OB/Gyn

Episode 4.10 Iron in pregnancy, Sexism in OB/GYN, and the Postpartum visit

In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of iron supplementation during pregnancy. We take a big of a dangerous dive into chauvinism and sexism in OB/GYN. Then, we discuss rethinking the postpartum visit(s) to better serve patients. 

Links Discussed:

Anemia in Pregnancy

Increased hepcidin levels in preeclampsia: a protective mechanism against iron overload mediated oxidative stress?

Screening for Iron Deficiency Anemia and Iron Supplementation in Pregnant Women to Improve Maternal Health and Birth Outcomes: Recommendation Statement

Williams Obstetrics and Male Chauvinism

Female ob-gyns are now the majority

Ethical Ways for Physicians to Market a Practice

Gender bias in the medical education of obstetrician-gynaecologists in the United States: A systematic review

Sexism in obstetrics and gynecology: not just a “women’s issue”

More Women Populate Obstetrics and Gynecology

Optimizing Postpartum Care

Association of Primary Cesarean Delivery Rate With Dissemination of Nurse-Specific Cesarean Delivery Rates

A Successful Program to Lower Cesarean-Section Rates