Quote:
Originally Posted by cherrypie
I don't understand why american women go to the gyno so often either. Our gp does all the screening necessary and sends you to the gyno when something comes up. You don't even see a gyn/ob when you are pregnant unless their is a problem. That seems to work fine.
|
I don't really get it either (and I'm American, lol). I used to live in a rural area and I saw my general practitioner for everything, including "well woman" exams and paps. Actually now that I think about it, I still went to a gp for paps even after moving to a metropolitan area. The first time I used an obgyn was when I was pregnant last year.
OP - I agree, talk to your pcp about whether there are any benefits to seeing a separate doc. Can your pcp do any exams you may be needing? If so, it seems excessive to have another physician. Just my thoughts.