How to Manage Low Iron During Your Pregnancy
Low levels of the mineral iron during pregnancy can negatively affect you and your baby. Find out why you and your baby need iron, and what we may recommend if your iron levels drop.
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Westover Hills Women’s Health is an obstetrics and gynecology clinic with locations in San Antonio, Texas. The collaborative team includes Houmam Al-Hakeem, MD, who specializes in OB/GYN care including high-risk pregnancy and gynecological surgical needs, along with certified nurse-midwives Dianna Hagl, APRN, and Brynna Lynch, APRN, who specialize in low-risk obstetrics and naturalistic, holistic care for women.
The providers at the warm, welcoming offices in San Antonio listen carefully to patients in order to provide comprehensive gynecology services to women at all stages of life. The team is also highly knowledgeable in gynecological conditions, including infertility and endometriosis, and can work together with patients to create treatment plans that work for their individual needs. In addition, patients have access to the practice’s state-of-the-art ultrasound machine in-house.
For access to high-quality gynecology and obstetrics care all under one roof, call one of the Westover Hills Women’s Health offices or book an appointment online today. Telehealth appointments are also available for patients who qualify.
We accept almost all insurance plans. If you have any questions about your coverage, please call our office. We are happy to help!
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