OB-G in YEG

Episode 3 in our series will focus on the history of cervical cancer screening, with a special focus on Alberta. Even if you are located outside of our province, you may enjoy learning about different ways to screen for cervical cancer during this podcast. We will first review the basics of cervical cancer screening. Next, we will talk about the history of cervical cancer screening, including how the pap smear was first developed, and how screening initiatives were eventually rolled out in Alberta. Finally, we will talk about two different ways to screen for cervical cancer: conventional cytology and liquid-based cytology.

This podcast is the first episode in our colposcopy series. This series will be a compilation of various different topics within colposcopy and will be brought to you by learners who complete a colposcopy elective at the UofA. Each episode is meant to explore a debated topic and be a tangible and digestible resource for learners and staff colposcopists.

Today we will be exploring the role of intravaginal estrogens in colposcopy. Many colposcopists wonder specifically about the use of intravaginal estrogens in the post-menopausal patient on the interpretation of pap smear and biopsy results. Similarly, they wonder if there is a role for intravaginal estrogens in post-menopausal women pre/post LEEP or laser for preventing cervical stenosis.

As this is the first episode in our colposcopy series, we will start with a brief overview of cervical cancer, the importance of screening and colposcopy practice. This will help us lay a foundational understanding of the importance and uniqueness of the post-menopausal patient.

Welcome to the OB-G in YEG podcast. Today we're talking about an important topic in gynecology, ectopic pregnancy.

After this podcast, the listener should be able to:

1. Review the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy
2. Order pertinent investigations for a patient with suspected ectopic pregnancy
3. Discuss management options for a patient with an ectopic pregnancy

In this episode, Kristin discusses the classification, diagnosis, and management of endometrial hyperplasia.

At the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:

1. Define the classification system for endometrial hyperplasia
2. Review important investigations for the patient with abnormal uterine bleeding
3. Discuss the management of hyperplasia with and without atypia

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In this episode, medical student Qahir Haji will discussion PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

After listening to this podcast, listeners should be able to:

1. Define PCOS and list the Rotterdam diagnostic criteria
2. Know the key findings for PCOS to watch out for on history and physical exam
3. Describe the management of PCOS