Thinking About Ob/Gyn
Episodes
Episode 3.10 ACOG ACM, Advertisers, and Abortion
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss some hits and misses at the ACOG Annual Clinical Meeting, including the Prevena incision management system, as well as othe...
Episode 3.9 Breast Cancer, CHAP Trial, Bump Studies, and Picking Outcomes That Matter
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we revisit outcomes in the CHAP Trial and have a general discussion about understanding the difference in the rate of diagnosis and d...
Episode 3.8 Measuring Amniotic Fluid, Magnesium, and Treating Chronic Hypertension
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the evidence for the best ways to measure amniotic fluid and diagnose oligohydramnios and polyhydramnios. We also discuss ...
Episode 3.7 Choosing Wisely Part 2 and the New Book!
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we finish up the Choosing Wisely recommendations relating to OB/GYN. Plus, the new book, Clinical Reasoning is now available! Buy it ...
Episode 3.6 Choosing Wisely Recommendations for OB/GYN, Part 1
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review women's health related recommendations from the Choosing Wisely project.Follow us on Instagram @thinkingaboutobgyn.
Episode 3.5 Tilts, Twins, Outpatient Induction, PCOS, and Pessaries
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss a several new articles relating to mode of delivery for preterm twins, outpatient cervical ripening with balloons, PCOS, an...
Episode 3.4 Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers, Endometrial Ablation, and COVID
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss reasons for the falling rates of ovarian cancers and the rising rates of endometrial cancers. We also discuss the impact t...
Episode 3.3 When should we use new treatments? Jada And cfDNA
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the new Jada postpartum hemorrhage device. More importantly, we discuss the process for choosing to utilize new interventio...
Episode 3.2 Optimal Cord Clamping
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, special guest Scott Guthrie, MD joins us to discuss optimal cord clamping (or what used to be called delayed cord clamping). We discu...
Episode 3.1 Insulin, Betty White, Pap Smears and Adopting Practices Changes
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tell the story of the first insulin injection 100 years ago yesterday. Then we discuss the history of pap smear guidelines and the...
Episode 2:13 Cesarean Technique, Prenatal Vitamins, and Omicron
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss evidence-based Cesarean Delivery technique. Plus, we review the evidence for use of prenatal supplements in multiples and ...
Episode 2.12 Dealing With Pregnancy Loss From a Therapist's Perspective
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Tracy Gilmour-Nimoy, M.S., LMFT, PMH-C who describes her own pregnancy loss and gives us many insights into dealing with...
Episode 2.11 Marijuana, Sperm, Covid, Breasts, and More!
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss some Covid updates. Then we talk about marijuana and CBD use in pregnancy as well as the effects of marijuana use on sperm...
Episode 2.10 Progesterone for Miscarriage, Epidurals and Infant Outcomes, and the McClintock Effect
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the evidence for risks and benefits for progesterone to prevent miscarriage. Then we discuss new evidence about epidural u...
Episode 2.9 Birth Plans
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss birth plans!Follow us on Instagram @thinkingaboutobgyn.
Episode 2.8 Vaginal lasers, metformin for PCOS, home birth safety, and blood transfusions
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the use of vaginal lasers for vaginal rejuvenation. We discuss the role of metformin in the treatment of PCOS. We discuss ...
Episode 2.7 Thromboprophylaxis, Impacted Fetal Heads at Cesarean, Epidurals and Autism, and Aspirin for Preeclampsia
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss new evidence about how many obstetric patients benefit from thromboprophylaxis. Then we discuss techniques for Cesareans i...
Episode 2.6 IUD Updates, Management of Persistently Abnormal Quants, and COVID cures
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about some updates about Mirena and other IUDs. Then we discuss a new study that looks at the best way to handle pregnancy of...
Episode 2.5 Burnout and Moral Injury
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about two new articles relating to burnout and moral injury and discuss strategies to address these growing problems. Follow...
Episode 2:4 Robotic surgery, COVID updates and ethical considerations, and other stuff
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss a new systematic review of robotic surgery and its implications for gynecologic surgery. Plus some updates about COVID and...
Episode 2.3 Tocolytic Drugs
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We review a new study about calcium channel blockers used for tocolysis for preterm labor, as well as other drugs, including ethanol, beta agonists, m...
Episode 2.2 Breastfeeding
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we invite a guest to talk about breastfeeding, including basic tips and problems, as well as review the literature about supplements ...
Episode 2.1 The value of the general health check and chronic pelvic pain
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss two recent review articles from JAMA. The first discusses the value of the general health/preventative exam and the second...
Episode 1.13 "Fatherhood:" Liz Logelin's death, bedrest, and other related issues
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the new Netflix film "Fatherhood," starring Kevin Hart, and discuss issues relating to the death of Liz Logelin, ...
Episode 1.12 Late antenatal steroids, obesity and risk of fetal demise, and abuse of P-values
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss a new article with some negative findings relating to administration of antenatal steroids to fetuses who go on to deliver...
Episode 1.11 Obesity in pregnancy, high dose oxytocin, and new recommendations for antenatal testing
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss some new information about obesity in pregnancy, including the accuracy of BMI, antenatal testing recommendations, and mor...
Episode 1.10 Covid, reducing Cesarean rates, birth outside the hospital, surgeon quality, cervical cancer surgery, and unnecessary procedures
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss two new articles relating to Covid during pregnancy. Then we look at new data regarding the safety of birth at freestandin...
Episode 1.9 Birth in the Movies, Pieces of a Woman, Ursodiol, and intermittent fetal monitoring
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review a recent systematic review of the impact of ursodiol in patients with cholestasis of pregnancy as well as a recent review o...
Episode 1.8 Exparel and TAP blocks plus the history of insulin and diabetes in pregnancy
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the use of TAP blocks for Cesarean delivery with and without liposomal bupivacaine or Exparel and discuss issues related to...
Episode 1.7 Update on Makena and COVID, emergency contraception, and the relationship between breastfeeding and IQ
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss some new literature about the effectiveness of progesterone for preterm labor as well as some new evidence implicating 17-...
Episode 1.6 Micro-skills and Competencies in Obstetrics
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss several micro-skills that add up to a lower Cesarean rate, including delivery of breach second twin, external cephalic v...
Episode 1.5 Shoulder Dystocia, Kaiser Wilhelm, and the history of the Zavanelli
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the risk factors and management strategies for shoulder dystocia. We also discuss the botched birth of Kaiser Wilhelm II an...
Episode 1.4 Maternal mortality, Canadian Cesareans, and 10 Diamonds
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss US and international maternal mortality and strategies to reduce the local and global rates of maternal death. We also dis...
Episode 1.3 Does estrogen cause breast cancer? Negative pressures dressings, and more about nuchal translucency
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss a new article about the possible benefits of nuchal translucency screening in women who have undergone cell-free DNA testi...
Episode 1.2 Makena, the Covid Vaccine and Infertility, and the Australian Open
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the efficacy of Makena (17-hydroxyprogesterone caproate) for the prevention of recurrent preterm labor in light of the PROL...
Episode 1.1 Noninvasive prenatal testing, gender prediction, and COVID 19 vaccines
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the latest guidance about screening for fetal abnormalities with cell-free DNA testing, the COVID 19 vaccine for breastfee...