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Planning a birth far from home requires careful preparation, but the right maternity team can make the experience more manageable. Here’s what to expect when arranging prenatal care, planning your hospital delivery, and your postpartum recovery.
Choosing to give birth in the United States can be an important decision for international families. Patients traveling to the U.S. for maternity care need to plan ahead to ensure access to consistent prenatal care, a hospital for delivery, and appropriate postpartum follow-up.
At the OB-GYN practice of Alan B. Patterson, MD, in Coral Springs, Florida, Dr. Patterson welcomes international patients seeking personalized pregnancy and delivery care. He provides one-on-one obstetric care throughout pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period.
When should international patients begin planning?
Early planning can make your maternity experience much smoother. International patients should contact our office as soon as possible to discuss their pregnancy, medical history, expected delivery date, and plans for traveling to Florida.
Dr. Patterson accepts international patients for delivery up to 36 weeks of pregnancy, or approximately four weeks before the expected due date. Before accepting you as a patient, Dr. Patterson will speak with you by video call, phone, or email to determine whether he can safely provide all aspects of your pregnancy and delivery care.
What does maternity care include?
Once Dr. Patterson accepts you as a patient, our team will help coordinate your maternity care based on your individual needs and how far along you are in your pregnancy.
Depending on your situation, your care may include:
- Routine prenatal visits
- Necessary laboratory testing and cultures
- Pregnancy monitoring and ultrasound care
- Hospital delivery
- Hospital rounds following delivery
- Postpartum care through six to ten weeks after delivery
Dr. Patterson will discuss the expected cost of care with you before treatment begins. Pricing depends on your circumstances and stage of pregnancy.
Choosing a hospital for delivery
Dr. Patterson delivers at two hospitals in Boca Raton, Florida, giving international patients a choice when planning their delivery. Our team can discuss the hospital options with you and help you understand what to expect as you prepare for your stay.
Planning your hospital care in advance is particularly important when traveling internationally. You’ll want to allow enough time for prenatal appointments, delivery, and postpartum recovery before returning home.
What makes personalized maternity care different?
Pregnancy involves many important decisions, especially when you’re receiving care in another country. Having a highly experienced OB-GYN oversee your pregnancy can provide continuity of care and reassurance throughout the process.
Dr. Patterson provides one-on-one obstetric care rather than having patients rotate among multiple physicians. He focuses his attention fully on each patient during consultations, taking time to listen, explain recommendations, and address concerns.
Dr. Patterson has delivered more than 6500 babies and has cared for patients traveling from various countries, including Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, France, India, China, Austria, Brazil, Mexico, and many others.
Plan your U.S. delivery with experienced maternity care
Giving birth in the United States requires thoughtful planning, but international patients can receive comprehensive maternity care with the right preparation and support.
If you’re considering traveling to the U.S. for your delivery, contact Alan B. Patterson, MD, in Coral Springs, Florida, to discuss your pregnancy care options. We can help you understand the next steps for planning your prenatal, delivery, and postpartum care in the U.S.