Thinking About Ob/Gyn

Apr 02 2025 111 ep. 57 mins 12
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A fresh and evidence-based perspective of all things related to obstetrics and gynecology. Follow us on Instagram @thinkingaboutobgyn or visit thinkingaboutobgyn.com for show notes and more. 

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Episode 9.7 OB Triage Essentials (plus The Pitt)

Apr 02 2025 61 mins  
This episode features our favorite podcast ninja, Dr. Maddie White. She and Howard discuss how medical dramatizations misrepresent obstetric emergencies (yes, we are watching The Pitt). Then, we dissect evidence-based approaches to common triage scenarios including labor evaluation, rupture of membranes, and preterm labor assessment. • Television shows like "The Pitt" and "ER" po

Episode 9.6 New Birth Control Products and Other Updates

Mar 19 2025 65 mins  
Antonia Roberts and Howard Herrell review several new articles: • Epifoam for postpartum pain lacks evidence of effectiveness compared to simple ice packs while costing nearly $100 per unit • AMH levels above 5.39 are associated with PCOS diagnosis, providing a specific threshold for clinical use • External aortic compression demonstrated as a life-saving technique during sev

Episode 9.5 Operative Vaginal Deliveries

Mar 05 2025 60 mins  
We discuss the pressing issues surrounding operative vaginal deliveries, including trends in their usage and the disparities impacting delivery outcomes. Join us as we navigate these critical insights with expert guests Jamie Perry and Howard Herrell, revealing the complexities and nuances surrounding forceps and vacuum deliveries. • Examining the historical context of operative

Episode 9.4 Barbs, Birth Control Risks, Maternal Cancers, Aspirin, and More!

Feb 19 2025 65 mins  
This episode dives into the debate surrounding the efficacy and cost of barbed sutures in surgical practice, questioning whether their time-saving advantages are justified compared to traditional techniques, especially for uterine closure. Additionally, it explores the implications of non-invasive prenatal testing for cancer detection and recent maternal mortality statistics, while

Episode 9.3 Obstetric Life Support with Jacqueline Vidosh

Feb 05 2025 52 mins  
Join Howard with guest host Jacqueline Vidosh as we explore the challenges of maternal cardiac arrest. This episode emphasizes the urgent need for specialized training in obstetric life support. From discussing causes of maternal mortality to sharing practical tips for first responders, the insights presented aim to enhance awareness and preparedness in critical situations. • Dis

Episode 9.2 Circumvallate Placenta, Pregnancy Apps, Oral Meds for GDM, and HPV

Jan 22 2025 60 mins  
In this episode, Howard and Antonia focuses on the evolving guidelines for HPV screening and the implications for women's health, highlighting its superior effectiveness over traditional Pap smear tests. Additionally, we explore the reliability of pregnancy apps for information and address a listener question about Group B Streptococcus screening and management. • Discusses the t

Episode 9.1 Cesarean Hysterectomy

Jan 08 2025 59 mins  
Discover how cesarean hysterectomy, once a procedure shrouded in fear, has evolved into a life-saving operation with contributions from pioneering figures like Eduardo Porro and Lawson Tate. In this episode, we are joined by gynecologic oncologist Stuart Winkler, who shares invaluable insights into both unplanned and planned cesarean hysterectomies. Explore the primary indications

Episode 8.13 Flagyl, GBS, DUTCH, Jada, Quickening and More!

Dec 25 2024 60 mins  
Challenge preconceived notions in obstetrics and gynecology with our latest episode, where we dismantle myths that have long influenced medical practices, even in the absence of scientific backing. From unraveling the misunderstood reaction between alcohol and metronidazole to examining the overlooked risks of clindamycin cream, we'll look at how these misconceptions take root in m

Episode 8.12 Four Tips for Paps, OB Unit Closures, and the Importance of Hospital Based Obstetrics

Dec 11 2024 63 mins  
In this episode, we give four simple tips for performing a Pap smear. Then we dive into the complicated problem of obstetric units closing across the United States and actions we need to take to stop this dangerous trend that threatens the safety of pregnant women and newborns. Also, we highlight the important of hospital based obstetric programs and the history of why births moved

Episode 8.11 Catheters in Labor, Occiput Posterior Fetuses, and Cesarean Scar Disorder

Nov 27 2024 62 mins  
Do patients in labor need continuous bladder drainage? We will review the literature comparing intermittent to continuous drainage. Next, we venture into the art and science of manual rotation for persistent posterior fetal presentations, a skillful maneuver that might just hold the key to lowering cesarean rates. Drawing from comprehensive reviews and trials, including the TURN-OU