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Author Archives: Erin Evans, M.D.
Breast Cancer Screening
Recently the United States Preventive Services Task Force instituted a new recommendation for breast cancer screening. You may have seen information on the news and internet regarding the disagreement between different medical groups’ recommendations regarding when to start breast cancer screening. Last Monday, the U.S. Preventive Task Force released a new recommendation that women with average breast cancer risk should have mammograms every two years starting at age 50. They also issued a statement that self breast exams are not recommended due to causing excessive anxiety and unnecessary breast biopsies. … Continue reading
Pregnancy and the H1N1 Flu
Many of my pregnant patients have recently expressed concern over the H1N1 flu virus, more commonly known as “swine flu.” So, I thought I would answer some of their questions in this video blog entry. If you have any other questions or comments, feel free to leave them below.
Marketing Medications
Last week I was sitting among a group of women who did not know I was a physician. The conversation eventually progressed to a discussion of personal health problems and the women’s interactions with their physicians. One woman exclaimed,” My physician always gets offended whenever I ask if I should take a medication advertised on T.V.” She then continued to describe her physician’s attempt to dissuade her from a particular medication. She perceived his reaction as offense to her request because she thought the physician felt his authority was threatened. … Continue reading
The Laborist Model
A new model of patient care for mothers in labor is being utilized around the country. It is called the “Laborist Model.” Essentially, there are obstetricians who work in shifts and their only responsibility during that time is to care for pregnant women who are hospitalized. This physician, called the laborist, would supervise the labor and delivery of infants, as well as evaluate and treat pregnant patients with complications, such as premature labor. When his or her shift is over, the laborist goes home and has no other patient care … Continue reading
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Your Ideal Physician
As an Obstetrician/Gynecologist I interact on a daily basis with approximately 30 patients one-on-one. Each has a different issue or concern. Each is in a different stage of her life. Some women I meet for the first time, while others have already developed a long-term relationship with me as their physician. However, the goals I have before I walk into each examination room are the same: make her feel comfortable, listen to her concerns, and empower her to participate in the healing process. I have found that women most appreciate … Continue reading