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OB-G in YEG

23 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -

This is a medical education podcast hosted by Obstetrics and Gynecology residents at the University of Alberta covering a wide variety of topics in OBGYN. This podcast will include Canadian-specific content for medical students and residents, covering the basics and beyond.

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Episodes

Colposcopy Series Episode 3- Cervical Cancer Screening in Alberta

December 29, 2023 03:52 - 11 minutes - 21 MB

Episode 3 in our series will focus on the history of cervical cancer screening, with a special focus on Alberta. Even if you are located outside of our province, you may enjoy learning about different ways to screen for cervical cancer during this podcast. We will first review the basics of cervical cancer screening. Next, we will talk about the history of cervical cancer screening, including how the pap smear was first developed, and how screening initiatives were eventually rolled out in A...

Colposcopy Series Episode 2- Adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS)

December 29, 2023 03:42 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MB

Episode 2 in our colposcopy series will look at Adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS) which is a precursor to adenocarcinoma. For more information, please refer to the link below:   https://www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/30/6/431 

Colposcopy Series Episode 1- Intravaginal Estrogens

December 29, 2023 03:34 - 31 minutes - 57.8 MB

This podcast is the first episode in our colposcopy series. This series will be a compilation of various different topics within colposcopy and will be brought to you by learners who complete a colposcopy elective at the UofA. Each episode is meant to explore a debated topic and be a tangible and digestible resource for learners and staff colposcopists.  Today we will be exploring the role of intravaginal estrogens in colposcopy. Many colposcopists wonder specifically about the use of in...

Episode 14. Uterine Fibroids

January 15, 2021 22:43 - 17 minutes - 9 MB

In this episode, we'd like to welcome Hailey Lafave, a second year medical student from the University of Calgary, to discuss uterine fibroids. Thanks to Dr. Matt Grossi from the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary for his help in reviewing this episode.   At the end of this podcast, listeners will be able to: Describe the clinical features associated with uterine leiomyomas. Review the appropriate investigations for a patient presenting with abnormal uterine bleeding. Discuss the managem...

Conservative Management of Urinary Incontinence - Test Your Knowledge!

December 02, 2020 04:29

  Test your knowledge   Which of the following is not a type of urinary incontinence? Mixed Stress Adaptive Urge What is not appropriate conservative management of incontinence? Physiotherapy Pessaries Decreased exercise Weight loss What are the initial tests every patient with incontinence should get? CBCd, urinalysis, electrolytes CBCd, urinalysis, urine culture Urinalysis, post void residual, urine culture Urinalysis, electrolytes, urine culture   . ...

Episode 13. Conservative Management of Urinary Incontinence

December 01, 2020 21:06 - 14 minutes - 7.43 MB

In this episode, Jennifer Gelfand discusses conservative management of urinary incontinence.   At the end of this podcast, listeners should be able to: Understand a working definition of urinary incontinence and its characteristics Demonstrate an approach to differentiating the different types of urinary incontinence when taking a patient history Have an understanding of appropriate investigations for a woman with urinary incontinence Understand the conservative management of a wo...

Preterm Birth Part 1

November 23, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this episode, second year Ob/Gyn resident Tania Luthra discusses risk factors, clinical features, and diagnosis of preterm birth. After this podcast, the listener should be able to: To define preterm birth and preterm labour  To recognize the important causes of preterm birth  To understand the risk factors associated with preterm birth  To discuss the diagnosis of preterm labour Thanks for listening, stay tuned for part 2 where we review the management and prevention of preterm...

Episode 12. Preterm Birth Part 1

November 23, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this episode, second year Ob/Gyn resident Tania Luthra discusses risk factors, clinical features, and diagnosis of preterm birth. After this podcast, the listener should be able to: To define preterm birth and preterm labour  To recognize the important causes of preterm birth  To understand the risk factors associated with preterm birth  To discuss the diagnosis of preterm labour Thanks for listening, stay tuned for part 2 where we review the management and prevention of preterm...

Episode 11. Cervical Cancer - Part 1

November 06, 2020 16:56 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

In this episode, Kristin discusses the epidemiology, screening, and prevention of cervical cancer and management of cervical dysplasia.  After this podcast, the listener will be able to: Define risk factors for cervical cancer  Discuss cervical cancer screening practices  Identify patients with cervical dysplasia who should be referred for further assessment Thanks for listening, stay tuned for part 2 where we review the diagnosis and management of cervical cancer. For references a...

Episode 10. Ovarian Torsion

September 16, 2020 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

In this episode, Kristin discusses the diagnosis and management of ovarian torsion.  At the end of this episode, the listener will be able to: Define ovarian/adnexal torsion  Describe the clinical features of adnexal torsion Review the management principles of adnexal torsion Thanks for listening, follow us on Twitter @OBGinYEG. For references and more information, visit: https://obginyeg.libsyn.com  

Adnexal Masses - Test your Knowledge!

September 11, 2020 16:01

Which of the following is not a component of your physical exam for a patient with an adnexal mass: a. Lymph node survey for lymphadenopathy b. Respiratory exam for pleural effusions c. Abdominal examination for ascites or hepatosplenomegally d. Nervous system exam for para-neoplastic symptoms  A post-menopausal patient is diagnosed with an 8 cm complex adnexal mass with an elevated CA125. What is the next best step in her management? a. Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy  b. Laparoscopic ...

Adnexal Masses - Test your Knowledge!

September 11, 2020 16:01

Which of the following is not a component of your physical exam for a patient with an adnexal mass: a. Lymph node survey for lymphadenopathy b. Respiratory exam for pleural effusions c. Abdominal examination for ascites or hepatosplenomegally d. Nervous system exam for para-neoplastic symptoms  A post-menopausal patient is diagnosed with an 8 cm complex adnexal mass with an elevated CA125. What is the next best step in her management? a. Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy  b. Laparoscopic ...

Episode 9. Adnexal Masses

September 10, 2020 01:33 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this episode, Kristin discusses the approach to investigation and management of adnexal masses.  At the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:  Describe the common presenting features of adnexal masses  Order initial investigations for a patient with a suspected adnexal mass  Recognize which patients need to be referred for further investigation and management Thanks for listening, follow us on Twitter @OBGinYEG

PCOS - Test Your Knowledge!

August 20, 2020 19:02

1. Which of the following is NOT part of the Rotterdam diagnostic criteria for PCOS? Ruling out other causes of hyperandrogenism Reduced ovulation (8 or fewer periods per year) Polycystic ovaries on ultrasounds BMI > 25 Hyperandrogenism (based on clinical findings and/or laboratory tests) 2: All of the following could be used to promote ovulation in a woman with PCOS struggling with infertility except? Letrozole (an aromatase inhibitor) Clomiphene citrate (a selective estrogen r...

Episode 8. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

August 20, 2020 18:55 - 15 minutes - 8.19 MB

In this episode, medical student Qahir Haji will discussion PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome   After listening to this podcast, listeners should be able to: Define PCOS and list the Rotterdam diagnostic criteria Know the key findings for PCOS to watch out for on history and physical exam Describe the management of PCOS

Episode 7. Chronic Pelvic Pain

May 05, 2020 16:52 - 11 minutes - 6.13 MB

In this podcast, medical student Jennifer Gelfand will discuss an approach to management of chronic pelvic pain, a common gynecologic presentation.   At the end of this podcast, the medical student should be able to: Understand a working definition of chronic pelvic pain and its characteristics Demonstrate an approach to taking a history of a woman with chronic pelvic pain Develop a working differential of a woman with chronic pelvic pain Have an understanding of appropriate inves...

Episode 6. Vulvar Cancer

March 26, 2020 17:36 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB

In this episode, Kristin discusses risk factors, clinical features, and an approach to management of vulvar cancer.  At the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:  Recall pertinent signs, symptoms, and risk factors for vulvar cancer Review the most important investigation for suspected vulvar cancer  Discuss the approach to management of vulvar cancer For references for this podcast and more information, please visit: http://obginyeg.libsyn.com 

Episode 5. Endometrial Hyperplasia

February 29, 2020 04:30 - 11 minutes - 5.46 MB

In this episode, Kristin discusses the classification, diagnosis, and management of endometrial hyperplasia.  At the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:  Define the classification system for endometrial hyperplasia  Review important investigations for the patient with abnormal uterine bleeding  Discuss the management of hyperplasia with and without atypia For references for this podcast, please visit: http://obginyeg.libsyn.com 

Ectopic Pregnancy - Test Your Knowledge!

February 11, 2020 03:40

After listening to Episode 2. Ectopic Pregnancy, we hope that you have a better understanding of the key clinical features of an ectopic pregnancy and how to manage it To help you assess what you learned from the podcast, try these questions to test your knowledge! Test your knowledge: What is the most common location of an ectopic pregnancy? List risk factors for an ectopic pregnancy  What tests should you order when seeing a patient with a suspected ectopic pregnancy?  What are ...

Episode 4. Endometrial Cancer

February 10, 2020 14:33 - 15 minutes - 7.02 MB

In this episode, resident physician Kristin Black discusses an approach to the risk factors, investigation, diagnosis, and management of endometrial cancer.  For references for this podcast, please visit: http://obginyeg.libsyn.com     

Episode 3. Common Causes of Vaginal Discharge

February 02, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

In this podcast, resident physician Lindsay Drummond will discuss the common causes of vaginal discharge, a frequent presenting complaint in family physician and gynecologist's offices.   At the end of this episode, listeners will be able to: Identify characteristics of normal vaginal discharge List common causes for pathologic vaginal discharge, including: Bacterial Vaginosis, Trichomoniasis, Candidiasis, Cervicitis Describe clinical features and investigations to help differentiat...

Episode 2. Ectopic Pregnancy

January 31, 2020 19:00 - 9 minutes - 15.4 MB

Welcome to the OB-G in YEG podcast. Today we're talking about an important topic in gynecology, ectopic pregnancy.  After this podcast, the listener should be able to:  Review the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy Order pertinent investigations for a patient with suspected ectopic pregnancy  Discuss management options for a patient with an ectopic pregnancy

Episode 1: Approach to an Obstetrical History

January 31, 2020 02:27 - 11 minutes - 17.4 MB

In this episode, resident physician Lindsay Drummond will describe the basic components of an obstetrical history for medical students and junior residents. At the end of this podcast, listeners will be able to: 1. List the components of a complete obstetrical history 2. Demonstrate ways in which to ask the details of the four cardinal questions 3. Describe elements on history which are relevant to current pregnancy management 4. Summarize a patient’s presentation in a concise and cle...