Dr. Amy Valent engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Sarah Osmundson, author of SMFM Consult #64. They delve into the complexities of systemic lupus erythematosus and pregnancy. Dr. Osmundson provides expert insight, addressing maternal and fetal complications, medication management, and crucial considerations for expectant mothers with lupus. Tune in to this episode to explore the unique challenges of lupus in pregnancy.

Dr. Amy Valent engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Amanda Bruegl of the Oneida and Stockbridge-Munsee Nations. Dr. Bruegl is an Associate Professor specializing in Gynecologic Oncology, Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and deeply involved in community outreach. In this episode, they discuss the methods and strategies for effective community engagement research in the realm of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive health. Discover the importance of partnership models, ethical consideration, and building trust within the community. Tune in to explore how community engagement can drive meaningful research and improve patient outcomes.  

In a conversation with Dr. Omar Young, Dr. Mary Norton and Dr. Ryan Schlueter share their journey as Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists, detailing their initial job searches, career transitions, and ongoing pursuit of opportunities. Gain insights into their experiences navigating both academic and private practice paths. Join them as they explore the multifaceted world of MFM careers and offer guidance for those embarking on their own professional journeys.

Listen to Dr. Karin Fox, Dr. Christina Duzyj Buniak, and Dr. Jessica Reid discuss SMFM Consult Series #63: Cesarean Scar Ectopic Pregnancy. 

For more information:

Take the Cesarean Scar Ectopic Pregnancy Online Course.

Read SMFM Consult #63.

Controversies in family planning: Management of cesarean-scar ectopic pregnancy (see handouts tab)

Review the CSP Registries:

• CSP-registry.com
• OSHU Redcap Surveys

On this podcast, Bekah Bischoff interviews Dr. Malavika Prabhu about AIM’s newest bundles, the Sepsis in Obstetrical Care Bundle. Dr. Prabhu outlines the bundle and describes implementation strategies for facilities. 

Prabhu: @DrPrabhuMFM 

Recorded: May 2023 

On this podcast, Bekah Bischoff interviews Dr. Lynn Yee and Dr. Chloe Zera about one of AIM’s newest bundles, which focuses on Postpartum Discharge Transition. Both Dr. Yee and Dr. Zera describe how the bundle can help improve maternal health and reduce deaths by improving and standardizing postpartum discharge and care provided in the weeks and months following childbirth.

Speakers: Lynn Yee, MD, MPH; Chloe Zera, MD; and Bekah Bischoff (Series Moderator) 

Yee: @LynnYeeMD 

Zera: @ChloeZeraMD 

Recorded: April 2023

On this podcast, Bekah Bischoff interviews Dr. Karen Florio, Dr. Suchitra Chandrasekaran, and Lisa Ehle about the impact of cardiac health on maternal mortality and morbidity and how to improve perinatal outcomes through implementation of the Cardiac Condition in Obstetric Care bundle. Dr. Suchitra and Ms. Ehle detail efforts to implement the bundle in Georgia, the first state in the nation to implement the new Cardiac Conditions bundle.

Speakers: Karen Florio, DO; Suchitra Chandrasekaran, MD; Lisa Ehle, MPH; and Bekah Bischoff (Series Moderator) 

Recorded: April 2023

On this podcast, Bekah Bischoff interviews Dr. Mishka Terplan and Dr. Niraj Chavan about the creation of and recent updates to the Care for Pregnant and Postpartum People with Substance Use Disorder bundle. Guests then discuss their experiences implementing the bundle at their institution, including overcoming common barriers to implementation, the importance of actively working to foster a culture of respectful care for this patient population, and how best to incorporate the patient perspective throughout implementation. >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW54862183 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">fifth episode in a series exploring opportunities for MFMs to improve maternal health outcomes at their institution and across their states through participation in the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) program. The podcast series is supported through an award from the AIM program.

Speakers: Mishka Terplan, MD, MPH, FACOG, DFASAM; Niraj Chavan, MD; and Bekah Bischoff (Series Moderator) 

Terplan: @do_less_harm 

Chavan: @NirajChavanMD 

Recorded: October 2022

On this podcast, Bekah Bischoff interviews Dr. Lisa Kane Low and Dr. Samuel Bauer about the Safe Reduction of Primary Cesarean Birth bundle. Guests provide an overview of the bundle and share their implementation experiences, including challenges and the importance of teamwork and strong champions. >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW131041364 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">fourth episode in a series exploring opportunities for MFMs to improve maternal health outcomes at their institution and across their states through participation in the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) program. The podcast series is supported through an award from the AIM program.

Speakers: Lisa Kane Low, PhD, CNM, FACNM, FAAN; Samuel T. Bauer, MD, MBA, FACHE, CPE, FACOG;  and Bekah Bischoff (Series Moderator) 

Bauer: @samuelbauermd 

Low: @kanelow 

Recorded: October 2022

Population-level data are increasingly being used for perinatal research. Join Drs. Danielle Panelli and David Rehkopf for a discussion on how to approach research questions using large data and what considerations must be made for use of socioeconomic variables available in these data. For more resources, see:

• Books: Social Epidemiology Barkmen Gleamore
• Journals: International Journal Epidemiology, American Journal of Epidemiology
• Authors: Nancy Krieger, Mary Bassett, Zinzi Bailey, Rachel Hardeman
• Paper: Chanelle J Howe, Zinzi D Bailey, Julia R Raifman, John W Jackson, Recommendations for Using Causal Diagrams to Study Racial Health Disparities, American Journal of Epidemiology, Volume 191, Issue 12, December 2022, Pages 1981–1989, https://doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwac140

Recorded: October 2022