CREOGs Over Coffee

Episode 113: Placenta Accreta Part I

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick join Drs. Scott Shainker and Brett Einerson to talk everything placenta accreta in the first part of our PAS marathon.  Dr. Scott...

Episode 112: Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy Part IV

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick are back with the final part of cardiac disease in pregnancy. Today, we discuss pulmonary hypertension (briefly) and general consideratio...

Episode 111: Cardiac Disease in Pregnancy Part III

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick are back with the third part of cardiac disease in pregnancy. Today, it's all about the septal defects.  Twitter: @creogsovercoff1  Ins...

Episode 110: Hydradenitis Suppurativa

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick tackle a dermatologic problem that can affect many of our patients. Come learn about HS and the Hurley Staging System!  Twitter: ...

Episode 109: Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We cover an important topic today on IHCP.How do you diagnose cholestasis? When should you deliver?  Come find out on this episode of CREOGs Over Cof...

Episode 108: External Cephalic Version

31 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We can't believe we haven't covered this topic! Today, Fei and Nick discuss a great way to avoid that primary cesarean section: ECV.  Twitter: @creog...

Espresso Episode 7: Shoulder Dystocia

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Can you believe that we haven't yet covered shoulder dystocia on our podcast? Well, finally, here it is! Come and listen to Fei and Nick talk about th...

Episode 107: HCG

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today Fei and Nick are joined by Dr. Vivienne Meljen to talk about HCG. What is it? How do we use it? And of course, what causes false positives and f...

Episode 106: Vulvovaginal Complaints in the Pediatric Population

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei tackle their first ever pediatric/adolescent gynecology topic today regarding vulvovaginal complaints in the pediatric population. They t...

Episode 105: The Standardized Cesarean Section

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we bring on Dr. Joshua Dahlke and Dr. Jeffrey Sperling to discuss their recent article in the Green Journal, titled The Case for the Standardize...

Episode 104: Stillbirth with Dr. Christy Gandhi

27 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei sit down with Dr. Christy Gandhi to talk about stillbirth. Dr. Gandhi is a PGY-3 Ob/Gyn resident at Women and Infants Hospital/Bro...

Episode 103- COVID19 Updates and Vaccination

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick sit down to talk about the latest COVID 19 updates and the of course, the very exciting news about vaccination. This episode was recorded...

Episode 102: Peripartum Cardiomyopathy

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick discuss peripartum cardiomyopathy. What is it? How is it diagnosed, and when should you call MFM?  In other news, shout out to Carol Len...

Episode 101: Cervical Cancer with Dr. Erin Lips

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we sit down with Dr. Erin Lips, a gyn onc fellow at Brown University/Women and Infants Hospital to talk about cervical cancer. Come and learn h...

Episode 100: A Review of the Podcast!

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No Ob/gyn content today, but Fei and Nick celebrate their 100th episode by talking about the podcast. How did the idea come about? Where do they see t...

Episode 99: Pelvimetry

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei delve into clinical pelvimetry. What are all those measurements that you keep hearing about, and can they change clinical outcome?  Shou...

Episode 98: Surgical Abdomen in Pregnancy

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Please help us out with our survey. We'd love to hear from you: https://redcap.link/creogsovercoffee Twitter: @creogsovercoff1  Instagram: @creogsove...

Episode 97: Second Trimester Abortion

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we continue to delve into the new ACOG practice bulletins by talking about second trimester abortions. Fei and Nick discuss different laws in c...

#MedEd: Introduction to Contract Negotiations

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have a special #MedEd episode today that we poached from our friends over at Eyes 4 Ears. Drs. Benjamin Young and Amanda Redfern interview Heidi Ma...

Episode 96: Medication Abortions

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we cover medication abortions and review Practice Bulletin 225 that came out this month. We review who is eligible for medication abortion as we...

Episode 95: Cardiovascular Disease in Pregnancy Part II

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick go on to the second part of their multi-part series on cardiovascular disease in pregnancy. For the second part, we discuss cardiac disea...

Episode 94 - Cardiovascular Disease in Pregnancy Part I

06 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick tackle a huge topic in pregnancy: cardiac disease. For this first part, we start off basic with cardiac anatomy and review of blood flow....

Episode 93: Oxygen - Friend or Foe?

23 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Did you miss us?  Today we are going to be discussing a common agent that is literally everywhere -- oxygen! Now, we know that we all need oxygen (bu...

Episode 92: Mastalgia

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick discuss an important office topic: breast pain. Who knew that evening primrose oil wasn't first line therapy?    Twitter: @creog...

Episode 91: Benign Vulvar Dermatoses

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back today to talk about the latest practice bulletin! I know you're excited about benign vulvar dermatoses.    The good news is that you only...

Espresso Episode 6: Perinatal Depression

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's topic is one that is very important to all obstetric providers. Fei and Nick talk about perinatal depression and screening. Come take a listen...

Episode 90: Malposition and Malpresentation

28 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We graduated residency! That doesn't mean that we're leaving all of you though. Continue to look forward to amazing content from us. We are going to b...

Episode 89: Primary Care with Dr. Amed Logrono

21 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode features Dr. Amed Logrono from Yale's Primary Care Internal Medicine program. He talks to Nick and Fei about all the things that prima...

Espresso Episode 5: Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity

14 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode should be listened to in conjunction with our last episode on obstetric anesthesia. While you should definitely call for help for any ...

Episode 88: Obstetric Anesthesia and Analgesia

07 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick tackle obstetrics anesthesia and analgesia. Remember to talk to your patients about expectations of labor, and work with your anes...

Episode 87: Inherited Thrombophilias and Anticoagulation

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Huge topic today that encompasses two practice bulletins: inherited thrombophilias and anticoagulation. We know it's a big topic, but come and learn i...

Episode 86: Management of Alloimmunization

24 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Fei and Nick talk about the management of alloimmunization. Come and listen to figure out why they'll be wearing running shoes next year as...

Episode 85: Preventing Alloimmunization

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what the difference was between alloimmunization and isoimmunization (hint: there isn't one)? If you were as lost as Fei and Nick were a...

#MedEd: Wellness Part II with Dr. Dionne Poulton

09 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei sit down with Dr. Dionne Poulton, Care New England's Chief Diversity Officer, to discuss part II of the Wellness series: diversity...

Episode 84: Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy

03 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick talk about thyroid disease in pregnancy. How do you treat hyperthyroidism? What about thyroid storm? Come listen and find out.  Twitter:...

Episode 83: Operative Vaginal Birth

26 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we talk about operative vaginal birth. Do you like forceps or vacuums better? Come listen to Fei and Nick talk about the risks and benefits of ...

Episode 82: Multifetal Gestation

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jennifer Ding returns to talk to us about multifetal gestations. Come listen to find out about twins, triplets, and higher orders of multiples.  ...

Episode 81: Fibroids

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss all things fibroid! What are they and who gets them? What problems do they cause? Twitter: @creogsovercoff1  Instagram: @creogsoverc...

#MedEd: Wellness Part I

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A little bit of a different spin on today's topic: wellness. And before you delete this podcast, come hear us out! We take an evidence-based approach ...

Episode 80: Mullerian Anomalies and Variants

29 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we have two special guests with us to talk about this wonderful topic. Dr. Margie Thorsen is a PGY-1 at Brown/Women and Infants Ob/Gyn residenc...

Episode 79: COVID-19 for the Ob/Gyn

22 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We hope that everyone is staying safe in this uncertain time. We have made a short summary of COVID-19 based on the recommendations by ACOG, SMFM, and...

#MedEd: Applying into Gyn Onc

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we sit down with Dr. Glassman to talk about applying into gynecology oncology. Dr. Glassman is a PGY-4 at Brown and will be going to MD Anderson...

Episode 78: Infertility Treatments with Dr. Seidler

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we sat down with Dr. Emily Seidler from Beth Israel Deaconess to talk about treatment of infertility. If you have ever had issues remember all t...

Episode 77: Chronic Pelvic Pain

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eva Reina, PGY-3 at Brown, talks to us today about Chronic Pelvic Pain. This is obviously a broad topic, but Dr. Reina guides us through the etiol...

Episode 76: Sepsis in the Ob/Gyn Patient

01 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Spoilers: This may be Nick's favorite episode ever. Today, we sit down to talk about sepsis in the ob/gyn realm. We discuss SEPSIS-3, SOFA, the Rivers...

Episode 75: Breast Cancer and Treatment with Dr. Edmonson

23 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

  Today, Dr. Edmonson sits down again with us to talk about breast cancer and its treatment.  Twitter: @creogsovercoff1  Instagram: @creogsovercof...

Episode 74: Breast Imaging and Breast Density with Dr. David Edmonson

16 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Edmonson sits down to talk to us about breast imaging and breast density. What do our breast surgeon colleagues want us to know before we s...

Episode 73: Preventing the Primary Cesarean Section Part II

09 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We know we couldn't possibly cover everything about preventing the primary cesarean section in just one episode, so here is part 2! Fei and Nick talk ...

Episode 72: Group B Strep

02 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick sit down to talk about Group B Strep. What is the evidence behind screening? Why do we treat, and how do we treat?  Come take a l...

Episode 71: Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, UTI, and Pyelonephritis

26 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What are you supposed to do with all those pesky urine samples that you collect on your pregnant patients in prenatal clinic? Should you treat that ba...

Episode 70: Abnormal Pap Smears

19 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Congratulations on finishing the CREOG exam! But that doesn't mean it's too early to start preparing for next year. Today, Fei and Nick talk about abn...

Episode 69: Endometrial Cancer with Dr. Beffa

12 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Lindsey Beffa talks to us about endometrial cancer. Come and learn with us about oncology!  Twitter: @creogsovercoff1  Facebook: www.fac...

Episode 68: Obstetric Ultrasound

05 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jennifer Ding rejoins us today to talk about everything ultrasound in obstetrics! Ever had a question about exactly what all the different ultraso...

Episode 67: Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives

29 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick are tackling the world of LARCs! We focus on those methods available in the United States. Here's the scoop on implants vs. IUDs!  Twitt...

Episode 66: Vulvovaginal Itching

22 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick tackle the quintessential gynecology office complaint: vulvovaginal itching. What are all the possible causes? How do you treat it? Just ...

Episode 65: Needle and Suture

15 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you always wondered what those letters on the suture box mean? Are you like Fei, who used to ask for needles by saying, "You know, that one that'...

#MedEd: Applying into REI

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei and joined by Dr. Andrey Dolinko, who will be a reproductive endocrinology and infertility fellow at the University of Pennsylvania next ...

Episode 64: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

08 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy December! Today's episode is going to be a little crossover between REI and MFM, on recurrent pregnancy loss. What is it, and what causes it? Fi...

Episode 63: The Initial Infertility Work Up

01 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We hope everyone had a restful Thanksgiving! Today, Fei and Nick discuss the initial office workup for infertility. Come and take a listen!  Check us...

Episode 62: Preventing the Primary Cesarean Section

24 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick tackle a huge topic: preventing the primary cesarean section. We are both passionate about this, and in fact, our class gave two g...

Episode 61: Preventing Preterm Birth

17 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special thanks to one of our listeners, Roy Handelsman, for suggesting this topic. Today, Dr. Jennifer Ding, one of our third year residents, talk abo...

Episode 60: Chorioamnionitis

10 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei discuss guidelines regarding chorioamnionitis, including how to diagnose, and when to treat. Need more reading? Go ahead and take ...

Episode 59: TORCH Infections

03 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Remember those TORCH infections that you learned about all the way back when studying for Step 1? Yeah, we didn't either, but they are super important...

Espresso Episode 4: Cord Gases

27 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Fei and Nick talk about cord gases to follow last week's episode on fetal circulation. Here is a rapid review of what all those numbers really m...

#MedEd: Applying into MFM

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On our second #MedEd episode, we talk about the process of becoming interested in Maternal Fetal Medicine and applying into the field. We'll be doing ...

Episode 58: Fetal Circulation

20 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Oh my gosh, we matched! In celebration of our fellowship match, we bring you an obstetrics-oriented episode of fetal circulation. Nick and Fei pretend...

Episode 57: Antibiotics in Gyn Surgery

13 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A big thank you to Taylor DeGiulio from Beaumont for suggesting this topic! Today, Fei and Nick sit down and talk about gyn surgical infections and t...

Episode 56: Benign Breast Disease

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks so much to one of our listeners, Shardae Beale for suggesting this week's topic. Today, we delve into the world of benign breast disease. Ever ...

Episode 55: Gestational Trophoblastic Disease

29 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What's the difference between GTD vs. GTN vs. GTT? Dr. Jenna Emerson, a gynecology oncology fellow at Women and Infants Hospital/Brown University talk...

Episode 54: TOLAC

22 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss a very important topic in obstetrics: trial of labor after a cesarean delivery. Want to learn about who should and shouldn't TOLAC an...

#MedEd: How to Give Feedback

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Fei and Nick sit down for their first medical education episode on Creogs Over Coffee with Dr. Dayna Burrell and Elizabeth Kettyle, CNM! We disc...

Episode 53: Breech Vaginal Delivery

15 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Nick and Fei tackle a difficult subject: how do you counsel a patient if they want to have a breech vaginal delivery? We discuss the evidence an...

Espresso Episode 3: ACLS in Pregnancy

08 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's once again time for an espresso episode! This week, something to really get your heart pumping: ACLS in pregnancy. Nick and Fei review the basics...

Episode 52: Adnexal Masses Part IV

01 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick take on the huge topic of adnexal masses. This week: sex cord stromal tumors! We finally reach the end. Thanks so much for joining us on ...

Episode 51: Adnexal Masses Part III

25 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick take on the huge topic of adnexal masses. This week: germ cell tumors! Also, stay tuned for next week when we finish out this series with...

Episode 50: Adnexal Masses Part II

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick take on the huge topic of adnexal masses. This week: what are all those epithelial tumors anyway? Are they good? Are they bad? Come and l...

Episode 49: Adnexal Masses Part I

11 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick take on the huge topic of adnexal masses. This week: what should we, as Ob/Gyns be looking for on ultrasound? Not quite sure? Come and le...

Episode 48: Diagnostic Imaging in Pregnancy and Lactation

04 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common questions we get in our ED from other providers is whether or not it is ok for a pregnant or lactating woman to get imaging stu...

Episode 47: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

28 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei discuss the etiologies of abnormal uterine bleeding. We talk about PALM-COIEN, as well as how to initially work up patients with A...

Episode 46: Cervical Cancer Screening

21 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss cervical cancer screening and the history of the Pap smear and HPV. We talk about routine screening as well as screening in immunocom...

Episode 45: Transgender Care

14 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei sit down with Dr. Beth Cronin to discuss transgender patient care in Ob/gyn. We also discuss barriers in care for these patients as well ...

Episode 44: Preterm Labor and PPROM

07 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick sit down to talk about PPROM and preterm labor in this episode. We talk about definition, diagnosis, and management, as well as take you ...

Episode 43: IPV and Gun Violence

30 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Fei and Nick tackle the topic of intimate partner violence and gun violence. We discuss the definition, identification, and management of IPV a...

Episode 42: Early Unlocated Pregnancy

23 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We bring Dr. Erin Cleary back just before she leaves for the Ohio State University to become their MFM fellow! Today, she talks to us about early unlo...

Episode 41: Breastfeeding Part II

16 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today Fei and Nick finally sit down with Dr. Erin Cleary again for the second part of breastfeeding. On this episode, we discuss the myths of breastfe...

Episode 40: The Evidence Based C-Section

09 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei review evidence based C-sections. We review the 2013 Gray Journal article but Dr. Dalke and go through each step of the C-section,...

Episode 39: Vaccines in Pregnancy Part II

02 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick get back together to talk about vaccines postpartum. Specifically, they discuss MMR, varicella, and HPV, as well as their safety profiles...

Episode 38: Vaccines in Pregnancy Part I

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei discuss the flu vaccine and TDaP in the first part of their vaccines in pregnancy episode. They discuss why we vaccinate women during pre...

Special Episode 13: Interview with Dr. Dwight Rouse

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We didn't catch Dr. Rouse at SMFM, but luckily, he works at our very own institution! Nick and Fei sit down and talk to Dr. Rouse about his interests ...

Episode 37: HIV Part II

19 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick are back to talking abut HIV in pregnancy. We discuss screening, treatment, and also obstetric complications and considerations when pati...

Special SMFM Episode 12: Interview with Dr. Aaron Caughey

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today is (sadly) our last special SMFM episode, with Dr. Aaron Caughey from OHSU. Dr. Caughey talks to us about keeping grounded with his many extracu...

Episode 36: HIV Part I

12 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We're continuing our STI saga (you didn't think we'd leave out HIV, did you?) after a little hiatus. Nick and Fei talk about HIV care in nonpregnant p...

Special SMFM Episode Episode 11: Interview with Dr. Mary D'Alton

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei talk with Dr. D'Alton from Columbia about her journey to MFM. Fun fact: Dr. D'Alton completed a year of anesthesia residency and ...

Episode 35: Prolapse

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei sit down with Dr. Julia Shinnick, current resident at Women and Infants Hospital/Brown University and future urogynecology fellow here as...

Special SMFM Episode 10: Interview With Dr. Alison Stuebe

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Nick and Fei sit down with Dr. Alison Stuebe to discuss a career in MFM, online social media presence, being a mother during residency, fell...

Episode 34: Emergency Contraception

28 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick and Fei continue on with another family planning topic: emergency contraception. They bring on Dr. Leanne Free, third year resident at Brown/Wome...

Special SMFM Episode 9: Interview with Dr. Desmond Sutton

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Nick and Fei talk with Dr. Desmond Sutton, first year MFM fellow at Columbia! He talks about applying to fellowship, and then flips the roles a...

Episode 33: Progestins

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick bring on Dr. Benjamin Brown, an assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Warren Alpert School of Medicine/Women and Infant...

Special SMFM Episode 8: Interview with Dr. Jeff Sperling

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fei and Nick speak with Dr. Jeff Sperling, former Brown Ob/Gyn resident, now a third year MFM fellow at UCSF. He talks about the importance of the pat...

Episode 32: Electronic Fetal Monitoring Part II

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nick is back with our lovely fairy godmidwives, Liz and Linda to talk more about electronic fetal monitoring. This week, we discuss management of cate...