Anchorage cancels swine flu shot clinic Nov 7, 2009
Shannon Uffenbeck, who is pregnant and has asthma -- hitting two priority groups -- said she spent 10 hours trying to track down a preservative-free version of the vaccine, the kind that is being sent to some obstetrician and gynecologist offices, but not all of them. She stood in line at Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center, which offers swine flu vaccines daily from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., but found it did not have the preservative-free version at the time she was there. (Anchorage Daily News)
Beyond the Multiplex Nov 7, 2009
Even the crunchiest natural-childbirth fanatic in the universe would have sent her to an obstetrician. . (Salon)
House to Consider Abortion Anesthesia Bill Nov 6, 2009
an obstetrician and antiabortion conservative. While the measure has provoked strong opposition from Planned Parenthood and the National Abortion Federation, NARAL Pro-Choice America, perhaps the nation's leading abortion rights group, has stayed neutral. (Yahoo News -- Abortion Rights Debate)
Pregnant women take priority for H1N1 shots Nov 5, 2009
County officials are asking that women first check to see if they can get an H1N1 flu shot from their obstetrician. Expectant mothers will need a referral from their doctor to get the flu shot from the Health Services Agency, which serves the county's low- income population. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Obesity Significantly Cuts Odds Of Successful Pregnancy, Study Finds Nov 5, 2009
4, 2009) Obese women are as much as 28 percent less likely to become pregnant and have a successful pregnancy, according to research that earned a Michigan State University professor a national award. The findings by Barbara Luke, a researcher in the MSU College of Human Medicine's Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, focused on data of nearly 50,000 women using assisted reproductive technology. (Science Daily)
Paige: Extra chromosome, extra special Nov 5, 2009
At my first obstetrician appointment, my doctor explained about the NT (nuchal translucency) scan and blood test and told me that I could have this test to see what my risk was for having a child with Down syndrome ... The midwife and obstetrician wanted me to go into town for a detailed scan and an amniocentesis because I was almost 19 weeks and if I wanted to terminate, it would be tricky to do so after 20 weeks ... I had my last obstetrician appointment when I was 39 weeks and five days... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
District prepares for flu season Nov 4, 2009
When the Hamilton and Wenham Boards of Health do obtain H1N1 vaccines, they will contact local obstetrician offices first to see if they have anyone on waiting lists particularly pregnant women that fit into that priority category. In December or January, that s when we might get large enough quantities to hold large clinics, Whelan said, adding, It s still important then. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Public option not helped by vaccine mess Nov 1, 2009
So, since her obstetrician didn't have any vaccine, and her son's pediatrician didn't have any vaccine, instead of coming to work the next morning, she drove 25 miles in the wrong direction to be one of the first in line at the county clinic, putting her among those numbers I hear at the end of the day. At least she's doing better than I am. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Student wins for rural health initiative Nov 1, 2009
Dr Percival, a GP and obstetrician, was recognised for more than 25 years of hard work specialising in rural birthing services and indigenous health. South Australian doctor and anaesthetist Peter Rischbieth was also recognised, receiving the Peter Graham 'Cohuna' Award for his many years of rural service. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Thousands swamp S.F. clinics to get vaccine Oct 31, 2009
"My obstetrician wasn't sure if they were going to get it before my due date," Levinson said. "If you miss these clinics, who knows when they'll get more vaccine - next week, next month, January?". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Study Shows Linkage Between Teen Girls' Weight And Sexual Behavior Oct 30, 2009
Dr. Akers also is an obstetrician and gynecologist at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC and an investigator in the Magee-Womens Research institute. Other authors contributing to this study include Cheryl Lynch, M.D., M.P.H., Center for Health Disparities Research, Medical University of South Carolina; Melanie Gold, M.D., Division of Student Affairs; Willa Doswell, Ph. (Science Daily)
Helping mothers Oct 27, 2009
As a consultant obstetrician at University College Hospital in London, it is part of his day-to-day life ... Patrick O'BrienConsultant obstetrician, University College Hospital. (BBC News -- Health)
Mr. Popular wins the peace prize Oct 25, 2009
Someone, for example, like Dr. Izzeldin al-Aish, a Palestinian obstetrician, public health expert and longtime peace activist who continues to promote joint Israeli-Palestinian projects even after his three daughters and a niece were killed in their Gaza home by an Israeli shell in January. Or Judea Pearl, the Israeli-born father of slain Wall Street Journal reporter Danny Pearl, who founded the Daniel Pearl Dialogue for Muslim-Jewish Understanding after his son was beheaded by al-Qaida... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Doctor offers lesson for leaders Oct 25, 2009
After 20 years working as a gynecologist and obstetrician at top Israeli hospitals, Abuelaish has just moved to Toronto with his five surviving children to begin a five-year stint at a university hospital, even as he pushes ahead with health projects in Gaza. He also is creating a foundation, Daughters for Life, in his daughters honor, to provide better health care for women and girls in Gaza. (Boston Globe)
Obese Women Gain Too Much Weight In Pregnancy, Then Retain Weight A Year Later Oct 22, 2009
12, 2008) Heavy women gain too much weight during pregnancy, says an obstetrician and obesity expert. Recommendations which are followed worldwide by obstetricians, encourage obese women to gain at least 15. (Science Daily)
Health Department H1N1 vaccine update Oct 22, 2009
All pregnant women will need to talk with their obstetrician for the H1N1 Influenza Vaccine. The H1N1 Influenza Vaccine for children 10 years through all adult ages is not a thimerasol free vaccine. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Being obese no big deal, say pregnant women Oct 19, 2009
Professor Marc Keirse, who is an obstetrician and gynaecologist at Flinders University in Adelaide, said it could make conception more difficult. He said it could lead to gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia and delivery problems. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Whos job is it to provide patient care? Oct 18, 2009
Obstetrician Donald Parker, whos had his own disputes with hospital recruitment in the past, says the hospital has only trotted out excuses in justifying hiring its own doctors. By moving to hire a new orthopedist without physician input, Parker says the hospital has thrown any progress it has made with private practitioners out the window. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Warning over fibroids treatment Oct 17, 2009
The study appears in the journal, The Obstetrician and Gynaecologist ... Henry Annan, from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, said he agreed that care should now be taken in recommending the treatment. (BBC News -- UK)
Foetal kick charts 'inaccurate' Oct 16, 2009
The research published in the journal, The Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, says a reduction of foetal movements causes concern and anxiety for both the mother and her doctor ... The researchers from Cork University College Maternity Hospital carried out an anonymous online questionnaire of around 100 Irish obstetricians and found that only a third had a clinical practice guideline for dealing with reduced foetal movements ... In the UK, 70% of obstetricians have these guidelines. (BBC News -- Health)
Pregnant Mom Not Sure About Flu Shots Oct 16, 2009
I have asked my pediatrician and obstetrician who both say, "Get the vaccine." From what they tell me it's the same thing as the seasonal flu vaccine composition-wise but it protects us from a specific strain. It's made the same way, no matter what rumors there are about the evil drug companies. (Click2Houston, TX)
* Environmentalists, doctor win alternative Nobels Oct 15, 2009
Hamlin, 85, moved to Ethiopia from Australia in 1959 to work as an obstetrician and gynecologist. The awards will be presented in a ceremony at the Swedish parliament on Dec. 4. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Palestinian Nobel Peace Prize nominee to speak in Canton Oct 15, 2009
The obstetrician from Gaza is a 2010 Nobel Peace Prize nominee. His speech is being sponsored by the Boston Chapter of Brit Tzedek v'Shalom, the Jewish American Alliance for Justice and Peace. (Canton Journal, MA)
Swine flu vaccinedue today in PB County Oct 13, 2009
Loxahatchee obstetrician Natalie Sohn said she's on the health department's list of providers, and is eager to offer both the swine flu and seasonal vaccine to her patients. She's caring for about 150 pregnant women now, but doesn't have either vaccine in stock. (The Palm Beach Post)
Aussie-born doctor wins award Oct 13, 2009
October 13, 2009 - 7:54PM. An Australian-born doctor who improves the health of women in Ethiopia has won an international award. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
'Alternative Nobel' To Africa, New Zealand Oct 13, 2009
Hamlin, 85, moved to Ethiopia from Australia in 1959 to work as an obstetrician and gynecologist. Hamlin and her late husband founded a hospital where women can seek free treatment for obstetric fistulas, which are holes that develop between the birth canal and the bladder or rectum that can develop during long and difficult births. (CBS News -- World)
When Itching During Pregnancy is Se... Oct 10, 2009
Remember that only a personal physician or obstetrician should make a diagnosis, especially during pregnancy. A personal physician is a partner in care with each individual patient. (Suite101.com)
Details on H1N1 Flu Vaccines Oct 7, 2009
Distribute vaccine to some obstetrician clinics for pregnant females (call your provider to get more info). Distribute vaccine to ISU students and staff on campus through the ISU Health ess Center. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Photo Release -- Texas Tort Reform Leader Calls On Congress to Adopt Texas Model Oct 6, 2009
In the op-ed Weekley explained that: "Tort reform works in Texas. Texans have a proven model that brought doctors back to Texas, including much-needed emergency-room physicians, obstetricians, and orthopedic surgeons." ... Twelve counties had no licensed obstetrician. (Primezone Releases)
Lets talk about sex, baby Oct 3, 2009
But it is a topic that ought to be discussed especially at home, stresses Dr Premitha Damodaran, Consultant Obstetrician ologist and Professor Jamiyah Hassan, Consultant Obstetrician ologist of the Asia Pacific Council on Contraception, formed in 2006. At the media launch of the World Contraception Day 2009, Prof Jamiyah says the findings of the first ever multi-national survey exploring young people's attitudes towards sex and contraception were a "cause of concern". (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Study Urges Treatment for Even Mild Gestational Diabetes Oct 2, 2009
"The frequency of gestational diabetes is increasing worldwide, and while most obstetricians screen for this condition, some have remained skeptical about treating mild gestational diabetes, and are not as aggressive in treating milder forms with dietary intervention and self-blood glucose monitoring," Landon explained ... What is clear, said Dr. Miriam Greene, an obstetrician and gynecologist at NYU Langone Medical Center, is that "when women with mild gestational diabetes are treated well,... (MEDLINEplus)
Pregnant women struggle to find flu vaccine Sep 30, 2009
Only 1 in 7 are protected; many obstetricians don't offer the shot ... Many obstetricians don't vaccinate and some pharmacists have been wary of givingpregnant womenthe shot ... While federal health officials are working hard to raise that number this year, repeated swine flu warnings won't automatically overcome a key obstacle: Many obstetricians don't vaccinate. (MSNBC -- Health)
Pregnant Women Face Snags In Getting Flu Shot Sep 30, 2009
While federal health officials are working hard to raise that number this year, repeated swine flu warnings won't automatically overcome a key obstacle: Many obstetricians don't vaccinate ... Yet getting simple vaccine information took Charla Bason of Washington, D.C., repeated requests, as she was bounced between her obstetrician's office and her primary care doctor a few weeks ago ... The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has no count of how many OBs offer flu vaccine. (KIRO TV, WA)
Antidepressants Linked to Heart Defects in Newborns Sep 26, 2009
"Early exposure can slightly increase the risk of heart defects, but the overall risk is still very, very small," added Dr. Jennifer Wu, an obstetrician and gynecologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City ... Recent research has indicated a higher risk of various defects, including heart defects, among pregnant women taking antidepressants, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) have issued warnings about possible birth... (MEDLINEplus)
Wilmington family joins special care reunion Sep 25, 2009
They selected an obstetrician. They signed up for childbirth classes. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Woman gets pregnant while pregnant Sep 25, 2009
The Grovenburgs' obstetrician confirmed the case to Arkansas television station KFSM-TV.. The pregnancy is believed to be a case of a rare condition known as superfetation, or conceiving while pregnant. (MSNBC -- Health)
How Could This Woman Be 'Double Pregnant'? Sep 25, 2009
Grovenburg's obstetrician, Dr. Michel Muylaert, confirmed to KFSM-TV that the Grovenburgs may be dealing with the extraordinarily rare case of superfetation. "Mrs. Julia Grovenburg is and there appears to be a discordant growth pattern, possibly due to superfetation," Dr. Muylaert wrote in a letter to KFSM-TV.. (ABC News)
Hospitals May Ban Visits to Newborns Sep 24, 2009
"As an obstetrician, while I recognize the importance of the 'family' event and being family friendly, the most important concern I have is the health of the pregnant woman and later, her newborn," said Dr. Ashlesha Dayal, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. "A restriction on visitors, during the hospitalization, to me, seems like a small inconvenience, in comparison to having a pregnant woman or newborn baby become seriously ill or worse because a... (ABC News)
Doc Is In: Answers for Healthy Living Sep 24, 2009
Ashton suggested she talk with her obstetrician immediately. "Just because you've been exposed to someone who may have H1N1 flu does not mean you, yourself, will get sick. But we know pregnant women are at a much higher risk of serious complications, and early treatment with things like Tamiflu, if you were to develop symptoms is very important.". (CBS News -- Health)
Brief on suspended doctor is in review Sep 23, 2009
HEALTH authorities have moved closer to prosecuting the former obstetrician Roman Hasil, who is under investigation for at least 10 serious patient complaints of sexual assault and medical negligence while at Lismore Base Hospital. Dr Hasil, who was suspended by the NSW Medical Board in February last year after New Zealand authorities found he had botched eight of 32 sterilisation procedures there and drank on the job, is being investigated by the Health Care Complaints Commission in relation to... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
'I was born during a hurricane' Sep 21, 2009
Orangeburg obstetrician Dr. Richard Williamson volunteered to stay in the hospital the night of Hugo. He said a couple of babies were born at RMC that evening he remembered one was delivered by emergency C-section, one shortly after arriving at the RMC, and a third was taken care of by other physicians at the hospital. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The Hugo Baby: Neighbors helped mom get to hospital Sep 21, 2009
Obstetrician Dr. Richard Williams delivered Brittany, her mother said. He was just as calm which calmed me down, Cole said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Creighton Device Minimizes Hysterectomy Risks Sep 19, 2009
CUMC obstetrician Lisa Rice has been using the device for two years. "The old way, you would generally need an incision about this long," Rice said, drawing a line across her abdomen. (7 KETV Omaha)
Surviving H1N1 -- with baby in belly Sep 18, 2009
"We anticipate the safety to be similar to the seasonal flu vaccine, which has been given to millions of pregnant women and has not been shown to have any adverse events in pregnant women or their children," says Dr. Naomi Tepper, an obstetrician for the CDC's H1N1 vaccine task force ... As a woman advances in her pregnancy, her immune system becomes more compromised, which is one of the reasons both the CDC and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend women who will be... (CNN)
Top 10 TV Dads Sep 18, 2009
Working from home gave the successful obstetrician plenty of time to console a lovelorn Theo, reprimand Vanessa for doing something annoying or give Rudy and her friends piggyback rides. But Cliff wasn't just a great dad, he was a funny one too. (Time.com)
'Gross failure' in mother's care Sep 17, 2009
Audrey Long, a consultant obstetrician at the hospital at the time, admitted that Mrs Hureh did not receive "appropriate care.". She said she had been on duty until the evening of 27 March and was back in work the next day at 0830 BST when efforts were being made to resuscitate the mother. (BBC News -- UK)
Health reform war Sep 16, 2009
The conflict is getting bitter, with obstetricians insisting they were gobsmacked by official figures showing they had lifted fees by a huge 20 per cent last year. The figure had been given to the Herald and The Age with the intention of casting aspersions on the motivations and integrity of our members said obstetrician leader, Hilary Joyce. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Surgery offer suggested for miscarriages Sep 15, 2009
The director-general of health, Debora Picone, said yesterday she wanted the Health Care Complaints Commission to investigate Mrs Taylor's case but stressed a report by obstetrician Andrew Child concluded she had been treated appropriately ... OBSTETRICIANS predict that expectant mothers will have to pay about $850. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
> Program puts docs out in the country Sep 12, 2009
They ll say, It s great that you got us a family physician, but we also need an obstetrician. If you have a community with 20,000 people, they may also need a cardiologist or a gastroenterologist or a pulmonary specialist. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
South Africa: High Maternal and Child Deaths 'Not Acceptable' Sep 11, 2009
"The number of deaths has increased and we get about 1 400 deaths per year. KZN has the largest percentage of deaths and that's because KZN is the most populous and it's probably the most rural of provinces", says obstetrician, Professor Jack Moodley, chairperson of the ministerial review committee on maternal deaths. The committee found that complications related to hyper-tension are the most common cause of death in women under the age of 20, while women aged 35 and older are more likely to... (allAfrica.com)
Should girls get HPV vaccine? Sep 10, 2009
Dr. Thomas Enloe, a Hanford obstetrician and gynecologist, also continues to recommend the vaccine mainly because it will prevent patients from catching those strains of HPV and developing genital warts. I think its safe and effective and can be a significant health benefit for them, he said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
On the frontline Sep 9, 2009
Chadian obstetrician Grace Kodindo says reproductive health care in war zones must be seen as a frontline priority ... The two women tell their experiences - all too commonplace in DR Congo - to Dr Grace Kodindo, an obstetrician and gynaecologist from Chad. (BBC News -- Africa)
House to Consider Abortion Anesthesia Bill Sep 9, 2009
an obstetrician and antiabortion conservative. While the measure has provoked strong opposition from Planned Parenthood and the National Abortion Federation, NARAL Pro-Choice America, perhaps the nation's leading abortion rights group, has stayed neutral. (Yahoo News -- Abortion Rights Debate)
Dallas couple celebrates terminal son's birth, then wait for end Sep 8, 2009
Their obstetrician, Dr. Cindy Hartley, would try for a natural delivery ... The obstetrician would hand off the baby to a labor nurse, and a waiting neonatologist would assess him ... " Thomas' legacy A year has passed since Thomas' death. The Lauxes and others talk often about the difference their son made. Dr. Hartley, the obstetrician, says Thomas changed her thinking about pregnancies with terminal diagnoses. She's now more sensitive about letting parents like the Lauxes know that she will... (KHOU.com, TX)
'Mother of all rallies' for home birth Sep 8, 2009
THE official decision to withhold medical insurance for home births has come under fire as an unjustified step not supported by international evidence, a Liberal MP and former obstetrician, Andrew Laming, says ... Stop the turf war between obstetricians and midwifes and start to work in the interest of Mums and their families ... That way, the highly trained obstetricians only have to be called when needed; reducing strain on the system. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Ohio gets more money to prepare for H1N1 Sep 5, 2009
It s not yet clear if local health departments will distribute H1N1 vaccine to private pediatrician and obstetrician offices. A message seeking comment was left with Columbus Public Health. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Ken Jeong transitions from doctor to in-demand jokester Sep 4, 2009
Jeong was more at home in his first movie, using his medical background to play the snarky obstetrician in 's , in which he says the cast improvised about 20% of their lines. He counts Role Models as his most challenging role. (USA Today -- Life)
We can cut health-care costsby living healthy lifestyles Sep 4, 2009
Dr. Charles Hux, a high-risk obstetrician, maintains a private practice in New Jersey. For the past eight years, he has been the resident "multiples doctor" on The Learning Channel's "A Baby Story." He is the author of " Nine Healthy Months," the first book in the 21st Century Pregnancy Series. (NJ.com -- Times)
Obstetrician, pediatrician move to town Sep 3, 2009
Dr. Jeffrey Anderson, an obstetrician, and Dr. Ambrose Soler, a pediatrician, have signed contracts to practice in the area. Anderson will work as a hospital employee at OBGYN Specialists, while Soler will work as an employee of Big Horn Pediatrics. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Birth drugs 'cut breastfeeding' Sep 2, 2009
" Patrick O'Brien, a consultant obstetrician and spokesperson for the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, said the study was interesting, but more tightly-controlled follow ups were needed. For instance, he said it was possible that women who refused drug therapy might also be more likely to breastfeed. He said: "This small possible effect on breastfeeding has to be balanced against the beneficial effects of these drugs, which are known to reduce the risk of heavy bleeding after... (BBC News -- Health)
Bipartisan Group of Members Hosts Health Care Town Hall in Philadelphia Sep 2, 2009
Gingrey, an obstetrician who graduated from the Medical College of Georgia, has become a prominent critic of the bill. Appealing to older members of the audience, he warned that Medicare benefits could be cut back under the bill. (Roll Call)
Identical (13) Sep 1, 2009
In addition to seeing her own obstetrician, Dr. Melissa Casper in Bozeman, Romero was cared for by Dr. Dana Damron, one of two maternal fetal medicine specialists at Billings Clinic. Damron also has a satellite office in Bozeman. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dallas couple finds support to deal with unborn son's terminal condition Aug 31, 2009
She excused herself to get the Lauxes' obstetrician ... The obstetrician, Dr. Cindy Hartley, stepped into the examining room ... First, they would see their obstetrician for a 38-week checkup. (KHOU.com, TX)
Lack of patient access limits promising cell therapy Aug 30, 2009
"Every day I have patients who say, 'If there's an easy way I could donate, I'd love to do it,' " said Dr. Jordan Perlow, a Valley obstetrician and national expert on cord-blood banking and use ... In private banking, the process is typically performed by the mother's obstetrician; public banks usually send their own licensed personnel. (AZCentral -- News)
No caesarean for big baby: mother sues Aug 28, 2009
She was not seen by a senior specialist obstetrician, but was told by a doctor on July 9 that if she did not go into labour in the next few days, it would be induced. Her due date of July 13 passed and Ms Dibley was admitted to hospital on July 21, when labour was induced. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
