Male or Female Gynecologist?

[kitsch_k]

Which do you guys prefer?

[LizF]

A woman, absolutely. Not only would I get creeped out by a guy digging through my v-zone (outside of, you know, a bedroom setting, lol), but women doctors have enough of a hard time breaking into medicine, and guys need to encroach on the one specialty of medicine where gals can rule? It doesn't seem fair.
Plus, they say male gyncologists are "either perverts or misogynists."

[kitsch_k]

i have a male surgeon but a female gyne...but i really didnt feel any discomfort having a male surgeon..but for a gyne..id defnitely pick a girl! haha

I prefer a male OBGYN.

I don't know why but I don't like female OBGYNs treating me.

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by SO_FEMME

I prefer a male OBGYN.

I don't know why but I don't like female OBGYNs treating me.

why? did u have a horrific experience?

I have a male Dr. I have had a female before and she wasn't on her ps an qs and I walked away with more problem that could have been prevented with that visit .So I went and seen the male Dr. and he found out what was wrong so I have been with him for yrs now. It all depends on there methods of practice to me not weather they are male or female.

[pinkbag]

i have had a femail gynec....and she was ok...but i have heard that male gynecs are more considerate with the female patients...specially during their pregnancy...

[kitsch_k]

your opinions are really helpful guys...makes me feel a lot comfortable ..im planning to visit one soon

I don't care if it's a guy... he is a professional, so he won't giggle or something. He probably doesn't care himself.

Maybe for some really pretty girls he gets a little happy. But let him have the fun. Every job has some small benefits. And he can't do anything anyway.

But I also don't care if it's a girl. But most of the time guys look more professional and serious to me. (in every profession)

I always thought it was kind of awkward to have a guy, so I always go with a midwife. I just think a female is more understanding to the problems a woman has.

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by nancy_kelpie

I don't care if it's a guy... he is a professional, so he won't giggle or something. He probably doesn't care himself.

Maybe for some really pretty girls he gets a little happy. But let him have the fun. Every job has some small benefits. And he can't do anything anyway.

But I also don't care if it's a girl. But most of the time guys look more professional and serious to me. (in every profession)

yeah sometimes i also fear that women gynecologists are more prone to gossip?! i dunno...maybe im just too paranoid

[bagcrazy]

My gyno was male my entire life (including when I was pregnant) until I moved back to my home state. I currently have a female Dr. and I really don't see any difference. What does matter is that you feel comfortable with him/her.

[kitsch_k]

yeah..actually it all comes down to the gyne if you're comfortable..doesnt matter if its a he or a she..

Originally Posted by kitsch_k

yeah..actually it all comes down to the gyne if you're comfortable..doesnt matter if its a he or a she..

That is all that matters you and how you feel.

[kitsch_k]

how regularly do you guys go to the gyne?

[bagcrazy]

I go once a year (We all should be going every year). I missed a few years, but am back on track and am not due to go again until September. It's all about prevention!

[britjojo]

I have had both male and female OBGYNs and in the end switched my care to a midwife/women's health clinic. The men were ok, but some of the women Drs were really pushy with what THEY wanted me to do for my birth.

So I switched to a midwife practise, and they are all nurse practitioners instead. They are really wonderful, caring and gentle, and I would recommend them to anyone.

[LouisLady]

I already feel super uncomfortable with a woman. Imagine a guy? I would probably cry & then kick him!

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by LouisLady

I already feel super uncomfortable with a woman. Imagine a guy? I would probably cry & then kick him!

haha you're one feisty lady louislady!!

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by bagcrazy

I go once a year (We all should be going every year). I missed a few years, but am back on track and am not due to go again until September. It's all about prevention!

i really should schedule an appointment soon!! it's very important nowadays that we women take care of ourselves.

[britjojo]

And really, pap smears are an excellent method of early detection. With sufficient time, cervical cancer has an excellent survival rate. Catch it too late, and that rate drops hugely.

[bagcrazy]

Originally Posted by kitsch_k

i really should schedule an appointment soon!! it's very important nowadays that we women take care of ourselves.

Have you called for your appointment yet? It's the best prevention we have!

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by bagcrazy

Have you called for your appointment yet? It's the best prevention we have!

thanks for reminding me bagcrazy! ive been so busy with work lately ive been neglecting my health

[bagcrazy]

Originally Posted by kitsch_k

thanks for reminding me bagcrazy! ive been so busy with work lately ive been neglecting my health

I know what you mean, it's a busy time for me too. I hate going too, but try to schedule it in.

[kitsch_k]

actually my friends and i are planning to go together! so that we are all going to be forced to show up..haha..

[DianneMK]

A male gyn most definitely.I had three kids and all of my ob/gyn's have been men. They are more gentle than females.

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by DianneMK

A male gyn most definitely.I had three kids and all of my ob/gyn's have been men. They are more gentle than females.

well male gynecologists HAVE to be more gentle...or else they'd get sued!!

[DianneMK]

I have had female gynes and when they have done their exams on me,they weren't gentle.One even had long nails.Ouch.So that is why I choose a male.

[KeLLi]

Originally Posted by DianneMK

A male gyn most definitely.I had three kids and all of my ob/gyn's have been men. They are more gentle than females.

Female gyn's know their limits and know that if it doesn't hurt them it won't hurt their patients. I've had a male and female.

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by DianneMK

I have had female gynes and when they have done their exams on me,they weren't gentle.One even had long nails.Ouch.So that is why I choose a male.

long nails?!>! damn that must have hurt u a lot!

[moonmagick]

I have had both. I prefer the female. I guess its a matter of thinking, hey, she has one, so she has a better sense of what is going on. LOL.

[FourBear]

My mom had a male gynecologist and had bad experiences with him, so when the time came she insisted that I find a female one. I did, and was happy with it, so I've stuck to that choice. I think that having a male would be a bit awkward!

[kitsch_k]

Originally Posted by moonmagick

I have had both. I prefer the female. I guess its a matter of thinking, hey, she has one, so she has a better sense of what is going on. LOL.

you have a very good point dear. haha. it takes one to know one i guess!

[britjojo]

I always had issue with the fear that male gyns were just voyeuristic and did the job that gave them kicks. Unfounded I am sure, and likewise women could do the same.....so it is illogical but I can't help that

[quietstrm27]

I've had both and don't have a preference as long as they are thorough and answer my questions readily. I've had male and female gyns that I didn't like.