Hello,

Happy end of July! The summer is moving fast. I want to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Cos Van de Ven for his 17 years of service as the Maternal Fetal Medicine Division Chief. Next week we will be welcoming Dr. Molly Stout as the new MFM Director. Fortunately, Cos will only be stepping down from this role and will be staying on as an MPLAN lead for labor and delivery and as a valuable clinician, surgeon, and educator.
Look at what 17 years as Division Director can do to you!
So much has changed and grown under Cos' leadership. The MFM Division has doubled in size, our high-risk service has grown and flourished, the Fetal Diagnostic Center and Fetal Therapy Programs were created, and our MFM Fellowship has flourished. Additionally, our delivery volume has doubled and with his guidance, we successfully moved to the new Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital.
Thank you, Cos for your leadership and steadfast dedication to caring for our sickest mothers.

Please join us next Thursday, August 6th at 1 pm on L and D in room 9-620 for refreshments and a ceremony to thank Cos and welcome Molly.
Best,

Dee E. Fenner, MD
New Article on Diversity Equity & Inclusion within the Michigan Medicine Department of OBGYN Published in AJOG
In their new article, " Galvanizing for the Future: A Bottom-up Departmental Approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion," Dr. Okeoma Mmeje, MPH, Erin Price, MPH, Dr. Timothy R.B. Johnson, and Dr. Dee E. Fenner, reflect on the DE&I efforts of the Department of OBGYN and present a road map for preparing academic OBGYN departments to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. McLean featured in The ASCO Post
Dr. Karen McLean, PhD , provided an expert point of view on the TROPHIMMUN Trial, a new treatment approach for gestational trophoblastic tumors in patients who have not responded to first-line chemotherapy, for The ASCO Post .
New Article by Dr. Owens in Harm Reduction Journal
In the first publication from her current research, Dr. Lauren Owens finds that integrating reproductive health care into a national syringe program's clinical services is feasible and can be a source of low-barrier preventive care for women unable to seek gynecologic care elsewhere.
New Article by Dr. Mmeje and Team in Journal of Adolescent Health
A new commentary by Drs. Okeoma Mmeje, MPH, Jenell S. Coleman, MPH, and Tammy Chang, MPH, MS, explores the unintended consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents.
Virtual Research Support from Taubman Health Sciences
Conducting research while working from home? LaTeesa James, MLIS, Taubman Health Sciences Informationist for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, can help connect our faculty, residents, and fellows to the variety of health information resources available at the University of Michigan.

In addition to her expertise in Taubman's many specialized databases, thousands of electronic journals, mobile resources, and information management tools, Lateesa can offer a range of training opportunities, including online consultations and help with accessing library resources while off campus.
Thank You to Our Departing Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty
Thank you for your dedication to our Michigan Medicine patients and good luck on your future endeavors!
Drs. Lozier and Yost Recognized by the UMMS Learning Environment Taskforce (LETF)
The University of Michigan Medical School Learning Environment Task Force is a student group dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment. The nominating students shared the following comments about the impact Drs. Lozier and Yost had on their learning experience:
“Ann was extremely helpful and supportive in our labor and delivery shifts together. She did a great job of assessing my knowledge without making me feel like I was put on the spot. We did a lot of teaching in the boardroom during downtime, and she was endlessly enthusiastic about teaching obstetrical topics. She really made me feel welcome and like I was an important member of the L&D team.”
“Dr. Yost ... went out of his way to make me feel comfortable on the team. Whether that be engaging me during rounds, explaining clinical reasoning that wasn't apparent to an M2, to being aware of confused expressions on medical students' faces. I felt comfortable asking him questions and he did such a great job of explaining complex oncology procedures. I wish I was able to work with him more as I benefited greatly from the little bit of time that I worked with him. He does a great job of making the medical students feel valued and engaging them in whatever work is being done."
Thank you Drs. Lozier and Yost for all of your efforts!
MyTip Faculty Competition Season 6 Champion!: Dr. Owens
The Obstetrics & Gynecology Faculty at University of Michigan have a new MyTip participation champion! Congratulations to Dr. Lauren Owens!

The myTIPreport app was designed to facilitate real-time, on-site feedback between teachers and learners. Learners can view feedback and track progress on ACGME milestones and procedural skills via phone apps or web browser. The app is easy to use and provides meaningful information for the residents, the PD and APD, and the Clinical Competency Committee.

So far for this season (7/5-8/16) Dr. Diana Curran is in the lead with Dr. Danica Aquino right on her heels!

Thank you Drs. Owens, Curran, and Aquino for your hard work in furthering medical education!
Congratulations, Dr. Schon!
Dr. Samantha Schon has been promoted from Clinical Lecturer to Assistant Professor.
Welcome, Dr. Stout!
Dr. Molly Stout, MSCI will be joining the Michigan Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology as the new Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) on August 3rd, 2020.

Dr. Stout comes to us from Washington University, where she served as interim chief of MFM and associate fellowship director.

Her research focuses on the role of the vaginal microbiome and the maternal response related to preterm birth and novel cervical imaging for early detection of preterm birth. Dr. Stout's research is funded through the NIH, the March of Dimes, and industry.
New Fellows and Advanced Trainees:
ACGME Fellows:
  • Dr. Ajleeta Sangtani, Maternal Fetal Medicine
  • Dr. Whitney Horner, Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Dr. Amanda Schwartz, Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
  • Dr. Alli Straubhar, Gynecologic Oncology 

Non-ACGME Advanced Trainees:
  • Dr. Alison Lutz, Complex Family Planning
  • Dr. Ashley Hesson, PhD, OB Cardiology
  • Dr. Olivia Winfrey, MPH, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
  • Dr. Gabrielle Whitmore, Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Dr. Versha Pleasant, Cancer Genetics and Breast Health
  • Dr. Lauren Abdul-Majeed, MPH, Women’s Health
Save the Date!: 2021 OBGYN Department Picnic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the 2020 OBGYN Department picnic has been cancelled.

Don't worry - our celebration next year will be even bigger and better to make up for the fun we missed out on this year!

The 2021 OBGYN Department Picnic will take place on August 7th, 2021!
Live-Stream Exercise and Relaxation Classes
Faculty and staff can join live-stream MHealthy exercise and relaxation class Monday – Friday on the University of Michigan Workplace! View class schedule and learn how to participate.
Guided Mediation by Dr. Anderson
Dr. Frank Anderson, MPH, in partnership with the OBGYN Department Wellness Committee, led our faculty and staff through a 60-minute guided meditation this week.

Missed the Guided Mediation?
Anti-Racism Primer: What Can I Do?
The Office of Faculty Development is offering an anti-racism primer, “Anti-Racism Crash Course – What Can I Do?” for UM faculty and staff.

Individuals can participate in two ways: a quick start self-guided course or an email subscription cohort.

This content is available at no cost for U-M faculty and staff on the Ann Arbor, Flint, Dearborn campuses and Michigan Medicine.
Celebrating the OBGYN Department's Newest Arrivals!
Congratulations to Dr. Sara Till and her family on the arrival of their new son, Owen Michael Schrepf, born July 5, 2020!
And congratulations to Alex Kamer, Assistant Director of Development, Women’s Health, C.S. Mott Children's and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospitals, and her family, on the arrival of Crosby Frederick Kamer on July 9th, 2020!

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