Texas and a career in family planning
Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in the following blog post do not reflect the views of Baylor College of Medicine, Planned Parenthood, the Society of
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obstetrics and gynecology
The path to gynecologic oncology: Q&A with Dr. Tracilyn Hall
Editor’s note: This is the fourth in a series of Progress Notes posts featuring Baylor College of Medicine students interviewing physicians and faculty members in
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Growing Up Baylor: Dr. Anitra Beasley
Imagine studying, training and eventually working at the same institution during the span of your career. A special group of physicians, faculty members, researchers and
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Know your risk for ovarian cancer
While ovarian cancer is considered to be a relatively rare disease, it is also the most lethal gynecologic cancer, causing more deaths than any other
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What is polycystic ovary syndrome?
Although thousands of women in the United States are diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) every year, the disorder and its symptoms are still widely
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Little-known condition potentially fatal to pregnant women
Maternal mortality is alarmingly high in the United States, including in Texas. In fact, a woman’s chance of dying during or after childbirth is much
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Healthy Habits: Home-cooked meals, weight training keep Dr. Helen Dunnington fit
Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find
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Doctor and medical school graduate share special bond
Sonny Nguyen’s mother always told him stories of the kind doctor who delivered him. She affectionately referred to him as “Dr. Michael” and would talk
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What you need to know about the well woman exam
When it comes to taking care of your health, both men and women share many common concerns – such as maintaining a healthy weight and
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Cervical Cancer: What you should know
Did you know that approximately 12,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year? According to the Centers for Disease Control,
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