Healthful Woman Podcast

Dr. Alan Copperman, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science and Director of the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Mount Sinai, discusses the ethical questions that surround fertility treatment during the coronavirus. A decision was initially made to suspend fertility treatments during the coronavirus, but healthcare professionals have argued that this area represents essential and time-sensitive procedures. Dr. Copperman discusses his experience during the crisis concerning fertility treatments.

Dr. Michelle Santoyo sits down with host Dr. Fox to talk about what it’s like practicing in New York City, why she prefers being on a first-name basis with patients. Dr. Michelle practices general gynecology, prenatal care, and delivery with Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates and previously worked in a private practice on Long Island.

Dr. Michael Silverstein discusses menopause, including the major symptoms and methods to treat them. Learn more about the physiological cause of menopause, what scientific studies have found about treatment options, and Dr. Silverstein’s approach to finding solutions for each patient.

Host Dr. Nathan Fox sits down with Dr. Michael Silverstein to talk about his journey from teaching Special Education in Queens to joining the full-time faculty at NYU and, finally, treating patients with Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates. Get to know Dr. Silverstein as he shares about his life and family plus thoughts on baseball, educating patients and students, music in medicine, and more.

Dr. Zevy Hamburger, an obstetrical anesthesiologist, discusses his experience as part of Mount Sinai Hospital’s rapid response team to the coronavirus outbreak with Dr. Fox. Dr. Hamburger has been on the front lines of the outbreak but explains several reasons why he remains hopeful. He has also infected with the virus himself and discusses his family’s experience with COVID-19.

Dr. Melka explains teaching hospitals and resident education: what they are, what they do, and what patients need to know. At a teaching hospital, unlike a community hospital, patients will interact with residents and fellows receiving ongoing training after earning their MDs. Dr. Melka explains why this experience can be beneficial for doctors and patients alike.

Dr. Melka, an OBGYN who practices at Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, talks about her background as a runner and how coaching for marathons parallels coaching through labor and delivery. Plus, learn about how being pregnant has helped her feel more sympathetic with patients and what she has learned about breastfeeding as a physician.

Dr. Eldad Hod, Associate Professor of Pathology and Cell Biology at Columbia University, is a researcher and expert in transfusion medicine. Currently, Dr. Hod is conducting research to determine whether plasma from those who have recovered from COVID-19 could be used to treat those who are infected.

Dr. Annemarie Stroustrup, a neonatologist at Mount Sinai Hospital’s NICU, explains how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting newborn babies in New York City. The NICU is facing challenges due to the virus, but Dr. Stroustrup and her team are adapting to the current situation to make sure moms and babies stay safe.

School psychologist Dr. Agus Fox discusses parenting during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Learn how to help children cope with new emotions, maintaining learning environments for children at home, and guiding kids through the intense and uncertain situation.