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JOURNEY TO MOTHERHOOD Childbearing is an amazing and fulfilling experience for expecting moms and proud dads. Having a child is the fruit of love, the source of joy and happiness among parents and families. This wonderful experience comes with risk if pregnant women will not take good care of themselves and the baby in their womb. The World Health Organization have issued recommendations to improve quality of antenatal care in order to reduce the risk of stillbirths and pregnancy complications and give women a positive pregnancy experience. Adding to that, they also have mentioned that all women has the right to a positive childbirth experience that comprises of respect and dignity, a companion of choice, pain relief strategies and mobility in labor and birth position of choice.

Antenatal care is an opportunity for health providers to deliver care, support and provide information to pregnant women on topics pertaining to promoting a healthy lifestyle, providing family planning counselling and supporting women who may be experiencing intimate partner violence. Most of these complications develop during pregnancy and most are preventable or treatable. Complications and problems during pregnancy and childbirth will be detected and possibly eliminated with the proper management and treatment from skilled and experienced healthcare providers.

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Skilled care from healthcare workers before, during and after delivery can save the lives of women and newborn babies. Fortunately, UAE is one of the countries in the world where health facilities are modern and fully equipped with best technologies to cater to the needs of any individual.

The UAE has the lowest rate of maternal deaths in the region and one of the lowest in the world. – WHO 140 million women give birth every year.

- WHO

Let us take a look at the journey of being a mother -the anticipated changes her body will go through, signs and symptoms to check and tips to make pregnancy safe and healthy.

Pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks starting from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). The weeks are clustered into trimesters - First, Second and Third Trimesters.

WEEK 1 TO 12 (FIRST TRIMESTER) Hormonal changes affect majority of your body organs; these may trigger some symptoms that can be unpleasant experience for you. Good news is that most of these discomforts will go away as your pregnancy progresses. Some pregnant women do not encounter this feeling of discomfort at all. Each women is different so as to pregnancy. These symptoms include:

Tiredness

Tender and Swollen Breasts

Morning Sickness

Mood Swings

Trouble having bowel movements or constipation

Frequent Urination

Headache

Heartburn

Weight Gain or Loss

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TIPS TO COPE UP WITH THE DISCOMFORT OF FIRST TRIMESTER:

Take naps and go to bed early.

Exercise will help increase energy level. Low intensity workout such as walking can help. As your doctor more about this.

Eat frequent and in small amount. Avoid fatty, fried and spicy foods.

Do not cut back with your liquid intake. Your body needs more water, not less to sustain blood level and amniotic fluid during pregnancy.

Use soft and stretchy fabric brassiere. Avoid restrictive underwire.

If you are having persistent belly pain, nausea, vomiting, heavy bleeding and frequent constipation immediately seek your doctors opinion and help.

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WEEK 13 TO WEEK 20 (SECOND TRIMESTER) During this trimester, you will notice that the discomfort will gradually decrease. Some pregnant women say that second trimester of pregnancy is much easier than the first. More noticeable changes will begin to happen now. Your abdomen will expand as the baby continues to grow. You may have the following which are normal during this stage:

Body aches such as back, abdomen, groin and thigh pain Stretch marks Darkening of the skin around nipples A line on the skin running from belly button to pubic hairline Mask of Pregnancy or patches of darker skin usually on the cheeks, forehead, nose or upper lip.

Numbness or tingling of hands

Itching on the abdomen, palms, and soles of the feet. Notify your physician if you have nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, yellowish discoloration of the skin and fatigue combined with itching.

These can be sign of a serious liver problem.

Swelling of the ankles, fingers and face. However, seek medical attention right away if you notice any sudden or extreme swelling or if you gain weight more quickly as all these may indicate preeclampsia.

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WEEK 29 TO WEEK 40 (THIRD TRIMESTER)

Some of the same discomforts you had in your second trimester will still persist. Many women find breathing difficult and notice they have to use the washroom more often. The baby is getting bigger and it is putting more pressure on your bladder.

Some new body changes you might notice in the trimester are the following:

Heartburn

Shortness of Breath

Tender Breasts

Trouble Sleeping

Contractions – may be a sign of true or false labor The baby dropping or moving lower in the abdomen

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KICK COUNTS Must Know Count-to-10 is an easy approach to monitor your baby’s movement inside the womb. After 28 weeks, keep track of your baby’s movement. This will help you notice if your baby is moving less than normal or in distress.

HOW TO COUNT THE KICKS?

1. Count your baby’s movement in the evening - you may also find your baby to be more active between 9:00 pm and 1:00 am, as your blood sugar level is declining.

2. Find a comfortable position during a time when your baby is usually most active. Some moms prefer lying on their left sides, which they find most comfortable and most effective for monitoring their babies. Lying on your left side also allows for the best circulation which could lead to a more active baby.

3. Time how long it takes you to feel 10 kicks, flutters, swishes, or rolls. The normal is feeling at least 10 movements within 2 hours. You will likely feel 10 movements in less time than that.

4. Record the time you feel the first fetal movement, place a check mark for each movement you feel until you reach 10, and then record the time of the tenth movement. Remember to look for significant deviations from the pattern over the course of a few days.

Note: If you have followed the above recommendations and have not felt 10 movement by the end of the second hour, wait a few hours and try again.

EXAMPLE OF RECORDING KICK COUNTS February February February February

21, 22, 23, 24,

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Wednesday 9:00 pm XXXXXXXXXX 9:32 pm Total: 32 min Thursday 12:00 am XXXXXXXXXX 12:45 am Total: 45 min Friday 9:00 pm XXXXXXXXXX 10:00 pm Total: 1 hr.

Saturday 9:00 pm XXXXXXXXXX 11:15 pm Total: 2 hrs. 15 min

I should be alerted and call my doctor when any of the below situations happened: If after trying a second time, you do not feel 10 movements within 2 hours you should contact your health care provider.

If you notice a significant abnormality from the pattern over the course of 3-4 days.

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PRENATAL CARE AND TESTS

Now that you know what will happen to you when you become pregnant, it is time to learn the things you have to do to take care of you and your baby in the womb. According to the new guideline of the WHO, at least 10 visits should be done during the course of your pregnancy. The medical checkups and screening tests that keeps you and your baby healthy during pregnancy is called prenatal care. Prenatal care also involves educational and counselling about how to handle different aspects of your pregnancy. During visits with your obstetrician, the doctor may discuss many topics including healthy food, physical activity, screening tests and what to expect during labor and delivery and post-natal care.

PRENATAL CHECKUPS

Regular prenatal checkups are very important. This can keep you and your baby healthy and detect problems that need to be addressed and prevent problems during delivery. Below is the typical schedule for prenatal checkup; pregnant women who are high risk must see their doctor more frequently than usual.

Once each month for weeks four through 28 Twice a month for weeks 28 through 36 Weekly for weeks 36 to birth

Your doctor will give you an appointment to when to visit her/him during the course of your pregnancy. It is also important to follow the doctor’s advice. Take this opportunity to ask and clarify doubts with your doctor.

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FIRST PRENATAL CHECKUP During your first prenatal checkup, your doctor will perform a complete physical assessment including breast examination, pelvic exam, check your uterus and cervical exam. The doctor will also take your thorough medical history involving past and present medical condition, lifestyle, relationships and health habits.

It is very vital that at this point, you should be honest in answering your doctor. Your answers will be their basis of care, management and treatment they will provide you.

Tests to check for number of things, including:

Blood type and Rh factor

Full Blood count to check for anemia

Infections such as toxoplasmosis and sexually transmitted infections

German measles and chicken pox

Ultrasound

Other tests might be ordered based on your age, personal or family health history, ethnic background and results of the routine tests. These tests are for the purpose of screening to detect possible health problems in you or your baby. Based on the results, your physician might suggest diagnostic tests to confirm or rule out health problems in you and your baby.

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AFTER THE FIRST PRENATAL CHECKUP During your succeeding prenatal checkups, some blood tests will be ordered by your doctor to detect anemia, gestational diabetes and some infections that will harm your baby. They will also check for your blood pressure, weight, baby’s heart rate and abdomen to check your baby’s growth.

As mentioned earlier, work hand-in-hand with your doctor to manage your care. Every appointment is important. Ask questions – any doubt you have on your pregnancy. This is an exciting moment for you and your husband.

COMMON PRENATAL TEST Learning about the tests, the indication why your doctor ordered it for you and the results mean could help you cope up with any worried or fears you might have. Do not be afraid to ask your doctor. Follow each and every instruction your doctor will tell you to do so for you and your baby.

Screening tests are meant to evaluate risk. If screening tests are abnormal, it does not mean there is a problem with you and your baby. More information is needed and your doctor can explain what step to take next.

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Name of Test

Urine Tests

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

Ultrasound Exam

Glucose Tolerance Test

Group B Streptococcus

Age of Gestation

Purpose

Procedure

Can be all throughout pregancny

To detect signs of health problems such as urinary tract infection or UTI, diabetes and preeclampsia.

The doctor might send sample to laboratory for more depdth testing if necessary.

A small sample of urine is needed to perform this test.

You will collect a midstream urine in a sterile cup provided by the nurse then immediately submit once collected. Testing strip is dipped in the sample or can be looked under microscope if sent to laboratory for analysis.

10 weeks of pregnancy or later

This test analyzes the baby's DNA in the mother's blood, looking for chromosomal abnormalities including Down Syndrome.

This test involves drawing blood from the mother. The blood is then sent to the laboratory for testing.

At any point during pregnancy but standard ultrasound is done between 18 to 20 weeks.

This procedure is being done to confirm the age and check for proper growth of the fetus. Aside from that, this diagnostic text is to detect any problems with the baby’s organs and body parts.

Sound waves are used to visualize your baby on a monitor. A gel is spread in your abdomen then a special tool is moved over your tummy which will allow the doctor to view the baby on a monitor.

26 to 28 weeks

This is to diagnose gestational diabetes mellitus.

36 to 37 weeks

This test is done to look for bacteria that might cause pneumonia or serious infection in newborn.

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You cannot eat or drink 12 hours prior to blood sample collection. First, your blood will be withdrawn for fasting blood glucose then hourly blood sample collection for 3 hours after consuming a sugary drink that they have provided you.

A swab is taken from vagina and rectum to send in laboratory for analysis.

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HIGH-RISK PREGNANCY Most pregnancies go naturally from conception to delivery. However, some women may have to face the risk of an uneasy or complicated pregnancy. Pregnancies with a greater chance of complications are called high-risk. The following reasons may increase the risk of problems during pregnancy:

Getting pregnant at very young age

Getting pregnant after age of 35 years old

With previous pregnancy problems

With existing medical condition like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, infectious diseases

Multiple pregnancies

Alcohol, illegal drugs and smoking

Baby has been found to have genetic condition such as Down syndrome.

Had complications in the past pregnancy, such as:

Preterm labor

Preeclampsia or seizures (eclampsia)

having a baby with a genetic problem, such as Down syndrome

If you are taking certain medications such as Lithium, Phenytoin (such as Dilantin), Valproic Acid or Carbamazepine that might affect the baby in your womb.

WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR Do not hesitate to contact or see your doctor if something is bothering or worrying you. Below are conditions that require immediate attention that you need to report to your doctor: Bleeding or leaking fluid from your vagina Sudden or severe swelling in the face, hands and fingers Severe or long-lasting headache Pain or cramping in the lower abdomen Fever or chills Persistent nausea and vomiting Feeling of discomfort, pain or burning with urination Dizziness Baby is moving less than normal after 28 weeks of pregnancy. If you count less than 10 movements within 2 hours.

Have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby.

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PRACTICAL TIPS TO BE HEALTHY AND SAFE DURING PREGNANCY To take care of you and your baby, consider these points: 1.

Eat right. Eating healthy foods is more important now than ever. Select nutritious foods that are rich in protein, iron, calcium and folic acid.

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Don’t forget to keep hydrated. Water helps prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, excessive swelling and urinary tract infection.

Also, when you are pregnant your body needs more fluid to sustain the life inside you. Not getting enough water may lead to early labor.

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Cut back on foods with added sugar and solid fats to prevent gaining too much weight during pregnancy. The amount of weight you should gain during this period is based on your BMI before you became pregnant. Check with your doctor to find out how much weight gain is acceptable for you.

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Physically active combined with balanced diet is the formula for good health during pregnancy. Pregnant or not, exercise keeps our body and mind in good shape.

Healthy pregnant women should be getting at least 2 hours and 3 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise a week. Studies have suggested that women who are physically active during pregnancy have lower risk of preterm delivery.

Ask your doctor about the activities that is suitable for you throughout your pregnancy.

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Do Kegel exercise. Pelvic muscles are the same muscles used to stop the flow of urine. Toning your pelvic floor muscles will help you during delivery and recover from birth. It will also help you control bladder leakage and lower chance of hemorrhoids. Do this exercise 10 to 15 times a three times a day.

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Do not take any medication unless prescribed by your doctor. Always ask your doctor before you start or stop any medication.

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Quit smoking. Smoking is never healthy especially now that you are pregnant. Smoking during pregnancy threatens you and your baby’s health.

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Strop alcohol consumption.

Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can slow down baby’s growth, affect the baby’s brain and cause birth defects.

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You can still travel even with pregnancy but talk to your doctor before making any decision to travel away from home. Check the airline policy regarding their cut-off to allow pregnant – some can fly up to 36 weeks.

Make sure to buckle-up during your car and air travel. Avoid prolonged sitting.

Stand up and move your legs often. Wear support pantyhose to help blood flow. Always bring a copy of your medical record and consider knowing about the medical care at your destination so you will be prepared in the event of an emergency.

10. Avoid exposure to elements that might put you and your baby health at risk including mercury (found in fishes like shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tile fish), pesticides, solvents and cigarette smoke.

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ANTENATAL AND BREASTFEEDING PROGRAMS AT UHS 1. Antenatal Class The Antenatal Class is held every Wednesday at Antenatal Clinic in Out-Patient Department from 04:30 pm to 06:30 pm. The course is free of charge; open to all expectant mothers, providing first time mums and those in need of refreshment important information about warning signs to observe during pregnancy, antenatal exercises, nutrition, birth plans, delivery, post-natal management, breastfeeding and newborn care. Antenatal classes is one way to increase mothers’ awareness about breastfeeding and to encourage the art of breastfeeding mothers.

2. Breastfeeding Support Group UHS have established a support group to help and assist mothers with proper breastfeeding practices. The program is held every last Monday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Ward 2 Obstetrics and Gynecology Department.

3. 24 Hours Lactation Services The round-the-clock lactation service in UHS will help mothers by giving advices and answer questions at any time of the day. We will make your breastfeeding experience stress-free just a phone call away. For any breastfeeding difficulty you have especially at night time, call our hospital number and the operator will direct you to our lactation experts.

4. Complimentary Lactation Consultation Do you encounter any difficulties breastfeeding your baby?

Avail free consultation from our Lactation Peer Counsellor.

This complimentary visit is valid until March 31, 2018.

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DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SHARJAH The Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at University Hospital Sharjah provides multidisciplinary services that best suit women’s personal health needs from puberty to after menopause.

Our services provide advanced diagnostic evaluation, clinical care management and education. Our full range of medical care for women is provided by our esteemed physicians, nurses and midwives.

We have a dedicated centre in UHS that provides the following services:

Comprehensive Antenatal Care and Evaluation High-risk Pregnancy Infertility Fetal Medicine Urogynecology Gynecological Cancer Screening Menopause Women’s Wellness Minimal Invasive Gynecological Surgery Obstetrics and Gynecological Ultrasound

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY TEAM AT UHS

QUALIFICATIONS Dr. Kauser Mansoor is a UK Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Obstetrician and Gynecology (FRCOG, London), a member of the Royal College of Obstetrician and Gynecologist (MRCOG, London) and also an affiliate of the British Society of Colposcopy and Pathology (Birmingham).

EXPERIENCE Dr. Kuaser Mansoor is a UK Board certified Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 32 years of clinical experience. Before relocating to UAE, she underwent extensive advance training in UK. She holds a remarkable distinction as an accredited colposcopist. Prior to joining UHS, Dr. Kauser has been working as a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Head of the Department for a government hospital in Sharjah. Dr. Kauser recently joined the admirable team of Obstetrician and Gynecologist in UHS as the department head.

Dr. Kauser Mansoor Baig MBBS, MRCOG (UK), FRCOG (UK) Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist

She has in-depth obstetrics and gynaecological knowledge including routine and high-risk antenatal care, all types of obstetric emergencies, complex obstetric situations such as pre-eclampsia, diabetes and VBAC, caesarean sections, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery of the vulval area (vagina and labia), operative Gynaecology such as hysterectomies, hysteroscopy and laparoscopic surgery, cervical screening, reproductive medicine and issues involving infertility, urogynaecology, oncology and menopause.

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Apart from her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Kauser is academically associated to University of Sharjah MedicalSchool as senior faculty member.

Dr. Kuaser regularly participates as a speaker in local, regional and international conferences and publishes articles in peer reviewed scientific journals. She won several international prices, including the recipient of the award of excellence for best oral presentation in Kuwait during the 5th International Conference of Obstetrics and Gynecology held on October 2010 by the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

SPECIAL INTEREST

High-risk Pregnancy Laparoscopic Surgery Obstetric and Gynecological Ultrasound Infertility Management Colposcopy Labour Ward Management Patient Safety and Fetal Medicine Medical Innovation

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic, English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

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OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY TEAM AT UHS

QUALIFICATIONS

SPECIAL INTEREST

Prof. Mohamed Zayed graduated from Cairo University, Egypt and went on to complete Master’s Degree and Doctorate Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the same university.

He has acquired his advanced fellowship training in Gynecologic Oncology from at Vanderbilt University, USA.

High Risk Pregnancy Assisted Reproductive Technology Gynecologic Oncology Hysteroscopy Laparoscopy Pelviscopic Surgery

LANGUAGE KNOWN

EXPERIENCE Prof. Mohamed Zayed is a consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a particular interest in high-risk antenatal care, critical care in obstetrics and medical/surgical management of benign gynaecological conditions.

Arabic, English and French

Apart from his clinical exposure, he is academically associated as a professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Cairo University and University of Sharjah Medical School.

Prof. Mohamed Zayed Masters in Obstetrics & Gynecology, PhD in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in University of Cairo (Egypt)

Prof. Zayed is a member of the American Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, International Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy and American Society of Reproductive Medicine.

He has made numerous research studies that were published and presented in both local and international journals and conferences.

Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist

QUALIFICATIONS

SPECIAL INTEREST

Dr. V.L. Arathy is a Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (MRCOG), UK since 2000 and obtained her Diplomate of National Board (DNBOG) from New Delhi, India. Prior to that she completed her Master’s degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Dr. MGR Medical University in Chennai, India.

Maternal Fetal Medicine and High-risk Obstetrics

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic, English, Malayalam and Tamil

EXPERIENCE Dr. Arathy has 17 years of experience from hospitals in India and UAE. Before joining University Hospital Sharjah, she was working in Al Ain as Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Dr. V.L. Arathy MD, DNB, MRCOG (UK), FRCOG Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist

She has in-depth obstetric and gynecological experience and expertise which includes routine and high-risk antenatal care, all obstetric emergencies, complex obstetric situations such as pre-eclampsia, diabetes and VBAC, reproductive medicine and issues involving infertility, urogynaecology, family planning and menopause, major obstetric and gynecological surgeries like emergency cervical cerclage, and total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, ovarian cystectomy, myomectomy, vaginal hysterectomy, repair of uterine prolapse, and pelvic floor repairs.

She published reports of confidential reviews of maternal deaths in Kerala in collaboration with Nice International, UK. She is also a practical obstetric multiprofessional trainer.

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OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY TEAM AT UHS

QUALIFICATIONS After obtaining his basic medical education, Dr. Diaa El-Mowafi pursued his Master’s Degree, Medical Doctorate and PhD in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He also did his fellowship and specialty training in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Wayne State University, USA and Geneva University, Switzerland.

EXPERIENCE Dr. Diaa El-Mowafi is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 35 years’ of extensive clinical and academic experience. He is experienced in a wide range of obstetric and gynecological conditions and procedures, with special interests in laparoscopic, hysteroscopic surgeries and high risk pregnancies.

Before joining University Hospital Sharjah, he was associated with private and governmental hospitals in Egypt, Switzerland, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, United States of America and Dubai.

Dr. Diaa El-Mowafi MSc in Obstetrics and Gynecology, MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology, PhD in Obstetrics and Gynecology Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology

Academically, Dr. Diaa is affiliated to University of Sharjah, Wayne State University in USA and Geneva University in Switzerland. He is an active member of New York Academy of Sciences in USA, Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research (GFMER) in Switzerland, Directory Board of Society of Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Egyptian Fertility and Sterility Society and Egyptian Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Diseases. He was

QUALIFICATIONS Dr. Hind Sabah studied medicine from Baghdad University and gained post graduate certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Iraqi Council for Medical Specialization.

She has also fellowship from Arab Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

EXPERIENCE Dr. Hind has 8 years of clinical experience as a Senior Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecologist from hospitals in Iraq and UAE. She has high qualification from Iraqi and Arab Board for Medical Specialization.

the coordinator for the World Health Collaborating Center in Geneva, Switzerland.

Organization

SPECIAL INTEREST All varieties of laparoscopic surgeries including ○ Ectopic pregnancy ○ Removal of ovarian cysts and tumors ○ Removal of uterine myomas ○ Hysterectomy ○ Endometriosis ○ Lysis of adhesions ○ Removal of lost IUCD ○ Tubal ligation for sterilization All varieties of hyteroscopic surgeries ○ Removal of intrauterine septum ○ Lysis of intrauterine adhesions ○ Removal of intrauterine polyps ○ Removal of missed IUCD ○ Endometrial resection or ablasion for abnormal uterine bleeding ○ Removal of myomas ○ High risk pregnancy and deliveries Normal Pregnancy and Deliveries Colposcopy and Early Cancer Detection Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Techniques Repeated Pregnancy Loss Prolapsed and Plastic Gynecological Surgeries Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Uterine and Pelvic Tumors Contraception

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic and English

Performing Cesarean Section Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Infertility Family Planning and Contraception Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Obstetrics and Gynecology Ultrasound Vaginal Repair Surgery Major and Gynecological Surgeries like Total Abdominal Hysterectomy and Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy and Ovarian Cystectomy

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic and English

Academically she is associated as a lecturer of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the college of Medicine at University of Sharjah. Prior to that she was as an instructor for medical students in Baghdad University for 4 years.

Dr. Hind Sabah MBChB, Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Arab and Iraqian Board Certified Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Her recent research study entitled “CA 19-9 versus CA 125 in Endometriosis” was published in International Organization of Scientific Research Journals on April 2014.

SPECIAL INTEREST

High Risk or Complicated Pregnancies Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Gestational Hypertension Pre-eclampsia

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OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY TEAM AT UHS

QUALIFICATIONS Dr. Ameenah Saadi, an Arab Board certified physician is also a holder of PhD in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has certification from the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (MRCOG), London.

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic and English

EXPERIENCE Dr. Ameenah Saadi is a Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 15 years of clinical experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Before joining University Hospital Sharjah, she has worked and honed her skills in various government and private hospitals in Sharjah and Dubai.

Dr. Ameenah has attended various local and international courses and trainings pertaining to her field of expertise. She has research studies which were published in international journals and magazines.

SPECIAL INTEREST Dr. Ameenah Mohammad Saadi

Arab Board Certified, PhD in Obstetrics and Gynecology, MRCOG Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

High Risk Pregnancy Infertility Treatment Treatment and Follow-up of Recurrent Miscarriage Menopause Female Adolescence General Gynaecology Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCO) Screening and Follow-up for Cervical Anomalies

QUALIFICATIONS Dr. Nariman gained her basic medical degree from Damascus University, Syria and went on complete her Master’s Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the same university.

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic and English

EXPERIENCE Dr. Nariman Awad has over 16 years of medical experience from hospitals in Syria and UAE and over 11 years practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology ultrasound.

She has in-depth obstetrics and gynaecological knowledge including routine and high-risk antenatal care and has conducted more than 1,800 vaginal deliveries and more than 900 cesarean sections in her long clinical career.

SPECIAL INTEREST

Dr. Nariman Awad MBChB, Master’s Degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

High Risk Pregnancies Infertility Careful Monitoring of Pregnancy Course Detection of Fetal Malformations Close Patient Follow-up Before Delivery Cesarean Section Gestational Diabetes Gestational Hypertension Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

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OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY TEAM AT UHS

QUALIFICATIONS

SPECIAL INTEREST

Dr. Nagla Abdalla graduated from University of Khartoum, Sudan and is currently a candidate for the certification program from the prestigious Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist, UK.

EXPERIENCE Dr. Nagla Abdalla is a Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 15 years of clinical experience. Before joining University Hospital Sharjah, she worked in hospitals in Saudi Arabia and Sudan.

High Risk Pregnancy Infertility Treatment Menopause Female Adolescence General Gynaecology

LANGUAGE KNOWN Arabic and English

Dr. Nagla believes in combining individual clinical expertise with best available research evidence so as to offer high standard of care to the patients.

Aside from her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Nagla was active on the academic activities side, where she is licensed to teach Advance Life Support in Obstetrics provided by American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) to the medical students of the Universities of Sudan for over three years. She is at present a lecturer in the medical collegeof University of Sharjah.

Dr. Nagla Elhadi Abdalsamad Abdalla

Dr. Nagla has 3 research studies published in international magazines.

MBBS, Sudanese Board Certified Senior Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist

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PERSONAL HYGIENE TIPS TO FOLLOW ADVISE FOR STAFF

INTRODUCTION As nurses we are all aware that maintaining personal hygiene is vitally necessary for more than one reason - social, health, personal, psychological or just as a way of life. Maintaining a good standard of hygiene helps keep infections, illnesses and bad odors at bay. It is an act of maintaining cleanliness and grooming of the external body.

ARISE Nursing Newsletter from University Hospital Sharjah

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Newsletter from University Hospital Sharjah

of ARISE Nursing Newsletter provides guidelines to healthcare workers for maintaining hygiene.

March

Edition

This edition contains information on how a nurse can minimize the spread of infection by following proper hygiene standards.

Nurses meet multiple patients during their working hours hence following the guidelines can protect themselves from infection.

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SCOPE OF SERVICES AT UHS MEDICAL SERVICES

SURGICAL SERVICES

CARDIOLOGY

NEUROPHYSIOLOGY

Anesthesiology

Bariatric Surgery

24-Hour BP Monitoring

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Aviation Medicine

Ears, Nose and Throat Surgery

24-Hour Holter Monitoring

Electromyography (EMG)

Cardiology

General Surgery

2D/3D Echo

Evoked Potential Test

Critical Care

Neurological Surgery

3D Transesophageal Echo

Brain Auditory Evoked Potential

Dermatology

Obstetrics and Gynecologic Surgery

CT coronary Angiography

(BAEP)

Emergency Medicine

Ophthalmic Surgery Orthopedic Surgery

Dobutamine Stress Echo for Ischemia and Viability Studies

Somato Sensory Evoked Potential

Endocrinology Family Medicine

Pediatric Surgery

Gastroenterology

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Internal Medicine

Urologic Surgery

Medical Oncology

Vascular Surgery

Neonatology Nephrology Neurology Pediatrics Psychiatry Pulmonology Rheumatology MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS IMAGING (MDI) 128 Channel CT Scan with Coronary and Cardiac Facility

PATHOLOGY & LABORATORY MEDICINE

Interventional Cardiology Stress Test Treadmill Stress Test

AUDIOLOGY

(SSEP) Visual Evoked Potential ( VEP) Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)

OTHER SPECIALTY SERVICES

Biochemistry

Acoustic Reflex Threshold

24/7 Emergency Services

Blood Transfusion Medicine

Auditory Brainstem Response

Ambulance

Cytology

Auditory Steady State Response

Hemodialysis

Hematology

Cochlear Implant Mapping

Physiotherapy

Histology

Electrocochleography

Pharmacy

Immunology

Free Field Audiometry

Sharjah Breast Centre

Microbiology

Hearing Aid Fitting and Programming

Phlebotomy

Newborn Hearing Screening

Bone Densitometry

Otoacoustic Emission

Digital X-Ray and Fluoroscopy

Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA)

Mammography and Guided Breast Intervention

Speech Audiometry

MRI 1.5 TESLA

Tinnitus Evaluation

Ultrasound

Tympanometry

Vascular Interventional Lab

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