News & Events - School of Medicine - Obstetrics and Gynecology

Q&A: Women's Health

For National Women's Health Week, 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 more. Jenkins[…]

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[…]

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[…]

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.

An NICU quality-improvement program reduced death or severe brain bleeding in extremely premature infants

Death or severe brain bleeding in the first week after birth dropped from 27.4 percent to 15 percent after introduction of a bundle of evidence-based, potentially better practices for preterm infants. Median weight of the 820 infants studied was 1[…]

UAB OB/GYN: Making a Difference in Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is a common cancer that occurs when abnormal cells begin to grow in the cervix. Several factors can put women at risk, but the main cause of cervical cancer is a persistent infection by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).[…]

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month – how early detection and vaccinations save lives

Learn about the importance of screenings and HPV vaccines to help prevent cervical cancer.

2022 Pittman Scholars Announced

Six faculty members in the Heersink School of Medicine have been named the 2022 class of James A. Pittman Jr., M.D., Scholars.

UAB earns Women’s Choice Award for “Best Hospital” designation for eight areas

UAB Hospital practice areas were honored with the “Best Hospital” designation, including patient experience, bariatric surgery, obstetrics, minimally invasive surgery, stroke care, cancer care, breast care and women’s services.

Physical activity during pregnancy lowers risks of complications and preterm births

Pregnant women will receive a 4D ultrasound, clinical evaluation and personalized physical activity plan through the new Exercise in Pregnancy Clinic.

UAB and UA join NIH-funded national consortium to study factors influencing healthy child brain development

NIH selects UAB and UA as research sites for a longitudinal study on child development since pregnancy.

Scarinci named vice chair of Global and Rural Health

Isabel Scarinci, Ph.D., MPH, has been named vice chair for Global and Rural Health for the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN). Scarinci is a professor in the Department of OB/GYN, senior advisor and scientist at the UAB O’Neal[…]

Straughn named UAB vice chair for Quality and Patient Safety

Michael Straughn will advance women’s patient care practices as the new vice chair of UAB’s Section of Quality and Patient Safety.

Delta variant increases risk of adverse outcomes in pregnant women, new UAB study shows

New study from UAB women’s health, infectious diseases and pediatric experts show increase in morbidity and adverse outcomes in pregnant patients caused by the Delta variant.

Faculty nominees for the 2021 Argus Awards announced

The Department of Medical Education and the Argus Society are pleased to announce the 2021 Argus Awards nominations. Winners will be announced at the Argus Awards Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2021.

$100 million in contributions to transform UAB School of Medicine

Record $95 million Heersink lead gift to advance strategic growth and biomedical innovation.

Straughn named vice chair for Quality and Patient Safety

J. Michael Straughn, Jr. M.D., has been appointed vice chair of Quality and Patient Safety for the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Straughn is a professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology and a senior scientist in UAB’s[…]

COVID-19 vaccines now strongly recommended for pregnant women

The Delta variant poses a new threat to pregnant women. UAB women’s health and infectious disease experts discuss the effects of COVID-19 and the vaccines on pregnancy.

What’s new with COVID-19: COVID-19 in women

The fourth in a series of panel discussions will provide up-to-date information on COVID-19 from UAB experts.

COVID-19: Pregnant women’s attitudes towards the illness and vaccines

In partnership with other physicians across the country, faculty and clinicians from the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) and Center for Women’s Reproductive Health (CWRH) conducted a study evaluating pregnant individuals’ attitudes toward COVID-19[…]

Retired firefighter experiences complete response in clinical trial, shares story for National Cancer Survivors Day

In honor of National Cancer Survivors Day, O’Neal Cancer Center patient Charlotte Patterson reflects on her own cancer diagnosis and treatment.

O’Neal Cancer Service Line names Krontiras, Kennedy directors of clinical affairs, cancer network

O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center senior scientists Helen Krontiras, M.D., and Gregory Kennedy, M.D., Ph.D., will begin new leadership roles within the O’Neal Cancer Service Line, effective June 1.

Tita named associate dean for Global and Women’s Health

Alan Tita is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology with a background in leading clinical trials for women’s health issues and global health problems.

$2.39 million grant will establish program to research financial consequences of disease, emotional well-being of patients

Many patients have been struggling to pay for their treatment, and the financial consequences can affect a person’s emotional well-being. This collaborative effort will recruit researchers nationwide to help solve these issues.