Episode 8.6 Cervical Catheters, SGA, Due Date Errors, History of Postpartum Depression
In this episode, we discuss four tips for placing and using catheters for induction of labor. Then we revisit the issue of small for gestational age versus fetal growth restriction. We also discuss th...
18 Sep 202459min
Episode 8.5 Ultrasounds of Twins, Tongue Ties, and Pap-sploitation
In this episode, we discuss the frequency of Pap smears for twin pregnancies as well as the need for using twin-based growth data for the diagnosis of fetal growth restriction in twins. We will poke t...
4 Sep 20241h 4min
Episode 8.4 Anticoagulation Use In Pregnancy
In this episode, we discuss prevention of thromboembolism during pregnancy and the postpartum period and the evidence for which patients should receive anticoagulation. Plus, the history of heparin an...
22 Aug 20241h 3min
Episode 8.3 Antiquated Physical Exam Techniques, Cord Blood Banking, and More!
In this episode, we challenge the reliability of traditional tests like Homan's sign and cervical motion tenderness. Learn how understanding and applying likelihood ratios can vastly improve diagnosti...
8 Aug 20241h 6min
Episode 8.2 Cesarean Under Local, New Literature, and History of Preeclampsia
In this episode, we discuss four tips for Cesarean under local. Then we discuss some new literature including full versus empty bladder during gyn procedures and endometrial ablation vs IUD for abnorm...
24 Jul 202458min
Episode 8.1 Overuse of HCGs, Famous Studies in OB, and the History of Mag Sulfate
In the season 8 premiere, we discuss over-utilization of serial quantitative HCGs. Then we discuss several famous or influential studies in obstetrics, including the WOMAN trial, the CLASP trial, the ...
11 Jul 20241h 3min
Episode 7.13 Uterine inversion, Trainee Harassment and Mistreatment, and Suicide
In this episode, we discuss four tips for uterine inversion. Then, we discuss mistreatment and abuse of trainees in OB/GYN plus physician suicide. Finally, we answer a question about closure of perito...
26 Jun 20241h 6min
Episode 7.12 BV Screening, WHI, First Trimester Anatomy Ultrasound, and Postpartum Sterilization
In this episode, we discuss routine bacterial vaginosis screening in patients with preterm labor symptoms. Then, we discuss some dietary and other less-discussed findings from the Women's Health Initi...
13 Jun 20241h 1min
