Fresno Women's Medical Group

Last week I went downtown to the new Fresno Women's Medical Group (FWMG) location. The historic Van Valkenburgh home at 1125 T street is just across Fresno Street from the UCSF Center for Medical Education and Research. An historic home, original features such as the walls and windows are unaltered, preserving the cosy atmosphere of a home. The office is even able to provide non-stress testing on site. Dr. Gail Newel and Dr. Sharon Kopacz see patients at this location. Dr. Newel is respected as a supporter of natural childbirth. She also spends time in Africa repairing rectovaginal fistulas and teaching the surgeons there how to do repairs.

She and her partner Dr. Kelly Beingesser have had a huge positive impact on my own childbirth experiences for which I will always be grateful. I hope that other women looking for excellent obstetrical care will find them.

Some tips on choosing or changing birth attendants:

Look for local mother's groups with views on childbirth that are similar to your own. You may be able to get recommendations for attendants that also share those values. Some local groups whose members tend to support natural birth:

La Leche League

Fresno AP Mommies

ICAN of Fresno

birthcircle

Changing obstetricians is easiest to do before 27 weeks.

If a service such as vaginal birth after cesarean is not supported by your current provider, you may be able to find another provider who does even after 27 weeks.

Comments

[Lynnette Rhames]

I'm a sonographer with 21 yrs experience and have incredible letters of recommendation. May I send you my Resume? I also have great, compassionate people skills.
I'm very flexible and actually prefer partime schedules.
My name is Lynnette Rhames and my phone is 906-5523-hope to hear from you soon!

[Visitor]

I am new in town and saw Dr. Kopacz the first time this year. She is wonderful. Though I am not pregnant, she is a wonderful OB/GYN. I wanted to try bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and she found a way for me to do so, despite it not being "Western Medicine". These doctors treat the patient, not just their body. They are truly wonderful!