S4E1: Congenital Syphilis: Connecting the Dots from Screening to Treatment 

S4E1: Congenital Syphilis: Connecting the Dots from Screening to Treatment 

Author: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists April 10, 2025 Duration: 45:22
Congenital syphilis is on the rise, making early detection and treatment more critical than ever. This episode equips obstetric care professionals with guidance on implementing syphilis screening, the latest updates on at-home testing, and managing infants with syphilis exposure. The conversation also explores how to collaborate with public health departments for improved syphilis diagnosis and data insights and best practices for working with the neonatal intensive care unit to manage congenital syphilis cases. Kimberly Stanford, MD, MPH, associate professor at the University of Chicago and director of HIV and sexually transmitted infection screening at the Chicago Center for HIV Elimination, and Ina Park, MD, MS, professor in the departments of family and community medicine and obstetrics and gynecology at UCSF School of Medicine and medical consultant with the CDC Division of STD Prevention, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss best practices for implementing syphilis screening.

Special commentary provided by Victoria Mobley, MD, MPH, at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health, and Christopher Golden, MD, FAAP, at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Dr. Veronica “Vero” Pimentel brings a unique and deeply personal perspective to the conversation in Labor of Love: Supporting Maternal Well-Being in a Complex World. As a practicing OB-GYN, a dedicated vaccine expert, and a mother who navigated parenting during a pandemic, she guides each discussion with both professional expertise and lived experience. This podcast moves beyond simple advice, creating a space where honest dialogue about maternal and postpartum health can flourish. Vero sits down with a range of health care professionals and specialists, unpacking everything from the critical importance of maternal immunization to other emerging and often overlooked issues affecting new parents. These conversations aim to demystify the latest research, address contemporary challenges, and highlight meaningful breakthroughs in care. Created with support from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the series offers a trusted, nuanced resource for anyone interested in the multifaceted journey of motherhood. Listeners will find a blend of science, compassion, and practical insight, all focused on supporting well-being through the profound transition into parenthood. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands the complexities of keeping both parent and child healthy in today's world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 24

Labor of Love: Supporting Maternal Well-Being in a Complex World
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