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Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD is a perinatologist in Turnersville, NJ specializing in maternal and fetal medicine. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson University Physicians (JUP), Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Washington Township Hospital, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Stratford Hospital.
435 Hurffville - Cross Keys Road
Turnersville, NJ 08012
833 Chestnut Street (entrance Near 8th Street)
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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.
Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency at New York Downtown Hospital. He is certified by the Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College
Residency: New York Downtown Hospital
Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Aetna, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Workers' Compensation, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
According to our sources, Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 637 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Turnersville, NJ.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Vincenzo Berghella, MD has received 1 research payments totaling $64,909.
Dr. Vincenzo Berghella's medical specialty is maternal and fetal medicine. He is affiliated with Jefferson University Physicians (JUP). Dr. Berghella studied medicine at Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5).
