Specialty OB/GYN
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YAP1 Oncogene Synergizes with HPV to Promote Cervical Cancer
Researchers have provided in vitro and in vivo evidence that the YAP1 oncogene can induce cervical cancer regardless of HPV infection. Further, the synergism between HPV and YAP1 significantly accelerates the development of cervical cancer and HPV vaccination remains vitally important.
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Bridging the Gap in Cardiovascular Disease During Pregnancy
Amy Sarma, MD, cardiologist in the Corrigan Women's Heart Health Center, discusses her research of cardiovascular disease in women and the importance of collaboration between cardiology and obstetrics in preventing maternal mortality.
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Time to Delivery After PROM at Term Is Shorter with Oxytocin than Buccal Misoprostol
Among nulliparous women presenting with prelabor rupture of membranes at term and unfavorable cervical dilation, oxytocin was associated with a significantly shorter admission-to-delivery interval and fewer vaginal exams compared with buccal misoprostol.
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Patient and Family Preferences Strongly Influence Decisions About Trial of Labor After Cesarean
In women eligible for a trial of labor after cesarean delivery (TOLAC), predictors of undergoing TOLAC were strength of preference for vaginal delivery, value placed on the experience of labor and vaginal birth and endorsement of TOLAC by the person whose opinion the woman valued most.
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Review: Prophylactic Surgery for Women at Risk of Hereditary Ovarian or Endometrial Cancer
In women who have certain hereditary cancer mutations, prophylactic surgery can greatly reduce the risk of ovarian and endometrial cancer.
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Clinicians Should Consider Reproductive Health When Treating Women with Psychiatric Illness
Conflicting approaches to care for women with psychiatric illnesses can endanger women before and during pregnancy. Marlene Freeman, MD, advocates for clinicians to help patients in pregnancy by establishing a common understanding of the benefits and risks of psychiatric medications.
OB/GYN contributors
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Amanda Ramos, MD
Fellow, Gynecologic Oncology
Recent Article
Combination Immunotherapy May Be the Best Treatment for Certain Uterine Cancers
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Andrea Edlow, MD
Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist , Investigator, Vincent Center for Reproductive Biology
Recent Article
Exploring the Relationship Between Maternal Obesity and Adverse Fetal Neurodevelopment
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Ilona T. Goldfarb, MD
Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist
Recent Article
High Fetal Fraction in First Trimester May Be Useful Marker of Fetal Growth Restriction
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Irene C. Souter, MD
Director, Preimplantation Genetic Diagnostics Program, Physician, Fertility Center
Recent Article
The EARTH Study: Examining the Impact of Environment, Diet and Lifestyle on Human Reproduction -
Jeffrey L. Ecker, MD
Chief, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Recent Article
Confronting the Opioid Epidemic in the OB/GYN Practice: Optimizing Prescribing Habits and Reducing Opioid Misuse
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John Petrozza, MD
Chief, Division of Reproductive Medicine and IVF, Director, Massachusetts General Fertility Center, Co-director, Integrated Fibroid Program
Recent Article
Can a Smartphone App for Male Infertility Improve Fertility Care? -
Marcela G. del Carmen, MD
Chief Medical Officer, Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Gynecologic Oncologist, Center for Gynecologic Oncology
Recent Article
Editorial: It's Time to Study "Hospital at Home" After Surgery
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Marie Henderson, CNM, MSN
Nurse-Midwife
Recent Article
New Departmental Protocol Substantially Reduces Post-Cesarean Opioid Prescribing
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Mary E. Sabatini, MD, PhD
Medical Director, Clinic for Reproductive Health and Cancer, Medical Director, Third Party Reproduction
Recent Article
The Müllerian Inhibiting Substance: Changing the Fertility Landscape for Young Women with Cancer
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May M. Wakamatsu, MD
Director, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery, Vice Chair, Gynecology
Recent Article
Paradigm Change: Patient and Provider Expectations Around Same-day Discharge
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Milena M. Weinstein, MD
Director of Research, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship, Co-director, Center for Pelvic Floor Disorders
Recent Article
Paradigm Change: Patient and Provider Expectations Around Same-day Discharge
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Sarah N. Bernstein, MD
Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, Medical director, Outpatient Obstetrics Program
Recent Article
Perinatal Substance Use Clinic: Multidisciplinary Care from Pregnancy to Early Childhood
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Whitfield B. Growdon, MD
Center for Gynecologic Oncology
Recent Article
Combination Immunotherapy May Be the Best Treatment for Certain Uterine Cancers
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William H. Barth, MD
Vice Chair, Obstetrics
Recent Article
Liposomal Bupivacaine Block Similar to Placebo for Pain Reduction After Cesarean
Obstetrics & Gynecology Care at Mass General
The Mass General Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology offers the highest level of care to women. Our clinical and research team is a leader in advancing treatments for gynecologic cancers, menopause, high-risk obstetrics, infertility and urogynecology.
