OB/Gyn
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Episode 1.7 Update on Makena and COVID, emergency contraception, and the relationship between breastfeeding and IQ
In this episode, we discuss some new literature about the effectiveness of progesterone for preterm labor as well as some new evidence implicating 17-hydroxyprogesterone as a possible endocrine disruptor that […]
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Episode 1.6 Micro-skills and Competencies in Obstetrics
In this episode, we discuss several micro-skills that add up to a lower Cesarean rate, including delivery of breach second twin, external cephalic version, VBAC, and more. We also discuss […]
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Episode 1.5 Shoulder dystocia, Kaiser Wilhelm, and the history of the Zavanelli manuever
In this episode we discuss the risk factors and management strategies for shoulder dystocia. We also discuss the botched birth of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the history of the Zavanelli […]
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Episode 1.4 Maternal mortality, Canadian Cesareans, and 10 Diamonds
In this episode, we discuss US and international maternal mortality and strategies to reduce the local and global rates of maternal death. We also discuss the rising rates of Cesareans […]
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Episode 1.3 Does estrogen cause breast cancer? NTs and negative pressure wound devices
In this episode, we discuss a new article about the possible benefits of nuchal translucency screening in women who have undergone cell-free DNA testing and two new articles about using […]
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Episode 1.2 Makena, the Covid Vaccine and Infertility, and the Australian Open
In this episode we discuss the efficacy of Makena (17-hydroxyprogesterone caproate) for the prevention of recurrent preterm birth in light of the PROLONG Trial. We also discuss myths about the […]
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Episode 1.1 Noninvasive prenatal testing, gender prediction, and COVID 19 vaccines
In this episode, we discuss the latest guidance about screening for fetal abnormalities with cell-free DNA testing, the COVID 19 vaccine for breastfeeding and lactating women, and some true […]
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Welcome to the Thinking About OB/Gyn Podcast!
Antonia Roberts, MD and Howard Herrell, MD like to think. And talk. So they started a podcast. Hopefully new episodes will be available every two weeks. The podcast will focus […]
