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May M. Wheelwright, MSN, CNM is a nurse in Washington, DC specializing in obstetrics & gynecology and midwifery. May M. Wheelwright, MSN, CNM is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC.
Cesarean Section (C-Section)
A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.
C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.
C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.
C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.
Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:
Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:
Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.
She is certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board, Midwifery and has a state license in District of Columbia.
Board Certification: American Midwifery Certification Board, Midwifery
Licensed In: District of Columbia
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Ms. May Wheelwright's area of specialization is midwifery. Clinical interests for Ms. Wheelwright include gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), opioid addiction, and placental disorders. Ms. Wheelwright is conversant in Spanish. She is professionally affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Her practice in Washington, DC is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.
