Web Resources
The internet is a great resource for medical information. You have to be careful however, to verify the accuracy of the information you receive. Here are a few sites which may help get you started in your search for more information about Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Midwifery!
http://southshorehospital.org
This is the website for our affiliate, South Shore Hospital in Weymouth.
http://www.acog.org
This is the website of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. It has a lot of useful information on Women's health issues.
http://www.4woman.org
This website and toll-free call center was created to provide health information for women everywhere. It has a database and special sections on topic areas like heart disease, disabilities and pregnancy.
http://www.modimes.org
The March of Dimes is devoted to the prevention of birth defects.
http://www.parentsplace.com
This iVillage/ParentsPlace.com service area is designed for educational purposes on health related topics.
http://www.obgyn.net
A physician reviewed service offering doctors, nurses, practitioners, students, researchers and women a home for publishing and accessing global information. News, events, CME, subjects by category, forums, directories, medical products and career opportunities are quickly accessible. Web address:
http://www.acnm.org
This is the website of the American College of Nurse Midwives.
Other Links to Try
http://www.icea.org
International Childbirth Education Association Inc. (ICEA)
http://www.dona.org
Doulas of North America (DONA)