Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners in Fort Sam Houston, Texas

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About Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners: Obstetrics & Gynecology NPs: Obstetrics and Gynecology Nurse Practitioners takes additional training in subspecialties specific to female reproductive and sexual health, so their focus is on treating women who are of reproductive age in matters related to fertility and childbirth. Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner (OGNP) takes care of pregnant women before, during, and immediately after labor, and may oversee the birthing process. OBNPs also care for women's health-related needs, such as routine pelvic exams, birth control advice, and other reproductive health issues.

1 Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioners found in Fort Sam Houston
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Melanie Diane Benson, APN, CNM

Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner
3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, TX - 78234
210-539-9582    

Other Nurse Practitioners in Fort Sam Houston, TX: Acute Care NP20 Adult Health NP5 Family NP80 Gerontology NP1 Neonatal NP1 Nurse Practitioner NP29 Pediatrics NP6 Primary Care NP4 Psych/Mental Health NP7 Women's Health NP5
Nurse Practitioner (NPs) are also referred as an ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner) or APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse). Nurse Practitioners have more authority than registered nurses(RNs) and have similar responsibilities to that of a doctor. They can serve as a primary care or specialty care providers and typically focus their care on a specific population such as families, children, or the elderly. NPs can be specialized in various fields like Cardiology, Emergency, Family practice, Geriatrics, Neonatology, Nephrology, Oncology, Pediatrics, Primary care, Psychiatry, School health, Women's health. NPs provides a broad range of health care services, which includes:
  • Taking the person's history, performing a physical exam, and ordering laboratory tests and procedures.
  • Diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases.
  • Writing prescriptions and coordinating referrals.
  • Providing education on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles.
  • Performing certain procedures, such as a bone marrow biopsy or lumbar puncture.
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