Caring for Muslim Patients: A Primer for the Obstetrician Gynecologist.

Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am

Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA.

Published: March 2024

Studies show that Muslim American patients experience discrimination and feel uncomfortable seeking appropriate health care for various reasons. Obstetrician-gynecologists should be educated regarding Islamic perspectives on topics such as modesty, sexual health, contraception, abortion, infertility, and fasting during pregnancy. Understanding the barriers Muslim patients face and improving cultural humility will improve the quality of sexual and reproductive care delivered to Muslim patients.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ogc.2023.10.003DOI Listing

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