Obstetrics & Gynecology Care in South Charleston, WV
Welcoming your family’s newest arrival is our privilege. At Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc, we are committed to supporting you with the highest quality care throughout every stage of your pregnancy — from preconception through delivery and postpartum recovery.
A healthy pregnancy begins before conception. Our team will counsel you on how to prepare your body for motherhood, help you manage any risk factors once you become pregnant, and monitor both your health and your baby’s growth with regular visits. We offer comprehensive in-office ultrasound services performed by highly skilled technicians using advanced equipment, as well as on-site lab services for all your prenatal blood testing — so most of your pregnancy care can happen right here in our South Charleston, WV office.
Call (304) 766-4300 today or use our online booking tool to schedule your first prenatal visit.
Prenatal & Obstetric Care at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc
You can feel confident knowing our care team is available around the clock. We offer an after-hours answering service so you can always reach the on-call provider for any urgent concerns — 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Dr. Kiran Patel and Dr. Akhil Patel proudly deliver at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV , whose newly renovated labor and delivery unit offers family-centered care, compassionate staff, a special care nursery with a neonatologist on staff, and a warm welcome to every new family. The hospital also provides childbirth and baby care classes, a breastfeeding class, a lactation consultant, and even a complimentary car seat for your new arrival’s journey home.
Our obstetric services include:
- Routine and high-risk obstetrics
- Fertility and infertility evaluation
- Contraception counseling and management
- Preconception counseling
- 3D and 4D in-office ultrasound
- Routine prenatal labs — available on-site
- Cystic fibrosis screening
- AFP (neural tube and spinal defect) screening
- Glucose screening for gestational diabetes
- Noninvasive prenatal genetic testing
Pregnancy Resources
Is This Medication Safe During Pregnancy?
View our list of common medications considered safe during pregnancy. Contact us at (304) 766-4300 with any questions.
After-Hours Questions
Our after-hours answering service connects you with the on-call provider for any urgent pregnancy concerns. Don’t hesitate to call.
Nutrition During Pregnancy
Learn about healthy eating during pregnancy with nutritional guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
Gynecological Services in South Charleston, WV
In addition to our obstetric care, Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offers a full spectrum of gynecology services for women at every stage of life throughout South Charleston, WV and Kanawha County. Our gynecology services include, but are not limited to:
- Routine gynecologic visits and well-woman exams
- Contraception counseling and management
- Pap smears and cervical cancer screening
- Infertility services and evaluation
- Breast and ovarian cancer screening
- Abnormal Pap smear follow-up and cervical dysplasia management
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial biopsy
- Abnormal uterine bleeding diagnosis and treatment
- Pelvic pain evaluation and management
Advanced Gynecologic Treatments & Resources
Our practice stays at the forefront of women’s health by offering the latest minimally invasive treatment options. Learn more about the advanced treatments available at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc:
- da Vinci® Robotic Hysterectomy — For women with gynecologic conditions that may require removal of the uterus, da Vinci® robotic hysterectomy offers a minimally invasive surgical option with smaller incisions, less scarring, and faster recovery than traditional open surgery.
- Liletta® IUD — An FDA-approved hormonal intrauterine contraceptive placed during a routine office visit. Liletta® is a highly effective, long-acting birth control option. Learn more at our birth control page.
- Nexplanon® Implant — A small, flexible contraceptive implant inserted discreetly under the skin of the upper arm, providing up to three years of continuous pregnancy prevention with no daily dosing required.
- Minerva Endometrial Ablation — A minimally invasive, in-office treatment that targets the causes of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) without the need for medication or organ removal. Learn more about abnormal bleeding treatment at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc.
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) — As a proud ACOG member practice, we encourage patients to use the ACOG website as a trusted resource for women’s health information and answers to common questions.
Frequently Asked Questions – Obstetrics & Gynecology in South Charleston, WV
What obstetric services does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer in South Charleston, WV ?
Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc provides comprehensive obstetric care including preconception counseling, routine and high-risk prenatal care, in-office 3D and 4D ultrasound, gestational diabetes screening, cystic fibrosis screening, AFP testing, noninvasive genetic testing, and routine prenatal labs — all available on-site in our South Charleston, WV office.
Where does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc deliver babies?
Dr. Kiran Patel and Dr. Akhil Patel deliver at Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, WV . The hospital’s newly renovated labor and delivery unit features family-centered care, a special care nursery with a neonatologist on staff, a lactation consultant, childbirth education classes, and a complimentary car seat for every new family.
Is after-hours care available during my pregnancy?
Yes. Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offers an after-hours answering service that connects you with the on-call provider for any urgent concerns during your pregnancy. You can reach the on-call provider any time by calling (304) 766-4300. Your peace of mind is our priority throughout every stage of your pregnancy.
What gynecological services are available at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc?
Our gynecology services include routine well-woman exams, Pap smears and cervical cancer screening, contraception counseling, infertility evaluation, breast and ovarian cancer screening, colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, abnormal uterine bleeding treatment, and pelvic pain management.
What birth control options does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer?
We offer a full range of contraception options including Liletta® IUDs, Paragard® copper IUDs, Nexplanon® implants, birth control pills, hormonal injections, patches, vaginal rings, and natural family planning counseling. All IUD and implant insertions are performed right in our South Charleston, WV office.
Does Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc offer high-risk pregnancy care?
Yes. Our OB/GYN team is experienced in managing high-risk pregnancies, including those involving multiple babies, advanced maternal age, gestational diabetes, and pre-existing maternal health conditions. We monitor both mother and baby closely throughout pregnancy to ensure the best possible outcome for your family.
How do I schedule an obstetrics or gynecology appointment at Patel & Patel, M.D., Inc?
Call our South Charleston, WV office at (304) 766-4300 or use our online booking tool to schedule your appointment. We welcome new OB/GYN and obstetric patients from throughout South Charleston, Kanawha County, and surrounding West Virginia communities.