Re: 2 weeks over
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 26 Feb 2001 21:42:14 -0600 (CST)
Although 41 weeks is not the standard of care, it is being actively
discussed.
HSM
At Sun, 25 Feb 2001, Heidi wrote:
>
>Dr. Marchbein,
>My OB told me at the very first appt, that he never lets his patients beyond
>41 weeks. I'm very grateful for that.
>Heidi
>>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D."
>
>> You have the right to be induced at 42 weeks for the safety of the baby.
>> You have the right to discuss your concerns about your upcoming delivery
>> and if unhappy, you have the right to switch doctors even at this late
>> date - not necessarily what I would suggest but you do have the right.
>> You also have a right to give him/her a piece of your mind about this
>> but I worry that when I give away a piece of my mind, I may not get it
>> back :-)
>>
>> Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
>>
>> HSM
>>
>> At Sat, 24 Feb 2001, Rhonda wrote:
>> >
>> >I am going on 42 weeks. My son was born at 41 weeks and was very large.
>> >Why is the doctor not concerned that this one will be too large. I have
>> >asked to be induced, only to find out the reason he didn't is because he
>> >had to leave town. Now not only am I mad at him for not telling me he
>> >was leaving, I am worried the baby may stress during delivery due to
>> >being so large. What are my rights to get on with the delivery of this
>> >child?
>>
>> --
>> Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
>> Great Neck, New York
>>
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
**Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only
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