Obstetrics

Pregnancy and childbirth raise religious as well as medical issues. Thus, a woman may turn to her health care provider for assistance in situations where medical and religious concerns intersect. This section outlines the relevant areas of Jewish law to enable the clinician to best offer comprehensive care to the patient.



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