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The OB/GYN Resident Survival Guide

KC Miller 20 Episodes Jun 20, 2026

The OB/GYN Resident Survival Guide is a podcast hosted by Dr. KC Miller, an OBGYN physician who recently completed her residency. It provides high-yield summaries of ACOG Practice Bulletins, clinical pearls from textbooks and real-world experience, and practical tips for surviving residency and excelling on OBGYN rotations. The show is designed for OBGYN residents and medical students preparing for CREOG exams or sub-internships. Each episode aims to help listeners manage the demands of residency while building medical knowledge.

Episodes

#25: Preeclampsia Risk Factors (And When to Start Aspirin) Jun 20, 2026 282 This episode breaks down the risk factors for preeclampsia, split into high-risk and moderate-risk categories, and covers when to initiate low-dose aspirin for prevention. OB/GYN RESIDENCY BOOTCAMP Show Notes

#24: Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines: Who to Screen, When to Screen, and How Mar 29, 2026 486 A practical breakdown of cervical cancer screening guidelines for OB/GYN residents and medical students. Covers who to screen, when to start and stop, the three screening methods, and when to continue screening beyond age 65. Show Notes GUIDE

#23: Nausea & Vomiting of Pregnancy: Prevention, Management, and Something Called Neiguan's Point?? Mar 15, 2026 832 Nausea and vomiting affects 50–80% of pregnancies. This episode breaks down the full spectrum from morning sickness to hyperemesis gravidarum, including etiology, diagnostic criteria, prevention strategies, and your first- through fourth-line treatment options. Show Notes & OB/GYN Starter Pack

#22: OB/GYN Career Paths - Part 2: Generalist, Hospitalist, Locums & Per Diem Roles Explained Mar 8, 2026 967 This episode breaks down the 3 ways to practice as an OB/GYN attending—generalist, hospitalist, and locums/per diem—covering the pros and cons of each to help you plan your life after residency. Part TWO of OB/GYN Career Paths. Show Notes

#21: OB/GYN Career Paths - Part 1: The 4 Practice Models Every Resident Needs to Know Before Job Searching Mar 1, 2026 1356 This episode breaks down the 4 main employment structures for OB/GYN attendings—private practice, academic, hospital-owned, and county/city owned—covering the real pros and cons of each to help you find the right fit. Blog Join Rakuten

#20: GBS in Labor: Who Gets Antibiotics and Why Feb 20, 2026 627 A practical breakdown of GBS prophylaxis in labor, including who needs treatment, when to start antibiotics, and how to manage penicillin allergies. Covers the key rules every OB provider needs to know on Labor & Delivery. Show Notes Intern Guide

#19: Make SENSE of Prenatal Genetic Screening - cfDNA, First & Second Trimester, Sequential & Integrated Screen Feb 7, 2026 437 A clear overview of prenatal genetic screening options, including first- and second-trimester screening, sequential and integrated screening, and cell-free DNA testing. Covers timing, components, limitations, and how to counsel patients on screening vs. diagnostic testing. Show Notes

#18: OCPs Made Simple: Mechanism, Dosing Regimens, and the Difference Between Monophasic & Multiphasic Formulations Feb 1, 2026 461 A clear breakdown of combined oral contraceptives, including how they suppress ovulation, cyclic vs continuous dosing, and what actually differentiates monophasic and multiphasic formulations. Show Notes

#17: Diagnose & Manage Intraamniotic Infection (Intrapartum Edition) Jan 25, 2026 472 Learn how to recognize and manage intraamniotic infection (chorioamnionitis), including key diagnostic criteria, maternal and neonatal risks, and evidence-based antibiotic treatment. A practical overview for OB/GYN residents, interns, and medical students on Labor & Delivery. Show Notes

#16: Advanced Maternal Age: Risks & Recommendations Jan 17, 2026 387 Advanced maternal age is the new normal. This episode reviews the definition of AMA, maternal risks, fetal risks, and evidence-based counseling, screening, and management options. Show Notes & Residency Starter Pack

#15: Lessons From My First Year as an OB/GYN Attending (and passing oral boards) Jan 11, 2026 590 I passed the ABOG oral boards! To catch up, here are 4 take aways from my first year out as an OB/GYN attending (clinic, recovering from residency, oral boards and what it's like to have money). Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/attendinglessons

#14: Weight Gain In Pregnancy — What’s Recommended? May 31, 2025 288 Review the WHO BMI classification system and explore maternal weight gain guidelines for singleton and twin pregnancies. Live Training: https://subscribepage.io/interntraining Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/gestationalweightgain

#13: How to Identify & Manage a Shoulder Dystocia (and the largest baby I've ever delivered) May 24, 2025 845 Recognize and manage shoulder dystocia with step-by-step guidance on key maneuvers. Free training: https://subscribepage.io/interntraining Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/shoulderdystocia

#12: Manage Postpartum Hemorrhage Like a Pro (Part 2): Meds, Devices, and Surgical Management May 17, 2025 554 Part 2 of the PPH series covers next steps when initial interventions fail—meds, balloon tamponade and surgical options. Free training: https://subscribepage.io/interntraining Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/pphpart2

#11: Manage Postpartum Hemorrhage Like a Pro (Part 1): Prevention and Initial Management May 10, 2025 584 Learn how to recognize and manage primary (early) postpartum hemorrhage with confidence. This episode covers key definitions, risk factors, uterine atony, prevention strategies, and the first steps to take when a hemorrhage begins—all in a practical, step-by-step format. Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/pphpart1

#10: How to Classify Electronic Fetal Monitor (EFM) Patterns: Categories 1, 2 & 3 Explained May 3, 2025 573 Learn how to classify fetal heart tracings using the 3-tier EFM system. This episode breaks down what makes a tracing Category I, II, or III—and why it matters for patient care and documentation. Perfect for medical students and OB/GYN interns. Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/efmpatterns

#9: Fetal Monitoring Basics: Baseline, Variability, Accels and Decels Apr 26, 2025 786 Learn how to interpret fetal heart rate tracings with this breakdown of EFM basics. I’ll cover baseline, variability, accelerations, and all types of decelerations so you can feel confident reading fetal monitor strips on L&D. Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/fetal-monitoring-basics-baseline-variability-accelerations-decelerations

#8: Vaginal Delivery Basics: A Step-by-Step Tutorial for Your First Delivery Apr 19, 2025 689 Getting ready for your first vaginal delivery? In this episode, I walk you through exactly what to expect—from confirming dilation to delivering the placenta. I cover supplies, positioning, laceration repair, and key tips for students and interns. Show notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/vaginal-delivery-basics-a-step-by-step-tutorial-for-your-first-delivery

#7: Induction of Labor Basics: Medications, Balloons, Amniotomies…Oh My! Apr 12, 2025 713 From cervical ripening with prostaglandins and balloons, to induction with oxytocin and amniotomy, this episode provides a practical overview of the methods of labor induction. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/induction-of-labor-basics-medications-balloons-amniotomiesoh-my

#6: C-Section Basics: Surgical Steps (Fetal Delivery & Abdominal Closure) Apr 6, 2025 670 In the final episode of the C-section Basics series, I walk through fetal delivery and evidence based techniques for abdominal closure. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/cesarean-delivery-basics-fetal-delivery-and-abdominal-closure

#5: C-Section Basics: Surgical Steps (From Skin Incision to Hysterotomy) Mar 29, 2025 830 In Part 2 of the Cesarean Basics series, we walk through each surgical step of a C-section, from incision to hysterotomy. Learn evidence-based techniques, incision types, and key surgical considerations to help you master the procedure. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/cesarean-delivery-basics-surgical-steps-from-skin-incision-to-hysterotomy

#4: C-Section Basics: Setting Up For Surgery Mar 21, 2025 579 Wondering what actually happens before a C-section starts? Let's walk through the critical pre-incision steps to get you feeling more confident and prepared for your first case. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/preparing-for-a-cesarean-delivery-everything-that-happens-before-the-incision

#3: Understanding Gravidity and Parity, the “G’s & Ps” Mar 1, 2025 394 Gravidity and parity are fundamental concepts in obstetrics, yet they can be confusing at first. In this episode, I break down what these terms mean, how to correctly document a patient’s pregnancy history, and why it matters for clinical care. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/understanding-gravidity-and-parity-the-gs-amp-ps

#2: The Maternity Unit Explained: Triage, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Antepartum, OR Mar 1, 2025 364 Every maternity unit, regardless of size, has the same core areas: Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Antepartum, Triage, and the OR. In this episode, I break down what each unit is for, who gets admitted where, and what to expect when stepping onto the floor for the first time. Show Notes: https://www.drkcmiller.com/podcastvideo/the-maternity-unit-explained-triage-labor-amp-delivery-postpartum-an

#1: Who is Dr. Miller? My Path to Becoming an OB/GYN & Why I Chose This Specialty Mar 1, 2025 576 I never planned to go to medical school, let alone become an OB/GYN. My path took me from a BA in Communication Studies in Canada, to medical school in the Caribbean and then clinicals and eventually residency in the USA. In this episode, I share my journey—the obstacles, lessons, and how I got where I am today, hosting this podcast. If you're on a non-traditional path to medicine, this one’s for

Welcome to the OB/GYN Resident Survival Guide! Jan 26, 2025 52 Hello, future OB/GYN! I created this podcast with a goal to share bite-sized, straight-to-the-point clinical pearls mixed with real-life experience that you can consume on the run. Sometimes, you just need a quick win - especially on those days where long-form content feels impossible to tackle. So, if you’re a busy OB/GYN resident or medical student that wants quick, how-to content, then keep lis