I don't know anyone in that area, but you can lower that 99% a great deal if you just don't show up for the scheduled cesarean. See if they'll agree to a trial of labor first. If not, you can have the cesarean scheduled for as late as you can, and then have something come up.
I would not suggest this if your doc wasn't supportive of your goals. It's just a thought, if you can't find someone else. They can't force you into anything if you're not there.
If you went into labor and to the hospital though, why could he only stay as long as his shift? I thought docs generally stay to deliver if they've been laboring with the woman all day. He's just going to leave at 6 or something? I hope you find a CP who will really work with you!
I really think it's unbelievably inconsiderate to schedule surgery and then not show up. You don't have to schedule it, but scheduling it and not showing up means the facilities can't be used for someone else who needs them and is a profound waste of time and resources.
So sorry you feel that way. I think it's unbelievably inconsiderate for doctors to force women into procedures they flat out say they don't want. Maybe it's a testament to our healthcare system, but I know many women who, after immense pressure, schedule inductions or cesareans and simply don't go in.
If someone needs them, the facilities would still be prepared and ready.
There is a turnaround time required for repurposing a scheduled surgery slot which wastes time that could be used for other patients. And the options here aren't 1. accept the section or 2. schedule and flake out. Finding another doctor is a great start, and should be doable in a place as big as Houston. Just because you don't want the service offered doesn't mean you should go out of your way to disrespect a professional and a facility that provides care for others. Be proactive about your care instead.
I was not suggesting that she go out of her way to disrespect someone. I wished her the best of luck in finding a new provider but pointed out that they can't "force" a woman into a birth situation that she doesn't want. Some women don't even consider the fact that they can refuse or simply not go in if a doctor insists on scheduling an induction or cesarean. And the fact of the matter is that they can. I said barring the ability to find someone more in alignment with her wishes, she simply doesn't have to go in and consent before labor if she doesn't want to. That, imo, is knowing your options and being proactive
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I love that my comment that she should not consent to scheduling if she's going to cancel it is being interpreted to mean that I think she should allow herself to be bullied.
I completely agree with you, I used to schedule surg appointments, and it's really a waste of other patients time. And I think that this particular doctor isn't trying to be mean or a bully, but that he is simply explaining the hospital's rules on this particular situation, and that if he is on staff to help, he will surely try to make sure she can deliver the way she wants, but he cant help if he's not the doctor on call. Since this makes her uncomfortable, I think it's a good thing she's looking into other options, however I dont feel she's being bullied into a cesarean.
I am not sure where you're from, but at least in Michigan, if you schedule a procedure, or even a doctors appointment, and don't cancel at least 24 hours prior to the appointment, you and your insurance company are still charged the entirety of the appointment/procedure.
Yikes. I hadn't considered that. I've not encountered that, but I'm originally from NC. If it were me personally and I couldn't find anyone else, I'd just keep pushing it back (and make sure to call in time!). That's just me. Ideally, she won't be forced into scheduling a procedure she doesn't want. I'm really hoping that works out for her, and she's able to find a reliable VBAC provider.
I would not suggest this if your doc wasn't supportive of your goals. It's just a thought, if you can't find someone else. They can't force you into anything if you're not there.
If you went into labor and to the hospital though, why could he only stay as long as his shift? I thought docs generally stay to deliver if they've been laboring with the woman all day. He's just going to leave at 6 or something? I hope you find a CP who will really work with you!
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If someone needs them, the facilities would still be prepared and ready.
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