The Heart of the Matter: Simplifying Congenital Heart Disease in Pregnancy
SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material visit https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com. In this episode, join Dr. M and Dr. Rishi Kumar, Cardiac Anesthesiologist and Intensivist at the University of Texas, Houston, for a discussion around congenital cardiac disease in pregnancy. This episode addresses the surveillance and peripartum management concerns in a challenging case of a pregnant patient with a history of repaired congenital heart disease. Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com! The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials. Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)
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Preeclampsia Management: Past, Present & Future
SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material visit https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com. In this episode, MFM Fellow Luke Burns, MD gives listeners a nuanced perspective on preeclampsia. From pathophysiology to diagnosis and management of this enigmatic disease, Dr. Burns and Dr. M cover it all. Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com! The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials. Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)
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What To Do if You Are Sued
SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material visit https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com.
In this episode, birth injury attorney Marlie Willer gives listeners the inside perspective on how medical malpractice suits proceed in obstetric cases. Founder of Liro Willer Law and host of “Birthing Better Laws: Are you Informed Podcast Series”, Marlie is a birth injury law expert. Listen as she provides valuable information for L&D practitioners on what to do if you are involved in a perinatal lawsuit!
Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!
The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.
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"I can't breathe": Anya's Story
SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material, visit: https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com
In this episode, Anya recounts the frightening experience of having a total spinal during the delivery of her daughter in 2022, and the consequences of that event on her postpartum recovery. Tune in to hear Anya and Dr. M talk about high and total spinals, missed opportunities, and ways to improve safety and communication on L&D!A high or total spinal blockade is one of the most feared anesthetic complications for providers on L&D. High or total spinal epidural blockade occurs when local anesthetic spreads too high within the neuraxial space and causes a variety of symptoms such as difficulty breathing, arm and upper body weakness, respiratory depression and even hemodynamic collapse. Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)
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You Break It, You Buy It: Post Dural Puncture Headaches
Anyone who works on L&D or postpartum knows how debilitating a post dural puncture headache can be. But did you know PDPH is not the only cause of postpartum headache?
In this episode, Dr. M and Dr. Bhat systematically discuss the assessment, diagnostic criteria, and evidence to support treatment options for PDPH. Treatment options discussed are:
- Conservative Management (IVF, caffeine, analgesics)
- Abdominal Binders
- Cosyntropin
- Neostigmine/Atropine
- Sphenopalatine & Greater Occipital Nerve Blocks
- Intrathecal Morphine
- Intrathecal Catheters
- Epidural Blood Patch
Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!
The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.
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Partum the Interruption shares the tough and honest discussions that take place daily on labor and delivery between physicians, patients, and the entire multidisciplinary team. Podcast host Dr. M is a board-certified Obstetric Anesthesiologist, and passionate about maternal and neonatal wellness during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Whether you’re interested in clinical topics and the latest evidence-based medicine on L&D, or want to hear about unique labor and delivery experiences, there is sure to be an episode for you!