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Joel A. Vilensky, PhD

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Can newborn babies breathe during breastfeeding?

Fact vs myth when it comes to babies breathing during breastfeeding.


Ariana Pelosci

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Steven J. Chmura, MD, PhD, compares addition of metastases-directed therapy vs SOC alone for oligometastatic breast cancer

Steven J. Chmura, MD, PhD, discussed recent findings from the phase 2R/3 NRG-BR002 trial in patients with newly diagnosed oligometastatic breast cancer.


Luis R. Hoyos, MD

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Hysterosalpingography for boomers to zoomers

Although the hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is the oldest special radiologic procedure, first performed over 110 years ago, it remains an essential part of the evaluation of the infertile couple.


Jenna K. Horton, NP

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EP. 15: Subsequent Treatment Considerations for Patients with Unsatisfactory Responses to Third-Line Therapy for OAB

Experts close their panel on OAB by identifying treatment pathways for patients who have an unsatisfactory response to third-line therapy.


Nick Rushworth

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Violence against women and acquired brain injuries

Violence against women and resulting traumatic brain injuries increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Martin Zaiac, MD

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Dermatoses of Pregnancy

Curbside Consults delivers expert perspectives from physicians outside of the OB/GYN specialty to provide insight into various health issues affecting pregnant women. This new section is the brainchild of Editorial Advisory Board member Christine Isaacs, MD.


Blake Farmer, Nashville Public Radio

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Medical boards pressured to let it slide when doctors spread COVID-19 misinformation

Stopping some doctors from sharing unsound medical advice has proved challenging. Even defining misinformation has been difficult. And during the pandemic, resistance from some state legislatures is complicating the effort.


Shravya Govindappagari, MD

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Iron-deficiency anemia in pregnancy and the role of intravenous iron

Anemia in pregnancy should be treated due to its connection to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes.


Jennifer Orahood, BSN, RNC-NIC, NTMNC

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Skin-to-skin contact in the neonatal intensive care unit

Skin-to-skin contact, sometimes called "kangaroo care," is a cheap, effective intervention to improve outcomes in preterm and low-birthweight infants.


Phoebe A. Ashley, MD, MS, FACC

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Statin use in midlife women

Risk assessment, lifestyle counseling, adverse effects, and medication management.


Naoko Kawaguchi, MSc, MPhil

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Violence against women and acquired brain injuries

Violence against women and resulting traumatic brain injuries increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.


David Abel, MD

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Skeletal dysplasia with David Abel, MD

Abel is a neonatalogist in Portland, Oregon. Abel practices at Oregon Health & Science University.


Mark H. Stoler, MD, FASCP

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Key Takeaways for HPV and Cervical Cancer Screening

Drs Emily K. Hill, Sangini S. Sheth, and Mark H. Stoler share practice pearls for HPV and cervical cancer screening and express their hope for emerging testing options.


Maggie L. Shaw

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Possible Link Found Between Adult-Onset Heart Failure, Preterm Birth

A higher risk of adult-onset heart failure was found in this Swedish study that investigated its association with singleton live births before 37 weeks gestation.


Jordan Klebanoff, MD

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Smoke evacuation in the age of COVID-19

Though theoretical, the threat of aerosolized viral particles places health care providers at risk. Certain safety measures can be taken.


Ido Feferkorn, MD

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The role of progesterone in miscarriage

Low progesterone levels have been associated with an increased rate of miscarriage.


Darlene Dobkowski, MA

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Fertility counseling for oncology patients

Elina Melik-Levine, ARNP, highlights the importance of early discussions about fertility preservation, referral pathways, and addressing socioeconomic challenges in cancer care, emphasizing the role of Miami Cancer Institute's onco-fertility program.


Beryl Benacerraf, MD

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Ultrasound images: Gynecologic diagnoses (Part 2)

The second slideshow of our gynecologic ultrasound collection reviews more commonly missed diagnoses and offers tips for recognizing them on ultrasound.


Beryl R. Benacerraf, MD

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Ultrasound images: Gynecologic diagnoses (Part 1)

The first slideshow of our gynecologic ultrasound collection reviews commonly missed diagnoses and offers tips for recognizing them on ultrasound.


Bobby Lazzara, MD

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USPTFS: Hepatitis B screening

Published in JAMA Network, a Reaffirmation from the US Preventive Services Task Force on screening for Hepatitis B virus infection in pregnant women.


Daniel W. Skupski, MD

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Ultrasound images: Fetal anomalies in multi-fetal gestations

Early imaging is key to the diagnosis of the many anomalies that are unique to multifetal gestations. The third slideshow of our ultrasound collection includes examples of these anomalies.


Gary A. Dildy III, MD

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How to prepare for postpartum hemorrhage

The aim of this paper is not to outline a specific medical-surgical algorithm for managing PPH, but rather to give an overview for system-wide preparedness that should be considered in planning to mitigate this frequent, potentially life-threatening, obstetrical emergency.


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James M. Shwayder, MD, JD

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Documentation saves the day

Learn how documentation can significantly benefit patients and providers.



John R. Lurain, MD

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Ultrasounds - Hydatidiform mole

Ultrasonography plays a critical role in the diagnosis of both complete and partial molar pregnancy. 


Jon Einarsson, MD

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Laparoscopic excision of transmural rectal endometriosis

In this video, Jon Einarsson, MD, PhD MPH, discusses his work to develop a less invasive technique for removal of the transmural bowel nodules. 



Marcus L. Quek, MD

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Know the gender differences in bladder cancer

Even after diagnosis, female patients with bladder cancer continue to suffer worse outcomes than males following definitive treatment.


Mary Beth Nierengarten

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Are endocrine-disrupting chemicals linked to endometriosis?

A recently published Chinese study is the first of its kind to summarize all evidence on endometrial risk associated with exposure to EDCs.


Paula J. Hillard, MD

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Practical and straightforward information on LARC

Expert commentary on Practice Bulletin No. 186: Long-Acting Reversible Contraception: Implants and Intrauterine Devices.

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