Explore UAB

Colleges & Schools

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Heersink School of Medicine

Research Opportunities

obgyn res research

Resident Research Curriculum and Opportunities

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UAB is recognized as a leader in basic science, translational, and clinical research on a national level. This spirit of investigation and scholarly activity is fostered by the entire department. Resident research is a requirement and a part of the culture of the program. Guided by faculty mentors and sponsors, residents gain direct experience in graduate level research with the intended outcome of a clinically significant publication. This required research project culminates in a booklet of research abstracts from the PGY3 class and formal oral presentations by the PGY4 class at the annual Resident Research Day each Spring. It is not uncommon for residents to engage in multiple research projects beyond what is required by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Residents are encouraged to submit their original research to regional and national conferences and have resources and funding available through the department to aid in covering costs.

Please refer to the website for the Center for Women’s Reproductive Health for more information on UAB’s efforts to promote interdisciplinary research within the Department.

Resident Research Program Directors

Akila Subramaniam, MD, Associate Professor, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Maggie Liang, MD, Assistant Professor, Gynecologic Oncology


Student and Investigator Research Opportunities - Women's Reproductive Health/OBGYN
OB/GYN residents, fellows, or faculty with research projects who are seeking assistance from student researchers, please refer to the website for the Student and Investigator Research Opportunities for more information on our efforts to promote interdisciplinary research within the Department.


Resident Research Day Projects (2019-2020)

  • Teresa Boitano, MD – Impact of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) on gastrointestinal function in gynecologic oncology patients undergoing laparotomy
  • Natalie Bott, MD – Perinatal anxiety and mood disorders in pregnancy
  • Anna Melnikoff, MD – Timing of robotic hysterectomy after cervical excisional procedure
  • Celia O’Brien, MD – Perceptions of group prenatal care in OB/GYN residencies (best abstract award winner)
  • Lucy Sanders, MD – Decreasing opioid use in postoperative gynecologic oncology patients through a restrictive opioid prescribing algorithm
  • Aalok Sanjanwala, MD – Expectant management versus immediate delivery in women with preeclampsia with severe features
  • Monica Schointuch, MD – Patient perspective of physician counseling and factors influencing trial of labor after cesarean decision-making
  • Norris Thompson, MD – Influence of estimated fetal weight on labor management

 

Resident Research Day Awards (2019-2020)

Best PGY3 Abstract:

  • Michelle Lu, MD – Impact of a risk-based thromboprophylaxis protocol on postpartum bleeding and healthcare resource utilization

 

Recent Resident Publications