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The MacDonald Obstetric Medicine Society (the UK obstetric medicine society) aims to support clinicians across all disciplines to improve pregnancy outcomes for mothers and pregnant people with medical problems.
Thank you all for joining us at MOMS Edinburgh 2025!
A fantastic meeting full of new colleagues, new friends, and collaboration across borders. The horizon looks bright for obstetric medicine!
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#MOMS2025 #ObstetricMedicine #MedEd #Collaboration #BrightFuture
December 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Dr Claire Carson discussing challenges in measuring maternal medicine outcomes,and how this holds back care for women with complex pregnancy. Data gaps and inconsistent definitions ➡️difficult tracking of outcomes. Improving measurement is essential for safer, more equitable maternity care.
December 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Prof Neeraj Dhaun speaking on autoimmune disease: risk, resilience and renal protection. What to do with difficult cases?
December 10, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Dr Arlene Wise speaking on building bridges in maternal critical care-emphasising the essential continuum from obstetric wards to ITU and obstetric HDU.
#MaternalCriticalCare #ObstetricHDU #MaternalMedicine #MaternityCare #CriticalCare #WomensHealth #MOMS2025
December 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Fantastic abstracts from MOMS2025 in Edinburgh are now available - showcasing innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge work in maternal medicine. Read them here:
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December 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Starting off the afternoon with Dr Niki Walker: Managing Complex Cardiac Conditions in Pregnancy -Where Are We in 2025? A stark reminder of the growing prevalence of cardiovascular disease and its impact on maternal health.
#MaternalCardiology #CVD #MaternalHealth #MaternityCare #WomensHealth
December 10, 2025 at 1:57 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Rema Ramakrishnan:
Developing a prognostic model for pulmonary embolism in pregnancy and the perinatal period: a secondary analysis of a national dataset
December 10, 2025 at 12:46 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Mathias Lorbeer: Azathioprine and cholestasis in pregnancy - case series and response to the 2025 MHRA Drug safety Update
December 10, 2025 at 12:36 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Henna Patel: Rituximab use in pregnancy: a case series
December 10, 2025 at 12:29 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Amy Downes - Preconception lung function and pregnancy outcomes among females with cystic fibrosis (fwCF) in the CF-transmembrane confuctance regulator modulator (CFTRm) era
December 10, 2025 at 12:17 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Melanie Nana: Hyperemesis gravidarum: Ethnicity and Nutrient Status
December 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
#momsedinburgh2025 Oral abstract sessions:
Dr Rebecca Lissmann - exploring long-term hepatobiliary morbidity for different ethnic groups after intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy
December 10, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Dr Brenda Kelly highlights stark disparities in health - calling on those with privilege to use it to help create truly equitable maternity care. A powerful reminder that meaningful change requires advocacy, accountability, and solidarity.
#HealthEquity #MaternalHealth #SocialJustice #EquitableCare
December 10, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Maree Aldam discussing Scotland’s Amma Birth Companions - a vital service providing compassionate, trauma-informed support for women facing vulnerable circumstances throughout pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
#AmmaBirthCompanions #MaternitySupport #TraumaInformedCare #MaternalHealth #Scotland
December 10, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Dr Gwenetta Curry, medical sociologist, highlights misinformation embedded in our historical narratives still shapes our perceptions, treatment, and responses to health issues today #MaternityCare #HealthEquity #RacialisedInequalities #MaternalHealth #SafeMaternityCare
December 10, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Dr Ian Scott- who established the National ECMO Service in Aberdeen- speaking on ECMO in pregnancy. An exceptional overview of how this highly specialist, Scotland-wide service supports the safest possible care for critically ill pregnant women.
#ECMO #MaternalMedicine #CriticalCare #ScotlandHealth
December 10, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Many crucial aspects to consider in uterine transplant-especially emergency planning. The transplanted uterus is not innervated, women cannot feel pain in the same way, making robust emergency pathways essential.
#UterineTransplant #MaternalMedicine #PatientSafety #EmergencyPlanning #WomensHealth
December 10, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Dr Charlie Frise discussing medical considerations of uterine transplant and the complex logistics of effective cross-hospital working. A vital look at how collaboration and clinical precision shape safe, equitable access to this emerging field.
#UterineTransplant #MaternalMedicine #WomensHealth
December 10, 2025 at 9:47 AM
The first living-donor uterus transplant in the UK - a remarkable milestone and a fantastic achievement in surgery and medicine. A testament to innovation, teamwork, and the transformative power of compassionate care.
#UterusTransplant #SurgicalInnovation #WomensHealth #MaternalMedicine
December 10, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Prof Richard Smith and Miss Isobel Quiroga - compassionate care in uterine transplant and crucial guidance on who to refer. An inspiring look at how advanced surgical innovation and patient-centred care can transform lives. #UterineTransplant #WomensHealth #MaternalMedicine #SurgicalInnovation
December 10, 2025 at 9:35 AM
A time of change? The New implementation of the Scottish Maternity and Neonatal task force to help tackle neglected and underfunded maternity services. It’s time for sustained investment, equity, and meaningful change. #MaternityCare #HealthEquity #MaternalHealth #ScotlandHealth #PublicHealth
December 10, 2025 at 9:27 AM
‘Prevention is better than cure’ - Scotland’s current preconception health and care collaborative working to improve health pre-pregnancy and with plans for a Long term health framework incoming next year.
December 10, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Scotland tackling the racialised health inequalities in maternity care, evidenced based and guideline driven #MaternityCare #HealthEquity #RacialisedInequalities #MaternalHealth #EvidenceBasedCare #ScotlandHealth #PublicHealth #SafeMaternityCare
December 10, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Dr Antony Nicoll- a crucial goal:⬇️ lifetime cardiovascular risk for women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. A MDT pathway is essential, combining and aligning primary and secondary care to improve long-term outcomes. #MaternalMedicine #HypertensiveDisorders #CVDPrevention #ScotlandHealth
December 10, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Firstly Dr Antony Nicoll’s: “Scottish Government Strategy for Maternal Medicine.” A vital conversation for advancing safer, more effective maternity care across Scotland.
December 10, 2025 at 9:03 AM