Pre-Conception Counseling And Genetic Screening Specialist
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Rodeo Drive Women's Health Center
Mental Health & OB/GYNs located in Beverly Hills, CA
All high-quality OB/GYN practitioners recommend preconception care for women considering getting pregnant. Rodeo Drive Women’s Health Center offers preconception counseling and genetic screenings, so you can learn about the potential risks of carrying a baby and confidently decide on your pregnancy endeavor. Contact Dr. Rebecca Brown, Dr. Jennifer Chen, Dr. Lily Lee, Dr. Rahil Patel, Dr. Henrietta Stancz-Szeder, Dr. Karen Toubi, Dr. Kathleen Valenton, Dr. Wendy Kim Waldman, and Dr. Peter Weiss -- experienced gynecologists -- at their Beverly Hills, California practice to solicit more valuable information on conceiving.
Pre-Conception Counseling and Genetic Screening Q & A
Why should I receive preconception counseling?
Preconception counseling helps you understand risks of any potential complications as well as measures you can take to minimize risk factors.
It involves interventions that aim to identify and modify biomedical, behavioral, and social risks through prevention and management. The ultimate goal of this service is to ensure the healthiest possible pregnancy experience for you and your future children.
What kind of issues do Rodeo Drive OB/GYNs address during preconception counseling?
Your doctor will address issues specific to your situation and needs during preconception counseling. Common issues include:
- Family planning
- Achieving a healthy body weight
- Screening and treatment for infectious diseases
- Updating appropriate immunizations
- Reviewing medications for teratogenic effects
- Genetic Carrier Screening for Inheritable Diseases
Women looking to get pregnant are recommended to take folic acid supplements to reduce the risk of neural tube defects. Your physician can also work with you to control your health conditions, and offer family planning services to avoid unintended pregnancies.
What is genetic screening?
Genetic screening, also known as genetic testing, is a medical test that aims to identify changes in your chromosomes, genes, or proteins. The results help to rule out a suspected genetic condition or to determine your chances of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
What are methods of genetic screening?
There are various ways to administer genetic screenings:
- Molecular genetic tests (or gene tests) study single genes or short lengths of DNA to identify variations or mutations that lead to a genetic disorder
- Chromosomal genetic tests analyze whole chromosomes or long lengths of DNA to identify any substantial genetic changes
- Biochemical genetic tests study the amount or activity level of proteins to identify any abnormalities that might indicate a genetic disorder
What are benefits of a genetic screening?
Genetic screenings offer benefits whether the results are positive or negative. For one thing, the results provide confirmation and ensure relief from uncertainty. They can also guide you to make informed decisions about managing your health and routines for care.
A negative result can eliminate the need for future check-ups and screenings, while a positive result can lead you toward prevention, monitoring, and treatment options. Test results play a significant role in your decision to have children.
Insurance We Accept
Rodeo Drive Women's Health Care's mission is to make exceptional health care more accessible. That’s why we work to accept most major PPO insurance plans and Medicare.
Start by calling your insurance to find out if Rodeo Women's Health Center is in your insurance plan’s network, please call the phone number on the back of your insurance card and provide them with our National Provider Identifier (or “NPI”) number 1295181956. If you seek care outside of your plan’s contract terms, you will be responsible for any charges incurred.
Words from our patients
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"They were excellent in finding out what was wrong with my son. I had just come from the Children's hospital. These people know what they are doing."
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"The staff was friendly and helpful. Dr Brown was super cool, very professional, a sense of humor , she made me feel very comfortable."
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"I thought she was terrific! I didn't wait very long, she is very knowledgable and smart, easy to talk to..."
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"...As far as Rodeo Drive Health Center, I have been going there for well over 4 years and love the place as it is all women and you feel very comfortable."
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"Dr. Valenton is awesome! If it weren't for her, I probably would have ended up with a c-section. Nothing wrong with a c-section, but she respected my desire..."
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"I love Dr Valenton she's so easy to talk to always makes me feel very comfortable and she's very understanding."
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"I instantly knew Dr. Valenton would be my new go to OBGYN when delivering my second baby (19 years after my first born) after our initial appointment."
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"Professional with a wonderful bedside manner. Not only is she intelligent, she is extremely personable."
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"The first time I met her, she made me feel at ease and made me feel like we've known each other for a while. It takes a special doctor to have great bedside manner."
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The staff and doctors are kind and very helpful. The atmosphere is very inviting. Filling out the medical forms was painless, due to their use of ipads to collect info.
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This office is very well-run and orderly, so much so that I rarely have to wait more than a few minutes in either the waiting room or in the exam room.
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I am much appreciated of my Dr. my nurse and everyone else who helps run this amazing office. Everyone is friendly, professional and above all caring.
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The office is efficient and has a great location. The medical service and bedside manner is excellent and very friendly.
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Staff is professional, friendly and attentive. Dr. always takes the time to inquire on the generality of my life and is very thorough...
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Amazing!! The office was attentive and timely during my appointment. I’m definetly making them my source of primary care.
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The best doctor.I flew from NY just to see him.Very kind and give his full attention to patients needs.Thank You.Dr Weiss.
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Dr Weiss is very kind empathetic and knowledgeable. Hard to find this combination in today’s world. I highly recommend him. Thank you Dr Weiss!
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Excellent Service. Dr Jennifer is an amazing doctor and is very professional.
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Dr. Chen is amazing. She’s super caring and attentive to my questions, needs, and is always such a calming presence. Plus, she’s extremely knowledgable and smart.
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Dr. Chen, is very nice and knowledgeable. She has a very cool but thorough approach when talking about even the most sensitive issues.
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I LOVE the care I get at Rode Drive Women's Health Center. Dr. Valenton is warm, cares about my wellbeing, and always finds the solution that is right for me and my body.
