Emily H. Adhikari

In this insightful discussion, Dr. Emily H. Adhikari, an Editorial Board member known for her contributions in obstetrics and gynecology, shares her expertise. The conversation delves into critical topics, including the prediction of severe maternal morbidity, highlighting alarming postpartum statistics. They explore disparities in gynecologic cancer research and advocate for increased funding in this area. Additionally, the podcast addresses women's health in relation to perinatal hepatitis C transmission, emphasizing the urgency for universal screening and improved patient education.

Dr. Emily H. Adhikari, author of “Vaginal Compared With Oral Misoprostol Induction at Term: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial,” discusses the findings of a study comparing vaginal and oral misoprostol protocols for inducing labor, including differences in oxytocin use and fetal heart rate changes.