Midwife or OB-GYN: Care Team Questions

OB-GYN

A physician trained in obstetric and gynecologic care. Ask the practice what services and birth settings it offers.

Midwife

Midwives have different credentials and scopes. Ask about the individual's certification, license, birth setting and collaboration arrangements.

Choose your questions

Choose what matters to you, then print your list if useful.

Care and collaboration What are your credentials and license? Who provides my prenatal visits and attends the birth? How do you work with an OB-GYN or a midwife on the team? When would a specialist or hospital transfer be discussed?

Practical details Which hospitals or birth centers are available? How can I reach the team after hours? Does my insurance cover this clinician and birth setting? How are my preferences included in the care plan?

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There is no automatic match

The right arrangement depends on your health, preferences, location and the clinicians available. Ask a licensed care team what options fit your circumstances. Some practices include both midwives and OB-GYNs.

Sources: ACOG prenatal care and ACOG and ACNM joint statement.

Questions people ask

Can a midwife and an OB-GYN work together?

Yes. Some practices include both and coordinate care. Ask how consultation and transfer work in the setting you choose.

Does this tool decide which clinician I need?

No. It provides questions to discuss with a licensed care team.

Midwife or OB-GYN: questions to ask

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OB-GYN

Midwife

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There is no automatic match

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Midwife

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