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Bowel Sounds Ep. 17: Hilary Michel – Addressing Women’s Health in IBD

In this episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Dr. Jenn Lee and Dr. Peter Lu  talk with Dr. Hilary Michel, pediatric gastroenterologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH about women's health in IBD. 

Learning objectives

  • Identify the impact of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) on key stages of female reproductive health, including puberty, menstruation, fertility, and pregnancy.
  • Discuss the considerations and clinical decision-making involved in contraceptive counseling and bone health in female patients with IBD.
  • Apply patient-centered strategies for addressing psychosocial concerns, fertility, and reproductive planning in adolescent and young adult females with IBD.

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