Obstetrics
Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) counselling
Help deciding between a planned repeat cesarean and trying for a vaginal birth.
What it is
After one cesarean, many women can safely try for a vaginal birth. VBAC counselling reviews your previous birth and current pregnancy to help you decide.
Who it's for
Pregnant women who have had one or more previous cesarean sections.
What to expect
- Review of the reason for your previous cesarean and how it was done
- A discussion of benefits and risks, including scar rupture
- A written plan agreed with you
Common questions
Where should I give birth if I try VBAC?
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
