifeline Medical Associates will also utilize their expertise and experience to manage pregnancy-related health concerns, including those associated with high-risk pregnancies and/or chronic illnesses.

Postpartum care will include:

  • Routine postpartum care to help you with normal healing after delivery while caring for a newborn.
  • Encouraging and supporting breastfeeding.
  • Following up with you to detect and address any signs of postpartum depression.
  • Continuing to monitor medical issues that may have occurred during the pregnancy, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes.
  • Continuing to monitor medical issues that may have occurred during the pregnancy, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes.

Continuing to monitor medical issues that may have occurred during the pregnancy, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes.

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for Lifeline Medical Associates:

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Dr. Maxwell is always professional, thorough and compassionate.

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Dr Iammatteo takes his time and never rushes through appts.

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Have been a patient for many years under the care of Dr. Sutherland, who has recently retired. Chose Dr. Maxwell to continue my care going forward and was very satisfied with her care. She made me feel comfortable and was very thorought.

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PA Hearn was very knowledgeable and personable.

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Thorough visit with Ashely, APN. Seen on time. Ashley is kind and a good listener.

Pap Smear

Did not have to wait very long. Faith was personable and very professional.

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dr took time, explained thoroughly. Very informative

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As always

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Dr DeFalco and staff are always professional and friendly. She always listens to concerns or updates and I appreciate any suggestions from her. It was very convenient to also have my mammogram and ultrasound at the same time.

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Go out of the way to make you comfortable

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I waited a total of 5 minutes. The APN was also amazing and very friendly. I really love this APN.

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Dr. Bernard-Roberts is very pleasant and efficient, easy to talk to.

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I have been at this practice for 17 years because of the great doctors and staff

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Everybody was very efficient

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Danielle is professional, personable and knowledgeable. Waiting time was very short. Office was clean.

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Dr Ross is compassionate and very friendly. It’s always a pleasure seeing her.

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Kind, friendly, quick

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All staff and Dr. Bowers are friendly and attentive

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From the receptionist to the Dr., everything was explained with professionalism and kindness!

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While I was in the office, I was put at ease, and I was treated with respect and professionalism.