Obstetrics and Gynecology is the branch of medicine dealing with healthcare
for women. A specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology is considered an
OB/GYN physician.
Obstetric medicine is focused on pregnancy, labor, and delivery. The branch
of medicine, Gynecology, concentrates on the diagnosis and treatment of
disorders affecting the female reproductive organs.
Some services offered by an OB/GYN include:
STD screenings
Birth control
Fertility testing
Infertility treatment
UTI treatment
Menopause management
Abnormal bleeding treatment
Endometriosis management
Hormone issues
Urinary incontinence treatment
Uterine cancer screening and treatment
Prenatal & postnatal care
Tubal Ligations
Women’s Health
General checkups for female reproductive organs
Surgeries: hysterectomy, myomectomy, dilation, curettage, etc.
Myrtue’s patient population that is seeking specialized women’s
health services has continued to rise over the past several years. In 2024,
Jennifer Bruck, ARNP, began partnering with Myrtue’s OB/GYN,
Dr. Kelly Anderson, providing gynecological services, obstretic support, and initial newborn
appointments in our Women's Health Center. Through this partnership, we
can continue to ensure that every woman who walks through our doors receives
the expert, compassionate, and personalized care she deserves.
Obstetrics Patient Care Outlook
Prenatal Care
Patients are able to start OB visits with a Myrtue maternity provider
as early as five to six weeks, or when they have a positive home pregnancy test. Once the pregnancy
has been confirmed, patients will begin the following timetable. Every
patient's story is unique. This care outlook is only a sample outline
and may be adjusted according to your needs, determined by you and your provider.
Positive Pregnancy Test - 28 Weeks
Appointments every four weeks
First initial ultrasound to establish due date
Genetic Testing + labs at 10 weeks
Anatomy ultrasound scan at 20 weeks
28 Weeks - 36 Weeks
Appointments every two weeks
Gestational Diabetes screening + labs at 28 weeks
May have an additional growth ultrasound at 28 weeks
May have additional limited ultrasound at 36 weeks checking for fetal weight
and amniotic fluid amount
Unique Care With Myrtue's OB/GYN
Sneak peak ultrasounds at
every prenatal appointment in our Women's Health Clinic with Dr. Kelly Anderson
or Jennifer Bruck, ARNP.
Postpartum Care
Myrtue's
Birthing Center provides comprehensive care for both mother and baby during their stay
with us. Your OB provider will complete daily visits with the delivering
mother to ensure that their body is healing correctly after giving birth.
In addition to this, one of Myrtue's trusted newborn providers, selected
by the parents, will perform a daily check-in with the newborn baby and
answer any questions you may have. This ensures that both mother and baby
are receiving the necessary care and attention to recover and thrive.
When the patients are discharged from the Birthing Center, they will be
scheduled for follow-up appointments for postpartum and newborn care.
At the Birthing Center, patients can rest easy knowing that they will receive
top-notch care from experienced providers and caring nurses. The facility
is designed to provide a comfortable and secured environment for both
mother and baby, with a focus on ensuring that they receive the support
and education to be prepared for life at home.
Meet Kelly Anderson, DO, FACOOG
Kelly Anderson, DO, Myrtue's board certified (FACOOG) OB/GYN, joined Myrtue's team in 2020,
and sees Obstetric and Gynecological patients in our Women's Health Center.
She is dedicated to being a lifelong partner of women’s health needs
and is an amazing asset to the Myrtue Medical Center team.
She performs surgeries two days a week and delivers babies in Myrtue's
Birthing Center. She also provides
outreach OB/GYN clinics in Manning and Audubon one day a month. Dr. Kelly Anderson is extensively
trained in women's health and prevention including annual exams, family
planning, breast health, and menopause management.
"I want my patients to feel comfortable talking to me about any troublesome
symptoms or embarrassing topics. I am passionate about educating my patients
on healthy lifestyles and promoting positive, life-long healthy changes.
It is important for my patients to know I am here for a lifetime of care
- not just the babies," Dr. Kelly Anderson expresses.
"I really enjoy the emotions involved in being an obstetrician. Delivering
babies creates an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation. It's fun
to be there, in the moment, as families experience the joy of welcoming
a new member to their family," stated Dr. Anderson.
Additional Resource
Count the Kicks is an organization whose goal is to educate expectant parents about the
importance of tracking baby movements during pregnancy. Once you reach
the third trimester, it is very important to start paying attention to
the movements of your little one. Knowing what’s normal for your
baby helps you notice when a possible change in their movements occur.
Count kicks every day -- preferably at the same time.
Time how long it takes your baby to get to 10 movements.
After a few days, you will begin to see a pattern for your baby.
Alert Myrtue’s Birthing Center or your maternity provider immediately
if a change in movement occurs (this may be the earliest or only sign
that your baby needs medical attention).
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