https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-rss/?orgId=114870&title=Latest+News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Reproductive Sciences en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Thu, 14 May 2026 19:06:35 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/breast-cancer-drug-is-effective-for-treatment-resistant-uterine-cancer/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/breast-cancer-drug-is-effective-for-treatment-resistant-uterine-cancer/ A targeted chemotherapy drug approved for treatment of breast cancer showed clinical benefit in patients with treatment-resistant uterine cancer. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/17-yale-obgyn-physicians-named-top-doctors-for-2026/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/17-yale-obgyn-physicians-named-top-doctors-for-2026/ Seventeen Yale Ob/Gyn faculty members have been recognized in Connecticut Magazine's 2026 “Top Doctors” edition. Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-fertility-center-named-among-americas-best-fertility-clinics/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-fertility-center-named-among-americas-best-fertility-clinics/ Yale Fertility Center has been ranked one of America's Best Fertility Clinics by Newsweek and is the only fertility practice in Connecticut to be named. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-if-youre-looking-to-start-or-expand-your-family/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/what-to-know-if-youre-looking-to-start-or-expand-your-family/ Emre Seli, MD, speaks to WTNH about infertility, declining birth rates, and how Yale Fertility Center provides hope. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2026/04/17/small-placenta-still-birth https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2026/04/17/small-placenta-still-birth Measuring the placenta is not a common prenatal protocol but it could save a baby's life, according to a Yale researcher. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/parental-depression-timing-adult-offspring-menta-health/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/parental-depression-timing-adult-offspring-menta-health/ Research from Yale Child Study Center reveals how the timing of maternal and paternal depression affects adult mental health outcomes in the next generation. This includes influences on depression, anxiety, and psychotic disorders, with exposure to high levels of maternal depression during pregnancy alone associated with increased psychosis risk in adult offspring. This points to the importance of adequate mental health support during pregnancy.   Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/precision-medicine-for-endometriosis/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/precision-medicine-for-endometriosis/ Researchers have identified biomarkers that signal a patient with endometriosis won’t respond to a certain drug. It could lead to better, faster treatment. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:00 Z https://www.webmd.com/women/ss/cm/slideshow-menorrhagia-tips-heavy-menstrual-bleeding https://www.webmd.com/women/ss/cm/slideshow-menorrhagia-tips-heavy-menstrual-bleeding Dr. Hugh Taylor was a source for WebMD for this news article on tips on how to live with heavy menstrual bleeding. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-pioneers-in-obgyn/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-pioneers-in-obgyn/ The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale School of Medicine highlights some of the women who were recognized as part of the 100 year anniversary of women at the university. This group has made important medical and scientific contributions to the field of women's health. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/genetic-study-of-rare-endometrial-cancer-uncovers-potential-treatments/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/genetic-study-of-rare-endometrial-cancer-uncovers-potential-treatments/ Researchers uncovered potential treatment strategies for stromal sarcoma of the uterus by establishing a more detailed understanding of the aggressive tumors at the molecular level. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/womens-health-research-at-yale-pilot-project-program-award-cycle-now-open/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/womens-health-research-at-yale-pilot-project-program-award-cycle-now-open/ Since 1998, Women’s Health Research at Yale’s signature Pilot Project Program has provided critical seed funding for Yale faculty examining sex differences across health in conditions that affect women differently, disproportionately, and uniquely. Our program serves as an incubator for catalyzing new approaches to understanding the health of women, and/or the influence of sex differences on health, consistent with the NIH definition. The 2025-26 application process is now open. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-at-asrm2025-in-photos/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-at-asrm2025-in-photos/ Several Yale ObGyn faculty and researchers presented at the 2025 American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/cardiovascular-medicine-translational-research-award-announces-first-recipients/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/cardiovascular-medicine-translational-research-award-announces-first-recipients/ The Section of Cardiovascular Medicine recently established the Michaele and James Imbrogno Yale Cardiovascular Medicine Translational Research Award (TRA) to promote cardiovascular research that bridges molecular science, patient-oriented studies, and clinical cardiovascular disease. The TRA program announced its first two disease-oriented translational science team award recipients. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.carolinajournal.com/opinion/like-too-many-other-nc-families-stillbirth-stole-our-son/ https://www.carolinajournal.com/opinion/like-too-many-other-nc-families-stillbirth-stole-our-son/ Asking better questions, listening more closely, and monitoring more carefully can mean the difference between life and death. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 01:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/showcasing-the-beauty-of-basic-science/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/showcasing-the-beauty-of-basic-science/ “Beauty of Science 2025” displays the striking imagery from YSM researchers across disciplines. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/new-toolset-by-yale-researchers-boosts-efficacy-of-car-t-cells-targeting-blood-and-solid/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/new-toolset-by-yale-researchers-boosts-efficacy-of-car-t-cells-targeting-blood-and-solid/ Cancer researchers focused on improving the success of cancer immunotherapies introduced a new tool in a Yale study published Sept. 29 in Nature Chemical Biology. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-welcomes-new-members-to-the-team-summer-fall-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-welcomes-new-members-to-the-team-summer-fall-2025/ The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale School of Medicine welcomes new staff / trainees. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-legacy-collaborative/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-legacy-collaborative/ Thirty years ago, Yale researchers began groundbreaking work to better understand metabolic health and childhood obesity. Now, Clare Flannery, MD, and team hope to learn still more from those early study participants who are now adults. A new website captures the breadth and depth of the project, called Yale Legacy Collaborative. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.everydayhealth.com/hysterectomy/ovary-removal-before-menopause-can-have-lasting-health-consequences-study-finds/ https://www.everydayhealth.com/hysterectomy/ovary-removal-before-menopause-can-have-lasting-health-consequences-study-finds/ For women not at increased risk of ovarian cancer, the procedure is often unnecessary and can harm cardiovascular and bone health. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/september-is-ovarian-cancer-awareness-month-3/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/september-is-ovarian-cancer-awareness-month-3/ Dr. Elena Ratner, a gynecologic oncologist from Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital, joined WTNH's Good Morning Connecticut for a discussion on ovarian cancer awareness month and new treatments making a difference for patients. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://marylandmatters.org/2025/09/12/to-prevent-stillbirth-empower-women-with-knowledge/ https://marylandmatters.org/2025/09/12/to-prevent-stillbirth-empower-women-with-knowledge/ There are simple steps that can help prevent a stillbirth, but Angela Moxley didn't learn that until she went through a stillbirth herself. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:09:00 Z https://www.healthcentral.com/news/endometriosis/early-life-stress-may-increase-endometriosis-risk https://www.healthcentral.com/news/endometriosis/early-life-stress-may-increase-endometriosis-risk Researchers did find that women who’d experienced any type of adverse childhood event had a roughly 20% increased risk of endometriosis, compared to those who’d experienced none. Certain types of events appeared to have greater impact than others; exposure to violence, for instance, was associated with more than a two-fold increase in risk. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2025/09/03/serotonin-shield-placentas-critical-role-health-babies https://news.yale.edu/2025/09/03/serotonin-shield-placentas-critical-role-health-babies In a new study, Yale researchers show that the placenta regulates serotonin delivery to the fetus, contrary to past beliefs that it manufactures the hormone.  Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/molecule-shows-promise-for-mash-endometriosis-and-other-chronic-diseases/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/molecule-shows-promise-for-mash-endometriosis-and-other-chronic-diseases/ Bobcat339 targets disease-promoting macrophages and has therapeutic effects in models of MASH, lung cancer, and endometriosis. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:00 Z https://www.livescience.com/health/fertility-pregnancy-birth/pregnancy-robot-from-china-is-fake-but-is-the-technology-behind-it-possible https://www.livescience.com/health/fertility-pregnancy-birth/pregnancy-robot-from-china-is-fake-but-is-the-technology-behind-it-possible A story circulating on social media this week featured a seemingly made-up scientist who is developing an equally imaginary "pregnancy robot." Virality ensued. Sat, 23 Aug 2025 02:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/thin-endometrium-may-not-hinder-ivf-success/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/thin-endometrium-may-not-hinder-ivf-success/ A new study finds IVF can be successful even in people with thin endometria, challenging previously held beliefs by fertility specialists. Mon, 11 Aug 2025 17:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvRlfbQh2lY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvRlfbQh2lY Join Clare Flannery, MD, as she sits down with Sonia Caprio, MD, to reflect upon Caprio’s research to understand why adolescents are affected by Type 2 diabetes. In this conversation, Dr. Caprio describes the importance of early diagnosis using oral glucose tolerance tests (OGTT). She shares main takeaways about diabetes risk and medications like semaglutide to protect against diabetes. Caprio thanks the teens in Connecticut who participated in this important research, including national studies like TODAY (Treatment Options for Type 2 Diabetes in Adolescents and Youth). Now, Flannery and Caprio want to know how these teens are doing in adulthood, driving their launch of the Legacy Collaborative. Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/2025-obgyn-research-and-graduation-day/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/2025-obgyn-research-and-graduation-day/ The end of an academic year culminates in one busy day focused on research and recognition. Review this recap through photos and an awards video. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/hugh-taylor-profile https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/hugh-taylor-profile A profile of Hugh Taylor, MD, Yale Medicine's chair of Ob/Gyn. Dr. Taylor is a leader in treating endometriosis and Asherman’s syndrome. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/peter-e-schwartz-md-memorial-recap/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/peter-e-schwartz-md-memorial-recap/ Yale Ob/Gyn friends, colleagues, and the family of Peter E. Schwartz, MD, come together to remember the world-renowned gynecologic oncologist. Thu, 15 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-ranked-no-1-by-scholargps/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-obgyn-ranked-no-1-by-scholargps/ ScholarGPS, a scholarly analytics platform and database that provides quantitative rankings, has named Yale Ob/Gyn No. 1 of all obstetrics and gynecology programs in the "Academic Institutional Ranking" category for all-time publications and citations. Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/beverly-levy-walk-and-block-party-highlights-value-of-cancer-research/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/beverly-levy-walk-and-block-party-highlights-value-of-cancer-research/ Hundreds participate in the annual Beverly Levy Walk and Block Party on May 4 at the Orange Fairgrounds to raise money for gynecologic cancer research. Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/new-research-presented-from-yale-cancer-center-at-aacr25/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/new-research-presented-from-yale-cancer-center-at-aacr25/ Yale Cancer Center faculty and trainees joined 22,000 cancer researchers from around the world to share the latest advances in cancer science and medicine earlier this week in Chicago for the 116th American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) annual meeting. Dr. Patricia LoRusso, Amy and Joseph Perella Professor of Medicine at Yale Cancer Center and AACR President for 2024-25, shared her global view on cancer. “Cancer is a global disease—it spares no continent, no country. And each patient that gets the disease deserves treatment.” Thu, 01 May 2025 12:00:00 Z https://www.nationalgeographic.com/health/article/stages-of-cancer-early-screening https://www.nationalgeographic.com/health/article/stages-of-cancer-early-screening DCIS “only becomes stage I, II, III, or IV cancer when it bursts through the milk ducts and starts spreading," says Mehra Golshan, deputy chief medical officer for surgical services at Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital in Connecticut. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-cancer-center-research-breakthroughs-unveiled-at-aacr-annual-meeting/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/yale-cancer-center-research-breakthroughs-unveiled-at-aacr-annual-meeting/ Yale Cancer Center presentations at the AACR Annual Meeting will include oral and poster presentations as well as educational sessions, showcasing cutting-edge cancer science and medicine. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/analyzing-genetics-may-lead-to-better-contraceptive-experiences-for-women/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/analyzing-genetics-may-lead-to-better-contraceptive-experiences-for-women/ Researchers at Yale lead the largest pharmacogenomic study ever done on contraception, which they say lays the genetic groundwork for fundamental findings in the future. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://ventures.yale.edu/news/blavatnik-fund-innovation-yale-support-15-breakthrough-interventions-cardiometabolic https://ventures.yale.edu/news/blavatnik-fund-innovation-yale-support-15-breakthrough-interventions-cardiometabolic This year’s awardees are tackling some of the most urgent life science challenges with projects spanning novel therapeutics to AI-powered medical solutions. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/why-opioid-use-disorder-oud-may-contribute-to-preterm-birth/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/why-opioid-use-disorder-oud-may-contribute-to-preterm-birth/ The opioid buprenorphine is linked to increased inflammation and weakening of the fetal membrane, researchers found. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/longtime-assistant-to-obgyn-chair-retires/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/longtime-assistant-to-obgyn-chair-retires/ After 12 years as Dr. Taylor's administrative assistant and 15 years at Yale, Robin Vollono has decided to retire. Hear from supervisors, a colleague, and Robin herself on takeaways, impact, and why we may not need to tear up just yet. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/beyond-summer-benefits-for-ysm-research-program/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/beyond-summer-benefits-for-ysm-research-program/ It is an eight-week summer program that pairs faculty mentors with medical students to achieve practical skills and research progress. Hear from Ob/Gyn participants on how benefits for both go far beyond the summer session. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:00:00 Z https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2024/10/22/a-significant-milestone-in-reproductive-medicine-behind-the-first-ovarian-transplant-in-new-england/ https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2024/10/22/a-significant-milestone-in-reproductive-medicine-behind-the-first-ovarian-transplant-in-new-england/ This past August, Kutluk Oktay, MD, PhD, at Yale New Haven Hospital, performed the first ovarian transplant in the New England region, giving a patient a chance to regain fertility. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/in-memoriam-peter-e-schwartz-md/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/in-memoriam-peter-e-schwartz-md/ Peter Schwartz was dedicated to improving women’s health, an innovator of clinical treatment approaches, and a national leader in his field. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:00:00 Z https://www.drugs.com/news/sacituzumab-govitecan-shows-promise-advanced-endometrial-cancer-120800.html https://www.drugs.com/news/sacituzumab-govitecan-shows-promise-advanced-endometrial-cancer-120800.html For patients with advanced endometrial cancer (EC), sacituzumab govitecan (SG), a trophoblast cell-surface antigen 2 (Trop-2)-directed antibody-drug conjugate, shows encouraging efficacy, according to a phase 2 study published online July 31 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/when-it-comes-to-robotic-surgery-the-future-is-now/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/when-it-comes-to-robotic-surgery-the-future-is-now/ Yale Robotic Surgery Symposium celebrates 30,000 robotic-assisted cases completed across the Yale New Haven Health System. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/treatment-for-recurrent-uterine-cancer-advances-to-next-research-phase/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/treatment-for-recurrent-uterine-cancer-advances-to-next-research-phase/ According to Yale Cancer Center researchers, the findings are hopeful for patients with endometrial cancer (a type of uterine cancer), which is the most common gynecological cancer and the sixth most common cancer in women globally. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:00:00 Z https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/miscarriage-is-common-these-researchers-are-on-a-mission-to-better-understand-why https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/miscarriage-is-common-these-researchers-are-on-a-mission-to-better-understand-why Dr. Harvey Kliman, a research scientist in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale School of Medicine, has long advocated for more thorough investigation of placentas after miscarriage. As part of a study published last year, Kliman examined more than 1,200 placentas from previously unexplained miscarriages and stillbirths. His team found that most of the miscarriages were marked by dysmorphic chorionic villi (DCV), a category that includes abnormal placental folds. Kliman’s team also found about a third of unexplained stillbirths were associated with a small placenta. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:14:00 Z https://undark.org/2024/05/29/placenta-stillbirth-research-understudied/ https://undark.org/2024/05/29/placenta-stillbirth-research-understudied/ A recent study co-authored by Yale Research Scientist Harvey Kliman, MD, PhD, in the journal of Reproductive Sciences showed that in the pregnancy losses they studied, one-third of previously “uncategorized” stillbirths can be attributed to a small placenta. His team reviewed clinical data and placental pathology for more than 1,200 unexplained pregnancy losses and determined that the number one cause of stillbirth is a small placenta. This article, the most popular Reproductive Sciences article of 2023, has hopefully opened up a door to confirming where these losses are coming from, he said. Wed, 29 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/topical-shows-promise-in-treating-precancerous-cervical-condition/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/topical-shows-promise-in-treating-precancerous-cervical-condition/ A phase II trial of a topical treatment, led by Yale Cancer Center researchers, shows its promise as a non-invasive treatment for individuals with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/pregnancy-accelerates-aging-yale-findings/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/obgyn/drs/news-article/pregnancy-accelerates-aging-yale-findings/ New research from Yale Child Study Center Assistant Professor Kieran O’Donnell and his team suggests that pregnancy accelerates aging, but with an important caveat – there appears to be significant reversal of this effect in the postpartum period. Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/ysm/news/yale-medicine-magazine/article/endometriosis/ https://medicine.yale.edu/ysm/news/yale-medicine-magazine/article/endometriosis/ New research is revealing that endometriosis is not just a gynecologic disease, but rather a widespread inflammatory disorder. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:00 Z