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Ep 79 Laparoscopy in Pregnancy: Key Considerations for Surgeons with Dr. Craig Sobolewski

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OBGYN Episode #79

Laparoscopy in Pregnancy: Key Considerations for Surgeons

What surgical techniques and safety measures are important to consider when operating in a pregnant patient? In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, Dr. Craig Sobolewski, a minimally invasive GYN surgeon at Duke, speaks with host Dr. Mark Hoffman about the intricacies of laparoscopic surgery in pregnant patients.

OBGYN Episode #73

Robotic Surgery in Pregnancy: Techniques & Challenges

Operating on the pregnant patient can be intimidating, but there are many ways to do so safely. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast Dr. Jamal Mourad, a MIG surgeon at Mayo Clinic, joins hosts Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Amy Park to discuss the nuances of robotic surgery, particularly in the pregnant patient.

OBGYN Episode #71

Human Trafficking: Red Flags & Clinical Guidance

Human trafficking is a complex health issue, with many providers unsure how best to detect, counsel, and care for victims and survivors of human trafficking. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, hosts Dr. Amy Park and Dr. Mark Hoffman are joined by Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan, a urogynecologist at Northwestern, to discuss signs of human trafficking and resources for caring for this patient population.

OBGYN Episode #50

Decoding Isthmocele: Causes and Considerations

In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, renowned reproductive endocrinologist and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Dr. Charles (Chuck) Miller delves into the topic of isthmoceles, a common yet often overlooked complication of C-sections, and shares his best practices for repair.

OBGYN Episode #43

Urolithiasis in Pregnancy: Balancing Risks & Management

In this episode, Dr. Suzette Sutherland and Dr. Alana Desai from the University of Washington discuss the management of urinary tract stones in pregnant patients, considerations for ureteroscopy, and consequences of radiation exposure in the fetus.

OBGYN Episode #31

The vNOTES Procedure

In this episode, Dr. Mark Hoffman hosts Dr. Jan Baekelandt, a gynecologic surgeon from Mechelen, Belgium, to discuss a novel gynecologic surgery approach known as vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES).

OBGYN Episode #25

Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS)

In this episode, Drs. Mark Hoffman and Amy Park invite Dr. Brett Einerson to speak about the diagnosis and management of placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) disorders.

Pregnancy Articles

Read BackTable articles on Pregnancy, packed with practical insights for practicing physicians.

Vaginal vs Abdominal Cerclage: Sustaining Second Trimester Pregnancies

Cerclage helps sustain second-trimester pregnancies, but many fail after a prior vaginal cerclage. Laparoscopic abdominal cerclage is emerging as a more durable, minimally invasive option with high success rates.

Improving Laparoscopic Surgery in Pregnancy: Patient Selection, Tools & Techniques

Laparoscopy offers a safe, effective option for addressing gynecologic and surgical needs in pregnancy. With proper technique and patient selection, laparoscopy is adaptable to unique pregnancy physiology, minimizing risk and enhancing both surgical care and outcomes.

Treating Trafficked Patients: Focus on Trauma-Informed Care

Human trafficking survivors face complex health challenges, often worsened by trauma and limited medical care. Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan explains common health concerns, the impact of trauma, and her strategies for trauma-informed care that restore patient autonomy and build trust for human trafficking survivors in healthcare settings.

How to Identify Human Trafficking in Healthcare Settings & How to Respond

Healthcare providers play a crucial role in identifying and supporting survivors of human trafficking. Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan, OBGYN and founder of the Northwestern ERASE Clinic, discusses signs of trafficking, protocols to address human trafficking, and building patient trust for improved care.

Isthmocele Repair: Counseling, Surgical Techniques & Complications

When treating isthmocele, physicians use a wide range of surgical techniques based on symptom severity and patient reproductive goals. This variation in repair methods has led to a lack of standardization, resulting in inconsistent patient outcomes.

Surgical Interventions for Kidney Stones While Pregnant

Treatment for kidney stones while pregnant poses unique challenges in surgical intervention as several techniques are contraindicated. Learn more about the obstacles associated with urgent decompression and ureteroscopy in patients with kidney stones during pregnancy.

Kidney Stones During Pregnancy: Imaging & Diagnosis

Treating kidney stones while pregnant can complicate imaging, diagnosis and treatment. This article provides a contemporary kidney stone imaging protocol for the pregnant patient.

The Greater Impact of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) on Quality of Life

Successfully treating placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) requires a multidisciplinary approach, the regionalization of care and a focus on psychological and physiological well being postpartum.

Placenta Accreta Spectrum Overview

Placenta accreta spectrum disorder occurs when the placenta attaches to a cesarean scar, requiring diagnosis and diligent treatment throughout pregnancy. Learn more!

Pregnancy Tools

Pregnancy apps, calculators, and decision aids to assist you in your day to day practice.

Pregnancy Calculator

This pregnancy calculator provides EDD, LMP, gestational age, and conception date using flexible inputs and cycle-specific logic.

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