Authors


Jill Liss, MD
Jill Liss, MD, MSCP, FACOG

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Tailoring menopause care to your patients' goals, with Jill Liss, MD

Jill Liss, MD, shares details on her presentation on the physiology of menopause care and how clinicians can use evidence to improve patient care at the 2025 ACOG ACSM.



Katherine Vanhise, MD

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Getting a grip on polycystic ovary syndrome

A diagnosis and management refresher.


Megan A. Cohen, MD, MPH

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Megan Cohen, MD, MPH, outlines 2024 CDC contraception guidelines

Megan Cohen, MD, MPH, outlines major changes to the CDC’s 2024 contraceptive recommendations, including updated safety classifications, inclusive language, and new guidance for transgender and medically complex patients.


Jamie Cesanek

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New biomarker could predict immunotherapy benefit in breast cancer

The Major Histocompatibility Complex Class II protein has potential to predict immunotherapy benefit in two types of breast cancer.


Robin Noble, MD, MHCDS

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Robin Noble, MD, MHCDS, debunks estrogen therapy myths

Learn the truth about estrogen therapy, including its safety, benefits, and the critical differences between local and systemic hormone treatments.


Kate Pierce

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The time is now for federal agencies to fortify cybersecurity among small and rural hospitals

As physicians focus on patient health and executives work to keep the doors open, data breaches can have serious consequences for everyone.


Kevin Kavanagh, MD

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The end of the COVID-19 public health emergency?

Although the public health emergency for COVID-19 is officially over, infection rates, precautions, and safety measures for communities around the United States still need to be addressed.


Sarah Raifman, PhD, MSc

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Sarah Raifman, PhD, MSc, highlights the link between heavy drinking and pregnancy

A new study using advanced pregnancy preference measures reveals that heavy alcohol use significantly increases the risk of unintended pregnancy, highlighting the need for personalized contraceptive support.


Yifan Emily Chang, MD

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Deep dive into HPV vaccines

A safety and efficacy refresher


Mia Dekel

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Pruritic rash in vulvovaginal area of 2-year-old girl

Three months ago, a healthy 2-year-old girl presented with a mildly pruritic rash with erythematous plaques, some silvery white, in the vulvovaginal area. She had no vaginal discharge or other symptoms. The rash is now more widespread, and new lesions have recently appeared on her lower back and thighs. What's the diagnosis?


Karyn S. Eilber, MD

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Karyn S. Eilber, MD, discusses updates on management of genitourinary syndrome of menopause

In this Q&A, Karyn S. Eilber, MD, shares some of the biggest takeaways from the new AUA/SUFU/AUGS 2025 Guidelines on Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause.


Sarah H. Glass, DSS

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Dental dilemmas in pregnancy

Curbside Consults delivers expert perspectives from physicians outside of the ob/gyn specialty to provide insight into various health issues affecting pregnant women, about which they are experts. This new section is the brainchild of Editorial Advisory Board member Christine Isaacs, MD.


Aleha Aziz, MD

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Aleha Aziz, MD, MPH: The fellow on the frontlines of COVID-19

Senior Editor Angie DeRosa interviews Aleha Aziz, MD, an ob/gyn at Columbia University’s Irving Medical Center in New York. Dr. Aziz was one of many fellows involved with caring for patients during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City earlier this year.



Rob Schile

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"Future proofing" health care

The pandemic’s profound impact on the industry has only heightened with staffing shortages and health care legislation complexities.


Matthew Siedhoff, MD, MSCR

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Surgical treatments for endometriosis

Laparoscopy remains the gold standard for diagnosis and treatment of the disease.


Carol B. Hanna, PhD

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Impact of marijuana: Frequently asked questions

With growing public endorsement of the potential benefits of marijuana, it is important for health care providers to effectively counsel patients regarding its effects on fertility and future offspring.


Stacey Missmer, ScD

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The Management of Chronic Gynecologic Conditions During COVID and Beyond

Experts 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.


Rachel Schell, MD

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Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy

Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) is a rare but potentially fatal condition characterized by hepatic failure.


Michele Meyer

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Women’s disabilities affect likelihood of prenatal care and negative outcomes

A study published in American Journal of Preventive Medicine compared prenatal care in women with various disabilities.


Kenton H. Steele, Esq

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What physicians should know about apologizing to patients

Apology laws limit the admissibility of apologetic statements.


Mark B. Landon, MD

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Diagnosis and Management of Gestational Diabetes

What every OB/GYN needs to know to manage this complication.


Kushani G. Patel, DO

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Perspectives on global women’s mental health

This diverse group of women came together to explore the challenges in treating mental illness in patients who identify as female.


Aine Cryts

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Tips for hiring staff during the great resignation

Strategies practices can use to attract skilled workers to their open positions.


Joy Baker, MD, FACOG

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Joy Baker, MD, FACOG, highlights how to recognize postpartum depression

Postpartum depression often goes undiagnosed because of a lack of screening and stigma—learn how early detection, open conversations, and new treatment options can improve outcomes for mothers.



Veerle Bergink, MD, PhD

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Veerle Bergink, MD, PhD, highlights familial links of postpartum psychosis

Learn how postpartum psychosis impacts maternal health, the role of family history, and key steps to identify and prevent this serious but treatable condition.


Shefali R. Pathy, MD, MPH

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What patients need to know about virtual Well Woman visits

As the pandemic forces health care to adapt, virtual Well Woman visits can be offered as a safe approach to timely care.


Ilana Torine, DO

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Newborn with fevers and tremors: What's the diagnosis?

His mother’s past medical history is significant for preeclampsia, previous opiate, and cocaine abuse, and current tobacco use, and she was incarcerated during the pregnancy. What's the diagnosis?

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