OB/GYN News
Catch up on women’s health news, covering obstetrics and gynecology. This section includes new advancements in reproductive technology, groundbreaking gynecological treatments and innovative products and services for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
Dr. Claudia C. Cotca, DDS, MPH & Washington Institute for Dentistry & Laser Surgery Has Partnered with The Oral Cancer Foundation @dclaserdentist
Dr. Claudia C. Cotca, DDS, MPH on behalf of Washington Institute for Dentistry & Laser Surgery has partnered with The Oral Cancer Foundation in honor of Oral Cancer Awareness Month and will be extending annual free oral cancer screenings for the public on May 18th, 2016. Oral cancer has existed... - May 18, 2016 - Washington Institute For Dentistry & Laser Surgery
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund Honors Dr. Edmund F. La Gamma
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund honored Edmund F. La Gamma, MD, Chief, Newborn Medicine at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a Member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, with the inaugural Lily Pedro Award for Excellence. The event, The 1st Annual Morgan's FunDay, was held at the... - May 05, 2016 - The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund, Inc.
Silicon Valley Baby-Tech Comes to Jacksonville
Silicon Valley tech company, BabyFlix® (www.BabyFlix.net), launches their service in Florida with local Jacksonville firm, Peekme 3D/4D Ultrasound. BabyFlix simplifies sharing and enhancing ultrasound imagery for patients while adding the ability to broadcast& view livestreams. Peekme is a... - April 28, 2016 - BabyFlix Inc.
South Nassau Communities Hospital Named to Becker's List of Hospitals with Great Women's Health Programs
SNCH was selected based on its clinical excellence, quality care and clinical quality and patient safety awards for women's health services. Becker's Hospital Review is a bimonthly magazine published by ASC Communications located in Chicago, IL. - April 27, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Prestigious Blue Distinction® Center for Quality, Safe Maternity Care Awarded to The Women’s Hospital at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Anthem Blue Cross/Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield announced that The Women’s Hospital at Saddleback Memorial has been designated as one of the first hospitals, to receive the Blue Distinction® Center for Maternity Care designation, a new designation under the Blue Distinction Specialty Care... - April 11, 2016 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Turning Point’s 2016 Race for Life 5K Run/Walk Scheduled for April 30th
The Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center (TPPRC) recently announced their upcoming Race for Life event. Turning Point, a non-profit and community-based pregnancy clinic in northern San Diego, relies on donations and fundraising events like the Race for Life to keep their services free of charge... - March 31, 2016 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
Transforming Maternity Services: Thursday 26th May 2016 – Central London
Gain crucial insight on the impact of the National Maternity Review and ensure pregnant women have more choice, continuity and freedom in the care and treatment that they receive. - March 25, 2016 - Capita Conferences
MFB Fertility, LLC Develops Only In-Home Test to Detect Progesterone
Research has shown that couples get pregnant faster when they know when exactly when ovulation takes place. Fertility monitors and ovulation predictor kits allow couples to track estrogen and luteinizing hormone (LH) levels from home. However, until now, there were no tests available to track progesterone. - March 23, 2016 - MFB Fertility, LLC
Up to 30% of Women in the GCC and South Asia Suffer from Infertility Resulting from PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome key updates conferred at Obs Gyne Conference in Dubai. - March 16, 2016 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Honored VIP Member, Susan J. Littman, Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016
Dr. Susan J. Littman of Ambler, Pennsylvania was selected as Professional of the Year 2016 in Oncology by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. - March 04, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Center for Endometriosis Care Encourages Individuals to Speak Up, Break "Taboos" - March 02, 2016 - Center for Endometriosis Care
Experts Deliberate Risk and Management of Twin Pregnancies in the Middle East
Twin and multiple foetus pregnancies a hot topic at the Foetal Medicine Conference in March. - March 02, 2016 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
The Newest Way to Purchase Adult Relationship and Intimacy Lifestyle Enhancing Products
The Naughty Black Box unveils the newest way to purchase adult relationship and intimacy lifestyle enhancing products. The Naughty Black Box offers high end, luxury products that are selected to strengthen sexuality and improve sexual health. Based on your customized profile, each speciality themed... - February 26, 2016 - The Naughty Black Box
What America's Private Adoption Agencies Need More Than Baby Cuddlers
Despite one East Coast adoption agency's clever appeal for volunteers to cuddle babies for adoption, what the majority of American adoption agencies need most is about more than just new foster homes for newborns awaiting adoption. - February 22, 2016 - Abrazo Adoption Associates
Operative Experience Adds Senior Executives to Drive Growth and Technology Expansion
Operative Experience, Inc. (OEI), a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, today announced two additions to their executive team. Jane O’Reilly, named the new Global Vice President of Sales, and Carlos Moreno, the new Chief Technology... - February 22, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Obs-Gyne Exhibition & Congress Organized by Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions Highlights Latest Innovations in Women’s Health in the Middle East
Special Focus on Obs-Gyne, Midwifery and General Women's Health at this Year’s Edition. - February 19, 2016 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Fertility Preservation Network Welcomes Albuquerque, New Mexico Facility
Program greatly extends access to fertility preservation services - February 12, 2016 - ReproTech, LLC
Noninvasix Secures Finalist Slot in Healthcare Innovation Challenges
CEO Graham Randall to present patient monitoring device at SPIE Startup Challenge, Pediatric Device Innovation Competition. - February 03, 2016 - Noninvasix
Kelley R. Gardner Recognized as a Professional of the Year and Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kelley R. Gardner of South Lake Tahoe, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year and Top Executive by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Kelley R. Gardner Ms. Gardner has almost 25... - January 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Operative Experience Strengthens Business with Oberndorf as Significant Investor and Chairman
Operative Experience, Inc. (OEI), a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, announced today that Louis H. Oberndorf, a pioneer in the field of healthcare simulation and the founder of METI, has made a significant investment in the company and... - January 15, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Now More Hope for Menopausal Women Experiencing the Physical and Emotional Impact of Painful Sex and Vaginal Dryness
New clinical data released on Prasterone (DHEA) Vaginal Ovules' positive effect on moderate to severe dyspareunia (Painful sex due to menopause) and vaginal dryness, symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy, and of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. - January 06, 2016 - Endoceutics
Virtue Baby Announces Session on “Create Your Child’s Personality”
Virtue baby will be hosting a session on Birth Psychology and Pre-natal Bonding in New Delhi on Christmas Day. - December 19, 2015 - Virtue Baby - A Unit Of Lesdep Foundation
Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center Announces New Fatherhood Ministry Program to Empower & Enable Fathers in Need
San Diego-based pregnancy resource center announces New Fatherhood Ministry Program. - October 27, 2015 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
45 Year Old Woman Has a Healthy Baby at Home in the Water with Phenomenal Success
If you think it's too late in life to conceive, or if you are longing for a peaceful birth at home and you are told you are high risk... You might want to read this new book by Liz Angeles. "45 and Pregnant - How I Conceived and Delivered Naturally." Having assumed the pain of childbirth would be the end of her, she wants you to know it is possible--as she managed to deliver at home with no drugs, no interventions, no complications and now has a beautiful, bright, healthy and happy daughter. - October 22, 2015 - BLIZFUL
Pregmama Announces First Pregnancy in Its Pilot Clinical Trial to Treat Infertility in Women Over 35
Rolling back the clock on infertility - October 22, 2015 - Pregmama LLC
Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center Moving to New Location
San Diego-based pregnancy resource center announces their new location in Miramar. - October 21, 2015 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
Trice Imaging, Inc. Revolutionizes Medical Image Sharing with Launch of Tricefy 4.0 at International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology World Congress
The cloud-based mobile technology company will demonstrate its latest version in an elaborate booth setting, led by notable professionals in the OB/GYN field on October 11-14, 2015. - October 12, 2015 - Trice Imaging, Inc.
Noninvasix Inc. Among Finalists in Cleveland Clinic Innovations’ 2015 New Ventures Healthcare Challenge
Searching the globe for the next early-stage healthcare technology poised to disrupt the market, Cleveland Clinic Innovations named Noninvasix Inc., developers of a first-in-class fetal wellness monitor, as a finalist in its 2015 New Ventures Healthcare Challenge. On Monday, October 26, the... - October 08, 2015 - Noninvasix
ToConceive Releases Whiteboard Video Explaining Complicated Conception Process
The newest video from ToConceive describes sperm capacitation, why it is so crucial to getting pregnant and how the product helps with natural conception. - October 01, 2015 - ToConceive
"Free Mammograms for the Fans" Back by Popular Demand in Vegas; Making Inaugural Appearance in Dallas
Race car driver Alexis DeJoria, pilot of the Patrón NHRA Funny Car, is bringing a "mammovan" out to NHRA drag racing events and offering free mammograms to female fans, regardless of health insurance status. Hi Res images of DeJoria's pink race car are available upon request. - September 28, 2015 - Alexis DeJoria Racing
Dr. Nicholas Kongoasa to Return to the Center for Endometriosis Care
Endometriosis Specialist Returns to Atlanta. - September 24, 2015 - Center for Endometriosis Care
Tennessee Republican Assembly (TRA) Issues Call to Action on Funding Planned Parenthood
The Tennessee Republican Assembly (TRA) is a socially, morally, and fiscally conservative group of individuals committed to upholding the traditional ideals that represent the American founders’ original intent. It is one of Tennessee’s oldest grassroots organizations and is a member of the National Federation of Republican Assemblies (NFRA). - September 22, 2015 - Tennessee Republican Assembly (TRA)
Dr. Silverman Increases the Success Rate for Gender Selection Up to 99%
The Silverman Method for gender selection is the innovative technique that involves In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Pre-Implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD), created by Dr. Andrew Silverman. He further enhances this technique with the additional benefit of GSMART, an exclusive sperm-separation... - September 19, 2015 - The Silverman Center For Gender Selection
Pregnancy Tips and Information from OB-GYN Experts at Rupal Hospital
With pregnancy a life altering journey begins for women. As the baby grows and changes through each stage of pregnancy, you go through changes, too: in your body, emotions, and lifestyle. A few of the preventive measures like avoiding alcohol, tobacco and reducing the consumption of caffeine is good for mother and baby. Take healthy meals and exercise regularly. - August 24, 2015 - Rupal Hospital for Women
Dr. Satin Patel Joins Dallas/Fort Worth’s Leading Practice in the Field of Reproductive Medicine
Fertility Specialists of Texas Welcomes Dr. Satin Patel to its Grapevine office where he will specialize in assisted reproductive technologies and hysteroscopic surgery. www.fertilitytexas.com - August 14, 2015 - Dallas Chamber Symphony
Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa to Offer Feminine Rejuvenation by Thermi-Aesthetics
Upscale medical spa and cosmetic surgery center, Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery Center & Medspa has a new focus; feminine rejuvenation. Thermi-Va is a non-invasive, painless vaginal rejuvenation method for women who want to rejuvenate their vaginal tissues and muscle without going under the... - August 10, 2015 - Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa
The Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Agrees to Invest in AmnioChor
AmnioChor is a biotech startup engaged in perinatal stem cell technologies, founded with a long term vision and operating on a near term mandate. The vision is the ability to satisfy the therapeutic needs of Mesenchymal and Epithelial stem cells as the critical high volume foundation of new cures. The immediate mandate is to create the bank to serve that need through the cryopreservation of the living amniotic membrane of the placental sac. - August 06, 2015 - AmnioChor
Noninvasix Announces Formation of Scientific Advisory Board
Appoints Critical Care Obstetrics Expert, Gary D. Hankins, M.D. - August 06, 2015 - Noninvasix
Fertility Preservation Network Welcomes Raleigh, North Carolina Area Facility
Program greatly extends access to fertility preservation services. - July 23, 2015 - ReproTech, LLC
Birth Defects Allegedly Linked to Zofran, Zofran Lawsuit Help Center Reviewing Potential Cases
A growing number of birth defects ranging from heart defects and clubfoot to cleft lip and palate have allegedly been linked to Zofran use during pregnancy in recent studies. - July 22, 2015 - Zofran Lawsuit Help Center
Pride Medical Adds Physician Team Member
Pride Medical, Inc. has named Africa Alvarez-McLeod, MD, MPH, an experienced Infectious Disease Specialist, to its Medical Team. Dr. Alvarez-McLeod was previously Medical Director and Vice President of Medical Affairs for AID Atlanta. Pride Medical, Inc. provides comprehensive multidisciplinary medical care. - July 21, 2015 - Pride Medical, Inc.
Houston Startup Earns $100,000 in Inaugural Texas New Ventures Competition
Having completed its third generation clinical prototype, tested it in fetuses and neonates, Noninvasix, Inc. will use the prize to help fund an aggressive expansion of its patent portfolio. - June 03, 2015 - Noninvasix
Bay Area Residents to Raise Awareness of Preeclampsia in Annual Promise Walk for Preeclampsia™
The fifth annual event, taking place on July 18, calls attention to serious pregnancy disorder affecting mothers, babies. - May 30, 2015 - Preeclampsia Foundation
Women’s Health of Central MA Will be Moving
To the former Shrewsbury St. Sealtest Factory Building in Worcester! - May 22, 2015 - Women's Health of Central MA
Virginia Women’s Center Welcomes the Newest Breakthrough in Women’s Health Treatment
Richmond-based Virginia Women’s Center adds innovative laser procedure, MonaLisa, to practice - May 09, 2015 - Virginia Women's Center
Noninvasix, Inc. Accepted to Present Novel Fetal Welfare Monitoring System at 2015 Texas Life Science Forum
A first-in-class technology using light and sound to monitor fetal welfare during late-stage labor will be presented by medical device startup Noninvasix, Inc. to an audience of angel investors, venture capital firms and top biotech industry players during the 2015 Texas Life Science Forum. The... - May 07, 2015 - Noninvasix
Novel Fetal Welfare Monitoring Device to be Showcased During TMCx Pitch at Medical World Americas 2015
Medical device startup Noninvasix, Inc., a member of Texas Medical Center’s TMCx inaugural accelerator class, will pitch its reliable solution for detecting cerebral brain oxygenation levels in babies during late-stage labor at Medical World Americas (MWA) Wednesday, April 29 at 12:30 p.m. - April 18, 2015 - Noninvasix
Judy C. Kneece, RN, OCN Honored with Inspiration Award
Judy C. Kneece, RN, OCN, was recently honored by the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) with the Inspiration Award during the 25th Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Inspiration Award was presented by Cary Kaufman, MD, FACS, Past-President of... - April 14, 2015 - EduCare
Hale Publishing Announces the Release of "Oxytocin: The Biological Guide to Motherhood"
Oxytocin provides insight into how the hormone affects mother and baby before, during and immediately following birth. Dr. Uvnäs Moberg describes how oxytocin helps mothers access an inborn female competence assisting with the transition to motherhood and giving birth more easily, feeling better after birth, breastfeeding with fewer problems, and establishing a good connection with their children. - April 03, 2015 - Hale Publishing
South Nassau Communities Hospital Awarded for Providing Safe, Quality Maternity Care
The NYSPQC Obstetrical Improvement Quality Improvement honor joins a multitude of others; South Nassau has earned for outstanding quality in 2014. - April 03, 2015 - Mount Sinai South Nassau