Tune in as Dr. Torre Halscott presents part 6 of the MFM Fellow "Bootcamp" - Critical Care Basics.

Description 

Join cardio-obstetric experts in a quarterly case review aimed to develop your knowledge and skills in diagnosing and managing complex cardio-obstetric patients.  This interactive Socratic discussion is based on a unique case presented by MFM and cardiology fellows. The hour-long session includes a case presentation followed by expert-led questioning and analysis. Audience participation is encouraged.

The next session, presented by Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, will take place on January 14, 2026, at 4 PM ET and will focus on PPROM and Delivery in a Patient with Fontan Physiology. 

If you would like to submit a case to be presented, you can do so at this link. 

Presenter Information 

Shahar Laks, MD (Lead Presenter)

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

PGY-3 OB/GYN Resident

Lorene Temming, MD, MSCI, FACOG

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

Vice-Chair of Education, Associate Professor, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Rebecca Pierce-Williams, DO

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center 

Assistant Professor, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Kelecia Brown, MD

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

Assistant Professor, Director of Atrium Health Maternal Cardio-Obstetrics Program, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Sonya Randazzo, MD

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

OB Medical Director, Scope Anesthesia, Obstetric Anesthesiology

Jorge Alegria, MD 

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute

Medical Director of Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program, Adult Congenital Cardiology

Diane Holmes, DNP, FNP-BC, CHFN, AACC

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute

Center for Women’s Cardiovascular Health APP, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant

Esther S.H. Kim, MD, MPH, RPVI

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Sanger Health & Vascular Institute

Professor, Director for Center for Women’s Cardiovascular Health, President of Society of Vascular Medicine

How to submit a case 

If you would like to submit a case to be presented, you can do so at this link. 

Tune in as Dr. Catherine Albright presents part 5 of the MFM Fellow "Bootcamp" - Cardio-Pulmonary Basics.

Description: 

This webinar is designed to highlight how data-driven approaches can elevate clinical outcomes, demonstrate the value of MFM services, and strengthen our relationships with hospitals, payors, and referring communities. It will include three short presentations and an interactive Q&A where attendees can discuss their issues and have an open dialogue with speakers and attendees.

This will be a live webinar on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 7 pm ET. The recording will be available to view on demand after the live event. 

The webinar will cover the following topics:

1. Foundational MFM metrics and outcomes,
2. Building a culture of data-driven practice,
3. Using data strategically for growth, negotiation, and innovation.

This webinar does not offer CEUs or CME credits.

Tune in as Dr. Neil Silverman presents an MFM Fellow Lecture: Reaffirming the Role of Maternal Vaccination Against Seasonal Respiratory Illness

Objectives:

1. To appreciate the magnitude of health impact from vaccine-preventable respiratory illnesses on pregnant patients, their newborns, and their families.

2. To understand and to be able to communicate the evidence supporting the safety of vaccines in general, including during pregnancy

3. To better understand how to improve reimbursement for vaccine access in providers’ offices

Description 

The Clinical Management of Achondroplasia: Take a closer look at achondroplasia with a clinical expert.

Learning Objectives 

• Examine the underlying cause of inhibited bone growth in achondroplasia 
• Explore management options, including the latest international treatment guidelines
• Discover support and resources available to your patients  

Speaker 

Amrit Bhangoo, MD 

Pediatric Endocrinologist 

Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)

This webinar is independently developed and presented by BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. 

About the Industry-Supported Virtual Forums

The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s (SMFM) Industry-Supported Virtual Forum Series allows companies to share educational content and product-related information relevant to the maternal-fetal medicine community. These sessions are independently developed and are not certified for CME credit.

Disclaimer: The content of this independent presentation is neither endorsed nor supported by SMFM and does not represent official SMFM guidelines. It is offered to SMFM members for informational purposes only.

Dr. Cara Heuser, Dr. Leilah Zahedi-Spung, and Dr. Nisha Verma present MFM Fellow Lecture: Building Evidence-Based Skills for Effective Conversations about Abortion. 

This was only hosted live, but they can find information about the full training on the ACOG website: https://www.acog.org/programs/impact/activities-initiatives/building-evidence-based-skills-for-effective-conversations-about-abortion