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Our Providers
Depending on your health care needs and preference, you may choose a physician, a nurse practitioner or a physician assistant to provide your care. All of the health professionals at Women's Care share the commitment to provide you with the highest quality of care in a supportive and compassionate atmosphere that respects your moral beliefs and dignity. OB/GYN doctor - Provides medical and surgical care for women. They have earned a degree from college and medical school. They have also completed a four-year course in obstetrics and gynecology and be board certified by passing a written and oral test. Doctors certified after 1986 must be recertified every 10 years. Nurse Practitioner - Perform physical exams, diagnose and treat common illnesses and diseases. They are licensed registered nurses who have advanced education and must pass a national certification exam. Physician Assistant - Perform physical exams, diagnose and treat common illnesses and diseases. They have completed at least a two-year educational program after college. Physical Therapist - The Physical Therapist evaluates patients; designs individual treatment plans, and re-assesses patient progress. They must obtain either a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy and pass an examination to become licensed.
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