Frequently Asked Questions
When should I schedule my first prenatal visit?
Six to eight weeks into your pregnancy.
Do I need to come in for my pap smear every year?
We may not perform a pap smear every year (based on ACOG standards), but you should have a yearly physical, pelvic, and breast exam.
Is there anything I should do regarding pre-conception planning?
Your physical and pap smear should be up-to-date. You may choose to do genetic testing based on your family history or unknown family history.
What hospital do you deliver out of/perform surgery?
Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
Do you perform tubal ligations?
We cannot perform this procedure at the hospital, but we do have privileges at a surgery center where this can be performed. We also perform the Essure Procedure which is tubal occlusion in the office.
Do you perform ultrasounds "in-house"?
Yes, all of our sonographers are certified and specialize in OB as well as GYN scanning.
Are all of your physicians a Board Certified Surgeon?
Yes, every physician is a Board Certified surgeon.
If I go into labor outside of office hours who should I call?
You may still call our main phone number (listed above) to reach the on-call physician or midwife.
Who will ultimately deliver my baby?
Our doctors and midwives rotate call and are at the hospital 24-hours-a-day, seven days-a-week. It will be the physician or midwife on call that will oversee your delivery. We do not use other practices to cover our physicians or midwives.
What are your lab hours for blood draws?
Our lab hours are from 8:00-11:00 a.m. and from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
We are very proud to announce that Westside Women’s Care was voted “The Best of the Best in Arvada and Wheat Ridge for women’s health care!! We couldn’t have done it without having the best patients and families!! Thank you for your vote!!
Very good Doctors and staff is friendly. My doc treats me like a real person, not just another insurance billing and she answers any question I may have. Best OBGYN I have had in CO in years. I’ve shared this office with all my friends.
CFL
I love this clinic so so much!!!
I had a miscarriage last summer and it was really hard time, but they sent me a hand writing message card and it warmed my heart.
I am always treated well, love all the nurses and doctors there, have never had any complaints at all.
Miki M
The complete care given to me and also shown to me by the nurses, doctors and staff at Westside Women’s Care is unparalleled to anywhere I've ever been. Women’s health care is extremely complex physically as well as mentally. I came to Westside Women’s Care as a new patient in March. My health issues were weighing heavy on me and had a few bad experiences with other health professionals. I had new concerns for my OBGYN as well as all of prior chronic diagnoses for her to take into consideration and accommodate. I was at a crossroads and needed someone to help me. If it weren’t for my doctor I would have given up. All it takes is for someone to listen and actually hear you to get you the right help. Thank you so much for being compassionate enough to make my ENTIRE HEALTH your priority
Molly M
I’ve had several babies with Westside and have worked with a lot of the staff. Dr. Minton is an amazing OB/GYN. I had the opportunity to work with both Drs. and Midwives this last pregnancy and it was a great experience. Dr. Minton is smart, kind, and very knowledgeable. He is chill and has a funny dry sense of humor. He addressed everything that came up during my pregnancies with unparalleled expertise. I felt like my questions & input were always welcomed. He was kind to our children when they accompanied me on occasion to prenatal visits. He’s the type of Dr. that after a long day of seeing patients & performing surgery, went out of his way just to stop by to meet the baby and check on us, simply because that’s the kind of person he is. At my follow-up visit we discussed health, nutrition, and all of my medical questions were thoroughly addressed. With Dr. Minton, you can expect to receive the best care available from a great person & a high quality medical professional. The practice as a whole is top notch. Jules is an awesome midwife and other staff like Alexis in labs and Melissa in ultrasound are fantastic as well. You truly can’t go wrong here - I highly recommend Westside Women’s Care in general and Dr. Minton specifically
A. B.
Started with this practice with my first pregnancy, all 3 of my children were delivered by a doctor at this practice. This spring I had some issue was referred back to them and had surgery performed by Dr. Axelrod, he was very kind and compassionate took great care of me.
Jaymie S
Our new bundle of joy is off to a great start thanks to the care and support of this staff!
Victoria C
Dr. Minton is a wonderful doctor!! His bedside manner is extraordinary, he shows a genuine concern for his patients.
Melissa M
We had a wonderful experience at Westside for the birth of our first child. From the very first visit through delivery, the midwives took such good care of us. They guided us when we needed it, answered our questions and respected our wishes. We could not have asked for a more caring and compassionate team
Kellie W
I had such an amazing birthing experience with Deb, a midwife on staff at Westside Women's Care. I transferred care to them late into my pregnancy and they made me feel so safe and reassured me they can aid me in having a natural birth that I so wanted.