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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 gifts 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[…] -
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[…] -
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. -
How one woman’s resilience through ovarian cancer treatment motivates others
A positive attitude and UAB’s gynecologic oncology team helped Debby Davis fight and endure life-threatening ovarian cancer. -
Studies of COVID-19 in pregnancy aim to better understand virus’s impact
To better understand how COVID-19 affects a pregnant woman and her baby, researchers at UAB are enrolling patients in two studies to determine the short- and long-term impacts. -
Richter named president of the American Urogynecologic Society
A UAB urogynecologist has been selected to lead the national nonprofit organization, which represents professionals dedicated to treating female pelvic floor disorders. -
UAB establishes uterus transplant program
UAB’s uterus transplant program is the first program in the Southeast and fourth in the United States. -
Huh named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Warner K. Huh, M.D., will assume the role of OBGYN chair in the UAB School of Medicine on Nov. 1. -
Huh named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Warner K. Huh, M.D., has been named chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. -
UAB researchers to study one-dose antibiotic for prevention of maternal and infant sepsis
Researchers from UAB are working with the NIH and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to study a potential antibiotic to treat maternal and infant sepsis in low-income countries. -
Dionne-Odom named associate director of global health, women’s reproductive health
Jodie Dionne-Odom, M.D., will help advance global health in the UAB Center for Women’s Reproductive Health. -
UAB’s Women & Infants Center enhances safety, patient experience in wake of COVID-19
In light of COVID-19, UAB’s Women & Infants Center has made key enhancements to the patient experience to protect all who seek care. -
UAB’s Women & Infants Center celebrates 10 years in state-of-the-art building
Ten years after moving into a world-class facility, UAB’s women’s health services are helping more women than ever. -
A young mother’s story of becoming a “cervivor”
How a battle with cervical cancer channeled one mother’s passion for advocacy. -
Brewer selected as chair of Alabama Board of Genetic Counseling
Brewer was appointed to the board by Governor Kay Ivey. -
Women faculty recognized at promotion reception
UAB Medicine celebrated 16 women who have recently earned their professorship, and 19 women who have been promoted to the rank of associate professor at a reception Nov. 6. -
Richter co-writes two studies in the Journal of the American Medical Association
Richter has published two studies in the Journal of the American Medical Association.