Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Dr. Sidiq Aldabbagh is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). He completed his medical degree at the American University of Beirut, residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at the University of South Florida.

Yes. Dr. Aldabbagh is fully trilingual — conducting consultations in English, Spanish, and Arabic. All clinical staff are available to support bilingual communication. We are proud to serve Miami's diverse multicultural community.

Yes. We are currently welcoming new patients at both Miami locations — Kendall (8600 SW 92nd Street, Suite 103) and Coconut Grove (3659 S Miami Ave, Suite 5001). Same-week appointments may be available. Call (786) 931-6067 to schedule.

Both locations are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The practice is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For urgent concerns outside office hours, call (786) 360-4314 for recorded instructions.

Most insurance plans allow women to see an OB-GYN directly without a referral. Some HMO plans require a referral from your primary care physician. We recommend calling your insurance company or our office at (786) 360-4314 to verify before your visit.

You can book online 24/7 through our appointment form on this website, or call our booking line at (786) 931-6067 during office hours (Monday–Friday, 8AM–6PM). Online bookings are reviewed within one business day and confirmed by phone or email.

Yes. Dr. Aldabbagh holds a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery from the University of South Florida. He performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures including myomectomy, endometriosis excision, hysterectomy, tubal ligation, and more — typically as same-day outpatient surgery.

Please call our office at (786) 360-4314 for current hospital affiliation information, as this may change. Our team will provide the most up-to-date information at the time of your appointment scheduling.

Yes. Trusted Women's Health Center strictly adheres to HIPAA regulations. All medical records, communication, and appointment information are kept strictly confidential. You can request your medical records at any time by contacting our office.

Yes — you are welcome to bring a partner, family member, or support person to any appointment. Please let us know when booking if you plan to bring someone with a language different from English or Spanish, and we will accommodate accordingly.

We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Ambetter, AvMed, Cigna, Florida Blue/BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Medicaid (Florida), Medicare, Molina Healthcare, Simply Healthcare, Sunshine Health, United Healthcare, and WellCare. Call (786) 360-4314 to verify your specific plan.

Yes — under the Affordable Care Act, annual preventive well-woman exams are covered at 100% with no copay by most insurance plans. Diagnostic services ordered during the same visit for a specific concern may be subject to your usual cost-sharing.

Yes. We accept Florida Medicaid and several Medicaid managed care plans. Coverage varies by plan and service. Please call (786) 360-4314 to verify that your specific Medicaid plan is currently accepted before your appointment.

We encourage uninsured patients to call our office to discuss available options. We can provide information on payment arrangements and community resources. We believe financial barriers should not prevent access to necessary women's healthcare.

Please bring your insurance card, a valid photo ID, a list of current medications with dosages, any relevant prior medical records or lab results, and your last menstrual period date. New patient forms can be completed in advance if available on our portal.

Irregular periods are most commonly caused by hormonal imbalances — particularly PCOS, thyroid disorders, and elevated prolactin. Other causes include perimenopause, extreme exercise or weight loss, stress, eating disorders, and certain medications. Dr. Aldabbagh evaluates with blood work and ultrasound to identify the underlying cause.

A normal cycle is 21–35 days long, lasting 2–7 days, with blood loss of 30–80 mL. Anything significantly outside these parameters — cycles shorter than 21 days, longer than 35 days, lasting more than 7 days, or heavy enough to soak a pad/tampon hourly for several consecutive hours — warrants evaluation.

Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) is commonly caused by uterine fibroids, adenomyosis (endometrial tissue growing into the uterine wall), endometrial polyps, hormonal imbalances (PCOS, thyroid disorders), bleeding disorders, or in rare cases, endometrial cancer. Dr. Aldabbagh evaluates with ultrasound, blood work, and endometrial sampling when indicated.

Natural menopause occurs at an average age of 51, with a normal range of 45–55. Menopause before age 40 is called premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) and requires prompt evaluation and treatment to protect bone health and cardiovascular function.

Hot flashes are sudden sensations of intense warmth, sweating, and flushing caused by declining estrogen levels triggering the body's temperature regulation system. They are the most common menopause symptom. Effective treatments include hormone replacement therapy (most effective), SSRIs/SNRIs, gabapentin, and the new FDA-approved non-hormonal option fezolinetant (Veoza).

Schedule your first prenatal visit as soon as you have a positive pregnancy test — ideally between weeks 6–10. Earlier is better, as the first visit establishes your due date, confirms the pregnancy with ultrasound, and begins important first-trimester screenings. Call (786) 931-6067 to book promptly.

First-trimester combined screening (nuchal translucency ultrasound + blood tests at 10–13 weeks), cell-free fetal DNA (NIPT/non-invasive prenatal testing, from 10 weeks), second-trimester quad screen (15–20 weeks), anatomy ultrasound (18–22 weeks), and glucose tolerance test (24–28 weeks) are all available. Dr. Aldabbagh discusses each option and its implications.

Yes — for most uncomplicated pregnancies, moderate exercise (150 minutes/week) is safe and beneficial. Recommended activities include walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, and stationary cycling. High-contact sports, activities with fall risk, and lying flat on your back after the first trimester should be avoided. Dr. Aldabbagh provides personalized guidance.

Avoid raw or undercooked meat, fish, and eggs; high-mercury fish (shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish); unpasteurized dairy and juices; deli meats (unless heated to steaming); raw sprouts; alcohol; and excessive caffeine (limit to <200mg/day). Dr. Aldabbagh provides detailed nutrition counseling at your prenatal visits.

An OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) is a physician with 4 years of medical school and 4 years of surgical residency training. Midwives are advanced practice clinicians who manage normal, low-risk pregnancies and births. Dr. Aldabbagh, as a board-certified OB-GYN, manages the full spectrum from routine to high-risk and complex pregnancies, and performs surgery when needed.