Economist Emily Oster and Dr. Nathan Fox discuss using data to navigate pregnancy complications, emphasizing patient-centered care. Topics include disparities in pregnancy outcomes, advocating for oneself in medical settings, V-back versus repeat cesarean choices, and the importance of proper care and support post-childbirth complications.
Emily Oster and Dr. Nathan Fox focus on managing pregnancy complications and improving patient-doctor communication.
Data-driven decision-making in pregnancy should consider personal preferences and individual medical circumstances.
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Navigating Pregnancy and Complications
Economist Emily Auster's latest book, 'The Unexpected,' co-written with Dr. Nathan Foxx, focuses on managing pregnancy complications and enhancing patient-doctor communication. Their work aims to provide insights on various common pregnancy complexities like miscarriage, stillbirth, gestational diabetes, and hyperemesis.
Data-Driven Decision-Making in Pregnancy
Auster emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making in pregnancy. While acknowledging the significance of data, she also underscores the need to consider personal preferences and individual medical circumstances in making informed choices.
Addressing Disparities in Maternal Health
Research indicates that Black women face higher risks of pregnancy complications due to systemic factors like lack of resources and structural racism. Efforts are needed to address these disparities and enhance maternal health outcomes for all individuals, especially for Black women.
Economist Emily Oster became a big name in pregnancy advice 10 years ago with her book "Expecting Better: Why The Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong – And What You Really Need To Know."
Her latest book is called "The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During And After Complications."
She co-wrote it with Maternal Fetal Medicine Dr. Nathan Fox.
We talk about some of those complications and how patients can get better care from their doctors.