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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
Ashley Battarbee, M.D., MSCRIn 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’[…] -
UAB designated as 2020 SOAP Center of Excellence
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has been named a 2020 Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) Center of Excellence (COE). This designation is received by institutions and obstetric anesthesia programs that demonstrate excellence in obstetric anesthesia care.[…] -
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. -
Huh named NRG Oncology Cancer Prevention and Control Committee Chair
Warner K. Huh, M.D., FACOG, FACS, chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, has been named chair of the NRG Oncology Cancer Prevention and Control Committee, effective immediately. NRG Oncology seeks to improve the lives of cancer patients by conducting[…] -
UAB medical professionals play key role in Alabama’s Maternal Mortality Review Committee
Rachel Sinkey, M.D., Assistant Professor of UAB OB/GYN & Committee Chair of AL-MMRCThe Alabama Maternal Mortality Review Committee (AL-MMRC), housed within The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), recently published their first Maternal Mortality Review Report from the newly-convened committee.[…] -
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. -
School of Medicine tops $269 million in NIH funding for 2020
UAB received over $325 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2020. -
OB/GYN ranks 10th in NIH funding for 2020
OB/GYN has ranked 10th in NIH funding for 2020. -
More than 1,100 employees to be honored with annual service awards
This year, the university recognizes 50 years of service by Jeanne Hutchison, Ph.D., and Ferdinand Urthaler, M.D., and 45 years of service by Robert Kim M.D., and Joseph Lovetto. In addition, 294 employees with 20 or more years and 904[…] -
UAB establishes uterine transplant program, first in southeast
The University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Medicine have established the first uterus transplant program in the Southeast and the fourth such program in the United States. The program, which is a partnership between the Department of Obstetrics and[…]
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Addressing fertility questions and concerns with the COVID-19 vaccine
UAB experts explain why women should not have concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine’s impacting their fertility goals. -
Women Physicians: Leading the Way
Women physicians are more prevelant now than ever before, despite the continued challenges they face. In 2021, we still see bias, gender pay gaps, and glass ceilings. However, our women physicians are breaking barriers and fighting for the equality of[…] -
COVID vaccines and pregnancy: informed decision-making for women
For women who are pregnant, lactating or trying to become pregnant, deciding whether to take the COVID vaccine when eligible can be a tough decision. UAB experts offer guidance. -
Tidwell named APP manager
Bethany Tidwell, CRNP, has been named advanced practice provider (APP) manager for the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The creation of this inaugural position was to ensure a seat for an APP representative at the department's leadership table.The APP[…] -
Goepfert named chair of Promotion and Tenure Committee for UAB OB/GYN Department
Alice Goepfert, M.D., has been named chair of the Promotion and Tenure Committee for the UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Goepfert is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology's Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at UAB. She currently serves[…] -
Leath named division director of Division of Gynecologic Oncology
Leath, a UAB gynecologic oncologist, professor of medicine and senior scientist, has been named new chair of the Division.