Authors


Louise P. King, MD, JD

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Management of chronic pelvic pain

Optimization of care represents a priority and requires an understanding of etiology to effectively diagnose and treat.


Jonathan E. Isaacs, MD

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New Mother's Thumb

The monikers “new mother’s thumb” or “mother’s wrist” stem from the increased incidence of this disorder seen during the third trimester of pregnancy and in the first few months after delivery, especially if breastfeeding.


Robert K. Zurawin, MD

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Surgeons Panel Discussion

Three esteemed surgeons discuss technology, weighing the pros and cons of existing and newly developed platforms.


Golnaz Namazi, MD

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Utility of pelvic ultrasound imaging in diagnosing endometriosis

Findings and significance for gynecologic surgeons.


Peminda K Cabandugama MD, Diplomate ABOM

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Creating a patient-positive care environment in your medical practice

A positive strategy to help patients with obesity is to help set realistic goals.


Francine Hughes, MD

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Physician burnout and self-care

During the pandemic, physician self-care and organizational efforts to protect physician wellbeing are vital to maintaining a healthy and able workforce, which in turn enables a strong response to the ongoing health crisis.


Ashley Gallagher

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Study finds attitudes around older motherhood focus on negative outcomes

Investigators argue that much of the language around women who give birth later in life is rooted in ableism and ageism and is out of step with current childbirth trends.


Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG

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Unmet Needs in the Management of Uterine Fibroids

Mauricio Abrão, MD, and Jessica A. Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, address gaps in care for the treatment of uterine fibroids and share the importance of patient education in disease management.


Paul Zarutskie, MD

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Mind-body resilience for women: A focus on depression

Here’s why we should be paying special attention to women’s depression treatment.


Kristen Laster, MD

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“I want to do this for my baby”: The woes of pregnancy and addiction

Substance use disorder may prove to be a significant issue for some mothers. In this article, experts discuss a case of addiction in pregnancy, analyzing the patient's medical history and psychosocial state.


Jack Kain

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CDC’s proposed opioid prescribing guideline: Does it fall short on drug testing?

Some research shows the previous guideline may have led to the under-treatment of patients with chronic pain.


Juliana Gevaerd Martins, MD

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Summary of Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) Consult Series #52: Diagnosis and management of fetal growth restriction

A challenge in the prenatal management of FGR is differentiating the constitutionally small fetus with a normal neonatal outcome from one who is pathologically growth restricted and at risk for postnatal complications.


Ronald Grifka, MD

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Five trends for health systems in 2023

Adaptability and flexibility will be needed to deal with for challenges next year.


Brad P. Glick, DO, MPH

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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.


Maria F. Paniscotti

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Beyond the federal anti-kickback statute

Providers can face criminal penalties under The Federal Travel Act & EKRA, too.


Matthew Gavidia

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Achieving equitable breast cancer care: Clinical trials, mental health, and digital therapeutics

Discussions regarding health equity and access to care have long been implicated in breast cancer. Here, key opinion leaders discuss the latest progress in clinical trial access, digital therapeutics, and other efforts that aim to ameliorate these care gaps.


Melissa J. Chen, MD, MPH

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Benefits of extended combined hormonal contraceptive regimens

Extended combined hormonal contraceptive regimens, which include prolonged active hormone use and shorter hormone-free intervals, offer increased contraceptive efficacy, reduced menstrual symptoms, and improved management of withdrawal bleeding compared to traditional cyclic use.


Giuliana Grossi

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Study shows the impact of adversity on sleep problems in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

In this study, investigators focused on children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), who are known to experience significant sleep disturbances.


Michael Dulin, MD, PHD

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Using analytics to address gaps in SDOH

More medical and SDOH (social determinants of health) data is available now than ever before to clinicians, health care organizations, and payors. Using this data can lead to better outcomes.


Mark Turrentine, MD

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Designing your patient’s prenatal care “PATH”

Recommendations for maternity care professionals based on MiPATH.


Society of Ob/Gyn Hospitalists

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SOGH responds to Roe v Wade decision

The Society of Ob/Gyn Hospitalists released a statement on the Supreme Court Decision overturning Roe v Wade.


Katherine A. Smith, MD

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Postoperative pain management

Exploring the available interventions for acute pain management during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of care.



Errol L. Fields, MD, PhD, MPH

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The role of the pediatric provider in supporting gender-diverse youth

Pediatricians, adolescent medicine physicians, and other youth providers can play a crucial role in mitigating this risk by supporting SMGD youth and their families and promoting resilience through inclusive and clinically, culturally competent care.


Ron Southwick

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Far more men than women are dying of drug overdoses

NIDA study shows significant gender difference, but reasons are uncertain.


Mauricio Abrão, MD

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Unmet Needs in the Management of Uterine Fibroids

Mauricio Abrão, MD, and Jessica A. Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, address gaps in care for the treatment of uterine fibroids and share the importance of patient education in disease management.


Fazila Rajab

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Breastfeeding reduces the severity of LRTIs in infants

A recent study examined the links between breastfeeding and preterm birth history with hospitalization duration due to LRTIs in infants and toddlers.


Samantha Fernandes, MD

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Proudly unmatched

Read one ob-gyn’s experience going unmatched and how she navigated the news in this Your Voice.


Charmaine Yuan, BS

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Rosacea: disagnosis and treatments for women, and best interventions for pregnant patients

A 35-year-old woman presents with a rash on her face, which worsened following a sunburn on a beach trip and persisted for more than 6 months. What's the diagnosis?


Kathryn Wheeler PharmD, BCPS

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FDA approves novel antifungal treatment for vaginal candidiasis

On June 2, 2021, ibrexafungerp (Brexafemme; Scynexis, Inc) was approved by the FDA for vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) in adult women and girls of reproductive age.

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