Appointments
We offer several types of appointments to best meet your individual healthcare needs. Whether you are scheduling a preventive exam, addressing a specific concern, or beginning prenatal care, our goal is to provide timely, comprehensive, and personalized women’s healthcare. Please review the appointment types to determine which visit option is most appropriate for you.
To best serve all patients, we ask that any appointment changes be made in advance whenever possible. Cancellations or requests to reschedule made on the same day as the scheduled visit may result in a $50.00 fee if a valid reason is not provided. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain timely access to care for all patients.
Virtual Visits (Telehealth)
Virtual visits are often preferred, as they allow for faster scheduling and provide an efficient way to review your medical history and discuss concerns in detail. This format allows Dr. Chandra Higginbotham to become familiar with new patients and address questions in a timely and convenient manner.
Virtual appointments are appropriate for concerns that do not require a physical examination or in-office evaluation. This may include consultation visits, follow-ups, medication discussions, review of results, or general gynecologic or obstetric questions.
If you have recently discovered you are pregnant, your first prenatal visit will be conducted virtually, as directed by Dr. Higginbotham. This applies to both new and established patients. Please note that the practice does not accept new obstetric patients who are 25 weeks gestation or greater.
Well-Woman Examinations
Annual well-woman visits focus on preventive care and overall reproductive health. These visits may include a comprehensive exam, cervical cancer screening when indicated, breast examination, contraceptive counseling, and discussion of any health concerns. Preventive visits are essential in maintaining long-term gynecologic health.
WWE appointments are not intended to address new, urgent, or sick concerns. If you are experiencing specific symptoms or health issues, please schedule a problem-focused visit so that Dr. Higginbotham can provide appropriate evaluation and treatment during the correct appointment type.
Problem-Focused Gynecologic & Obstetric Visits
These appointments are scheduled to address specific concerns related to gynecologic or obstetric health. This may include symptoms such as abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, infections, pregnancy-related concerns, or other conditions requiring evaluation and treatment. These visits are conducted in-office when a physical examination or diagnostic testing is necessary.
Men’s Holistic Health Consultations (Virtual Only)
Dr. Chandra Higginbotham offers virtual consultations for men from a holistic health perspective. These visits focus on overall wellness, lifestyle optimization, hormonal balance, and preventive health guidance. Consultations are educational and supportive in nature and are conducted exclusively through telehealth.
Please note that these services are separate from traditional obstetric and gynecologic care and are not intended to replace primary care services. All men’s holistic health appointments are self-pay and offered on a cash-only basis. Insurance is not accepted for these visits, including for patients who carry active coverage. Payment is required as directed by the office prior to the scheduled consultation.