Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Are you accepting new patients?
We are accepting new patients. Please contact us at (512) 451-3131 and we would be happy to schedule an appointment.
Where is your office located?
We are located at 1007 E. 41st St. between Red River and IH 35, directly across the street from Hancock Shopping Center.
Dr. Coyne has a clinic in Bastrop located at 3101 TX-71, Suite 207, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Patients are seen on Mondays only at this site.
What are your office hours?
Morning appointment times are available between 8-12:00 a.m. Afternoon appointment times are available between 1:10 and 4:30 p.m. The phones are answered from 8am- 4:30 pm and through lunch. The lab is open from 8 am- 4:30, closed through lunch.
Which insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major medical insurance plans. Our office personnel will review this with you when you make your appointment. We accept Medicaid for pregnancy only.
Which hospital do your doctors use?
Our primary hospital is St. David’s Medical Center it is a 919 E. 32nd St.
How do I reach the doctor at night?
To reach the doctor on call, dial 483-9022. Please try to take care of any prescription refill issues during office hours. Prescription refills-please contact your pharmacy for refills and they will communicate with us.
How do I refill prescriptions?
Please contact your pharmacy for refills and they will contact us during normal office hours.
Virtual Tour of St. David’s Medical Center Maternity Services
Our physicians deliver at St. David’s Medical Center in the heart of downtown Austin. Click here to take a brief tour of the Maternity Unit. If you would like a tour in person, please contact the hospital through the online patient registration.
During Your Pregnancy You Should Avoid the Following
Smoking, drugs, alcohol, saccharin (use reasonable amounts of NutraSweet/Aspartame are permissible), douching, tampon use, caffeine-do not drink more than 1 or 2 caffeinated drinks per day
Medical Problems in Pregnancy
- Heartburn – you may use Maalox, Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Rolaids, or Tums. Also, Pepcid, Zantac, Prilosec.
- Colds – increase fluid intake, especially clear liquids, use a vaporizer at night if congested. You may use Tylenol for fever, aches, and pains. Do not use more than the recommended daily dose. Actifed, Benadryl, Drixoral, Robitussin, or Mucinex are over-the-counter medications that can be used in pregnancy. Do not use nasal spray except for Ayr or Ocean Nasal Saline unless prescribed by your physician.
- Fever – call the office if your temperature is higher than 100.4 degrees.
- Headaches – Tylenol is acceptable. Do not use Ibuprofen products such as Advil or Aleve, Aspirin or Nuprin.
- Constipation – increase your water intake to 6-8 glasses per day. Increase dietary fiber including bran cereals, fruits, and raw vegetables. Stool softeners such as Colace or fiber products such as Citrucel, FiberCon, Konsyl, and Metamucil are recommended. Do not use laxatives or enemas.
- Morning sickness – eat 6-8 small meals per day. Keep saltine crackers at your bedside at night and eat them before getting out of bed in the morning. A small snack before bedtime may also help. Antacids, Altoid mints, ginger tea, and lemon drops may help.
- Vomiting – if excessive, please call the office.
- Dental problems – it’s okay to see your dentist during pregnancy. If x-rays are needed, a lead shield will be placed across your abdomen. Please avoid Nitrous Oxide gas during pregnancy.
- Symptoms of miscarriage – active bleeding, passage of tissue or clots or severe cramps are symptoms of possible miscarriage. Please report these symptoms to use.
Dietary Guidelines in Pregnancy
- Weight gain – a weight gain of 2-3 pounds per month for a total of 25-35 pounds is desirable if you begin the pregnancy at a normal weight. For women who are overweight, 15-20 pounds is recommended. For women who are underweight, 35-45 pounds is recommended.
- Protein, lean beef, chicken, turkey – (baked or boiled, not fried) are your best sources of protein. Vegetarians need to be sure to eat plenty of vegetable protein.
- Fish – eat no more than 4 oz. (about one small serving) of tuna per week. Limit your total intake of tuna to twice a week. Avoid swordfish, shark, king mackerel, tile fish (also called golden or white snapper) as these can contain potentially risky levels of mercury.
- Listeria – listeria is a dangerous bacterium that can cause problems for pregnant women. It is found in uncooked meats, uncooked vegetables, unpasteurized milk, and some processed foods. To prevent Listeria exposure avoid soft cheeses such as feta, Brie, Camembert, blue-veined cheese, and Mexican style cheeses such as queso fresco, queso blanco, and panela. Also, please avoid refrigerated, smoked seafood such as white fish salmon and mackerel. Avoid refrigerated pates or meat spreads. Please avoid hot dogs and luncheon meats unless they are reheated until steaming hot. Avoid raw or unpasteurized milk or juice, unwashed fruits and vegetables, and raw sprouts.
- Milk – 2-3 glasses of milk daily (low fat or skim milk are fine). If you cannot drink milk or eat yogurt or cheese, calcium supplements are good (Citracal, Caltrate, Tums, Viactiv).
- Iron – liver, peaches, grapes, dried apricots, raisins, egg yolks, fresh spinach, and peanut butter are rich in iron. An iron supplement may be needed in pregnancy.
- Seasoning – onion, lemon, garlic, and pepper are good choices. Avoid prepared salts like onion or garlic salt. Limit salt intake (hide your salt shaker!).
- Recommended snacks – washed fresh fruits and vegetables, hard boiled eggs, raisins, baked turkey or chicken.
Activity During Pregnancy
- Travel – pregnancy complications are more likely during the first three months and last three months of pregnancy. If you must travel, stop frequently, empty bladder frequently, and exercise your legs.
- Sexual activity – you may continue sexual intercourse throughout your pregnancy unless you feel uncomfortable or your doctor advises you otherwise.
- Exercise – we encouraged you to maintain the same level of activity you had prior to pregnancy. Please avoid water skiing, high impact sports, horseback riding, scuba diving, hot tubs, and tanning beds.
- Cosmetic treatments – it’s unknown if permanents, high lighting or coloring of the hair is harmful in the pregnancy. If you undergo these treatments, please be sure they are done in a well ventilated area by a skilled professional. Only have manicures or pedicures in a facility that you trust well and thoroughly clean their instruments. It’s best to avoid all cosmetic procedures during the first trimester. Please avoid hot tubs and tanning beds.
