How to Find an OB-GYN in Washington, DC

Major OB-GYN networks in DC

MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Georgetown, George Washington University Hospital, Sibley Memorial (Johns Hopkins), and Holy Cross (in Silver Spring) anchor obstetric care in the DC metro. Most independent OB-GYN practices have privileges at one or two of these hospitals.

Choosing the right OB-GYN

• Board certification in OB-GYN
• Hospital affiliation you'd want to deliver at
• Practice model — solo, group, or laborist (whoever is on call delivers)
• Midwife integration if you want shared care
• Telehealth for prenatal check-ins and follow-ups
• Patient reviews focused on the labor experience

If you're pregnant

Book your first prenatal visit in your 8th–10th week. Confirm the practice is in-network for your insurance and that the hospital where you'll deliver is also in-network — they bill separately.

Insurance

Most DC-area OB-GYNs accept CareFirst BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United, Kaiser (members use Kaiser providers), and Medicaid (DC Medicaid, Amerigroup, MedStar Family Choice). Confirm with the office using your exact plan name.