29. Perineal tears with urogynecologist, Dr Roxana Geoffrion

In this episode, I sit down with Vancouver urogynecoloist Dr. Roxana Geoffrion to discuss: OASIS (obstetrical anal sphincter injuries)what the stats tell us about perineal tearingrisk factors for perineal tearinghow are perineal tears commonly managed in hospital and on dischargehow to be proactive going into and during birthwhat follow up can new moms expectwhat signs and symptoms new moms should watch for at homeways to improve management of grade 3/4 perineal tearsBe Pelvic Health Aware campaignDr. Roxana Geoffrion is an associate professor at the University of British Columbia and has been practicing urogynecology at the Centre for Pelvic Floor at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver for the past 12 years. Dr. Geoffrion completed her medical degree at McGill University and her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Ottawa.  She then pursued subspecialty fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Calgary.  Dr. Geoffrion’s research interests include patient education and knowledge translation in the area of pelvic floor health and prevention of disease. She was recently awarded a grant from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, to build a website and initiate a social media campaign about the female pelvic floor. Since many pelvic floor issues start in pregnancy, the initial focus of the campaign was on disseminating evidence-based information on pregnancy and childbirth, and how these two life events impact pelvic health. With a group of colleagues, Dr. Geoffrion produced whiteboard animation videos in simple language, to describe various pelvic floor issues and preventative options. These can be viewed online, along with many other useful resources, at www.bepelvichealthaware.ca.  The campaign is on Instagram and Facebook.  Here is how you can find Dr Geoffrion.InstagramFacebookTwitter @Dr_R_Geoffrion. Whiteboard animation video created by Be Pelvic Health Aware to explain OASISThanks for joining me! Here is where you can find more:To make a donation to offset the cost of production click donate:Donatemy online course to walk you through pregnancy, birth prep and postpartum recovery: https://mommyberries.comI offer online 1:1 appointments to help you address the physical symptoms holding you back from living your best life. Follow me on:InstagramFacebookYouTubeSupport the show