Dr. Eric Terpstra DO
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
100 BREWSTER BLVD CAMP LEJEUNE NC, 28547About
Dr. Eric Terpstra is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Portsmouth, VA. Dr. Terpstra specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Terpstra can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Terpstra can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 2007
Provider Details
Dr. Eric Terpstra DO's Practice location
Dr. Eric Terpstra DO's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Terpstra
Recommended Articles
- What Exactly Does an OB-GYN Do?
IntroductionThe term "OB-GYN" is an abbreviation for obstetrician-gynecologist. An OB-GYN is a healthcare provider who specializes in female reproductive health, including pregnancy and childbirth. There are also OB-GYNs who offer general medical services that are similar to what primary care...
- How Can You Induce Labor Naturally?
If you are in your third trimester of pregnancy, you may be thinking of ways to avoid a medically induced labor. There is a multitude of different techniques to utilize to naturally induce labor, if you do not prefer medically inducing labor. However, there is no proof that these methods are...
- The Risk for Developing Cerebral Palsy in Babies is Higher at 37 or 38 Weeks
Babies born at 40 weeks have a lower risk of developing cerebral palsy, when compared to babies born at 37 or 38 weeks, or at 42 weeks and later, according to a new study published in, The Journal of the American Medical Association. But the absolute risk of developing this condition in babies is...
- Track Your Baby's Development Week by Week in the Second Trimester
Growth and development happens swiftly during the second trimester. The baby continues to change and develop almost daily.During this stage, the focus of development is to increase in size and weight. In addition, the umbilical cord continues to thicken as it carries nutrients to the fetus. The baby...
- What is Weight Loss Surgery?
Surgical options that help to limit the intake of food or absorption of nutrients resulting in the loss of weight are known as weight loss surgeries. Also referred to as bariatric surgery, this option is often recommended for those who have severe obesity. This option has been in practice for many...
- Does My Heavy Menstruation Mean I Have Fibroids?
Heavy periods are very common, and for most cases, the real cause is unknown. However, fibroids and endometriosis have proven to be the primary contributors. There are multiple ways to alleviate heavy periods and effectively managing them. Options include surgical operations, IUD, and the use of...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Shweta Patel M.D100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547
- Dr. Abigail Marie Ramseyer D.O.100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547
- Dr. Shana Patrice Adams M.D.100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547
- Dr. Joy A. Greer MD100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547
- Dr. Jason Riebel Lefringhouse M.D., M.P.H.100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547
- Dr. Mena A Shaker MD, DO100 Brewster Blvd Camp Lejeune NC 28547