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Niraparib Demonstrates PFS Benefit in Chinese Population With Advanced Ovarian CancerFirst-line maintenance treatment with the PARP inhibitor niraparib yielded a clinically meaningful and statistically significant improvement in progression-free survival vs placebo in Chinese patients with platinum-responsive advanced ovarian cancer, regardless of biomarker status, according to data from the phase 3 PRIME trial.
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Treatment validation platforms can reduce care variations and promote health equityEmerging technology helps ensure best practices while reducing costs of care.
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Clues to the origins of ovarian cancerFamily history assessment, genetic screening are key to prevention.
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Statin use in midlife womenRisk assessment, lifestyle counseling, adverse effects, and medication management.
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Helping parents cope with adolescent behaviorA teenager’s day-to-day behavior can vary greatly. Here are some tips for understanding and navigating this challenging time.
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Uterine anomalies in pregnancyClinical pearls for assessment and management of the pregnant patient with a uterovaginal anomaly.
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Kudos to WHOIn honor of World Health Day on April 7, our President and CEO, Mike Hennessy Jr, reflects on the founding of the World Health Organization in his monthly publisher's note.
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Addressing burnout before impacting your familyToday is Physician Family Day, the perfect time to reflect and address any potential burnout symptoms and spend quality time re-engaging with your loved ones.
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Demystifying AVMsRisk assessment and management of brain arteriovenous malformations in pregnancy.
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Pembrolizumab plus lenvatinib show promise in advanced endometrial carcinomaNew trial results showed statistically significant improvements in overall survival and progression-free survival.
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COVID-19 delays cancer screenings, deaths expected to rise in next 10 yearsCancer programs seek to remove barriers to screenings.
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Contraception: Hopes for the FutureKate White, MD, MPH, and Harold Bays, MD, discuss their hopes for the future of contraception options, affordability, and clinical trials evaluating their efficacy.
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Patients want physicians to answer quickly when calling at ‘the digital front door’Survey examines yearly evolution of patient, doctor feelings on access to care.
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An update on the presentation, nosology, and causes of postpartum psychosisPostpartum psychosis is experienced by 1 to 2 women every 1000 deliveries.
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Radiofrequency ablation for fibroidsUnderstanding the technology behind a newer uterus-sparing option for the management of uterine fibroids.
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The Management of Chronic Gynecologic Conditions During COVID and BeyondExperts discuss management of women’s health including chronic pelvic pain resulting from endometriosis and heavy menstrual bleeding from uterine fibroids. They also discuss ways to help improve patient-provider communications and overcome the normalization associated with non-malignant gynecological conditions.
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Choosing the right pillOral contraceptive pills are a popular choice for many; providers should understand the options to guide patients effectively.
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Payment models put the value in value-based careIn this month's Practice Matters column, James D. Keller, MD, MHSA; and Brian K. Iriye, MD, explore the world of value-based care and how it can benefit your practice.
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Frequent use of neoadjuvant chemotherapy may further benefit patients with advanced ovarian cancerTreatment programs that often use neoadjuvant chemotherapy as a strategy may help prolong survival in patients with advanced ovarian cancer compared with those that infrequently used the tactic, which may reassure patients and providers.
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Surgeons Panel DiscussionThree esteemed surgeons discuss technology, weighing the pros and cons of existing and newly developed platforms.
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Historical Difficulty in Safely and Effectively Preventing CMVExperts discuss the trajectory of CMV awareness and vaccine development efforts.
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Mind-body resilience for women: A focus on depressionHere’s why we should be paying special attention to women’s depression treatment.
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How can we prevent pregnancy-related deaths?Interventions before and after birth can reduce the rising maternal mortality ratio.
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Designing your patient’s prenatal care “PATH”Recommendations for maternity care professionals based on MiPATH.
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Obesity prevalence in United States linked to significant increase over 4 decadesFrom 1976 to 2018, data show the prevalence of obesity in the United States increased from 6.2% to 32.7%.
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How health care systems and providers can address cisnormativityHalley Crissman, MD, MPH, shares her insight on the ways in which hospital systems reinforce cisnormativity and focal points to address for a more welcoming environment.
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Financial success and patient satisfaction: Are they related?When considering the “health” of a medical practice, much of the focus is on financial indicators: missing collections at the time of service, recurring denials, poor claims management and aging patient balances. However, another area needs attention but is often overlooked: patient satisfaction.
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Protocol 11: Maternal AnemiaThe protocol presented here provides an algorithm for the initial evaluation of anemia in pregnancy, with treatment algorithms for the most common causes in pregnancy.
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Pharmacies limiting Plan B purchases after Roe v. Wade reversalThe American Medical Association is urging the FDA to approve OTC access to oral contraceptives.
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Essentials of vulvovaginal dermatologyCorrect terms and education can help normalize the conversation for patients.
