Davidson 32. Maternal Medicine

Maternal medicine focuses on care during physiological change, where normal adaptation can tip into pathology. This chapter explores medical disorders in pregnancy and their implications for both parent and fetus.In this audio deep dive, we examine cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, and autoimmune conditions modified by pregnancy. You’ll hear how risk assessment, multidisciplinary care, and timing guide decision-making.This chapter reframes maternal medicine as anticipatory — balancing protection, progression, and partnership over time. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmanaankarray.substack.com/subscribe