Episode 1.6 Micro-skills and Competencies in Obstetrics
In this episode, we discuss several micro-skills that add up to a lower Cesarean rate, including delivery of breach second twin, external cephalic version, VBAC, and more. We also discuss some tips f...
25 Maalis 202142min
Episode 1.5 Shoulder Dystocia, Kaiser Wilhelm, and the history of the Zavanelli
In this episode we discuss the risk factors and management strategies for shoulder dystocia. We also discuss the botched birth of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the history of the Zavanelli maneuver. Follow u...
10 Maalis 202143min
Episode 1.4 Maternal mortality, Canadian Cesareans, and 10 Diamonds
In this episode, we discuss US and international maternal mortality and strategies to reduce the local and global rates of maternal death. We also discuss the rising rates of Cesareans in Canada and 1...
25 Helmi 202142min
Episode 1.3 Does estrogen cause breast cancer? Negative pressures dressings, and more about nuchal translucency
In this episode, we discuss a new article about the possible benefits of nuchal translucency screening in women who have undergone cell-free DNA testing and two new articles about using negative press...
10 Helmi 202133min
Episode 1.2 Makena, the Covid Vaccine and Infertility, and the Australian Open
In this episode we discuss the efficacy of Makena (17-hydroxyprogesterone caproate) for the prevention of recurrent preterm labor in light of the PROLONG Trial. We also discuss myths about the COVID V...
28 Tammi 202139min
Episode 1.1 Noninvasive prenatal testing, gender prediction, and COVID 19 vaccines
In this episode, we discuss the latest guidance about screening for fetal abnormalities with cell-free DNA testing, the COVID 19 vaccine for breastfeeding and lactating women, and some true and not so...
14 Tammi 202137min
