The Health Spot
Folic Acid Supplementation Prior To And During Pregnancy Can Help Prevent Birth Defects
Whether planning to get pregnant or not, women of child bearing age, from teenager throughout adult life, should concentrate on finding...
Prevention of Birth Defects
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Awareness Month. Did you know that five percent of babies are born with a birth defect of some...
The Gentle Cesarean Section
I was asked about “The Gentle Cesarean Section” – a new concept and an idea which is interesting. The goal is to create a warm and...
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a safe option for many menopausal women who have significant hot flashes. Not all women are candidates...
Exercise the Easy Way
Part of what I do as an OBGYN is to make suggestions about how to live healthier. Diet and exercise are two important topics which are...
Labor and Pain Relief
Pregnant ladies wish for labor because they are uncomfortable, especially near or after 40 weeks of carrying a baby (defined as full...
Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery
As a bariatric surgeon, I am frequently asked about the effects of bariatric surgery on pregnancy. Current research provides great...