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My First Lesson as an Expectant Mother Made Me a Better Physician

Shannon M. Clark, MD

November 17, 2019

As a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist, I care for women with high-risk pregnancies. Many times, they have pre-existing medical conditions that make them high-risk; other times they develop a complication during pregnancy that warrants the care of a high-risk obstetrician, like myself.

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Here’s What You Need to Know About Treating a UTI While Pregnant

Shannon M. Clark, MD

November 13, 2019

With all of the warnings and precautions it can feel like you need to avoid all medication during pregnancy, but that’s not always possible—especially if you wind up with something like a urinary tract infection (UTI).

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5 Things Gabrielle Union Teaches Us About Fertility

Aimee Eyvazzadeh, MD

November 11, 2019

44 year-old actress, Gabrielle Union has recently opened up about her fertility struggles. As a woman who once thought she never wanted kids, she now finds herself longing to conceive and in the midst of a painful journey to become a mother.

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Inducing Labor Late in Pregnancy Doesn’t Increase C-Section Risk

Shannon M. Clark, MD

November 1, 2019

A study published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine found that inducing labor in women over age 35 — who are are more likely to end up delivering by C-section — didn’t increase their chances of needing the surgery.

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Freezing Your Eggs: 5 Things You Should Look For in a Clinic

Julie Lamb, MD

October 29, 2019

You want to freeze your eggs? Way to take charge of your reproductive potential and plan for your future. It is liberating and exciting to do so, but it can also be difficult and stressful. You need to educate yourself and go in with eyes wide open.

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Checklist: What to Bring When Traveling While Pregnant

Shannon M. Clark, MD

October 3, 2019

Whoever said it’s about the journey and not the destination has never flown economy while pregnant. The usual indignities only get worse when you’re expecting—crowded seats feel super-cramped, and recirculating air does extra damage on pregnancy-sensitive skin.

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Part 2 Of The Skin Cancer Series: Treatment And Prevention

Jennifer Deaver, MD

October 1, 2019

Treatment of skin cancer depends on the type, size, location, and depth of the skin cancer and overall health of the patient. BCCs and SCCs can be treated with outpatient MOHS surgery, outpatient surgical excision, or radiation therapy.

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Part 1 Of The Skin Cancer Series: The ABDCEs Of Skin Cancer

Jennifer Deaver, MD

September 29, 2019

What is skin cancer? Skin cancer is a collective term for a variety of types of cancer that affect the skin, lips, eyelids, and nails.

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The Silence Of Infertility

Shannon M. Clark, MD

September 19, 2019

Five cycles of IVF yielded one chromosomally normal embryo that did not survive the transfer this past May. I have a picture of my “could’ve been” on my nightstand. I have accepted the fact that I cannot have my own biological children, but I will never ever get over it.

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Air Travel and Pregnancy: Tips For a Safe, Comfortable Flight

Shannon M. Clark, MD

September 15, 2019

If you’re looking to book a vacation to relax during your pregnancy, you’re in luck: air travel is generally considered safe for pregnant women. To ensure safe and comfortable air travel for both the baby and mommy-to-be, follow these tips from the Cheapflights team.

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Influenza and Pertussis Vaccinations in Pregnancy

Amesh Adalja, MD

September 13, 2019

Among the countless number of things a woman must consider before, during and after her pregnancy, vaccination is currently one the most controversial. Vaccination against certain pathogens—especially during pregnancy—is a potentially life-saving action.

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How to Preserve Meaningful Relationships During a High-Risk Pregnancy

Parijat Deshpande

September 9, 2019

A high-risk pregnancy can affect the lives and well-being of your partner, children and even extended family and friends. When your primary focus becomes nurturing the tiny life inside of you, it can become overwhelming to try to nurture the relationships with those around you.

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My First Lesson as an Expectant Mother Made Me a Better Physician

Here’s What You Need to Know About Treating a UTI While Pregnant

5 Things Gabrielle Union Teaches Us About Fertility

Inducing Labor Late in Pregnancy Doesn’t Increase C-Section Risk

Freezing Your Eggs: 5 Things You Should Look For in a Clinic

Checklist: What to Bring When Traveling While Pregnant

Part 2 Of The Skin Cancer Series: Treatment And Prevention

Part 1 Of The Skin Cancer Series: The ABDCEs Of Skin Cancer

The Silence Of Infertility

Air Travel and Pregnancy: Tips For a Safe, Comfortable Flight

Influenza and Pertussis Vaccinations in Pregnancy

How to Preserve Meaningful Relationships During a High-Risk Pregnancy

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