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Should OCs be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders?OCs should absolutely not be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders, says this expert; however, doing so for contraception is not contraindicated in adolescent women with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
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Are you ready for MOC?The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology stopped issuing their usual certificates in 2008 and have switched to a "maintenance of certification" protocol that requires all ob/gyns to walk through a more demanding 6-year process involving CME offerings, a written examination, and chart reviews.
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Are you ready for MOC?The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology stopped issuing their usual certificates in 2008 and have switched to a "maintenance of certification" protocol that requires all ob/gyns to walk through a more demanding 6-year process involving CME offerings, a written examination, and chart reviews.
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Should OCs be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders?OCs should absolutely not be prescribed to treat teen eating disorders, says this expert; however, doing so for contraception is not contraindicated in adolescent women with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
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5 steps to implementing an enhanced recovery pathwayAs value in healthcare becomes an increasing priority for healthcare systems, ERPs will play a vital role in improving the care provided to patients.
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Infertility update: Should you use anti-mullerian hormone to evaluate ovarian reserveAnti-mullerian hormone levels seem to be a more sensitive way of assessing ovarian reserve, when compared to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).
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Infertility update: Should you use anti-mullerian hormone to evaluate ovarian reserveAnti-mullerian hormone levels seem to be a more sensitive way of assessing ovarian reserve, when compared to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).
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Robotic revolution in gynecologic surgery?Robotic technology has already revolutionized laparoscopic urologic surgery. Will gynecologic surgery be next?
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Avoiding complications in endoscopic surgeryPlanning up front for an endoscopic gynecologic surgical procedure is the best way to prevent an injury or complication.
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Surgical wounds: Strategies for minimizing complicationsA look at how to minimize complications arising from surgical wounds.
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Congenital diaphragmatic herniaWhile uncommon, CDH can cause serious complications and even death. Find out how ultrasound can change the outcome.
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Surgical wounds: Strategies for minimizing complicationsA look at how to minimize complications arising from surgical wounds.
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A tiered approach to hyperemesis in pregnancyHyperemesis causes a variety of problems to mothers during pregnancy and a tiered approach can prove beneficial.
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Reproductive issues in sickle cell diseaseThree cases illustrate the unique challenges ob/gyns face while caring for SCD patients at various life stages.
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Impact of bleeding disorders on reproductionBleeding disorders can create problems with reproductions.
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A fond farewellAfter 20 years as editor-in-chief, Dr. Lockwood announces that he has stepped down and reflects on his time with the magazine.
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Is it still reasonable to offer MIS hysterectomy? No.Two ob/gyns provide arguments for and against offering the procedure. This article, from Dr. Fader, covers the con side of the argument.
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MFM Consult: Using oral hypoglycemics in pregnancy to manage type 2 and gestational diabetesA 28-year-old woman in her second pregnancy has a history of adult-onset diabetes mellitus.
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Preventing venous thromboembolism in patients requiring cesarean deliveryIntermittent compression devices seem appropriate for pregnant patients having a C section
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How to have difficult discussionsWhat are the key factors of communication with a patient who is fearing symptom progression or near death?
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Pelvic organ prolapse: Understanding anatomy does make a differenceVaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
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Pelvic organ prolapse: Understanding anatomy does make a differenceVaginal wall prolapse repair requires an in-depth understanding of the three most common pathological mechanisms.
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Q&A: Controversy: Gender selection via preimplantation genetic diagnosis: ethical pros and cons of the controversyIf choosing gender is okay before fertilization, why shouldn't it be with PGD after fertilization, is the thrust of the "pro" argument. The other side calls PGD gender discrimination.
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Ob/gyn implications of metabolic syndromeBeyond overt risks like obesity and diabetes, your patients with features of metabolic syndrome are at risk for more subtle problems--like infertility, pregnancy loss, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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Hormonal contraceptives: Do patients understand the real benefits and risks?Misconceptions about oral contraceptives, the vaginal ring, and the transdermal patch can deprive patients of their full benefits.
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Large group medical practices: Understanding the human dynamicsThe larger the practice, the greater the potential for personality clashes. People-savvy leaders offer advice on how to avoid conflicts.
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Treating UTIs in the age of antibiotic resistance: Strategies for the practicing OB/GYNOb/gyns have witnessed how development of antibiotic resistance has affected disease management in our specialty. Increased resistance of Neisseria. Gonorrhea (N. gonorrhea) to penicillins and quinolones, emergence of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and resistance of Group B Streptococcus to erythromycin and clindamycin have led us to modify our antibiotic treatment regimens.
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6 tips to help save lives in cases of AFE/ASPOb/gyns must be ready to move quickly when a patient exhibits the sudden and unexpected signs of anaphylactoid syndrome (ASP).
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Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult Series #51: Thromboembolism prophylaxis for cesarean deliveryThe risk of venous thromboembolism is particularly high during the postpartum period and especially following cesarean delivery.
