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Pregnancy Loss among Refugee and Immigrant Patients

Considerations in approaching conversations and counseling for pregnancy loss among refugee and immigrant patients and families. Includes link to case study examples. Developed from stakeholder interviews and literature review.

March 16, 2021 · Article

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Pregnancy Loss among Refugee and Immigrant Patients: Case Studies

Case studies intended to promote discussion and reflection on the topic of U.S. healthcare provided during perinatal loss experienced by immigrant and refugee families.

March 16, 2021 · Article

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My Body: Human Reproductive Anatomy

This book uses simple illustrations and basic definitions to describe male and female reproductive anatomy.

August 12, 2016 · PDF

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Ritual Female Genital Cutting (RFGC) Powerpoint Slides

This presentation gives an overview of ritual female genital cutting practices around the world, addresses common misconceptions and provides guidance about how to discuss this issue.

February 27, 2015 · PDF

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Intake Form for Women with a History of Female Circumcision

Example of intake form used to document patient history and exam as related to a history of female circumcision

February 27, 2015 · PDF

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Ritual Female Genital Cutting (RFGC)

A 1hr 18 minute video from a presentation to health care students in Seattle WA. The presentation by Dr. Elinor A. Graham, with Anab Abdullahi, and Dr. Anisa Ibrahim covers the definition of RFGC, historical and cultural misconceptions, medical misconceptions.

February 27, 2015 · Video

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Female Genital Cutting (Female Circumcision)

This video discusses terminology, prevalence, types of female circumcision, possible complications and other issues that might be encountered when caring for patients in a clinical setting.

December 4, 2014 · Video

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Somali Perinatal Preference: A Summary for Providers

Recommendations for OB providers about Somali women's preferences for education and approaches to care during prenatal period and labor/delivery.

September 30, 2014 · PDF

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Female Genital Cutting: An Evidence-Based Approach to Clinical Management for the Primary Care Physician

This review discusses the different types of Female Genital Cutting (FGC), important cultural considerations for physicians caring for patients with FGC, common early and late medical complications and their management, and psychosocial issues associated with FGC.

December 17, 2013 · Article

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Cambodian Perinatal Culture-Bound Syndromes: Providing Care to Cambodian Women with Toas

Information about postpartum period sor sai kchey, which alludes to a period of fragile health lasting from one to three months after childbirth during which many traditional postpartum practices are followed.

December 2, 2010 · Article

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Post-partum Practices among Vietnamese and Chinese Patients

A 2 page brochure and related poster about the post-partum practice of a "sitting month" among Vietnamese and Chinese patients.

August 14, 2009 · PDF

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Perinatal Profile for Patients from Somalia

Information to help providers become familiar with the cultural values and historical experiences of women from Somalia and their families, as it pertains to obstetrical outcomes and providing culturally appropriate care.

December 8, 2008 · Article

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Cambodian Postpartum Practices

Article about postpartum traditions in Cambodian culture.

September 1, 2004 · Article

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