Dr. Staci.T with your daily dose of gynecology
My Step 1 Score Story
A Step 1 score is the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1, a standardized test for medical students. Here’s my story.
Amazon Prime Day: What I would NOT buy as an OBGYN (Plus what I would…)
What vaginal health products I would buy and which ones I would avoid during Amazon Prime Day as an OBGYN.
What is Telogen effluvium?
Telogen Effluvium is a form of temporary hair loss, typically occurring a few months after a triggering event or shock to the body.
VBAC vs Repeat C-Section
Trying to decide between a VBAC vs repeat c-section? What factors go into this decision? What should we be thinking about? What’s best?
Toxic shock syndrome
Your risk of getting toxic shock syndrome from tampon use is extremely low. Half of all TSS cases are not related to menses or tampons.
3 vaginal products I avoid as a gynecologist
Scented or fragrance pads or tampons, wet wipes and boric acid suppositories are three products, as an OBGYN, I would never ever use.
Bartholin’s Gland: What the heck is it?
Every woman has 2 Bartholin’s Glands that are located on either side of the bottom of the opening of the vagina. The glands secrete a small amount of natural fluid that prevents the vulva from getting too dry.
White Coat Confessions – Do as I say, not as I do
Rules that I preach to patients, but completely break myself. For instance, I love carbs and I scroll too long in bed! Let’s have some fun!
Mental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness month so let’s discuss postpartum depression (PPD). 1 in 5 women suffer from PPD.