What happens at every prenatal visit – and what changes as the pregnancy progresses? This episode covers the routine assessments performed at every appointment, plus the key milestones and screenings organized by gestational age from 20 weeks through delivery.

Show Outline:

Every Visit – Doptones, fundal height, vitals. Four questions: vaginal bleeding, contractions, leaking fluid, fetal movement.
By Gestational Age
- 20wks – Get and review anatomy ultrasound
- 24wks – Order glucola, CBC (check for anemia), discuss normal growing pains
- 28wks – Tdap and RhoGAM if needed, discuss kick counts
- 32wks – Discuss birth control method, sign tubal papers if needed, discuss TOLAC if needed
- 36wks – GBS screening, birth expectations, ultrasound for position
- 38–40wks – Vaginal exam, “sweep membranes”

About the Speaker:

Jennifer Doorey, MD, MS – Academic Ob/Gyn at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. As the founder of MedReady, Dr. Doorey seeks to advance clinical medical education by developing resources for medical students and clinical educators.

Procedure Ready: Ob/Gyn is a podcast aimed at medical, PA, and NP students entering their clinical rotation in Ob/Gyn. The views expressed are the speaker's own and do not constitute medical advice.

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