General, Physicians, Students, Uncategorized
This reflection and summary of a research article was written by a future physician as part of a Georgetown University elective on fertility awareness. It highlights practical applications of charting the female cycle, a powerful tool underused by physicians and patients alike.
General, Physicians, Students, Uncategorized
Our interview series continues as a second year Georgetown medical student catches up with a practicing OB/Gyn physician who not only offers patients the option of using FABMs but is also herself a user of FABMs for family planning. Her personal and professional experience with FABMs provides a unique perspective for medical professionals in training and in practice as well as patients.
Advocacy, FABM Effectiveness, Physicians
By Amaryllis Sánchez Wohlever, MD (with guest author, Luis Garcia, MD) February 20, 2018 As physicians, we learn the importance of “informed consent” early on. Using the latest evidence-based information, we educate men and women daily and help support them to make...
Educational Opportunities, FACTS, Physicians, Students
Why don’t more doctors teach their patients about FABMs? What are the biggest barriers for women learning to chart? A doctor answers these questions and more. by Alison Contreras, PhD Time and time again, the same questions come up after we give our FACTS Intro...
FACTS, Health, Physicians, Primary Health Care, Uncategorized
by Amylynn Smith In the Spring of 2011, after numerous blood tests and countless doctors visits, my nurse practitioner looked at me and said, “I don’t know why you aren’t getting your period. I know you may not want to take birth control pills again but at this point...
Educational Opportunities, FACTS, Physicians, Students
We wanted to share about two FABM training opportunities for those wanting to learn how to teach the Billings method of fertility awareness. Keep reading for more information about how to get this training if you are a physician or a medical student! What is the...
