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Medical Gynecology

Sometimes making a baby is not easy. We offer evaluation of infertility, and repeated miscarriages. In office ultrasound and intrauterine insemination is available (IUI). We work with infertility doctors at the Seattle Reproductive Medicine, or a fertility clinic of your choice should you choose IVF.

Infertility evaluation and treatment

Sometimes making a baby is not easy. We offer evaluation of infertility, and repeated miscarriages. In office ultrasound and intrauterine insemination is available (IUI). We work with infertility doctors at the Seattle Reproductive Medicine, or a fertility clinic of your choice should you choose IVF.

What is the difference between an annual wellness and problem visit?

First appointment forms - you can print these out, fill them in and bring them with you to your first appointment:

Insurance

Please bring a photo ID and insurance card to your appointments. We can work with you and your insurance company as well as offer payment plans.

Who attends to the majority of births?

The majority of births are attended to by your chosen midwife rather than the "on-call" health care provider. We want to be with you every step of the way to ensure the healthiest birth possible.

What is ultrasound used for in pregnancy?

Being experienced providers in the pregnancy process, we are skilled at using ultrasound to determine baby's position, ensure that there is enough amniotic fluid, and maybe even see baby's heartbeat for the first time!

Do midwives have office visits?

Office visits with our midwives are generally longer than you will find with other health care providers, and we would love to help answer any questions you have as you move along in your pregnancy, or questions you have about your health.

Does Fairbanks Memorial Hospital have a labor tub?

We are proud to be associated with the Women's Center at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, which offers private rooms where labor, delivery and recovery take place. A labor tub is available to help a woman relax through the birth process. Because we deliver in the hospital setting, emergency situations can be handled promptly and safely.

Does Denali Kidcare cover midwife visits?

All major insurance carriers, including Denali KidCare, will cover nurse midwife deliveries and visits with your midwife in the office, just as it would if you choose to see a doctor.