PREGNANCY QUESTIONS ANSWERED!  Did you know that the premature birth rate is 10% in the United States, and of that approximately 50% are what we call spontaneous preterm births?   Take the time to learn some quick facts and important questions to ask your provider if you have had a prior spontaneous preterm birth from a board certified OB/GYN and High Risk Pregnancy Doctor.

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EPISODE 34: The First of Two Birth Stories
Join me as I visit with Alayna about her teen pregnancy, how she experienced a rare complication called pubic symphysis diastasis, and how she advocated to be heard. 
Guest: Alayna Ford

Helpful Links:
NIH Article on Pubic Symphysis Diastasis https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8198205/
Learn Pelvic Floor Workouts with The Vagina Whisperer (Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist) https://thevagwhisperer.com/
American Physical Therapy Association https://www.apta.org/

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EPISODE 33: 
Pregnancy Basics Every Mom-to-Be (and Provider) Should Know | Dr. Lexi Hill & Dr. Sarah Pachtman, MD, FACOG (MFM Specialists)

Today I’m joined by Dr. Sarah Pachtman, MD, FACOG, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, for a rapid-fire round of pregnancy questions. From due dates to ultrasounds, fetal heart rates to genetic testing, we’re breaking down the confusing stuff into simple terms so you can feel confident advocating for yourself (or your patients).

We’ll cover:
- How doctors determine your due date
- When ultrasounds really matter (and why dates can change)
- What’s considered a preterm delivery
- Normal fetal heart rates
- Amniotic fluid (yes, it’s baby pee!)
- Genetic carrier screening and why it matters
- Pregnancy myths in a rapid true/false round

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In this episode of The Doctor Lexi Show, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Pachtman, MD, FACOG (Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist) to talk about:

• Growing up with medicine in the family
• The long training journey from college to fellowship
• The reality of board exams
• What it’s like to balance motherhood, career, and burnout in medicine
• Why saying “no” can actually make you a better doctor, parent, and person

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Video Title: The Reality of Becoming a High-Risk Pregnancy Doctor | Dr. Lexi Hill & Dr. Sarah Pachtman

Description/Caption: What does it really take to become a maternal-fetal medicine specialist? Spoiler: it’s a lot more than Grey’s Anatomy shows you.

If you’re curious about high-risk pregnancy care, the training behind it, or just want to hear a refreshingly honest doctor-to-doctor conversation, you’ll love this episode.

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EPISODE 31:
In this episode I sit down with Dr. Sarah Pachtman (MFM Specialist and patient advocate) to talk about:

• The truth surrounding COVID vaccines in pregnancy
• Why pregnant patients are more vulnerable to infections
• How misinformation spreads and how to fight it
• The reality of burnout in medicine and learning the power of “no”
• Advocating for yourself during pregnancy and beyond

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EPISODE 30:
I’ve been seeing cardiologists since I was 14 years old. Back then, I passed out so often that doctors told me to drink pickle juice, tested me for pregnancy, or dismissed me as “anxious.” What they didn’t do was check my heart.

Eventually, I was diagnosed with non-ischemic cardiomyopathy. Living with a chronic heart condition has shaped not only my daily life, but also the way I practice medicine today as a maternal-fetal medicine specialist.

In this episode, I share:
- My journey from teenage patient to physician with a diagnosis
- The stigma and disbelief women and young patients face in healthcare
- How I advocate for myself (and teach my patients to do the same)
- The lifestyle changes that keep me healthy
- Why choosing not to become pregnant was the right choice for me
- Why your doctor doesn’t have to “live your exact experience” to take great care of you

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PREGNANCY QUESTIONS ANSWERED!  Curious what the finding of urinary tract dilation (also known as pyelectasis) means during your ultrasound? Take the time to learn more about this soft marker, and how to ask the appropriate questions to your provider, from a board certified OB/GYN and High Risk Pregnancy Doctor.

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UTD ADVOCACY ASSISTANT HANDOUT
WHAT IS A SOFT MARKER HANDOUT
EVALUATING RISKS OF DOWN SYNDROME DURING PREGNANCY
13 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR OB PROVIDER

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PRENATAL GENETIC SCREENING DEFINITIONS AND FAQS

PREGNANCY QUESTIONS ANSWERED!  Curious what the finding of an echogenic intracardiac focus (EIF) means during your ultrasound? Take the time to learn more about the soft marker called an EIF, and how to ask the appropriate questions to your provider, from a board certified OB/GYN and High Risk Pregnancy Doctor.

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EIF ADVOCACY ASSISTANT HANDOUT
WHAT IS A SOFT MARKER HANDOUT
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PRENATAL GENETIC SCREENING DEFINITIONS AND FAQS

EPISODE 29:
Join me as I dive into the world of menopause, perimenopause, hormones, and health care advocacy with OB/GYN and menopause specialist Dr. Mary Claire Haver.
Guest: Mary Claire Haver, MD

Join Dr. Lexi Hill, a board certified OB/GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist, as she discusses women's health related topics with various guests and ways in which to self-advocate for a happy and healthy journey.

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PREGNANCY QUESTIONS ANSWERED!  The most important ultrasound during a pregnancy is the 20 week anatomy ultrasound. What exactly are they looking for during that ultrasound? If there is something noted called a "soft marker", what exactly does that mean? Take the time to learn more about soft markers and how best to talk to your provider about them from a board certified OB/GYN and High Risk Pregnancy Doctor.

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WHAT IS A SOFT MARKER HANDOUT
EVALUATING RISKS OF DOWN SYNDROME DURING PREGNANCY
13 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR OB PROVIDER

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PRENATAL GENETIC SCREENING DEFINITIONS AND FAQS