Topic: Obstetrics & Gynecology Department September 5, 2023 $11.6 million grant supports innovative research in endometrial cancerNCI SPORE grant aimed at improving prevention, treatment, reducing disparities.News Release June 28, 2023 Achieving gender equity in medicineNationally, women enter medical school in similar proportions to men, but often, the number of women in leadership still lags behind.Outlook Magazine, Profiles June 13, 2023 Maternal vitamin D deficiency increases lifetime diabetes risk in offspringStudies in mice and in human immune cells link low prenatal vitamin D in mothers to insulin resistance in offspring.News Release May 23, 2023 Mullen to participate in NCI surgeon-scientist programWill train with other surgeon-scientists with aim of furthering work in cancer research.National Leaders April 17, 2023 Podcast: Maternal mortality rates are spiking. How can the trend be reversed?This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on Washington University’s work to counter rising maternal death rates, now 10 times higher than in comparable, wealthy countries.Podcast, Show Me the Science March 14, 2023 Imaging tech produces real-time 3D maps of uterine contractions during laborNoninvasive technique could shed light on preterm birth.News Release, Video December 9, 2022 Odibo named Lang endowed chair in OB-GYNPhysician-scientist noted for expertise in prenatal diagnosis, fetal care.News Release September 2, 2022 Low testosterone may increase risk of COVID-19 hospitalization for menBoosting testosterone in men with low levels may reduce serious illness.News Release January 10, 2022 Improving health of mothers, infants aim of imaging tech to monitor contractionsNIH and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation fund more than $6.8 million toward effort.News Release November 11, 2021 Living with COVID-19Science, medicine and healthcare adapt to a pandemic world.Outlook Magazine August 11, 2021 Wang receives award to further develop pregnancy imaging systemBurroughs Wellcome Fund to support scientist’s research on noninvasive imaging of uterine contractions.National Leaders July 26, 2021 Omurtag named director of reproductive endocrinology & infertilityPhysician-scientist studies how technology can improve communication about fertility issues.News Release July 20, 2021 Podcast: Pregnant women, new moms and vaccinesThis episode of 'Show Me the Science' looks at how doctors have tried to protect themselves, their babies and their patients during the pandemic.Podcast, Show Me the Science June 15, 2021 4 physician-scientists named Dean’s ScholarsProgram supports doctors who want to conduct basic science research.Medical Campus & Community April 16, 2021 Women seeking help for unmet needs often overdue for cervical cancer screeningsInterventions beyond health navigators are needed to ensure access to prevention services.News Release April 6, 2021 For breastfeeding moms, COVID-19 vaccinations may also protect babiesMajor boost in COVID-19 antibodies seen in breast milk after vaccination.News Release January 15, 2021 COVID-19 impact on pregnant women focus of NIH grantStudy will evaluate testing access and if pregnant women with COVID-19 need specialized care.News Release January 8, 2021 Carter named director of OB-GYN clinical research divisionPhysician-scientist noted for research involving community-based interventions to promote health equity for women, babies.News Release January 4, 2021 For moms, oxygen during childbirth often unnecessaryResearch shows no benefits for infants.News Release December 8, 2020 Monitoring labor in pregnancy aim of grant to develop imaging technologyResearchers receive funding from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help develop low-cost, bedside equipment for people in underserved regions.News Release July 15, 2020 Loeb Teaching Fellows announcedHagemann, Mian, Miller-Thomas awarded fellowships for 2020-22.Medical Campus & Community January 13, 2020 Khabele named head of obstetrics and gynecologyKnown as outstanding physician-scientist in gynecologic oncology.News Release September 9, 2019 Promoting women’s rights in UgandaAlice Emasu Seruyange, MSW ’10, has built the first hospital in Uganda specializing in treating obstetric fistulas. July 25, 2019 For pregnant moms with addiction, Wash U clinic offers drug treatment and prenatal careSource: St. Louis Public Radio Posts navigation 1 2 3 4 Next ›
