Pregnancy is a personal journey, and the kind of care you receive along the way matters. At the practice of Alan B. Patterson, MD, we prioritize continuity of care. This means you see the same provider along with a small, consistent team through your pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum experience.
A top-rated OB/GYN specialist in Coral Springs, Florida, Dr. Patterson brings decades of experience and a compassionate approach to obstetrics and gynecology centered around you. Research has found that the continuity of care model improves health outcomes, strengthens communication, and creates a more positive experience for mother and baby alike.
Continuity of obstetric care plays a vital role in clinical outcomes. Women who are cared for consistently are less likely to need interventions such as Cesarean sections, forceps or vacuum deliveries, or episiotomies. This approach minimizes unnecessary procedures, and supports higher rates of spontaneous vaginal birth. But continuity of care also makes sure you will have the proper care and not prolong delivery at the expense of your baby if it is not progressing properly!
Regular oversight from a familiar provider allows early detection of warning signs, leading to timely interventions that reduce complications.
For patients with high-risk pregnancies, such as those managing diabetes, hypertension, or multiple gestations, consistent care helps create clearer plans and better outcomes. Newborns benefit as well, with higher average birth weights and fewer admissions to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Key benefits include:
This underscores the crucial impact of continuity of care, which promotes healthier beginnings for both mothers and babies.
Continuity of care also makes a significant difference in how patients experience pregnancy and delivery. When you know your provider, and your provider knows you, it creates a strong foundation for trust, open communication, and emotional support.
Many women describe feeling safer and more empowered when their care is guided by someone familiar who understands their needs and preferences. This consistency also reduces miscommunication.
Your medical history, test results, and birth plan stay connected from start to finish, eliminating the frustration of repeating information or receiving conflicting advice. Most importantly, continuity gives patients a greater sense of agency.
Being involved in shared decision-making throughout pregnancy and labor leads to a stronger sense of control and confidence. Patients who receive continuity of care experience:
Together, these advantages create a care experience that is more personal, empowering, and reassuring during one of life’s most important journeys.
Continuity of care also supports a stronger health care system overall. With fewer unnecessary interventions, reduced testing, and shorter hospital stays for mothers and babies, this model often proves more cost-effective.
Providers working within continuity-focused practices also report higher job satisfaction, which helps build stable, experienced teams that patients can rely on.
At the practice of Alan B. Patterson, MD, these are the principles that guide your care. From routine prenatal visits through delivery and postpartum follow-up, our patients can expect personalized attention, seamless communication, and a supportive environment designed to promote safety and confidence. Also Dr. Patterson , unlike many of his fellow OBGYN doctors pushes with all of his patients the entire time they are pushing, once they have reached complete dilatation. Many doctors have the nurses do the pushing and there are many fine nurses who can do that, but it is always better for the patient when her doctor is there the entire time of the pushing!
Continuity of care is at the heart of what we do, because we believe it leads to healthier outcomes and a more positive experience for every mother and baby.
If you’re looking for an obstetric practice where your provider truly knows you and supports you through every stage of pregnancy, give Alan B. Patterson, MD, a call today, or use our easy online booking tool to schedule a visit at your convenience.
