Expert OB/GYN Care in South Charleston, WV
Your OB/GYN is your partner through some of the most important health moments of your life — from family planning and pregnancy to gynecological care and beyond. At Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV , you can trust board-certified OB/GYNs Kiran Patel, MD, and Dr. Akhil Patel, alongside board-certified family medicine physician Leela Patel, MD, to provide exceptional obstetric and gynecological care for your reproductive and pelvic health.
When you’re searching for a trusted OB/GYN in South Charleston, WV or Kanawha County, look no further. Call (304) 766-4300 to schedule an appointment or book online using our convenient scheduling tool.
What Is an OB/GYN?
An OB/GYN is a physician specializing in both obstetrics and gynecology. An obstetrician provides medical care for women during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum period. A gynecologist manages all aspects of a woman’s reproductive and pelvic health — from routine well-woman exams to the diagnosis and treatment of complex gynecological conditions.
At Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc, our board-certified OB/GYNs offer the highest quality care across the full spectrum of women’s health — whether you are planning a pregnancy, expecting a baby, or seeking care for a gynecological concern.
What Does Obstetric Care Include?
Comprehensive pregnancy care at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc begins before you even conceive. Our team provides preconception counseling to help you prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy. If you are having difficulty conceiving, we also offer fertility evaluations and counseling to help identify and address the underlying cause.
Once you are pregnant, our obstetric team provides thorough prenatal care to monitor the health and well-being of both you and your baby throughout every stage of your pregnancy. If you have risk factors such as a multiple pregnancy or a pre-existing health condition, our team manages these proactively to help ensure the best possible outcome.
Prenatal care at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc includes:
- Comprehensive blood work and lab testing — available on-site through our LabCorp partnership
- In-office 3D and 4D ultrasound
- Gestational diabetes testing
- Cystic fibrosis and neural tube defect screening
- Noninvasive prenatal genetic testing
Our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for your peace of mind. Dr. Kiran Patel delivers at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV , where a compassionate, family-centered labor and delivery team is ready to welcome your new arrival. The hospital features a special care nursery with a neonatologist on staff, a lactation consultant, childbirth and baby care classes, breastfeeding support, and even a complimentary car seat for your trip home.
What Gynecological Services Are Offered at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc?
Our OB/GYN team provides a comprehensive range of gynecology services for women at every stage of life in South Charleston, WV and throughout Kanawha County, including:
- Annual well-woman visits and preventive health exams
- Birth control counseling, prescriptions, and insertion of IUDs and implants
- Pap smears and follow-up care for abnormal results and cervical dysplasia
- Cervical, ovarian, and breast cancer screenings
- Endometriosis evaluation and biopsy
- Abnormal uterine bleeding diagnosis and treatment
- Pelvic pain evaluation and management
- STD screening
For conditions requiring surgical intervention, our team offers advanced NovaSure® endometrial ablation for heavy menstrual bleeding and da Vinci® robotic hysterectomy — minimally invasive procedures that deliver effective results with shorter recovery times.
For trusted OB/GYN care in South Charleston, WV , call (304) 766-4300 or book your appointment online with Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc today.
Frequently Asked Questions – OB/GYN in South Charleston, WV
What is the difference between an obstetrician and a gynecologist?
An obstetrician specializes in pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care, while a gynecologist focuses on women’s reproductive and pelvic health outside of pregnancy. Most OB/GYNs — including the providers at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc in South Charleston, WV — are trained in both specialties and can provide comprehensive care across all stages of a woman’s life.
When should I start seeing an OB/GYN?
Most women should begin seeing an OB/GYN in their late teens or early twenties for routine well-woman exams and Pap smears. However, you should see an OB/GYN sooner if you are sexually active, experiencing irregular periods, pelvic pain, or any other reproductive health concerns. If you are planning a pregnancy, scheduling a preconception visit is also strongly recommended.
What prenatal care services does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc provides comprehensive prenatal care from preconception counseling through labor, delivery, and postpartum support. Services include in-office blood work, 3D and 4D ultrasound, gestational diabetes testing, genetic testing, and management of high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Kiran Patel delivers at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV .
What gynecological conditions does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc treat?
Our OB/GYN team treats a wide range of conditions including endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, cervical dysplasia, and pelvic organ prolapse. We also provide cancer screenings for cervical, ovarian, and breast cancer and offer surgical treatment when needed.
Does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer minimally invasive gynecologic surgery?
Yes. Our OB/GYN team offers advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery including laparoscopic surgery, hysteroscopic procedures, NovaSure® endometrial ablation, and da Vinci® robotic hysterectomy. These procedures offer effective treatment with smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
What hospital does Dr. Kiran Patel deliver at?
Dr. Kiran Patel delivers at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV , which features a state-of-the-art, family-centered labor and delivery unit with a special care nursery, neonatologist on staff, lactation consultant, childbirth and baby care classes, and a complimentary car seat for new families.
How do I schedule an OB/GYN appointment in South Charleston, WV ?
Scheduling an appointment at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc is easy. Call our South Charleston, WV office at (304) 766-4300 or use our online booking tool to request your appointment. We are accepting new patients from throughout South Charleston, Kanawha County, and surrounding West Virginia communities and look forward to providing you with exceptional women’s health care.