Contemporary Review of Prenatal Care, An Issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics

In this issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Sharon T. Phelan brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Prenatal Care. Prenatal care can help prevent complications and inform women about important steps they can take to protect their infant and ensure a healthy pregnancy. This issue not only provides timely updates but also touches on current issues in this fast-changing field, including social determinants of health care, health care disparities, and advocacy for the underserved pregnant patient.

Contains 15 practice-oriented topics including updates in genetic testing for the general obstetrician; updates on evaluation and treatment of common complaints in pregnancy; social determinants of health and health care disparities; updates in mental health care in the prenatal patient; health advocacy for the underserved pregnant patient; and more. 

Provides in-depth clinical reviews of prenatal care, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. 

Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.