Tampa is home to two large healthcare systems, Baycare Health and Advent Health. Baycare Health has the #2 and #3 ranked hospitals in Tampa, Morton’s Plant Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital. Baycare Health also has two women’s hospitals. For veterans in Tampa, there’s James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital. Underserved communities of East Tampa can get free care at Calvary Community Clinic.
U.S. News ranks Tampa General Hospital #1 in Tampa. Tampa General Hospital is licensed for 1,040 beds, and ranks nationally in seven adult specialties, including:
John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in Tampa has been recognized nationally for pediatric care excellence. John Hopkins All Children’s Hospital ranks #4 in Florida and #11 in the Southeast. It also ranks nationally in four children’s specialties, including:
Finding an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) will help you manage your women’s healthcare needs. An OB-GYN is trained to deliver babies and specializes in treating and managing disorders involving a woman's reproductive organs.
OB-GYNs are licensed to perform routine women's reproductive checks such as: Pap tests (aka Pap smears), sexually transmitted infection (STI) checks, pelvic exams, ultrasounds; procedures such as IUD insertions; and surgeries such as a hysterectomy or removal of ovarian cysts.
How often should I see an OB-GYN?
It's recommended that women see an OB-GYN once a year for routine checkups. If you're pregnant or have an underlying health condition, you may need to see an OB-GYN more frequently.
What procedures do OB-GYNs perform?
OB-GYNs can perform or order the following procedures and surgeries:
What conditions do OB-GYNs treat?
OB-GYNs treat the following conditions:
An OB-GYN can also provide prenatal care and help you manage your health during pregnancy.
What should I ask an OB-GYN?
Top questions to ask an OB-GYN during your appointment that you may not have thought of:
OB-GYNs are trained to discuss sensitive subjects, so you shouldn't hesitate to ask questions about your sexual health.
