Procedure Ready: Ob/Gyn

Operative Vaginal Deliveries

Operative vaginal delivery with forceps or vacuum is uncommon but high-stakes. This episode covers the current incidence, indications, consent considerations, preparation

Induction of Labor

Induction of labor is one of the most common procedures on L&D. This episode covers the indications (including the landmark ARRIVE trial for 39-week elective induction),

Shoulder dystocia

Shoulder dystocia is an unpredictable obstetric emergency where seconds matter. This episode covers the definition, risk factors, prevention counseling, exactly what you'

Cancer Screening and Vaccinations (HCM)

Cancer screening and vaccinations are essential components of health care maintenance in Ob/Gyn. This episode provides a quick-reference summary of current screening guid

STIs

Sexually transmitted infections are a core part of gynecologic care. This episode provides a rapid-fire review of the most common STIs organized by diagnostic method – sw

Before Your First: Colposcopy and LEEP

Abnormal Pap? This episode covers the colposcopy and LEEP procedures from start to finish – why we do them (ASCCP guidelines), the histology and staining principles behin

Return OB Visits

What happens at every prenatal visit – and what changes as the pregnancy progresses? This episode covers the routine assessments performed at every appointment, plus the

First Prenatal Visit

The first prenatal visit sets the tone for the entire pregnancy. This episode walks through everything you'll need to cover – from confirming the pregnancy and dating ult

Before Your First: Hysteroscopy

Hysteroscopy lets you look directly inside the uterus to diagnose and treat intrauterine pathology. This episode covers the three basic steps of the procedure, the differ

Peripartum Fevers

A fever during or after delivery triggers a critical differential. This episode covers the intrapartum workup – from epidural fevers to chorioamnionitis (Triple-I) – alon

Postpartum Hemorrhage

Postpartum hemorrhage is one of the most critical obstetric emergencies. This episode organizes the causes using the "Four T's" framework, walks through the uterotonic me

Preterm Labor and PPROM

Preterm labor and preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) are critical diagnoses on L&D. This episode reviews the evaluation approach – from sterile speculum exam

Indications for a c-section during labor

When does a laboring patient need a cesarean delivery? This episode covers the six key indications – from nonreassuring fetal heart tracings to cord prolapse – including

Birth Control

Contraception counseling is one of the most common and impactful conversations in Ob/Gyn. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of birth control options – from L

Before Your First: Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy is one of the most common major surgeries in gynecology. This episode reviews the different surgical approaches, the decision to take or leave the tubes and

Before Your First: Laparoscopy

Your first time in the OR for a laparoscopic case can feel high-stakes. This episode covers everything from how to be helpful during setup and patient positioning, to the

Hypertension in Pregnancy

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy exist on a spectrum – from chronic hypertension to eclamptic seizures. This episode breaks down the classifications, blood pressure th

Before Your First: Cesarean Section

Whether it's scheduled or called urgently during labor, the cesarean section is one of the most common surgeries you'll see on Ob/Gyn. This episode covers the indications

Before Your First: Vaginal Delivery

Your first vaginal delivery can be exhilarating and nerve-wracking all at once. This episode walks you through the cardinal movements of labor, how to assist with pushing

Labor and Delivery Triage

When a pregnant patient presents to triage, you need a systematic approach. In this episode, we cover the OB one-liner, the four essential triage questions, how to evalua