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Guest: Ann Klopp, M.D., Ph.D. The recent NRG0238 trial evaluated whether adding chemotherapy to radiation improves outcomes in patients with localized endometrial cancer recurrences. Hear from Dr. Ann Klopp as she explains the findings and how they could shift practice patterns for patient care. Dr. Klopp is a Professor of Radiation Oncology, the Director of Brachytherapy, and the leader of the gynecologic section in the Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Guest: Ann Klopp, M.D., Ph.D. Endometrial cancer treatment is continuing to evolve, with surgery guiding initial decisions and new evidence showing that adding immunotherapy significantly improves outcomes in advanced disease. But key questions remain around tailoring regimens to individual patients. Dr. Ann Klopp highlights the latest advances and challenges in management, particularly in patients with pelvic recurrences. Dr. Klopp is a Professor of Radiation Oncology, the Director of Brachytherapy, and the leader of the gynecologic section at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Jacqueline Wong, MD, MSCR, FACOG For patients with endometriosis, treatment delays can profoundly impact both quality of life and clinical outcomes. Proactive strategies that address logistical barriers—such as prior authorizations—combined with education and multidisciplinary support are essential in improving care. Join Dr. Charles Turck and Dr. Jacqueline Wong as they explore practical approaches for managing this complex condition and navigating potential hurdles. Dr. Wong is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon and an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the School of Medicine at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland.

Host: Blake Zwerling, MD The Society of Family Planning and the Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine have released updated guidelines for medication abortion. Tune in as Dr. Blake Zwerling, Assistant Clinical Professor of Complex Family Planning, reviews these updates and shares how they can be used in clinical practice.

Guest: Christena Raines, NP Perinatal mood disorders are among the most common complications during pregnancy and immediately following delivery. So front line providers need to be able to initiate treatment. Perinatal Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at UNC Chapel Hill, Christena Raines, discusses her session at the 26th Annual Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Healthcare Conference and the importance of recognizing and treating perinatal mood disorders in our female patients.

Guest: Dawn Kimberly Hopkins, PhD, WHNP-BC Understanding the manifestations of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can help to identify this condition in women better. And though it’s a common condition, some providers are unaware of how to diagnose it. Dig into the pathophysiology of PCOS with Dr. Dawn Kimberly Hopkins, Research Associate at the Henry Jackson Foundation in Bethesda, Maryland.

Guest: Genevieve Hofmann, NP Menopause can impact everyday life, and many women go untreated for their menopausal symptoms. To learn more about some of the complex issues surrounding menopause management, join Dr. Genevieve Hofmann, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Certified Menopause Clinician, and Assistant Professor of OB/GYN Health at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, who will be discussing these strategies at the 2023 Annual NPWH Women’s Healthcare Conference.

Guest: Jennifer Herrmeyer, RN Approximately less than 30 percent of domestic violence patients will seek care for their injuries, so it’s important for us to reach out to those in need. How can we be better at identifying and caring for these patients? Tune in to learn more with Ms. Jennifer Herrmeyer, Emergency Department Nurse at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Guest: Sadia Haider, MD, PhD After a historic year of legislation for abortion and contraception, there are still many questions surrounding patient care. Tune in as Dr. Sadia Haider, Interim Chair of OB-GYN at RUSH University and President Elect of the Society of Family Planning, discusses the research presented at the 2023 Society of Family Planning Annual Meeting.

Guest: Mitchell D. Creinin, MD Dive into the research presented at the 2023 ACOG Annual Scientific and Clinical Meeting that found that the use of levonorgestrel 52-mg intrauterine device (IUD) in patients with heavy menstrual bleeding reduced blood loss by more than 90 percent over six months with Dr. Mitch Creinin, Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as the Director of the Complex Family Planning Fellowship at the University of California Davis Health.

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Emily M. Godfrey, MD, MPH A recent study presented at the 2023 ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting examined patient perspectives on clinician communication regarding medication abortion during telemedicine versus in-clinic visits and found that patients prefer to receive abortion care via telemedicine. Learn more about the study’s design and results with Dr. Charles Turck and Dr. Emily Godfrey, Professor of Family Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Washington.

Guest: Mitchell D. Creinin, MD While the use of levonorgestrel 52-mg intrauterine device (IUD) has been shown to reduce blood loss in patients with heavy menstrual bleeding, these same patients are at an increased likelihood of expelling the IUD. That’s why it’s important to set realistic expectations with patients, as Dr. Mitch Creinin from the University of California Davis Health explains.

Guest: Tiffany A. Moore Simas, MD, MPH, MEd, FACOG Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP New guidelines regarding the screening, diagnosis, and pharmacological treatment of perinatal mental health conditions as well as resources like in-depth toolkits and implementation guides are now available to help optimize the management of patients with perinatal mental health conditions. Find out how these tools can help you better address one of the most common complications of pregnancy with Dr. Charles Turck and Dr. Tiffany Moore Simas, the Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UMass Chan Medical School who presented a few sessions focusing on this exact topic at the 2023 ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting.

Guest: Tiffany A. Moore Simas, MD, MPH, MEd, FACOG According to a poster that was featured at the 2023 ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting, only 75 percent of patients at UMass Chan Medical School were screened for perinatal mental health conditions, and of those screened, white patients were more likely to be connected with appropriate care and treatment than black or Hispanic patients. Dive deeper into the findings that underscore the importance of addressing disparities and inequities in perinatal depression care with Dr. Tiffany Moore Simas, Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UMass Chan Medical School.

Host: Lee P. Shulman, MD, FACMG, FACOG Guest: Roberto Romero, MD, DMedSci This program is no longer available for credit. Renowned international expert Dr. Roberto Romero joins Dr. Lee Shulman to walk us through maternal anti-fetal rejection. Find out about its pathophysiology, mechanisms of disease, approach to diagnosis, and potential treatment so that you can broaden your understanding and improve the care you provide.