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Originally Posted by hamster-bamster
+ one abortion + post-abortion care including cervical cryotherapy
+ three IUDs put in
+ two IUDs taken out
+ countless PAP smears
So all in all, I have received a lot of OB-GYN care and can say with confidence that men and women are equally good care providers. CNMs are better not because of their gender but because they practice a different model of care. For instance, they spend more time with you. That is an objective difference.
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While it may not be important for you whether you have a male or female provider, it is important for some people. And saying it is not important devalues others experiences and needs. Just because you do not have a preference, does not mean that others needs are not valid.
For me, who experienced sexual assault, having a specific gender for ob/gyn is important. I have enough problems going to the doctor, having to face a man for my papsmear would make sure i never went.