by Amy Teng, DO As an obstetrician I counsel patients daily regarding the challenges of pregnancy, labor, and breastfeeding. As most mothers will acknowledge, the expectations and goals that are set for this time in a woman’s life can be numerous, complicated, and sometimes difficult to achieve. My goal is to make sure […]
Improved Health Outcomes and a Lower Risk of Anemia for Your Baby: New Timing Guidelines for Umbilical Cord Clamping Hey ladies, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is now recommending that we wait at least 30-60 seconds before clamping the umbilical cord after delivery. This decision is based on recent research […]
As people plan for winter getaways to warmer climates, the CDC is continuing to emphasize that pregnancy women should not travel to Zika-endemic countries. In the US, as the mosquito risk has dramatically dropped for the winter, that is not the case in the Southern Hemisphere. Until a Zika virus vaccine is developed and commercially […]
El Camino Women’s Medical Group offers the latest Minimally Invasive Solutions for gynecologic problems. Drs. Amy Teng, Erika Balassiano, and Pooja Gupta, all members of AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy) are highly trained and experienced in the field of Minimally Invasive Gynecgologic Surgery. Dr. Erika Balassiano is also a graduate of the Minimally Invasive […]
July 27, 2016 Kristina Dragovic, MD The Zika virus has been a hot topic in the world of Obstetrics. Within the past year there has been a significant increase in birth defects in areas where the mosquitoes that carry and transmit the virus live- starting mainly in Brazil. In addition to causing flu like […]
by Sarah Azad, MD A common question in all OB/GYN offices, I decided to finally write something down. The internet it so full of misinformation about this topic, I hope this adds a drop of truth to what’s out there. The short answer: Hope and prayer (free) or IVF with preimplantation genetic screening (PGS) (not […]
It can happen to anyone: Post Partum Depression By Rania Awaad, MD “How can I be so ungrateful for this beautiful baby?” she asked, her voice filled with despair and trepidation. Before I knew it, she had burst into uncontrollable sobbing. For moments, I sat there uncertain what to say next. Yet, this was […]
What is my birth plan? Written by Dr. Teng As a follow up to my last blog, I wanted to focus on the birth plan, which is a set of preferences regarding the birth of your child. Discussing your birth plan with your doctor should occur throughout your pregnancy. On average, you will […]
Is having a doula right for me? Written by Dr. Teng When it comes to childbirth, the list of questions that will come up during your pregnancy may seem endless. It is our job as the physician to do the best we can to answer these questions, and to make sure you are as prepared […]