9 episodes

Partum the Interruption shares the tough and honest discussions that take place daily on labor and delivery between physicians, patients, and the entire multidisciplinary team. Podcast host Dr. M is a board-certified Obstetric Anesthesiologist, and passionate about maternal and neonatal wellness during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Whether you’re interested in clinical topics and the latest evidence-based medicine on L&D, or want to hear about unique labor and delivery experiences, there is sure to be an episode for you!

Partum the Interruption SafePartum

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 21 Ratings

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Partum the Interruption shares the tough and honest discussions that take place daily on labor and delivery between physicians, patients, and the entire multidisciplinary team. Podcast host Dr. M is a board-certified Obstetric Anesthesiologist, and passionate about maternal and neonatal wellness during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Whether you’re interested in clinical topics and the latest evidence-based medicine on L&D, or want to hear about unique labor and delivery experiences, there is sure to be an episode for you!

Listen on Apple Podcasts
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    What To Do if You Are Sued

    What To Do if You Are Sued

    SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material visit https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com.

    In this episode, birth injury attorney Marlie Willer gives listeners the inside perspective on how medical malpractice suits proceed in obstetric cases. Founder of Liro Willer Law and host of “Birthing Better Laws: Are you Informed Podcast Series”, Marlie is a birth injury law expert. Listen as she provides valuable information for L&D practitioners on what to do if you are involved in a perinatal lawsuit!

    Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!

    The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.

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    • 1 hr 5 min
    "I can't breathe": Anya's Story

    "I can't breathe": Anya's Story

    SafePartum provides high yield educational resources on topics related to pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. For more educational material, visit: https://safepartum-academy.teachable.com

    In this episode, Anya recounts the frightening experience of having a total spinal during the delivery of her daughter in 2022, and the consequences of that event on her postpartum recovery. Tune in to hear Anya and Dr. M talk about high and total spinals, missed opportunities, and ways to improve safety and communication on L&D!A high or total spinal blockade is one of the most feared anesthetic complications for providers on L&D. High or total spinal epidural blockade occurs when local anesthetic spreads too high within the neuraxial space and causes a variety of symptoms such as difficulty breathing, arm and upper body weakness, respiratory depression and even hemodynamic collapse. Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)

    • 37 min
    You Break It, You Buy It: Post Dural Puncture Headaches

    You Break It, You Buy It: Post Dural Puncture Headaches

    Anyone who works on L&D or postpartum knows how debilitating a post dural puncture headache can be. But did you know PDPH is not the only cause of postpartum headache?  
    In this episode, Dr. M and Dr. Bhat systematically discuss the assessment, diagnostic criteria, and evidence to support treatment options for PDPH. Treatment options discussed are:
    - Conservative Management (IVF, caffeine, analgesics)
    - Abdominal Binders
    - Cosyntropin
    - Neostigmine/Atropine
    - Sphenopalatine & Greater Occipital Nerve Blocks
    - Intrathecal  Morphine
    - Intrathecal Catheters
    - Epidural Blood Patch
    Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!
    The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.
    Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)

    • 49 min
    What To Do When You Get a Wet Tap

    What To Do When You Get a Wet Tap

    A wet tap or inadvertent dural puncture is one of the most disheartening and challenging complications for an anesthesiologist to manage. Do you try again? Thread an intrathecal catheter? Is a subsequent CSE or DPE safe? How do you tell the the patient?

    Listen to OB Anesthesiologists Dr. Amy Lee and Dr. M share their wet tap experiences and discuss the management options immediately following this common complication. 

    Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!

    The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.

    Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)

    • 22 min
    When the block's not hot: Troubleshooting a failing epidural

    When the block's not hot: Troubleshooting a failing epidural

    Epidural failure is a common but frustrating challenge in obstetric anesthesia. In this episode, Dr. M & Vishal discuss management of a patient who is experiencing an inadequate epidural during labor. Learn how to assess patients with questionable epidural function, get quick answers, and fix the problem.

    Topics Covered:


    Risk factors for epidural failure 
    Rapid diagnosis of poorly functioning epidurals
    Management options in a failing epidural
    The relationship between stage of labor & pain distribution

    Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!

    The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.

    Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)

    • 32 min
    When it really might be Anesthesia's fault: Pain During Cesarean Delivery

    When it really might be Anesthesia's fault: Pain During Cesarean Delivery

    Cesarean deliveries are commonly performed under neuraxial anesthesia, allowing the patient to remain awake and experience the birth of their child. This practice, when done well, is one of the great successes of modern medicine. Less commonly discussed are the long term psychological consequences when a patient experiences pain during a c section, especially when she isn't believed.

    Dr. M and former SOAP President Dr. Ruthi Landau discuss the role of the OB Anesthesiologist in cases of inadequate neuraxial blockade in patients undergoing cesarean delivery.

    Topics covered:


    Birth trauma & psychological effects of pain during cesarean delivery 
    Pain vs Pressure 
    Ways to optimize your neuraxial block 
    Knowing when to convert to general anesthesia
    Following up with patients after a difficult cesarean delivery

    Follow us on IG or Twitter @SafePartum and learn more at SafePartum.com!

    The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials reflects our opinions and should not be considered medical advice for the treatment of any medical condition in yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues you may be having. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast and affiliated materials. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast and affiliated materials. The content in this podcast and its affiliated materials should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. Under no circumstances shall Dr. M, SafePartum LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast or its affiliated materials, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of SafePartum LLC be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or its affiliated materials.

    Music provided by 2TECH-AUDIO (https://www.free-stock-music.com/artist.2tech-audio.html)

    • 44 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
21 Ratings

21 Ratings

hcdrugc ,

Amazing content, practical advice!

This is the first time I have taken the time to leave a podcast a review-it’s that good! So excited for them to continue developing content! Organized presentation, great practical advice from people that know their stuff! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom/experience!

VishyD3 ,

Incredible podcast!

A truly great listen and incredibly informational! Love the way the material is presented and great conversation! Thrilled to have discovered this podcast, it’s super easy and fun to listen to! Highly recommend!!

Mara Ulin ,

My go to podcast

Dr M’s podcast is outstanding!! Her podcast is the perfect balance between giving you and example and guiding you through the subject! Love it !

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