Laura Mercer

(she/her) MD, MBA, MPH, ob/gyn & educator, committed to advocating for comprehensive repro health, equity, diversity, justice; views are my own & not med advice

[Michal Tal, PhD @ImmunoFever]

There is a human tissue that builds itself up and breaks itself down every ~28 days using non-scarring wound healing and instead of studying that and learning everything we can about it we think it's gross and look for other less relevant models to understand wound healing.

[Dr. Kristin Lyerly @drkristinlyerly]

Nearly half of rural hospitals across the US no longer offer obstetrical care.

Political interference in our personal healthcare decisions is worsening this crisis.

[Rodrigo Gerardo, M.D. 🟧 @RodGerardo]

One of my favorite attendings from med school gave me advice that I still think about to this day. Over the past 5 years of residency, I've adjusted some items to be more applicable to a surgery resident so here is a 🧵of Dr. Touss' 5 rules of 💩 (w/ surgical modification) ...

[ACOG @acog]

#RSV is a common respiratory virus, especially risky for infants and older adults. New ACOG guidance recommends maternal RSV vaccination from September to January for pregnant individuals from 32 to 36 weeks of gestation. Read our Practice Advisory: https://t.co/f50wnP5xmo

[Gabriel Bosslet @gbosslet]

Medicine is a relational specialty, not a transactional one

I think this is the problem most of us have with those who act as though we are making widgets or something and want us just to make more widgets faster

[@prh.org @prhdocs]

Abortion ban exceptions for "medical emergencies" fail so many people needing timely care. The wonky legal language is intentionally confusing to navigate. It's not applicable to the way medicine works.

People should be able to access abortions they need, regardless of reason.

[ACOG @acog]

ACOG’s updated clinical guidelines cover hepatitis B and C screening, hepatitis B and C management, hepatitis A and B vaccinations during pregnancy, and more. Access the complete guidance and patient resources for insights into prevention and screening: https://t.co/ftH1TE3eAx

[ACOG @acog]

On the final day of the ACOG Virtual Residency Showcase, #medicalstudents can check #ACOGResWeek2023 and #ACOGMedStudent2023 to view interprofessional and institutional spotlights from #obgynresidency programs. We hope you’ll see the program for you! 😊

[Guttmacher Institute @Guttmacher]

🚨 NEW: #Indiana's total abortion ban is now officially in effect.

While access to care was already limited, this ban is a devastating blow to Hoosiers’ bodily autonomy.

Our abortion policy map is up to date, with Indiana moving to Most Restrictive.

https://t.co/mQ1cnvDeES

[ACOG @acog]

The ACOG Virtual Residency Showcase kicks off today with resident spotlights! 😁
We encourage #medicalstudents to use #ACOGResWeek2023 and #ACOGMedStudent2023 on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram all week to learn about #obgynresidency programs and find a potential match.

[AJOG @AJOG_thegray]

AJOG Expert Review in Labor: A critical evaluation of the external and internal maneuvers for resolution of shoulder dystocia - McRoberts maneuver https://t.co/ids2usdJg2

[Julia Switzer, MD (she/her) @jswitzermd]

Hi #obgynmatch applicants! Please join us @JEFFObGyn to learn more about training @TJUHospital #match2024

[ACOG @acog]

The decision in Dobbs v. Jackson not only jeopardized patient health but also threw the future of Americans’ health and the ob-gyn profession into turmoil. Bans on abortion care and education are already harming medical students, residents, and physicians. 1/2

[ACOG Action @ACOGAction]

Mifepristone is safe and effective for its FDA-approved use for medication abortion and miscarriage management up to 10 weeks of gestation. It’s safe and effective when used as directed by telemedicine and when prescribed by qualified advanced practice clinicians. 1/3

[Arizona Attorney General's Office @arizonaago]

NEW: The AGO Reproductive Rights Unit is releasing data privacy guidance for individuals seeking reproductive health care now or in the future. View the guidance: https://t.co/pDOZB3XeKI

[ACOG @acog]

Is your #obgynresidency program looking to engage with #medicalstudents? #ACOGResWeek2023 is for you! Join us August 21–25 here and on Instagram to reach medical students considering ob-gyn residencies. Learn more about this event and RSVP to participate: https://t.co/6hRKF2lYkC

[Maya Hammoud, MD,MBA (opinions are my own) @Maya_Michigan]

Super excited about our #OBGYN residency application to be launched in 24-25! Thanks to all the collaborative work of our #MedEd community, we will be able to offer applicants state of the art application that is user friendly, mobile-first, and will allow program directors for holistic review. More importantly, we will be reducing the costs to applicants! Below is the timeline of implementation with programs. Soon, we will be releasing a similar timeline for applicants and advisors!
Please note:
1) OBGYN will still be using ERAS this coming cycle 23-24
2) OBGYN will still be using the @TheNRMP Matching service now and in the future with the new application
3) This does not affect couple's matching
4) This platform will provide valuable data and insight which will further support collaborative efforts

Check out a video preview of the application here https://t.co/cnHnu6m5eB

[Camille A. Clare MD MPH @cclareMDMPH]

We need the help of all in continuing to advocate for Medicaid expansion for 12 months postpartum in all 50 states. States with some of the highest levels of mortality and morbidity do not have Medicaid expansion for 12 mo postpartum. https://t.co/mq7osAmolp

[Jack Resneck MD @JackResneckMD]

RECKLESS to punish docs for supporting health access. @AmerMedicalAssn sent our ethics leader to testify on Dr. Bernard's behalf. She had an obligation to speak out on threat to abortion care, followed reporting rules, and did NOT violate privacy laws https://t.co/OfscRRs8X6

[AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @AZAGMayes]

I want to assure Arizonans that legal access to mifepristone remains available for providers and patients in this state, despite Friday evening's troubling and unfounded ruling in Texas which seeks to undo the FDA's approval of the drug 23 years ago.

Here's why. ⬇️