Suzanne and Stephanie discuss the clinical presentation and diagnosis of pulmonary edema, including how to differentiate between cardiogenic and noncardiogenic pulmonary edema. They also address assessment of the pregnant patient with hypoxemia and management of both types of pulmonary edema.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she reviews when to perform a perimortem cesarean delivery and walks through the key points in performing one. Despite these being very rare events, she has the unique experience of having performed quite a few of these in her career.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In her straightforward style, she reviews the physiology of cardiac output and helps the listener understand the pathophysiology of peripartum cardiomyopathy.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. This podcast walks you through a case study in preeclampsia to help you gain a better understanding of how and why things can go wrong.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she explains why Mitral Stenosis can be a serious condition in pregnancy and will help you understand the key principles of caring for a pregnant woman with Mitral Stenosis.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics.  Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) doesn't have to be intimidating - listen in as Dr. Martin demystifies DKA pathophysiology and management principles.

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this episode, she shares insight on the common simulation mistakes gleaned from her extensive experience.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode, she simplifies the concepts of massive transfusion and explains the consequences of the lethal triad in a hemorrhaging patient.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode, she explains the pathophysiology of disseminated intravascular coagulopathy in a hemorrhaging patient. Dr. Martin takes a complex topic and makes it easy to understand and apply directly to patient care.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. This podcast makes understanding the hemodynamic changes and physiologic responses to hemorrhage straightforward. You will have a new appreciation for the value of vital signs after listening!

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this podcast she discusses essential Team Skills and their impact in a clinical environment.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this podcast she will review the pathophysiology of sepsis, making it easy to understand.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she explains indications for intubating a patient with a straightforward, easy to understand approach.

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this podcast she explains key points necessary for effective communication in a healthcare setting.

Suzanne McMurtry Baird DNP, RN discusses the Maternal Levels of Care. She will break down what they are and the potential impact on maternal outcomes.