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Provider Perception And Office Practices Of The Initial Prenatal Visit Pre – Coronavirus 2019 Pandemic, Arlin Delgado, Emma Hale, Jay Schulkin, Charles Macri, Kimberly Fryer
Provider Perception And Office Practices Of The Initial Prenatal Visit Pre – Coronavirus 2019 Pandemic, Arlin Delgado, Emma Hale, Jay Schulkin, Charles Macri, Kimberly Fryer
Florida Public Health Review
Background Prenatal Care is a critical aspect of women’s health and current literature shows adequate care significantly reduces risk of adverse outcomes. With scientific advancement, the initial prenatal visit is increasingly tasked with more objectives that leave providers with barriers to provide appropriate and adequate care.
Purpose The aim of this survey study was to determine clinical practices of the initial prenatal visit – regarding history taking, counseling, lab work and screening prior to the onset of COVID-19 Pandemic.
Methods A one-time anonymous provider survey was distributed electronically to all obstetrics providers in the Tampa Bay Region in Florida. Descriptive …