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SAVE THE DATE: Heart Disease and Pregnancy Symposium

2012-02-21T12:00:00.000-05:00

Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 Place: Marriott Courtyard Philadelphia Cardiovascular disease in pregnancy is the most common cause of maternal mortality in the developed world and an important cause of heart failure, stroke and arrhythmia. Recent data suggests that women who suffer from cardiovascular complications of pregnancy may be at increased risk for heart disease over their lifetime. ...

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New Additions to the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

2012-02-13T06:00:00.003-05:00

Janos L. Tanyi, MD, PhDDr. Tanyi practices at Penn Medicine as an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Tanyi completed a fellowship in gynecologic oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is also a member of the Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center and is conducting research supported by the Reproductive Scientist Development Program. Dr. Tanyi is...

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Penn Center for Study of Epigenetics in Reproduction Awarded NIH U54 Grant

2012-02-08T06:00:00.000-05:00

In 2011, the Penn Center for the Study of Epigenetics in Reproduction (PennCSER) was the recipient of a U54 grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (NICHD) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Epigenetics is the study of alterations in gene expression as a result of non-genetic factors rather than changes in the underlying DNA...

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A Promising Future: Penn Ob/Gyn Care Congratulates Emi Mahmoud, recipient of the Leonore Annenberg Scholarship

2012-02-02T06:00:00.000-05:00

The Penn Academy for Reproductive Sciences (PARS), a six-week long course for high school girls aimed at increasing their exposure to the reproductive sciences, is proud to congratulate one of their own for her outstanding achievements. Emtithal “Emi” Mahmoud, born in the war-town region of Darfur, was named as one of only five students across the nation to receive the prestigious Leonore...

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Women’s Health Scholar Certificate Program

2012-01-30T10:00:00.000-05:00

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and FOCUS on Health & Leadership for Women are jointly sponsoring the Women’s Health Scholar Certificate Program, which was created to provide concentrated experiences in women’s health including research, clinical training and community outreach. Currently, 10 Perelman School of Medicine students are enrolled in the program and this past spring the...

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Penn Maternal Fetal Medicine Partners with University Medical Center at Princeton

2012-01-27T06:00:00.000-05:00

Penn Medicine has expanded the New Jersey Maternal Fetal Medicine Network to include University Medical Center at Princeton, located at 253 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ. Penn Maternal Fetal Medicine is proud to be able to provide services to patients in and around the Princeton area, including: ConsultationsPrenatal screening Obstetric ultrasonography Genetic...

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Penn Medicine Joins the Pelvic Floor Disorder Network

2012-01-23T06:00:00.000-05:00

With several academic centers working as a network, clinical guidelines for pelvic floor disorder treatments can be determined more efficiently.Under the leadership of chief Lily Arya, MD, MS, the Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery has been selected as one of only eight clinical sites for the prestigious Pelvic Floor Disorder Network (PFDN). The PFDN is funded by the...

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Latest Advances in Reproduction and Regeneration

2012-01-18T06:00:00.000-05:00

The latest research on gametes and stem cells was highlighted at the 2011 Conference on Reproduction and Regeneration sponsored by the Center for Research on Reproduction and Women’s Health, the Institute for Regenerative Medicine and the editorial board of Molecular Reproduction and Development. More than 20 physicians, investigators and graduate students presented their work during the two-day...

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The Helen O. Dickens Center: A Commitment to Community

2012-01-13T10:00:00.000-05:00

The Helen O. Dickens Center for Women's Health is committed to providing personalized care to women of all ages, fulfilling Penn Medicine’s philosophy of serving the community. Dr. Dickens was the first female African American doctor to become board certified in obstetrics and gynecology in Philadelphia as well as the first to be named a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She worked to...

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Turning Medicine into Motherhood: Featured Obstetric and Infertility Clinical Trials

2012-01-11T06:00:00.000-05:00

As one of the top research programs in the nation, Penn is a leader in the development of new and innovative approaches to infertility management and breakthrough research in women’s health. Penn's research mission is critical to advancing the health care of women and improving pregnancy outcomes. Penn’s Women's Health Clinical Research Center conducts National Institute of Health (NIH) funded...

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Pennsylvania Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Lactation Care

2011-02-21T12:13:00.000-05:00

The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) has recognized Pennsylvania Hospital for excellence in lactation care. The IBLCE examination is the premier, internationally recognized measure of competence in lactation consulting, and the IBCLC Care Award is the only internationally recognized credential for professional lactation services. The goal of the award is to ensure...

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Adolescent Reproductive Health at Penn Fertility Care

2011-01-12T11:28:00.000-05:00

Does your daughter, friend, family member or patient experience irregular menstrual bleeding, abdominal pain or excessive hair growth? These symptoms could be the signs of an endocrine disorder. Your colleagues at Penn Fertility Care offer specialized adolescent reproductive health care. Offering convenient locations in Philadelphia and Radnor, Penn’s adolescent reproductive health specialists...

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Adolescent Reproductive Health: Treatment Options for Reproductive Tract Disorders

2011-01-05T09:11:00.000-05:00

At times, underlying health conditions may surface during puberty. If an adolescent is experiencing issues with pelvic pain, irregular menstrual bleeding or other reproductive tract problems, then a müllerian anomaly could be the problem. Samantha Pfeifer, MD, a fertility specialist with Penn Fertility Care and a nationally recognized expert in adolescent gynecologic disorders affecting future...

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Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) Services at Penn Fertility Care

2011-01-05T08:53:00.000-05:00

Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) can be used to determine whether embryos produced through in vitro fertilization carry a gene mutation associated with a specific inherited disorder (such as cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy, etc). Unaffected embryos are selected for transfer to the uterus. Anuja Dokras, MD, PhD, medical director, for Penn Fertility Care’s In Vitro Fertilization...

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Congratulations to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Nursing Department

2010-12-30T11:05:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Nursing Department for raising a $24,000 donation to the Philadelphia Maternity Care Coalition's 'Cribs for Kids' campaign — a program designed to provide cribs to families in need. To donate, or for more information about Cribs for Kids, call 215-989-3589.

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The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Welcomes New Laborist

2010-12-30T11:04:00.000-05:00

Elizabeth Melendez, MD, an obstetrician and gynecologist, joins Penn’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Melendez received her medical degree and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Melendez was in private practice and responsible for resident education in Dallas, Texas before coming to Penn.Dr. Melendez...

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The Narrative Professionalism Program: Reflection and Discussion in Penn’s Residency Training

2010-12-30T11:02:00.000-05:00

The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine is proud to offer the Narrative Professionalism (NP) program as part of the medical residency training program. The NP program is an innovative approach to developing Professionalism, a core competency of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), and facilitating self-reflective learning for residents. Program Background...

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The Penn Center for Women’s Behavioral Wellness

2010-12-30T11:01:00.000-05:00

Women experiencing emotional difficulties and other behavioral health issues have a new resource to turn to for help. The Penn Center for Women’s Behavioral Wellness provides clinical consultation, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment related to women’s behavioral health across the lifespan. According to Center Director C. Neill Epperson, MD, "Behavioral health problems occurring with...

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The Jordan Center for Gynecologic Cancer Welcomes Dedicated Chemotherapy Nurse Practitioner

2010-12-30T11:00:00.000-05:00

Sarah DiBartolomeo, CRNP, has joined the Jordan Center for Gynecologic Cancer at Penn as a dedicated chemotherapy nurse practitioner. This position is a welcome addition to the Jordan Center staff and offers specialized care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, making sure they receive seamless, coordinated care from the first chemotherapy session through follow-up care. The dedicated...

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Advancing Radiation Oncology Options for Women’s Cancers

2010-12-15T11:05:00.000-05:00

As one of the largest and most respected clinical services in the region, Penn Radiation Oncology offers a wide range of radiation therapy services including many that combine radiation therapy with chemotherapy and/or surgery. Penn radiation oncologists utilize the latest technology available to treat many types of cancer. Our approach encompasses not only the care of our patients, but also a...

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The Botswana-UPenn Partnership

2010-12-15T11:04:00.000-05:00

The Government of Botswana, the University of Botswana and the University of Pennsylvania formed the Botswana-UPenn Partnership to provide clinical care and training and to develop joint research programs. In 2001, Penn doctors started providing medical care at the Princess Marina Hospital in Botswana. Botswana has one of the highest HIV/AIDS infection rates in the world. The adult HIV rate in...

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Penn Health for Women – A Commitment to the Philadelphia Community

2010-12-15T11:03:00.000-05:00

Penn Medicine’s Women’s Health Leadership Council hosted its first annual event to celebrate our commitment to women’s health in Philadelphia and to kick off a fundraising initiative to improve access to prenatal care for underserved and uninsured women at the Latina Community Health Services. This event highlighted Penn Health for Women, a multidisciplinary program committed to helping women...

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Professorship Announcements

2010-12-15T11:02:00.000-05:00

George Coukos, MD, PhD Celso Ramon Garcia Professor Associate Chief, Division of Gynecologic Oncology Director, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center Board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and gynecologic oncology, Dr. Coukos is internationally recognized for his work on ovarian cancer. As the director of Penn’s Ovarian Cancer Research Center, his focus is on finding innovative therapeutic...

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Awards & Honors

2010-12-15T11:01:00.000-05:00

Wanda Ronner, MD, Penn gynecologist, was selected by University of Pennsylvania medical students to be honored with the Penn Pearls Teaching Award. Each year Penn, medical students honor residents and faculty members who inspire them through their dedication and commitment to teaching and for conveying pearls of wisdom throughout the students’ medical training. Samantha M. Pfeifer, MD, Penn...

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