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12 July, 2004
Question:

Where can I find materials that I can give to my non-observant doctor that would explain what he needs to know about the relevant Halacha for regular gynecological visits, pregnancy and delivery? I am newly observant and don’t have any children yet, so I don’t know much about it myself either. Thanks.


Answer:

Please refer your physician to the section of our website for health care professionals, Jewish Womens Health, designed for exactly the type of situation you are describing. You can also look there yourself and print out the relevant pages to bring to your appointment.

For yourself, our website has articles on many of the common situations and procedures. You may also want to register for our free Marriage Companion review course, which includes detailed units on halachic aspects of women’s health and the reproductive life cycle.

This internet service does not preclude, override or replace the psak of any rabbinical authority. It is the responsibility of the questioner to inform us of any previous consultation or ruling. As even slight variation in circumstances may have Halachic consequences, views expressed concerning one case may not be applied to other, seemingly similar cases. All health and health-related information contained within Nishmat's Women's Health & Halacha Web site is intended to be general in nature and should not be used as a substitute for consulting with your health care professional. The advice is intended to offer a basis for individuals to discuss their medical condition with their health care provider but not individual advice. Although every effort is made to ensure that the material within Nishmat's Women's Health & Halacha Web site is accurate and timely, it is provided for the convenience of the Web site user but should not be considered official. Advice for actual medical practice should be obtained from a licensed health care professional.

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