October 4, 2018

The purpose of the webinar is to provide clinicians who are doing IUD placements with advanced skills to prevent and manage the uncommon complications that can occur with the placement and use of IUDs. It consists of case studies that detail the management of difficult IUD placements owing to cervical stenoisis, morbid obesity, and vasovagal syncope. Management of IUD complications, including uterine perforation, tenaculum site injuries, and post-IUD placement infection will be discussed. The work-up and management of the patient with a “missing” IUD string, including variants of malpositioned IUDs and intrauterine pregnancy with an IUD in place, are explained as well.

The following topics are covered in detail:

• Maneuvers that can be performed to improve the likelihood of successful placement in morbidly obese patients
• Techniques to avert vaso-vagal episodes and 4 sequential steps in the management of a vaso-vagal syncope
• The most common predisposing factors for uterine perforation with IUD placement
• Causes of a “missing” IUD string and how each is managed
• Management of post-IUD placement pelvic inflammatory disease

Presenter:

• Michael Policar, MD, MPH

Resources:

• Webinar Q & A – Preventing and Managing IUD Complications

August 19, 2016

Are you a Family PACT provider with patients struggling to afford health insurance? Learn more about how you can help clients apply for affordable low or no-cost health insurance options through Covered California. It is the market place where clients can shop and compare health insurance plans and even find out if they qualify for discounts for private insurance. Help make sure your clients get the coverage they need to access the care they deserve.

For more information visit:

Covered California

June 29, 2016

The Zika virus is an emerging concern for the health of women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This webinar discusses the unique role that providers play in keeping women healthy.

The following health concerns of the Zika virus are covered in detail:

• The epidemiology, transmission, and implications for women’s family planning needs for Zika virus
• Use principles of shared decision-making to counsel women at risk of Zika infection about family planning options
• Review resources for family planning clinicians about the Zika virus

Presenter:

• Dominika Seidman, MD, MAS

May 6, 2016

Learn the answers to the most commonly asked questions about emergency contraception and the science behind them.  Stay updated and learn about their effectiveness, how to get them, when to use them, and what to do afterwards for long term contraception.

Presenter:

• Michael Policar, MD, MPH

March 24, 2016

Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) have long been one of the most popular and most effective forms of contraception for women. They require little to no maintenance, women can get it inserted on the same day as their doctor’s visit, and depending on the options, are good for 3-10 years. The webinar addresses the health concerns and barriers of LARCs and how to overcome them.

The following topics are covered in detail:

• Bleeding changes associated with each LARC method
• Familiarity with use of the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use
• Testing required prior to LARC placement
• Barriers and solutions to same-day placement of LARC methods

Presenter:

• Patty Cason, RN, MS, FNP-BC

December 15, 2015

The relationship between providers and patients is important to maintain good health. Communication is a crucial factor that can affect outcomes such as preventive care, in terms of contraception options and medication adherence. This relationship is essential to providing information about diagnoses and treatment plans, as well as ensuring that patients are staying well-informed and supported.

The following topics are covered in detail:

• Evidence for shared decision making in contraceptive counseling
• Best practices for engaging in shared decision making with clients choosing a contraceptive method
• Potential provider biases that may influence contraceptive counseling and the role of shared decision making in addressing these biases
• Solutions to potential barriers to the implementation of shared decision making, including limited time in the clinical encounter

Presenter:

• Christine Dehlendorf, MD, MAS