Mar 17
Insights: Using Ultrasound to Diagnose Early Pregnancy Loss
This issue of Insights reviews the guidelines for diagnosing an early pregnancy loss with an ultrasound.
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Mar 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Contraception and Anticonvulsants
Due to the risk of fetal anomalies with these medications, contraceptive counseling is particularly important for women taking anticonvulsants. This Contraceptive Pearl covers contraception and contraindications for patients on anticonvulsants.
Feb 11
Insights: Managing Call for Medication Abortion
This issue outlines medication abortion anticipatory guidance and counseling to help patients differentiate between urgent and non-urgent concerns.
Feb 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Trauma-Informed Pelvic Exams
For patients with a history of sexual trauma, pelvic exams may trigger PTSD symptoms. The techniques outlined in this Contraceptive Pearl of trauma-informed care can lead to an easier exam.
Feb 01
Women’s Satisfaction With Abortion Care in Academic Family Medicine Centers
The primary study aim was to describe patient satisfaction with abortion care in family medicine centers (FMCs).
Jan 13
Contraceptive Pearl: Non-Hormonal Contraception
Some women avoid hormonal contraception due to concern about side effects. Other women want to steer clear of all medications. Regardless of their reason, women who prefer to avoid hormones have a variety of contraceptive options available.
Jan 01
Association of Reproductive Health Training on Intention to Provide Services After Residency
Study explores how increasing reproductive health training in family medicine residents effects their competency and likelihood of providing these services after medical school.
Dec 10
Contraceptive Pearl: Postpartum IUD
The intrauterine device (IUD) is an excellent postpartum contraceptive method. Right after childbirth, women are certain that they are not pregnant, they are highly motivated to use contraception and they appreciate avoiding extra visits to the pharmacy or clinician’s office. This Contraceptive Pearl covers postpartum IUD insertion.
Dec 01
No-Scalpel Vasectomy, An Illustrated Guide for Surgeons
This guide, developed by EngenderHealth, is an easy-to-use reference for clinicians that describes each step of the no-scalpel approach to vasectomy care.
Dec 01
Affirm Abortion Care as a Public Health Need
A 2006 policy resolution requesting that the AAFP statement on Reproductive Decisions be amended.