Are you pregnant or thinking of having a baby and want to consult a specialist for routine prenatal care? Did you develop any complications during your pregnancy that might affect you or your baby? Do you need specialist advice on diet, exercise, or medications during pregnancy?
At our Virtual Health Clinic, you can speak to a doctor online and get a referral to an Obstetrician who will take care of you and your baby before and during your pregnancy, during birth, and after giving birth.
Obstetrics deals with the wellbeing of a mother and her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period. Obstetrics also aims to provide care for women with certain medical conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, lupus, diabetes, history of miscarriages, congenital heart disease, etc., during pregnancy to prevent maternal complications and ensure a healthy outcome. Gynecology and obstetrics are twin subjects since both deal with the female reproductive system.
A person that specializes in both of these fields is referred as ‘’OB-GYN’’, whereas a person who specializes only in the field of obstetrics is referred as an ‘obstetrician’. An obstetrician provides prenatal care, support during pregnancy and labor, support after childbirth, and is trained to deal with a wide range of pregnancy and childbirth complications such as fetal distress, uterine rupture, ectopic pregnancy, uterine rupture, prolapsed cord, etc. Pregnant women are advised to see an obstetrician once every month during their pregnancy. Obstetricians are also trained to perform a wide range of procedures including circumcision, cervical cerclage, cesarean delivery, vaginal delivery, and episiotomy.
Ensures wellbeing of the pregnant mother and fetus Continuous monitoring with the help of routine ultrasounds, measurements, and tests Receive help in dealing with morning sickness, heartburn, and other pregnancy issues Collaboration with nurse-midwives, nurses, and physicians to ensure comprehensive care Early diagnosis and treatment of ectopic pregnancy Provides help in embracing motherhood Early diagnosis of congenital abnormalities Assistance with postpartum depression concerns Receive advice on contraception and how to use intra uterine conceptive devices.Pregnant women are advised to have balanced meals that include whole grains, lean meat, fruits, and vegetables. Consuming foods rich in saturated fats, alcohol, and smoking are to be strictly avoided. Consult your doctor about dietary recommendations.
Yes. You will need a referral from a practitioner to see an Obstetrician or an Obstetrician-Gynecologist (OB-GYN).
Yes. The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) covers the costs for most of the services related to pregnancy and childbirth.
You can cancel your appointment by sending an email to operations@virtualhealthclinic.com Include your first name and last name in the subject line. You may also call or text the clinic at 844-222-7200.
Yes, you can get your prescriptions refilled or renewed by our healthcare providers after your consultation. If it is deemed safe and medically appropriate, a copy of your prescription will be sent electronically to a pharmacy of your choice, after which you can either pick up or choose to get them delivered to your home.
Our virtual doctors at the Virtual Health Clinic offer consultations in various languages including English, Farsi, French, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Swahili, and Urdu.
You will need your phone, tablet, or computer with internet connection, to speak to a doctor online. You will also need to have access to your email address to confirm your appointment details.
You will need your phone, tablet, or computer with internet connection, to speak to a doctor online. You will also need to have access to your email address to confirm your appointment details.
