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Osteoarthritis: Multi-ancestry analysis reveals novel genetic loci associated with the disease
The first large multi-ancestry genetics study of osteoarthritis, or OA, has found 10 novel OA-associated genetic loci, and results showed some of the OA-associated regions are robustly found in every population ancestry studied. -
UAB physicians use cardiac intelligence to address health inequities
Cardiac intelligence uses artificial intelligence to monitor patients for cardiac disease and progression. -
Cervical Cancer Summit, made possible by strong community partnerships, was a success
The summit addressed cervical cancer as a public health problem in Alabama and discussed solutions to devise a roadmap to implement these solutions. -
Burney Joins UAB OB/GYN as Director of Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
The UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) is excited to welcome Rick Burney, M.D., M.Sc., as director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). Burney joins us from Madigan Army Medical Center where he was chair of[…] -
Mammograms: what they are, why they are important and what to expect
Early detection and mammography can reduce the risk of death caused by breast cancer. -
Tita inducted into National Academy of Medicine
Alan T. Tita, M.D., Ph.D., Mary Heersink Endowed Chair of Global Health and associate dean for Global and Women's Health, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine. The Academy specifically praised Tita as “an innovative and impactful perinatal epidemiologist[…] -
UAB Radiology and OB/GYN collaborate to prioritize mammograms and breast health
More than 40,000 women die annually from breast cancer. However, annual mammography can reduce this risk. Together, the UAB Departments of Radiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) are encouraging women to prioritize their breast health and awareness. -
What is pelvic floor therapy?
Pelvic floor therapy provides a conservative and holistic approach to pelvic floor dysfunction, but many women do not know about the treatment. JJ Fagen, UAB Medicine’s pelvic floor therapist, discusses the benefits of pelvic floor therapy and pelvic floor exercises -
National Academy of Medicine adds three UAB faculty to its distinguished ranks
UAB’s newest members of the prestigious National Academy of Medicine were selected for their outstanding professional achievements and exceptional commitment to service. -
Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation awards $120,000 to UAB’s Gynecologic Oncology
The funding from the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation will help further ovarian cancer research to advance therapeutic treatments. -
51 medical students named winners of annual Medical Student Research Day competition
Medical Student Research Day celebrates the research accomplishments of medical students and provides them with the opportunity to present their projects to fellow students and faculty. -
Let’s talk about it: pelvic organ prolapse
UAB’s new director of the Division of Urogynecology discusses pelvic organ prolapse prevention, treatment and the importance of open conversations around the condition that affects many women in the United States. -
Q&A: Gynecologic Cancers
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, and we asked Haller Smith, M.D., assistant professor in the UAB Division of Gynecologic Oncology, some questions about gynecologic cancers, the importance of awareness, how the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is making[…] -
UAB Obstetrics and Gynecology ranked No. 5 in nation
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is ranked fifth in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report 2022-2023 Best Hospitals rankings. -
Looking at Heersink’s four new research focus areas, Part 2: Health Equity
As the Heersink School of Medicine grows, the leadership has defined four new research focus areas to grow over the next five to seven years. This part explores the second focus area, Health Equity. -
New Research Faculty Introduction
The UAB Heersink School of Medicine Office of Research introduces new faculty for Spring and Summer 2022. Please join Heersink School of Medicine and the Office of Research in welcoming these new faculty. -
With eight highly ranked specialties, U.S. News again calls UAB best hospital in Alabama
U.S. News & World report named UAB Hospital as the best hospital in Alabama. -
UAB Department of Pathology establishes Division of Women’s Health
The creation of the division stands to help emphasize the UAB Department of Pathology’s commitment to women’s health. -
Q&A: Cord Blood
July is Cord Blood Awareness Month, and we asked Brian M. Casey, M.D., professor and division director for the UAB Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, some questions about umbilical cord blood, cord blood banking, how the UAB Department of OB/GYN is[…] -
Communities of hope: How uterus transplant is creating bonds
UAB has the first program in the United States to offer uterus transplantation outside of a clinical research trial and is one of very few centers in the world accepting new patients. -
Pregnant this summer? Beating the heat means safety and comfort
Summer temperatures are rising, which means the chance of dehydration increases — especially for pregnant women. Learn how to stay safe this summer with a UAB expert. -
American Heart Association awards $20 million for research to improve outcomes in pregnancy, CVD health
UAB will act as the coordinating center of the P3 EQUATE Network and leverage expertise across network sites and nationally, to help train the next generation of pregnancy health equity researchers. -
LifeSouth’s cord blood bank and UAB Medicine partner to save lives
Cord blood from a newborn’s umbilical cord can be used to treat many types of blood cancers such as leukemia. -
Dunivan Named Vice Chair of Mentorship and Faculty Development
Gena Dunivan, M.D., FACOG, FACS, recently joined the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) as vice chair of Mentorship and Faculty Development and division director of the Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery. The role of vice chair[…] -
Q&A: Pelvic Organ Prolapse
For Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month during June, we asked Gena Dunivan, M.D., FACOG, FACS, professor and division director for the UAB Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, some important questions about pelvic organ prolapse, the importance of awareness, what[…] -
Q&A: Women's Health
For National Women's Health Week in May, we asked Todd Jenkins, M.D., MSHA, FACOG, professor and division director for the UAB Division of Women's Reproductive Healthcare, some important questions about women's health care, common misconceptions, what makes UAB OB/GYN special, and[…] -
Scarinci will be recognized for dedicated efforts to eliminate cervical cancer
UAB’s Isabel Scarinci will be honored as the first recipient of the TogetHER for Health’s Trailblazer of the Year Award. -
Honoring Warner Huh during AAPI Heritage Month
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month 2022, Warner K. Huh, M.D., chair and professor of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), discusses his heritage and service at UAB. -
Dunivan joins UAB OB/GYN as division director of Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
The UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) is excited to welcome Gena Dunivan, M.D., as division director of the Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery. Dunivan will also serve as vice chair of Mentorship and Faculty Development for[…] -
From patient to advocate: A mother’s premature daughter leads to appointment on Governor’s Council for children with disabilities
She works in health care at UAB and has a premature daughter born with cerebral palsy. Crystal Odom steps up as the newest member of a state advisory group for children with disabilities. -
Using anticoagulants to prevent obstetric VTE may increase risk of bleeding complications
UAB women’s health experts found that prophylactic anticoagulation guidelines did not reduce risk of venous thromboembolisms but did increase the risk for bleeding complications in the general obstetric population. -
UAB Offers Infertility Care Coverage to All Employees
Infertility is more common than people think and continues to be a growing problem among women. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 19% of women with no prior births between the ages of 15 and 49 struggle with[…] -
New Research Faculty Introduction
The UAB Heersink School of Medicine Office of Research introduces new faculty for January to March 2022. Please join Heersink School of Medicine and the Office of Research in welcoming these new faculty. -
Study shows treating preexisting high blood pressure in pregnancy improves maternal and fetal outcomes
UAB-led national study shows using blood pressure medication to treat pregnant women with chronic hypertension improves pregnancy outcomes, including a decrease in severe preeclampsia and preterm birth. -
Women’s History Month: Celebrating women’s health, women physicians, and their impact
The UAB Department of OB/GYN celebrates women every day. We focus on providing the best care to our women patients through research and education, while training our residents and fellows to do the same. Our goal is to continue to[…]
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Huh receives national award from American Cancer Society
UAB’s Warner Huh was recognized by the American Cancer Society for his continued leadership within the community. -
UAB OB/GYN Receives Roy M. Pitkin Award
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has been selected as a recipient of the 2021 Roy M. Pitkin Award. Established in 1998, the Roy M. Pitkin Award recognizes academic departments of obstetrics and gynecology that[…]
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Eaton and Subramaniam selected to 2022 class of Women Who Shape the State
Eaton and Subramaniam are next in a long line of UAB faculty to receive this honor. -
UAB and DCH Health System partner to bring maternal-fetal medicine experts to West Alabama
UAB maternal-fetal medicine specialists partner with the DCH Health System to provide specialized care for high-risk pregnancy patients in West Alabama. -
UAB Chronic Hypertension and Pregnancy trial receives $12.8 million for follow-up and preeclampsia epigenetics studies
Consortium led by UAB researchers in the UAB Heersink School of Medicine and School of Public Health received additional funding to further study chronic hypertension and preeclampsia epigenetics participants enrolled in the CHAP trial.