Significant advancements in obstetrics and gynecology over the past year have critical implications for clinicians. This Harvard Medical School program, led by top faculty and expert clinicians, delivers the latest updates in diagnosis, treatment, and management of women’s reproductive health across all stages of life.The program offers practical recommendations that can be immediately applied to improve patient care and outcomes. This comprehensive update focuses on:
Evidence-based care for maternal complications, reproductive endocrinology, and menopause
Innovative surgical approaches and minimally invasive techniques
Effective management strategies for neoplastic disorders, pelvic prolapse, and urinary incontinence
Equity in women’s health: Addressing health disparities and enhancing access to care
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of the following activities, learners will be able to:
1. Clinical Obstetrics
Review antenatal surveillance, risk-reducing strategies, and quality care measures.
Manage maternal complications and adverse neonatal outcomes.
Develop treatment plans for antepartum issues, including emergencies, cervical incompetence, and preterm labor.
2. MIGS, Urogynecology, and Gynecologic Oncology
Apply gynecologic surgical techniques and manage complications.
Choose optimal surgical approaches and analyze trends in minimally invasive surgery.
Manage urinary incontinence, pelvic prolapse, and overactive bladder using therapies and evidence-based methods.
Develop strategies for neoplastic and non-malignant conditions, including non-surgical management and tumor marker use.
Understand opioid-free surgery, adnexal mass features, and lower urinary tract physiology.
3. Infertility, Menopause, and Reproductive Endocrinology
Implement updated strategies for endocrine and fertility disorders.
Manage pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and menopause-related concerns.
Explore modern reversible contraception methods and address key menopausal health issues.
4. Equity and Women’s Health
Assess the impact of individual, community, and structural factors on health outcomes.
Define and promote health equity while addressing bias and disparities in OB/GYN care.
HARVARD THE 60TH ANNUAL UPDATE: OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY 2024