Pregnancy Follow-up

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Pregnancy follow-up

Briefly explains regular pregnancy follow-up at the practice and which symptoms mean you should seek care without waiting.
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4D ultrasound and pregnancy ultrasound

Pregnancy ultrasound and 4D imaging are done at the practice; for a detailed anomaly scan, you are referred elsewhere.
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Pregnancy follow-up is the monitoring of the health of mother and baby throughout pregnancy with regular examinations and tests.

Pregnancy follow-up (prenatal care) consists of regular examinations, screening and counseling throughout pregnancy; its aim is to notice possible problems early. Op. Dr. Hüseyin Efe Akalın provides your follow-up from the start of your pregnancy until birth at the practice at Ege Mah. Turgut Özal Bulv. Cadde Residence A2 Blok Kat: 3 Daire: 10, Kuşadası.

When should pregnancy follow-up start?

Anyone who suspects they are pregnant (especially women with regular periods whose period is more than 1 week late) is advised to see a doctor in the first weeks and start follow-up.

  • You have just found out you are pregnant
  • You want to continue follow-up here that started with another doctor
  • You have a condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure or a thyroid disorder
  • You are pregnant with twins or had a problem in a previous pregnancy
  • You want to talk with a doctor about questions about your pregnancy
Op. Dr. Hüseyin Efe Akalın adjusting the ultrasound machine
Op. Dr. Hüseyin Efe Akalın at his desk with a uterus model on it

When should you seek care without waiting for your check-up?

If you have any of the following symptoms, go to a healthcare facility without waiting for your check-up.

Bleeding or leaking fluid
Vaginal bleeding, spotting or watery fluid leaking from the vagina.
Severe headache
Severe headache or blurred vision.
Reduced baby’s movements

Especially in pregnancies of 28 weeks or more

Fever, pain or shortness of breath

High fever of ≥38.3°C or a body temperature above 38°C in 2 measurements half an hour apart, any kind of abdominal or lower abdominal (pelvic) pain, shortness of breath or chest pain

In an emergency, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Pregnancy follow-up at the practice

  • Examinations, pregnancy ultrasound and 4D ultrasound are done at the practice.
  • Blood and screening test samples are taken at the practice by our nurse, stored appropriately and sent to a contracted laboratory; which test is needed and when is explained at your visit.
  • Births take place in a hospital, not at the practice.
  • Your partner can come to the visits with you.
  • Pregnancy follow-up can be done in Turkish or English.

Appointments for pregnancy follow-up

You can request an appointment to plan your follow-up. The practice is in Ege Mahallesi and is open weekdays 09:30⁠–⁠19:00 and Saturdays 09:30⁠–⁠14:30.

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To book, we only need your name and a day and time that suit you; we will discuss your health information at your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I continue here with follow-up that started with another doctor?

Yes. If you have recently moved to Kuşadası or will be staying here for a while, you can continue your follow-up at the practice. It is helpful to bring your previous test results and ultrasound reports with you.

No. Screening tests in pregnancy calculate the risk of certain conditions; they do not make a definite diagnosis. Your result and any next steps are discussed at your visit.

Bringing your ID is enough. If you have records of earlier tests, ultrasounds or examinations, you can bring those as well.

Yes. Op. Dr. Hüseyin Efe Akalın can also carry out examinations and pregnancy follow-up in English; you can mention this in your appointment request.

This page was reviewed by Op. Dr. Hüseyin Efe Akalın. Last updated: October 29, 2026

The information on this page is based on the guidelines of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health and the recommendations of the World Health Organization and the Turkish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology. It is for information only and does not replace an examination or diagnosis.