Stephanie Martin

Dr. Stephanie Martin, Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics, discusses how pregnancy affects women with cardiac disease and vice versa. Topics include changes in cardiac output and vascular resistance during pregnancy, distinguishing normal and abnormal signs in pregnant patients, and recognizing and evaluating cardiac disease in pregnant women.

In this engaging discussion, Stephanie Martin, an MFM obstetrician and co-owner of Clinical Concepts and Obstetrics, dives into the complexities of maternal-fetal monitoring in critically ill pregnant patients. She highlights the unique challenges faced in ICU settings, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and the delicate balance of maternal and fetal health. Listeners learn key techniques for assessing fetal well-being, the significance of clear communication, and the intricacies of managing high-risk pregnancies, all delivered with insightful anecdotes and expert advice.

Dr. Stephanie Martin and Dr. Suzanne McMurtry Baird discuss a case study of a pregnant patient with preeclampsia and pulmonary edema, highlighting the challenges in diagnosis and management. They talk about the importance of proper assessment techniques, challenges in initiating oxygen therapy, medication administration, and the need for timely intervention. The experts emphasize the significance of differential diagnosis, accurate monitoring, and team practice in caring for critically ill pregnant women.