Women's Health & Prevention
Preconception counselling
Preparing your body and health before pregnancy.
What it is
A visit before trying to conceive to review medical conditions, medicines, vaccinations and nutrition — including starting folic acid.
Who it's for
Women planning a pregnancy, especially those with diabetes, high blood pressure, epilepsy or a previous complicated pregnancy.
What to expect
- Review of your health and medicines
- Blood tests as needed
- Advice on folic acid, weight and timing
Common questions
When should I start folic acid?
Doctors who provide this service
Dr. Gebresilassie Andualem
Head of Department; Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gynecologic Laparoscopic Surgeon · Gynecologic Oncology Fellow
- Laparoscopic myomectomy
- Laparoscopic hysterectomy
- Fibroids and pelvic masses
- Gynecologic cancer surgery
Dr. Haile Gilcha
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Obstetrics & Gynecology · Feto-Maternal Medicine Subspecialist
- High-risk pregnancy
- Obstetric ultrasound
- Hypertension in pregnancy
- Diabetes in pregnancy
Dr. Mekonen Kebede
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Antenatal care
- Labor and delivery
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Family planning
Dr. Sergute-sellassie Tebebe
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Antenatal care
- Ovarian cysts
- Menstrual disorders
- Postnatal care
Dr. Senayit Gebrewold
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology; OB/GYN Residency Coordinator
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Antenatal care
- Menopause care
- Contraception
- Resident training
Dr. Tsegazeab Tsehaye
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Antenatal care
- Labor and delivery
- Gynecologic surgery
