This week’s episode examines the global disparities and innovations surrounding cesarean sections. From rising infection rates and new surgical repair techniques to groundbreaking insights into the maternal microbiome, postpartum hemorrhage prevention, and long-term health outcomes, we explore how current research is reshaping the future of obstetric care.

In this episode we explore breakthrough research in intrapartum ultrasound, fetal growth restriction, and sex-specific responses in preterm birth. From AI-driven sonopartograms to selenium’s impact on thyroid health and the latest in kidney organoid modeling, we highlight the most clinically relevant updates shaping the future of reproductive and maternal care. Full references available in the episode description.

In this episode of Advancements in Gynecology: A Weekly Review, we dive into the alarming global rise in sexually transmitted infections and the new research that's reshaping how we screen, diagnose, and treat them. From surprising prevalence data in Vietnam’s HIV PrEP program to the promise of AI-assisted risk models, we explore key studies that highlight the urgent need for more targeted, site-specific, and collaborative approaches in STI care.

In this episode of Advancements in Gynecology, we explore recent studies reshaping how we tackle anemia during pregnancy, fertility, and prenatal neurodevelopment. From groundbreaking research on optimal iron dosing in Tanzania to the impact of nutrition education, microbiome interventions, and supplementation, discover how integrated strategies can break generational cycles of poor health outcomes. A must-listen for gynecology specialists keen on the latest evidence and clinical practice insights.

This episode explores the latest data on oocyte cryopreservation, including live birth rates over 75% when performed before age 35. We examine shifting trends in timing, cultural perspectives, and accessibility — and why this technology is becoming less about career planning and more about reproductive autonomy. Featuring insights from major studies and meta-analyses, it’s a concise, evidence-based look at how fertility preservation is reshaping reproductive medicine.

This week on Advancements in Gynecology, we unpack the cultural, environmental, and systemic forces shaping reproductive care worldwide. From financial barriers in fertility treatment to CRISPR breakthroughs and PFAS exposure in pregnancy, we connect the dots between cutting-edge science and real-world equity.