Dr. Ian Fields

The microbiome comprises all organisms outside of human cells, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that can both sustain health and contribute to disease. Dr. Ian Fields, a urogynecologist, discusses the complexities of the human microbiome with a focus on clinical applications and the wide-ranging impact on human health.

Urogynecologist Dr. Ian Fields highlights the human microbiome and how it plays a dynamic and multifaceted role in gynecological disorders. A new perspective on the vaginal microbiome is presented, challenging the common misconception that all bacteria signify infection and emphasizing the delicacy of balance in this area.