Does your mom have to go with you to the gynecologist?
It’s up to you if your mom stays in the room with you for your gyn exam. Lots of girls feel more comfortable with mom there. Others prefer the privacy of being alone with the doctor and/or nurse practitioner . Before starting the exam, your doctor or nurse practitioner might ask if you’d like your mom there or not.
Can I go to the gynecologist without my parents?
Yep, you can totally visit a doctor without your mother. At most Planned Parenthood health centers, you can see a doctor or nurse without your parents, and the same goes for lots of other OB/GYN offices. When you call to make an appointment, the best thing to do is ask about that particular doctor’s privacy policies.
Can the gynecologist tell your parents?
What you talk about with your doctor is private and confidential. This means that your doctor should not tell your parents that you’re sexually active, even if you’re a minor (under 18 years old and not yet a legal adult).
Can I see an OB/GYN without my parents?
At most Planned Parenthood health centers, you can see a doctor or nurse without your parents, and the same goes for lots of other OB/GYN offices. When you call to make an appointment, the best thing to do is ask about that particular doctor’s privacy policies. Lots of teens have parents who want to talk with them about sex and how to stay healthy.
Can I go to the Doctor without my mother?
Yep, you can totally visit a doctor without your mother. At most Planned Parenthood health centers, you can see a doctor or nurse without your parents, and the same goes for lots of other OB/GYN offices. When you call to make an appointment, the best thing to do is ask about that particular doctor’s privacy policies.
Can a 14 year old go to the Doctor without parental consent?
The General Medical Council (GMC) which is the legal body which sets the rules for doctors’ behaviour says that if someone is under the age of consent (which at 14, you are) then they should do their best to encourage the patient to involve a parent or guardian.
Can I have a private meeting with my doctor with parents?
That said there is absolutely no reason why you shouldn’t have completely private confidential meetings with your doctor with your parents’ knowledge.