We dive deep into the relationship between HPV and cervical cancer and identify when and how to screen women with tips from Dr. Karen Smith-McCune (UCSF), Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology! We review common cytology findings, screening guidelines, and basic indications for HPV vaccination.

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Credits

Producer: Molly Heublein MD
Writer: Elena Gibson MD and Molly Heublein MD
Infographic: Beth Garbitelli MS2
Cover Art: Kate Grant MBChB DipGUMed
Hosts: Molly Heublein MD; Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Editor: Emi Okamoto MD; Matthew Watto MD, FACP
Guest: Karen K. Smith-McCune MD, PhD

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#175 Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV

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