General obstetrics and gynecology is practiced by obstetrician/gynecologists with appointments in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Our obstetrician/gynecologists work out of 10 different hospitals in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford, Niagara, Kitchener-Waterloo and surrounding areas.
We provide a broad spectrum of clinical services to women of all ages. We practice evidence-based medicine and deliver care in a kind, compassionate manner. The primary goal is to provide excellent clinical care and we are highly committed to the education and training of our medical students and residents.
RELATED FACULTY
Stephen Bates
MD, MSc
Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Stephen Bates earned his medical degree from McMaster University in 1979 and entered a residency in family medicine. In 1984, he completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology and began his general practice in obstetrics and gynecology, including colposcopy, laser surgery of the genital tract, hysteroscopy, endometrial ablation and operative laparoscopy. In 1994, he completed his MSc in clinical epidemiology and biostatistics at McMaster University.
In addition to his practice in Brantford, Dr. Bates has dedicated his career to education, working as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at McMaster University.
AWARDS
His teaching of health professionals at all levels has earned him numerous awards including the Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Canada) Educator of the Year Award in 2006, the Faculty of Health Sciences Undergraduate MD Program Outstanding Preceptor Award in 2007 and the 2008 CREOG National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Study design to assess non-hysterectomy surgical therapy for menorrhagia
- Quality Improvement in medical practice
- Teaching of health professional at all levels
PUBLICATIONS
Malinowski A, Bates SK. Semantics and Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Cornual/Interstitial Pregnancy. Fertility and Sterility 2006; 86:1764. e11-4.
Bates SK. Postmenopausal Estrogen Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer. Journal of the Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada. September 1990; Volume 12, No. 7; page 9.
Stephen Bates
MD, MSc
Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Jean Chamberlain
MD
Professor, Undergraduate Program Director
General
BIO
After completing her BSc in biochemistry at the University of Toronto, Dr. Jean Chamberlain attended medical school at the University of Toronto. She earned her MD in 1991 and completed a rotating internship at Toronto East General Hospital in 1992. Upon completion of a Royal College Fellowship in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Western Ontario in 1996, Dr. Chamberlain joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. She completed her master of education at the University of Toronto (OISE) in 1998.
Dr. Chamberlain is also co-director of the McMaster International Women’s Health Program and founding director of Save the Mothers (STM) International, an organization dedicated to saving some of the 287,000 mothers who die in childbirth every year. Dr. Chamberlain is an internationally recognized expert in women’s health and is a member of the Order of Canada. Her work has earned her several awards including the 2006 International Community Service Award from the Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists for her outstanding contribution to the health of mothers around the world.
Dr. Chamberlain also received the Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2009.
She has spent 12 years working in Uganda advocating for safe motherhood with Save the Mothers. Before her tenure in Uganda, she spent five years in Yemen as an obstetrician/gynecologist. While abroad, she maintained her academic position in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University. Currently, she is a professor at McMaster University with her clinical practice based out of St Joseph’s Hospital Hamilton.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
International women’s health, public health leadership, advocacy, refugee and immigrant women
HONOURS & AWARDS
- International Community Service Award, Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists (2006)
- Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award for work improving maternal health, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2009)
- Prix d’Excellence for going beyond the call of duty, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2012)
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal (2012)
- Iductee, Hamilton Gallery of Distinction (2013)
- Mission Legacy Award, The Sisters of St. Joseph, Hamilton (2013)
- Honorary Doctorate of Laws, University of Waterloo (2013)
- Member, Order of Canada (2014)
PUBLICATIONS
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C.K., Beyene, J., Dodd, J.M., Barrett, J., Shah, P.S., Cook, J.L., Saito, S., Biringer, A.B. and Sabatino, L., 2017. Effectiveness of progesterone, cerclage and pessary for preventing preterm birth in singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Gulmezoglu, M., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barrett, J. and Chamberlain, J., 2016. Progesterone, cervical cerclage and cervical pessary for primary prevention of preterm birth in high risk singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1(214), pp.S248-S249.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barret, J., Chamberlain, J. and Dodd, J., 2016. P-OBS-JM-077 What is the Best Intervention for Preventing Preterm Birth: Progesterone, Cerclage or Pessary? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.489.
Chamberlain, J. and E. Nakabembe. (2016) Water: A Missing Link That Can Save Mothers and Newborns. Solutions 7(6):40-46.
Nakabembe, E., Chamberlain, J., Ssonko, M., Mirembe, F., Scott, D. and Agutu, T., 2015. Bridging the communication gap between communities and health facilities using modern accessible technology with information power for improved care of vulnerable mothers and newborns. Canadian Journal of Surgery, 58(4 Suppl 1), p.S165.
Chamberlain, J. and Nakabembe, E., 2015. Moving Goals and Policy Into Effective Action for Mothers and Newborns Around the World: the Mother-and Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.14-15.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2012. Training multidisciplinary leaders for health promotion in developing countries: lessons learned. Health promotion practice, 13(3), pp.344-348.
Watt, S., and Chamberlain, J., 2012. Training and Retaining Effective Safe Motherhood Advocates. Interdisciplinary Studies Journal, 1(4), p.9.
Watt, S. and Chamberlain, J., 2011. Water, climate change, and maternal and newborn health. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 3(6), pp.491-496.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2008. Education for safe motherhood: a Save the Mothers’ advocacy initiative. Leadership in Health Services, 21(4), pp.278-289.
Chamberlain, J., Watt, S., Mohide, P., Muggah, H., Trim, K. and Kyomuhendo, G.B., 2007. Women’s perception of self-worth and access to health care. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 98(1), pp.75-79.
Chamberlain JE. (2004). Compassion in Life, Caring in Death.(editorial). JOGC July 2004 26 (7): 621.
Chamberlain JE, Lalonde A, Sarulkarum A, McDonagh R. The Role of Professional Associations in Reducing Maternal Mortality. Int. J. of Gyencol Obstet 2003: 83 (1):94-102.
Chamberlain, JE. From Fistula Patient to Fistula Surgeon. JOGC, February 2003
Thistle PJ, Chamberlain J. Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Section in Rural African Setting. Int. J. of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 77, April 2002, 31.
Jean Chamberlain
MD
Professor, Undergraduate Program Director
General
Ann Marie Chen
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
After completing her BSc with honours at the University of Toronto in 1992, Dr. Ann Marie Chen began medical school at the University of Toronto. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and oynecology at McMaster University and, in 2001, joined the department.
Dr. Chen is an assistant clinical professor and active staff in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation.
AWARDS
- 2015 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education, McMaster University, OBGYN Dept
- 2018 Excellence in Resident Teaching, McMaster University, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PUBLICATIONS
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Bracken, K., Chen, A.M., McDonald, H., Malott, A., Hutchison, R., Haley, S., Lutsiv, O., Taylor, V.H. and Good, C., 2012. Comparison of midwifery, family medicine, and obstetric patients’ understanding of weight gain during pregnancy: a minority of women report correct counselling. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 34(2), pp.129-135.
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Taylor, V., Lutsiv, O., Bracken, K., Good, C., Hutton, E., Chen, A.M., Hutchison, R., Malott, A. and McDonald, H., 2011. 182-Three-quarters of overweight and obese women are planning on exceeding the gestational weight gain recommendations. Canadian Journal of Diabetes, 35(2), p.187.
Ann Marie Chen
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Mary Coll-Black
BSc(H), MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Burnout
Research Themes
Minimally invasive gynecology; Minimally invasive surgery; Hysterectomy; Laparoscopy
FEATURED PUBLICATIONS
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Mary Coll-Black
BSc(H), MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
Dustin Costescu
MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
Family Planning and Contraception; General
BIO
Dr. Dustin Costescu is an academic generalist, family planning specialist in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu completed his Bsc at the University of Guelph, his doctorate of medicine from the University of Western Ontario and his obstetrics and gynaecology residency at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu also completed a fellowship in contraception advice research and education from Queen’s University.
Clinical, Educational and Administrative Work
Dr. Costescu’s clinical practice focuses in contraceptive care, family planning, colposcopy and sexual medicine, in addition to general OB/Gyn complaints. Dr. Costescu teaches medical students, residents and allied health professionals in many of these areas, and is an invited lecturer locally, nationally and internationally as a family planning expert. Dr. Costescu is the current continuing education director for the department.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Dr. Costescu’s research focuses on contraception and family planning. Currently, the following areas are being investigated:
- Family planning need and contraceptive use in special populations
- Contraceptive decision-making
- Qualitative experiences of unintended pregnancy and abortion, both for women and men involved in the pregnancy
- Optimizing contraceptive care
PUBLICATIONS
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. No. 329-Canadian Contraception Consensus Part 4 of 4 Chapter 9: Combined Hormonal Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.229-268.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (4 e partie de 4): chapitre 9–contraception hormonale combinée. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.269-314.
Syan, S.K., Minuzzi, L., Costescu, D., Smith, M., Allega, O.R., Coote, M., Hall, G.B. and Frey, B.N., 2017. Influence of endogenous estradiol, progesterone, allopregnanolone, and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate on brain resting state functional connectivity across the menstrual cycle. Fertility and Sterility, 107(5), pp.1246-1255.
Dylan Ehman, MD, MSc; Dustin Costescu MD, FRCSC Tubal Sterilization in Women Uner 30: Case Series and Ethical Implications JOGC 2017 Sept; .doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2017.05.034
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report
Ferguson, C.A., Costescu, D., Jamieson, M.A. and Jong, L., 2016. Transmural migration and perforation of a levonorgestrel intrauterine system: a case report and review of the literature.
Liauw, J., Foran, J., Dineley, B., Costescu, D. and Kouyoumdjian, F.G., 2016. The Unmet Contraceptive Need of Incarcerated Women in Ontario
Soon, J.A., Costescu, D. and Guilbert, E., 2016. Medications Used in Evidence-Based Regimens for Medical Abortion: An Overview. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(7), pp.636-645.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, E., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Medical abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.366-389.
Costescu, D.J., 2016. Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine systems for long-acting contraception: current perspectives, safety, and patient counseling. International journal of women’s health, 8, p.589.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Blake, J., Waddington, A., Black, D., Brown, V., Costescu, D., Mangat, R., Rittenberg, D., Leboeuf, M., Malhotra, U., Fisher, W. and Cook, J., 2016. Intrauterine contraception: Build your expertise intrauterine contraceptive health Practitioner/patient Audit Program. Bjog: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 123, pp.47-48.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian Contraception Consensus (Part 3 of 4): Chapter 8–Progestin-Only Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.279-300.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Costescu, D., Liauw, J. and Dineley, B., Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynaecology residency programmes. Book of Abstracts, The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care, 21:sup1, p.101
Liauw, J., Dineley, B., Gerster, K., Hill, N. and Costescu, D., 2016. Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. Contraception, 94(5), pp.478-482.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, É., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Avortement médical. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.390-420.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian contraception consensus (part 3 of 4): chapter 7–intrauterine contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.182-222.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Canadian contraception consensus (part 1 of 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.936-938.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (1 re partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.939-942.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Hauck, B. and Costescu, D., 2015. Barriers and misperceptions limiting widespread use of intrauterine contraception among Canadian women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(7), pp.606-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Waddington, A., 2013. Any review must carefully weigh the available evidence. BMJ, 346, p.f2250.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Lamont, J.A., 2013. Understanding the pregnancy decision-making process among couples seeking induced abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(10), pp.899-904.
Dustin Costescu
MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
Family Planning and Contraception; General
Amie Cullimore
BSc, BEd, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Amie Cullimore is currently a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare.
AWARDS
- 2008, Ontario Hospital Association, Leading Practice Award
- 2007, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada, Carl Nimrod Educator of the Year Award
- 2005, Canadian Association of Medical Education, Certificate of Merit Award
- 2005, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology AGM., Best Oral Presentation
- 2004, The Professional Association of Internes and Residents of Ontario (PAIRO) Trust Fund Travel Award for Clinical Educators
- 2004, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology (APOG) AGM, Best Poster, 2nd Place
- 2002, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Excellence in Teaching Award
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Medical Education, Progress Testing in Postgraduate Training
PUBLICATIONS
Abbott, J.F., Pradhan, A., Buery-Joyner, S., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S., Hueppchen, N.A. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2017. To the Point: Integrating Patient Safety Education Into the Obstetrics and Gynecology Undergraduate Curriculum. Journal of Patient Safety.
Dugoff, L., Pradhan, A., Casey, P., Dalrymple, J.L., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Chuang, A., Cullimore, A.J., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2016. Pelvic and breast examination skills curricula in United States medical schools: a survey of obstetrics and gynecology clerkship directors. BMC Medical Education, 16(1), p.314.
Dalrymple, J.L., Cullimore, A.J., Hiraoka, M., Holmström, S. and Hueppchen, N.A., 2014. Abstracts From the Proceedings of the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) and Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO). Teaching and learning in medicine, 26(4), pp.431-437.
Hampton, B.S., Chuang, A.W., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Page-Ramsey, S. and Pradhan, A., 2014. To the point: obstetrics and gynecology global health experiences for medical students. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 211(1), pp.18-23.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J., Davis, K.R., Hueppchen, N.A., Katz, N.T., Nuthalapaty, F.S. and Pradhan, A., 2013. e-Professionalism: A new frontier in medical education. Teaching and learning in medicine, 25(2), pp.165-170.
Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Chuang, A.W., Dalrymple, J.L., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Pradhan, A., 2012. To the point: a primer on medical education research. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 207(1), pp.9-13.
Hueppchen, N., Dalrymple, J.L., Hammoud, M.M., Abbott, J.F., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Cullimore, A., Davis, K.R., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2011. To the point: medical education reviews—ongoing call for faculty development. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 205(3), pp.171-176.
Dore, K.L., Kreuger, S., Ladhani, M., Rolfson, D., Kurtz, D., Kulasegaram, K., Cullimore, A.J., Norman, G.R., Eva, K.W., Bates, S. and Reiter, H.I., 2010. The reliability and acceptability of the multiple mini-interview as a selection instrument for postgraduate admissions. Academic Medicine, 85(10), pp.S60-S63.
Chuang, A.W., Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Hueppchen, N.A. and Katz, N.T., 2010. To the point: reviews in medical education—taking control of the hidden curriculum. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 203(4), pp.316-e1.
Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Hueppchen, N.A., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Nuthalapaty, F.S., 2010. The obstetrics and gynaecology resident as teacher. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1176-1185.
Amie Cullimore
BSc, BEd, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Professor
General
Christine DeJong
BSc, MSc, MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Christine DeJong is chief of obstetrics and gynecology at Joseph Brant Hospital and associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University.
In addition to obstetrics, Dr. DeJong has an interest in urogynecology and colposcopy.
After earning her BSc from Calvin College in 1987, Dr. DeJong attended graduate school at the University of Guelph, earning her MSc in 1989. In 1992, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology.
Christine DeJong
BSc, MSc, MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Cara Donnery
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Cara Donnery completed her bachelor of arts and science at McMaster University in 2000. She then went on to complete her medical degree in 2003 and residency in obstetrics and gynecology in 2008 at McMaster. A self-described “McMaster Lifer”, she was thrilled to join the department as a clinical scholar in 2008, before accepting a full-time academic position with the department in 2009. During her clinical scholar year, she focused on medical education completing both the basic and advanced clinical teaching certificates through the program for faculty development. She has also completed the faculty of health sciences academic leadership program. Dr. Donnery’s passion for mentoring and teaching has earned her several teaching awards including the CREOG Teaching Award for excellence in resident teaching and the APOG Carl Nimrod award. Her clinical practice is based out of St. Joseph’s Healthcare and focuses on general obstetrics, gynecology and colposcopy.
PUBLICATIONS
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Sharpe, C.J., Crowther, M.A., Webert, K.E. and Donnery, C., 2011. Cerebral venous thrombosis during pregnancy in the setting of type I antithrombin deficiency: case report and literature review. Transfusion medicine reviews, 25(1), pp.61-65.
Cara Donnery
MD
Associate Professor
General
Marie-Josée Dubé
BA, MD, FRCSC, FSOGC
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery; General
BIO
Dr. Marie-Josée Dubé was born in Québec City and moved to Montréal to obtain her cégep diploma at the renowned Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf. She then completed an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in political science and studied public administration (health policies) at the graduate level, both at Laval University in Québec.
After having obtained her dedical doctorate at Laval University, she completed her post-graduate residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, in 2004. During her medical and gynecological training, she worked in Paris (France) and in Sousse (Tunisia- SOGC Fellowship and Berlex Grant). She is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Dr. Dubé did a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, in Switzerland (2005). She has been an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University since 2006.
Her recent work interests revolve around colposcopy, advanced laparoscopic surgeries, hysteroscopy and family planning. Dr. Dubé had a special interest in teaching minimally invasive surgical techniques to the residents of the program and to gynecologists in and around the Hamilton region. She was actively involved in the Centre for Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) sessions for junior and senior residents.
AWARDS
- Outstanding Resident Teacher Award – 2004
- H. R. Morgan Surgical Teaching Award – 2007
PUBLICATIONS, LECTURES, VIDEO AND SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS:
- Traitement conservateur des fibromes : recommandations pour la pratique
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, D Stucki PD Hagmann, T Hess, HM Hoogewoud, S Jacob, K Kinkel, MD Mueller, S Sporri, R Steiner, JM Wenger.
Revue Médicale Suisse, novembre 2005, no 40, pp.2591-2597. - Laparoscopic Treatment of Genital Prolapse: results of a series on 42 cases of Lateral Suspension using a Mesh.
JB Dubuisson, S Jacob, JM Wenger, MJ Dubé
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S72. - Towards a Swiss Consensus on Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
MJ Dubé, JB Dubuisson
SwissendosFribourg, Advanced Laparoscopic Courses, Fribourg, April 2005, Oral Presentation (by JB Dubuisson) - Laparoscopic Myomectomy with Uterine Artery Ligation.
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
Oral presentation (by JB Dubuisson) at the ASRM International Meeting, Montréal, October 2005 - Laparoscopic Anterolateral Colposuspension for the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Lateral Cystocele.
Video, May 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - Laparoscopic Myomectomy.
Video, April 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - New Laparoscopic Technique for Cure of Cystocele and Stress Urinary Incontinence Without Mesh.
Video, November 2006
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, AT Vlastos, M Ghahremani
AAGL 35th Global Congress, Las Vegas, November 2006
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2006, vol 13, no 5, Supplement, p.S161
Marie-Josée Dubé
BA, MD, FRCSC, FSOGC
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery; General
Susan Ellis
BSC(H), MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Susan Ellis is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and chief of the Department and Active Medical Staff at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
Throughout her career, Dr. Ellis’s dedication to education has earned her several awards, including the McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching.
In 2014, she attended the Mayo Clinic for Instructor Development: Simulation-Based Education Design and Debriefing. She led the development of the postgraduate simulation program and is a dedicated simulation educator and researcher. In her role as chief, her team implemented an interprofessional and multidisciplinary in-situ simulation program.
AWARDS
- 2020: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Annual Consultant’s Award
- 2014: McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching
- 2011: Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Residents’ Award for Excellence in Teaching Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2010–11: The Association of Professionals in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (APOG), Carl Nimrod Educator Award
- 2007: McMaster University Medical Centre, Association of Professors of Gynecology & Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching for Undergraduate Education
- 2004: McMaster University, McMaster University Residents Award for Excellence in Teaching, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2000: McMaster University, Distinguished Service Award, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Simulation
- Quality and Patient Safety
PUBLICATIONS
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384. P-OBS-JM-061
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
2009. Torrance SM, Muhn N, Ellis S, Rebello R, Ramanna R. Role of Dynamic MRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma, J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2009 May;31(5):446-51.
2009. Torrance, S.M., Muhn, N., Ellis, S., Rebello, R. and Ramanna, R., 2009. Role of DynamicMRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 31(5), pp.446-451.
Susan Ellis
BSC(H), MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
General
Nirupa Gangam
BSc, MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
After earning her BSc with distinction at the University of Western Ontario in 1998, Dr. Nirupa Gangam began medical school at Queen’s University. In 2002, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and in 2008 she completed a clinical scholarship in obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound.
Dr. Gangam is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital and a member of the Gynecologic Quality of Care Committee at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton.
PUBLICATIONS
Gangam, N. and Kanee, A., 2007. Retroperitoneal hemorrhage after a vaginal mesh prolapse procedure. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 110(2, Part 2), pp.463-464.
Nirupa Gangam
BSc, MD
Associate Professor
General
Aseel Hamoudi
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Aseel Hamoudi is an academic generalist in the Department of Obstetrics& Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Hamoudi completed medical school in Iraq and did her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also completed a fellowship in high risk obstetrics from the University of Toronto and a masters in health science education from McMaster University.
Dr. Hamoudi’s clinical practice focuses on General OB/Gyn complaints and colposcopy. Dr. Hamoudi is the current Medical Foundation 3 (MF3) subunit planner at McMaster Medical School.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Colposcopy; High risk obstetrics; Education; Menopause
PUBLICATIONS
Hamoudi, A. and Shier, M., 2010. Late complications of childhood female genital mutilation. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.587-589.
Aseel Hamoudi
MD
Associate Professor
General
Nicholas Leyland
BASc, MD, MHCM, FRCSC
Professor
General, Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Nicholas Leyland earned his bachelor of applied science from the University of Guelph in 1979, and his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1983. In 1988, he earned his FRCSC. In 2006, he graduated Summa Cum Lauda from Harvard University with a master’s of health care management. Dr. Leyland joined the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University as an associate clinical professor in obstetrics and gynecology in 2009. On July 1, 2010, Dr. Leyland became professor and chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Biomarkers; Abnormal uterine bleeding; Clinical practice guidelines; Minimally invasive surgery; Uterine fibroids; Selective progesterone receptor modulators; Perioperative surgical pain optimization; Simulation in surgical training
PUBLICATIONS
Taylor, H. S., Giudice, L. C., Lessey, B. A., Abrao, M. S., Kotarski, J., Archer, D. F.,… & Gallagher, J. C. (2017). Treatment of Endometriosis-Associated Pain with Elagolix, an Oral GnRH Antagonist. The New England journal of medicine. 377(1), p.28-40.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Mosher, A., Tsoulis, M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W., 2017.The Role of Melatonin and Prostaglandins in Endometriosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.398.
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Singh, S.S., Jackie, T., Clancy, A. and Leyland, N., 2017. Laparoscopic Cerclage: Challenging Cases. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.382.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Grainger, D., Johns, D.A., Adkins, R.T., Presthus, J., Basinski, C., Swarup, M., Gimpelson, R. and Leyland, N., 2017. A Randomized Controlled Multicenter US Food and Drug Administration Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System: One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 24(1), pp.124-132.
Leung, S., Leyland, N. and Murji, A., 2016. Decreasing Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Performed in the Operating Room: A Quality Improvement Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.351-356.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2016. Use of ulipristal acetate for the management of fibroid-related acute abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(1), pp.80-83.
Murji, A., De Gasperis-Brigante, C. and Leyland, N., 2016. Richter’s Hernia After Laparoscopic Surgery. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 24(4), pp.518-19.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y. and Leyland, N., 2016. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S550-S576.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N., Solnik, J. and Murji, A., 2016. Does Ulipristal Acetate Objectively Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), pp.S2-S3.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Sabatino, L., DeFrance, B., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2016. Implementation of an interprofessional team review of adverse events in obstetrics using a standardized computer tool: A mixed methods study. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.168-176.
Laberge, P.Y., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Thiel, J., Johns, D.A., Grainger, D., Presthus, J., Adkins, T., Leyland, N., Basinski, C. and Gimpelson, R., 2016. A Randomized, Controlled, Multi-Center Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System. One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S44.
Wessels, J.M., Kay, V.R., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2016. Assessing brain-derived neurotrophic factor as a novel clinical marker of endometriosis. Fertility and Sterility, 105(1), pp.119-128.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P. and Vilos, G., 2016. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S609-S628.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N. and Wolfman, W.L., 2016. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S231-S263.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.179-181.
Leyland, N., 2015. Myomectomy After Uliprisal Acetate. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S144.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O. and Leyland, N., 2016. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S537-S549.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.79-81.
Arendas, K., Aldossary, M., Cipolla, A., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Hysteroscopic resection in the management of early-stage endometrial cancer: report of 2 cases and review of the literature. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(1), pp.34-39.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Endometrial ablation in the management of abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.362-376.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.377-379.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Ahmed, R., Simioni, J., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2015. Learning from Adverse Events in Obstetrics: Is a Standardized Computer Tool an Effective Strategy for Root Cause Analysis?. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(8), pp.728-735.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2015. Estrogen induced changes in uterine brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors. Human Reproduction, p.dev018.
Arendas, K., Foster, W.G. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Impact of surgical excision of deep infltratng bowel endometriosis on health-related quality of life: review of current literature. Journal of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Disorders, 7(1), pp.3-9.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Technical update on tissue morcellation during gynaecologic surgery: its uses, complications, and risks of unsuspected malignancy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.68-78.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Leyland, N.A., 2015. The Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator, Ulipristal Acetate, in the Management of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(6S), p.S73.
Bougie, O., Murji, A., Arendas, K., Vilos, G., Allaire, C., Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Chen, I. and Singh, S.S., 2015. Power Morcellation in Gynecologic Surgery: A Survey of Canadian Practice. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S99.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. The management of uterine leiomyomas. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.157-178.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Para-Ovarian Endomerioma in a Patient with a Congenital Uterine Anomaly. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S216.
Wessels, J.M., Wu, L., Leyland, N.A., Wang, H. and Foster, W.G., 2014. The brain-uterus connection: brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and its receptor (Ntrk2) are conserved in the mammalian uterus. PloS one, 9(4), p.e94036.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Good proteins gone bad: brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors in endometriotic implants and the role of estrogen. Fertility and Sterility, 102(3), pp.e10-e11.
Arendas, K., Al-Dossary, M.I., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Successful Pregnancy after Targeted Hysteroscopy for Endometrial Adenocarcinoma. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S7.
Thiel, J.A., Rattray, D.D. and Leyland, N., 2014. Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Volumetric Thermal Ablation (RFVTA) of Symptomatic Fibroids and Myomectomy: A Randomized Trial of Uterine-Sparing Techniques in Canada. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S101.
Clancy, A. A., N. Leyland, and S. S. Singh. “Approach to Laparoscopic Cerclage.” Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology 21, no. 6 (2014): S65.
Tepperman, E.D., Sobel, M.L., Murji, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Appendectomy in Gynecology. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S20.
Toor, K., Wessels, J.M., Agarwal, S.K., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Clinical markers of endometriosis: have we been too quick to judge?. Medical hypotheses, 82(4), pp.493-501.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Basinski, C., Thiel, J., Leyland, N., Presthus, J., Johns, A., Grainger, D., Adkins, T. and Swarup, M., 2014. A Prospective, Randomized, Multi-Center, Controlled, International Clinical Study of the Safety and Efficacy of the MINERVA Endometrial Ablation System. 6 & 12-Months Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S144.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Ulipristal Acetate for the Management of Acute Fibroid-Related Menorrhagia. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S196.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., CLINIQUE-GYNECOLOGIE, C.D.P., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M. and Lemyre, M., 2013. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.476-479.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S., Murji, A. and Foster, W.G., 2013. Can brain-derived neurotrophic factor be a clinical marker for endometriosis?. Fertility and Sterility, 100(3), pp.S101-S102.
Murji, A., Sobel, M. and Leyland, N., 2013. Uterine and Internal Iliac Artery Ligation: Anatomy and Clinical Applications for Benign Gynecology. The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 6(20), p.S182.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., CLINIQUE-GYNÉCOLOGIE, C.D.P., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W. and Allaire, C., 2013. Chirurgie esthétique génitale chez la femme. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1113-1114.
Singh, S.S., Mehra, N., Hopkins, L., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Liste de contrôle de la sécurité chirurgicale en obstétrique-gynécologie. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(1), pp.84-85.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C. and Awadalla, A., 2013. Female genital cosmetic surgery. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1108-1112.
Murji, A., Glass, K. and Leyland, N., 2013. Isthmocele. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(9), p.780.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Abnormal uterine bleeding in pre-menopausal women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.47
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2012. Uterine Expression of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Its Receptor During the Estrous Cycle and Menstrual Cycle. Biology of Reproduction, 87(Suppl 1), pp.335-335.
Lokuge, S., Fruci, V., Abraham, T., Youash, S., Bates, S. and Leyland, N., 2012. Does Innate Motor Skill Predict Medical Student’s Interest in Pursuing a Surgical Specialty?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 19(6), p.S25.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2011. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 112(3), pp.252-256.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Asymptomatic endometrial thickening. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(10), pp.990-999.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Adhesion prevention in gynaecological surgery. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 111(2), pp193-7.
Leyland, N., Casper, R., Laberge, P., Singh, S.S., Allen, L., Arendas, K., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E. and Dunn, S., 2010. Endometriosis: diagnosis and management. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(7), pp.S1-S3.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Épaississement endométrial asymptomatique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(11), pp.1070-1081.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Hystérectomie supracervicale. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.69-76.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Prévention des adhérences en chirurgie gynécologique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.603-608.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Supracervical hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.62-68.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2010. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1192-1197.
Nicholas Leyland
BASc, MD, MHCM, FRCSC
Professor
General, Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery
Lea Luketic
MSc, MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Lea Luketic is currently an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare. She earned her bachelor of science at the University of Guelph and a master of science at McMaster University. She obtained her MD from the University of Toronto in 2010. Her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology was completed at McMaster University in 2015. She then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital at the University of Toronto and joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University in 2017. She is currently working on finishing a master of science in healthcare quality at Queen’s University.
Awards
Resident Teaching Award in 2015
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Uterine fibroids; Patient safety; Healthcare quality; Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
PUBLICATIONS
Luketic, L., Jacobson, M., Allen, L., Bernardini, M. and Sobel, M., 2017. Risk-Reducing Salpingo-Oophorectomy in BRCA Mutation Carriers. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.397.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Zwayne, N., Kives, S., Luketic, L. and Allen, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, 29(2), p.165
Zwayne, N., Allen, L., Kives, S. and Luketic, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.504.
Luketic, L., Sobel, M. and Murji, A., 2016. Surgical Management of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S154.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.493.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S157.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Options to Evaluate Ureter Patency at Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 23(6), pp.878-885.
White-Campbell, M., Luketic, L. and MacDonald, S., 2014. Psychosocial groupwork for older adults having substance use and mental health issues. Groupwork, 24(1), pp.60-80.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Luketic, L., Delanghe, J., Sobol, P.T., Yang, P., Frotten, E., Mossman, K.L., Gauldie, J., Bramson, J. and Wan, Y., 2007. Antigen presentation by exosomes released from peptide-pulsed dendritic cells is not suppressed by the presence of active CTL. The Journal of Immunology, 179(8), pp.5024-5032.
Lea Luketic
MSc, MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
Leyla Mangaloglu
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Broad generalist community practice in obstetrics and gynecology. Great networking with regional tertiary care facilities. Special interest in quality and safety measures for obstetrics and gynecology.
Leyla Mangaloglu
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Richard Persadie
BSc, MD, FRCS(C)
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Richard J. Persadie is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. He is the director of ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology and site coordinator for the postgraduate education program. Practice interests include ultrasound, laparoscopic surgery and colposcopy.
Honours
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
AWARDS
- 2006 Council of Residency Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education
- The Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching Award 2004
- Quality Assurance Award for Obstetrics and Gynecology 1998 for: Antibiotic Prophylaxis at Cesarean Section: An audit of fifty consecutive cases. Hopkins L., McDonagh R., Persadie R.
- Dr. James B. Osbaldeston Audit Award for 1998 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton for: An Audit of the Intrapartum Management of Twins. Persadie R.
- F.L. Johnson Research Award for Ultrasound Detection of Fetal Anomalies
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology
- Colposcopy
- Laparoscopic procedures including: laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomies, laparoscopic management of ovarian cysts and ectopic pregnancies
- Education of residents and medical students
- Quality assurance
PUBLICATIONS
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.275-278.
Morrison, K.M., Anand, S.S., Yusuf, S., Atkinson, S.A., Schulze, K.M., Rao-Melacini, P., McQueen, M.J., McDonald, S., Persadie, R., Hunter, B. and Bourgeois, J., 2013. Maternal and pregnancy related predictors of cardiometabolic traits in newborns. PLoS One, 8(2), p.e55815.
Morrison, K.M., Atkinson, S.A., Yusuf, S., Bourgeois, J., McDonald, S., McQueen, M.J., Persadie, R., Hunter, B., Pogue, J. and Teo, K., 2009. The Family Atherosclerosis Monitoring In earLY life (FAMILY) study: rationale, design, and baseline data of a study examining the early determinants of atherosclerosis. American heart journal, 158(4), pp.533-539.
Rubabaza, P. and Persadie, R.J., 2008. Two cases of umbilical vein thrombosis, one with associated portal vein thrombosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 30(4), pp.338-343.
Persadie R, Fortier, A, Stopps R.Ectopic Pregnancy in a Caesarean Scar A Case Report. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2005:
Persadie R., McDonagh R.Vaginal Birth after Cesarean section: Clinical and legal perspectives. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2003;25(10):846-52
Persadie R. Ultrasonographic assessment of endometrial thickness: A review. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2002; 24 (2):131-36
Persadie R., Mohide P., 2001-03-14-18 Choledochal cyst www.TheFetus.net
Persadie R., Maguire J. Infantile Inflammatory Myopathy: A Case Report. Brain Pathology 1994; 4:567 (This paper was presented at the XIIth International Congress of Neuropathology in Toronto, Ontario on September 23, 1994.)
Richard Persadie
BSc, MD, FRCS(C)
Associate Professor
General
David Rouselle
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. David Rouselle completed medical school at Queen’s University in 1981 and began a residency in family medicine at the University of Western, Ontario. In 1983, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University, where he now holds the rank of assistant clinical professor.
Dr. Rouselle was the chair of the Ontario Section of District V, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, from 2009–12. From 2011 to 2020, Dr. Rouselle served on the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). In 2016–2017, he was president of the CPSO.
David Rouselle
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Sarah Scattolon
MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General; Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Sarah Scattolon is an academic obstetrician and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Scattolon completed her doctorate of medicine at the University of Toronto and her obstetrics and gynecology residency at McMaster University. She has also completed a two-year fellowship in minimally invasive gynecology surgery at McMaster University.
Dr. Scattolon’s practice focuses on complex gynecologic surgery, endometriosis care, fibroids and low-risk obstetrics. She plays an active role in teaching trainees of all levels and is currently pursuing a master’s in health research methodology with a focus on health services. Dr. Scattolon’s research interests include optimization of medical and surgical treatments of endometriosis, knowledge translation and adherence to clinical practice guidelines.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Knowledge translation; Clinical practice guidelines; Medical therapies for Endometriosis
Sarah Scattolon
MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General; Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery
Carmela Sciarra
BScN, MD, FRCSC
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Carmela Sciarra is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and general OB/Gyn at Hamilton Health Sciences Centre.
In 1983 Dr. Sciarra earned her registered nursing diploma from Conestoga College. She worked as a registered nurse in critical care areas including emergency room (ER), critical care unit (CCU) and intensive care unit (ICU) until 1992, when she completed her BScN and began medical school at McMaster University. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Access to care; Health services; Obstetrics
Carmela Sciarra
BScN, MD, FRCSC
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
Alison Shea
BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Menopause and Reproductive Mental Health; General
BIO
Dr. Shea completed a one-year fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in menopause and reproductive mental health in 2017. She is certified menopause practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. Prior to that, she completed a BSc at the University of Maryland (2000), her medical degree at the University of Ottawa (2011) and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also earned an MSc in neuroscience and behavioural sciences at McMaster University, in 2003, and a PhD in medical sciences, in 2007, from the University of Toronto.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Menopausal health
- Perinatal substance use
- Perinatal mental mealth
Alison Shea
BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Menopause and Reproductive Mental Health; General
Caroline Sibley
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
After earning her BA from McMaster University in 1982, Dr. Caroline Sibley entered graduate school at Queen’s University, earning her MA in History. In 1990, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and began a rotating internship at the University of Toronto.
In 1995, Dr. Sibley completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and joined the department, where she now holds the rank of associate clinical professor.
Caroline Sibley
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
Ben Tse
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Ben Tse earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1976 and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Upon completing residency in 1980, he began a one year fellowship in gynecology oncology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Tse is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff in the Department of OB/Gyn and head of the division of gynecology at Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto.
Ben Tse
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
Peter Watt
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Peter Watt earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1986 and began a general comprehensive internship at East General and Orthopedic Hospital in Toronto. In 1986, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Watt is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and an obstetrician-gynecologist at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Colposcopy
- Aminoglycosides
- Minimally invasive laparoscopy and hysteroscopy and infertility including ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination.
Peter Watt
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
Stephen Bates
MD, MSc
Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Stephen Bates earned his medical degree from McMaster University in 1979 and entered a residency in family medicine. In 1984, he completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology and began his general practice in obstetrics and gynecology, including colposcopy, laser surgery of the genital tract, hysteroscopy, endometrial ablation and operative laparoscopy. In 1994, he completed his MSc in clinical epidemiology and biostatistics at McMaster University.
In addition to his practice in Brantford, Dr. Bates has dedicated his career to education, working as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at McMaster University.
AWARDS
His teaching of health professionals at all levels has earned him numerous awards including the Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Canada) Educator of the Year Award in 2006, the Faculty of Health Sciences Undergraduate MD Program Outstanding Preceptor Award in 2007 and the 2008 CREOG National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Study design to assess non-hysterectomy surgical therapy for menorrhagia
- Quality Improvement in medical practice
- Teaching of health professional at all levels
PUBLICATIONS
Malinowski A, Bates SK. Semantics and Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Cornual/Interstitial Pregnancy. Fertility and Sterility 2006; 86:1764. e11-4.
Bates SK. Postmenopausal Estrogen Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer. Journal of the Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada. September 1990; Volume 12, No. 7; page 9.
Stephen Bates
MD, MSc
Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Stephen Bates earned his medical degree from McMaster University in 1979 and entered a residency in family medicine. In 1984, he completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology and began his general practice in obstetrics and gynecology, including colposcopy, laser surgery of the genital tract, hysteroscopy, endometrial ablation and operative laparoscopy. In 1994, he completed his MSc in clinical epidemiology and biostatistics at McMaster University.
In addition to his practice in Brantford, Dr. Bates has dedicated his career to education, working as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at McMaster University.
AWARDS
His teaching of health professionals at all levels has earned him numerous awards including the Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Canada) Educator of the Year Award in 2006, the Faculty of Health Sciences Undergraduate MD Program Outstanding Preceptor Award in 2007 and the 2008 CREOG National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Study design to assess non-hysterectomy surgical therapy for menorrhagia
- Quality Improvement in medical practice
- Teaching of health professional at all levels
PUBLICATIONS
Malinowski A, Bates SK. Semantics and Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Cornual/Interstitial Pregnancy. Fertility and Sterility 2006; 86:1764. e11-4.
Bates SK. Postmenopausal Estrogen Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer. Journal of the Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada. September 1990; Volume 12, No. 7; page 9.
Jean Chamberlain
MD
Professor, Undergraduate Program Director
General
BIO
After completing her BSc in biochemistry at the University of Toronto, Dr. Jean Chamberlain attended medical school at the University of Toronto. She earned her MD in 1991 and completed a rotating internship at Toronto East General Hospital in 1992. Upon completion of a Royal College Fellowship in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Western Ontario in 1996, Dr. Chamberlain joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. She completed her master of education at the University of Toronto (OISE) in 1998.
Dr. Chamberlain is also co-director of the McMaster International Women’s Health Program and founding director of Save the Mothers (STM) International, an organization dedicated to saving some of the 287,000 mothers who die in childbirth every year. Dr. Chamberlain is an internationally recognized expert in women’s health and is a member of the Order of Canada. Her work has earned her several awards including the 2006 International Community Service Award from the Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists for her outstanding contribution to the health of mothers around the world.
Dr. Chamberlain also received the Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2009.
She has spent 12 years working in Uganda advocating for safe motherhood with Save the Mothers. Before her tenure in Uganda, she spent five years in Yemen as an obstetrician/gynecologist. While abroad, she maintained her academic position in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University. Currently, she is a professor at McMaster University with her clinical practice based out of St Joseph’s Hospital Hamilton.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
International women’s health, public health leadership, advocacy, refugee and immigrant women
HONOURS & AWARDS
- International Community Service Award, Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists (2006)
- Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award for work improving maternal health, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2009)
- Prix d’Excellence for going beyond the call of duty, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2012)
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal (2012)
- Iductee, Hamilton Gallery of Distinction (2013)
- Mission Legacy Award, The Sisters of St. Joseph, Hamilton (2013)
- Honorary Doctorate of Laws, University of Waterloo (2013)
- Member, Order of Canada (2014)
PUBLICATIONS
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C.K., Beyene, J., Dodd, J.M., Barrett, J., Shah, P.S., Cook, J.L., Saito, S., Biringer, A.B. and Sabatino, L., 2017. Effectiveness of progesterone, cerclage and pessary for preventing preterm birth in singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Gulmezoglu, M., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barrett, J. and Chamberlain, J., 2016. Progesterone, cervical cerclage and cervical pessary for primary prevention of preterm birth in high risk singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1(214), pp.S248-S249.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barret, J., Chamberlain, J. and Dodd, J., 2016. P-OBS-JM-077 What is the Best Intervention for Preventing Preterm Birth: Progesterone, Cerclage or Pessary? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.489.
Chamberlain, J. and E. Nakabembe. (2016) Water: A Missing Link That Can Save Mothers and Newborns. Solutions 7(6):40-46.
Nakabembe, E., Chamberlain, J., Ssonko, M., Mirembe, F., Scott, D. and Agutu, T., 2015. Bridging the communication gap between communities and health facilities using modern accessible technology with information power for improved care of vulnerable mothers and newborns. Canadian Journal of Surgery, 58(4 Suppl 1), p.S165.
Chamberlain, J. and Nakabembe, E., 2015. Moving Goals and Policy Into Effective Action for Mothers and Newborns Around the World: the Mother-and Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.14-15.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2012. Training multidisciplinary leaders for health promotion in developing countries: lessons learned. Health promotion practice, 13(3), pp.344-348.
Watt, S., and Chamberlain, J., 2012. Training and Retaining Effective Safe Motherhood Advocates. Interdisciplinary Studies Journal, 1(4), p.9.
Watt, S. and Chamberlain, J., 2011. Water, climate change, and maternal and newborn health. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 3(6), pp.491-496.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2008. Education for safe motherhood: a Save the Mothers’ advocacy initiative. Leadership in Health Services, 21(4), pp.278-289.
Chamberlain, J., Watt, S., Mohide, P., Muggah, H., Trim, K. and Kyomuhendo, G.B., 2007. Women’s perception of self-worth and access to health care. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 98(1), pp.75-79.
Chamberlain JE. (2004). Compassion in Life, Caring in Death.(editorial). JOGC July 2004 26 (7): 621.
Chamberlain JE, Lalonde A, Sarulkarum A, McDonagh R. The Role of Professional Associations in Reducing Maternal Mortality. Int. J. of Gyencol Obstet 2003: 83 (1):94-102.
Chamberlain, JE. From Fistula Patient to Fistula Surgeon. JOGC, February 2003
Thistle PJ, Chamberlain J. Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Section in Rural African Setting. Int. J. of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 77, April 2002, 31.
Jean Chamberlain
MD
Professor, Undergraduate Program Director
General
BIO
After completing her BSc in biochemistry at the University of Toronto, Dr. Jean Chamberlain attended medical school at the University of Toronto. She earned her MD in 1991 and completed a rotating internship at Toronto East General Hospital in 1992. Upon completion of a Royal College Fellowship in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Western Ontario in 1996, Dr. Chamberlain joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. She completed her master of education at the University of Toronto (OISE) in 1998.
Dr. Chamberlain is also co-director of the McMaster International Women’s Health Program and founding director of Save the Mothers (STM) International, an organization dedicated to saving some of the 287,000 mothers who die in childbirth every year. Dr. Chamberlain is an internationally recognized expert in women’s health and is a member of the Order of Canada. Her work has earned her several awards including the 2006 International Community Service Award from the Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists for her outstanding contribution to the health of mothers around the world.
Dr. Chamberlain also received the Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2009.
She has spent 12 years working in Uganda advocating for safe motherhood with Save the Mothers. Before her tenure in Uganda, she spent five years in Yemen as an obstetrician/gynecologist. While abroad, she maintained her academic position in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University. Currently, she is a professor at McMaster University with her clinical practice based out of St Joseph’s Hospital Hamilton.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
International women’s health, public health leadership, advocacy, refugee and immigrant women
HONOURS & AWARDS
- International Community Service Award, Federation of International Obstetricians/Gynecologists (2006)
- Teasdale-Corti Humanitarian Award for work improving maternal health, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2009)
- Prix d’Excellence for going beyond the call of duty, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2012)
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal (2012)
- Iductee, Hamilton Gallery of Distinction (2013)
- Mission Legacy Award, The Sisters of St. Joseph, Hamilton (2013)
- Honorary Doctorate of Laws, University of Waterloo (2013)
- Member, Order of Canada (2014)
PUBLICATIONS
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C.K., Beyene, J., Dodd, J.M., Barrett, J., Shah, P.S., Cook, J.L., Saito, S., Biringer, A.B. and Sabatino, L., 2017. Effectiveness of progesterone, cerclage and pessary for preventing preterm birth in singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Gulmezoglu, M., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barrett, J. and Chamberlain, J., 2016. Progesterone, cervical cerclage and cervical pessary for primary prevention of preterm birth in high risk singleton pregnancies: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1(214), pp.S248-S249.
Jarde, A., Lutsiv, O., Park, C., Shah, P., Biringer, A., Saito, S., Cook, J., Vera, C., Barret, J., Chamberlain, J. and Dodd, J., 2016. P-OBS-JM-077 What is the Best Intervention for Preventing Preterm Birth: Progesterone, Cerclage or Pessary? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.489.
Chamberlain, J. and E. Nakabembe. (2016) Water: A Missing Link That Can Save Mothers and Newborns. Solutions 7(6):40-46.
Nakabembe, E., Chamberlain, J., Ssonko, M., Mirembe, F., Scott, D. and Agutu, T., 2015. Bridging the communication gap between communities and health facilities using modern accessible technology with information power for improved care of vulnerable mothers and newborns. Canadian Journal of Surgery, 58(4 Suppl 1), p.S165.
Chamberlain, J. and Nakabembe, E., 2015. Moving Goals and Policy Into Effective Action for Mothers and Newborns Around the World: the Mother-and Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.14-15.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2012. Training multidisciplinary leaders for health promotion in developing countries: lessons learned. Health promotion practice, 13(3), pp.344-348.
Watt, S., and Chamberlain, J., 2012. Training and Retaining Effective Safe Motherhood Advocates. Interdisciplinary Studies Journal, 1(4), p.9.
Watt, S. and Chamberlain, J., 2011. Water, climate change, and maternal and newborn health. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 3(6), pp.491-496.
Chamberlain, J. and Watt, S., 2008. Education for safe motherhood: a Save the Mothers’ advocacy initiative. Leadership in Health Services, 21(4), pp.278-289.
Chamberlain, J., Watt, S., Mohide, P., Muggah, H., Trim, K. and Kyomuhendo, G.B., 2007. Women’s perception of self-worth and access to health care. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 98(1), pp.75-79.
Chamberlain JE. (2004). Compassion in Life, Caring in Death.(editorial). JOGC July 2004 26 (7): 621.
Chamberlain JE, Lalonde A, Sarulkarum A, McDonagh R. The Role of Professional Associations in Reducing Maternal Mortality. Int. J. of Gyencol Obstet 2003: 83 (1):94-102.
Chamberlain, JE. From Fistula Patient to Fistula Surgeon. JOGC, February 2003
Thistle PJ, Chamberlain J. Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Section in Rural African Setting. Int. J. of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 77, April 2002, 31.
Ann Marie Chen
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
After completing her BSc with honours at the University of Toronto in 1992, Dr. Ann Marie Chen began medical school at the University of Toronto. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and oynecology at McMaster University and, in 2001, joined the department.
Dr. Chen is an assistant clinical professor and active staff in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation.
AWARDS
- 2015 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education, McMaster University, OBGYN Dept
- 2018 Excellence in Resident Teaching, McMaster University, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PUBLICATIONS
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Bracken, K., Chen, A.M., McDonald, H., Malott, A., Hutchison, R., Haley, S., Lutsiv, O., Taylor, V.H. and Good, C., 2012. Comparison of midwifery, family medicine, and obstetric patients’ understanding of weight gain during pregnancy: a minority of women report correct counselling. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 34(2), pp.129-135.
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Taylor, V., Lutsiv, O., Bracken, K., Good, C., Hutton, E., Chen, A.M., Hutchison, R., Malott, A. and McDonald, H., 2011. 182-Three-quarters of overweight and obese women are planning on exceeding the gestational weight gain recommendations. Canadian Journal of Diabetes, 35(2), p.187.
Ann Marie Chen
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
After completing her BSc with honours at the University of Toronto in 1992, Dr. Ann Marie Chen began medical school at the University of Toronto. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and oynecology at McMaster University and, in 2001, joined the department.
Dr. Chen is an assistant clinical professor and active staff in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation.
AWARDS
- 2015 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education, McMaster University, OBGYN Dept
- 2018 Excellence in Resident Teaching, McMaster University, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
PUBLICATIONS
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Bracken, K., Chen, A.M., McDonald, H., Malott, A., Hutchison, R., Haley, S., Lutsiv, O., Taylor, V.H. and Good, C., 2012. Comparison of midwifery, family medicine, and obstetric patients’ understanding of weight gain during pregnancy: a minority of women report correct counselling. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 34(2), pp.129-135.
McDonald, S.D., Pullenayegum, E., Taylor, V., Lutsiv, O., Bracken, K., Good, C., Hutton, E., Chen, A.M., Hutchison, R., Malott, A. and McDonald, H., 2011. 182-Three-quarters of overweight and obese women are planning on exceeding the gestational weight gain recommendations. Canadian Journal of Diabetes, 35(2), p.187.
Mary Coll-Black
BSc(H), MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Burnout
Research Themes
Minimally invasive gynecology; Minimally invasive surgery; Hysterectomy; Laparoscopy
FEATURED PUBLICATIONS
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Mary Coll-Black
BSc(H), MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Burnout
Research Themes
Minimally invasive gynecology; Minimally invasive surgery; Hysterectomy; Laparoscopy
FEATURED PUBLICATIONS
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Dustin Costescu
MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
Family Planning and Contraception; General
BIO
Dr. Dustin Costescu is an academic generalist, family planning specialist in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu completed his Bsc at the University of Guelph, his doctorate of medicine from the University of Western Ontario and his obstetrics and gynaecology residency at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu also completed a fellowship in contraception advice research and education from Queen’s University.
Clinical, Educational and Administrative Work
Dr. Costescu’s clinical practice focuses in contraceptive care, family planning, colposcopy and sexual medicine, in addition to general OB/Gyn complaints. Dr. Costescu teaches medical students, residents and allied health professionals in many of these areas, and is an invited lecturer locally, nationally and internationally as a family planning expert. Dr. Costescu is the current continuing education director for the department.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Dr. Costescu’s research focuses on contraception and family planning. Currently, the following areas are being investigated:
- Family planning need and contraceptive use in special populations
- Contraceptive decision-making
- Qualitative experiences of unintended pregnancy and abortion, both for women and men involved in the pregnancy
- Optimizing contraceptive care
PUBLICATIONS
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. No. 329-Canadian Contraception Consensus Part 4 of 4 Chapter 9: Combined Hormonal Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.229-268.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (4 e partie de 4): chapitre 9–contraception hormonale combinée. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.269-314.
Syan, S.K., Minuzzi, L., Costescu, D., Smith, M., Allega, O.R., Coote, M., Hall, G.B. and Frey, B.N., 2017. Influence of endogenous estradiol, progesterone, allopregnanolone, and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate on brain resting state functional connectivity across the menstrual cycle. Fertility and Sterility, 107(5), pp.1246-1255.
Dylan Ehman, MD, MSc; Dustin Costescu MD, FRCSC Tubal Sterilization in Women Uner 30: Case Series and Ethical Implications JOGC 2017 Sept; .doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2017.05.034
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report
Ferguson, C.A., Costescu, D., Jamieson, M.A. and Jong, L., 2016. Transmural migration and perforation of a levonorgestrel intrauterine system: a case report and review of the literature.
Liauw, J., Foran, J., Dineley, B., Costescu, D. and Kouyoumdjian, F.G., 2016. The Unmet Contraceptive Need of Incarcerated Women in Ontario
Soon, J.A., Costescu, D. and Guilbert, E., 2016. Medications Used in Evidence-Based Regimens for Medical Abortion: An Overview. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(7), pp.636-645.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, E., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Medical abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.366-389.
Costescu, D.J., 2016. Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine systems for long-acting contraception: current perspectives, safety, and patient counseling. International journal of women’s health, 8, p.589.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Blake, J., Waddington, A., Black, D., Brown, V., Costescu, D., Mangat, R., Rittenberg, D., Leboeuf, M., Malhotra, U., Fisher, W. and Cook, J., 2016. Intrauterine contraception: Build your expertise intrauterine contraceptive health Practitioner/patient Audit Program. Bjog: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 123, pp.47-48.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian Contraception Consensus (Part 3 of 4): Chapter 8–Progestin-Only Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.279-300.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Costescu, D., Liauw, J. and Dineley, B., Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynaecology residency programmes. Book of Abstracts, The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care, 21:sup1, p.101
Liauw, J., Dineley, B., Gerster, K., Hill, N. and Costescu, D., 2016. Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. Contraception, 94(5), pp.478-482.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, É., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Avortement médical. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.390-420.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian contraception consensus (part 3 of 4): chapter 7–intrauterine contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.182-222.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Canadian contraception consensus (part 1 of 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.936-938.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (1 re partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.939-942.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Hauck, B. and Costescu, D., 2015. Barriers and misperceptions limiting widespread use of intrauterine contraception among Canadian women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(7), pp.606-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Waddington, A., 2013. Any review must carefully weigh the available evidence. BMJ, 346, p.f2250.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Lamont, J.A., 2013. Understanding the pregnancy decision-making process among couples seeking induced abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(10), pp.899-904.
Dustin Costescu
MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
Family Planning and Contraception; General
BIO
Dr. Dustin Costescu is an academic generalist, family planning specialist in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu completed his Bsc at the University of Guelph, his doctorate of medicine from the University of Western Ontario and his obstetrics and gynaecology residency at McMaster University. Dr. Costescu also completed a fellowship in contraception advice research and education from Queen’s University.
Clinical, Educational and Administrative Work
Dr. Costescu’s clinical practice focuses in contraceptive care, family planning, colposcopy and sexual medicine, in addition to general OB/Gyn complaints. Dr. Costescu teaches medical students, residents and allied health professionals in many of these areas, and is an invited lecturer locally, nationally and internationally as a family planning expert. Dr. Costescu is the current continuing education director for the department.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Dr. Costescu’s research focuses on contraception and family planning. Currently, the following areas are being investigated:
- Family planning need and contraceptive use in special populations
- Contraceptive decision-making
- Qualitative experiences of unintended pregnancy and abortion, both for women and men involved in the pregnancy
- Optimizing contraceptive care
PUBLICATIONS
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. No. 329-Canadian Contraception Consensus Part 4 of 4 Chapter 9: Combined Hormonal Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.229-268.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2017. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (4 e partie de 4): chapitre 9–contraception hormonale combinée. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(4), pp.269-314.
Syan, S.K., Minuzzi, L., Costescu, D., Smith, M., Allega, O.R., Coote, M., Hall, G.B. and Frey, B.N., 2017. Influence of endogenous estradiol, progesterone, allopregnanolone, and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate on brain resting state functional connectivity across the menstrual cycle. Fertility and Sterility, 107(5), pp.1246-1255.
Dylan Ehman, MD, MSc; Dustin Costescu MD, FRCSC Tubal Sterilization in Women Uner 30: Case Series and Ethical Implications JOGC 2017 Sept; .doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2017.05.034
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report
Ferguson, C.A., Costescu, D., Jamieson, M.A. and Jong, L., 2016. Transmural migration and perforation of a levonorgestrel intrauterine system: a case report and review of the literature.
Liauw, J., Foran, J., Dineley, B., Costescu, D. and Kouyoumdjian, F.G., 2016. The Unmet Contraceptive Need of Incarcerated Women in Ontario
Soon, J.A., Costescu, D. and Guilbert, E., 2016. Medications Used in Evidence-Based Regimens for Medical Abortion: An Overview. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(7), pp.636-645.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, E., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Medical abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.366-389.
Costescu, D.J., 2016. Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine systems for long-acting contraception: current perspectives, safety, and patient counseling. International journal of women’s health, 8, p.589.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Mahoney, J.L., Minuzzi, L., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Hall, G., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Impact of Tryptophan Depletion on Sleep Efficiency during the Menopausal Transition while on Estrogen Therapy: Preliminary Results. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1394-1395).
Blake, J., Waddington, A., Black, D., Brown, V., Costescu, D., Mangat, R., Rittenberg, D., Leboeuf, M., Malhotra, U., Fisher, W. and Cook, J., 2016. Intrauterine contraception: Build your expertise intrauterine contraceptive health Practitioner/patient Audit Program. Bjog: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 123, pp.47-48.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian Contraception Consensus (Part 3 of 4): Chapter 8–Progestin-Only Contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.279-300.
Dama, M., Mahoney, J.L., Macdougall, M., Minuzzi, L., Hall, G., Fedorkow, D., Costescu-Green, D., Frey, B., Soares, C. and Steiner, M., 2016, December. Validation of the Menopause Visual Analogue Scale in Determining Mood and Physical Symptoms of Perimenopausal Women on Estrogen Treatment. MENOPAUSE-THE JOURNAL OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY (Vol. 23, No. 12, pp. 1395-1395).
Costescu, D., Liauw, J. and Dineley, B., Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynaecology residency programmes. Book of Abstracts, The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care, 21:sup1, p.101
Liauw, J., Dineley, B., Gerster, K., Hill, N. and Costescu, D., 2016. Abortion training in Canadian obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. Contraception, 94(5), pp.478-482.
Costescu, D., Guilbert, É., Bernardin, J., Black, A., Dunn, S., Fitzsimmons, B., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Soon, J., Trouton, K. and Wagner, M.S., 2016. Avortement médical. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.390-420.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2016. Canadian contraception consensus (part 3 of 4): chapter 7–intrauterine contraception. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.182-222.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Canadian contraception consensus (part 1 of 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.936-938.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (1 re partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(10), pp.939-942.
Black, A., Guilbert, E., Costescu, D., Dunn, S., Fisher, W., Kives, S., Mirosh, M., Norman, W.V., Pymar, H., Reid, R. and Roy, G., 2015. Consensus canadien sur la contraception (2e partie de 4). Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(11), pp.1036-1039.
Hauck, B. and Costescu, D., 2015. Barriers and misperceptions limiting widespread use of intrauterine contraception among Canadian women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(7), pp.606-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Waddington, A., 2013. Any review must carefully weigh the available evidence. BMJ, 346, p.f2250.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Costescu, D.J. and Lamont, J.A., 2013. Understanding the pregnancy decision-making process among couples seeking induced abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(10), pp.899-904.
Amie Cullimore
BSc, BEd, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Amie Cullimore is currently a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare.
AWARDS
- 2008, Ontario Hospital Association, Leading Practice Award
- 2007, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada, Carl Nimrod Educator of the Year Award
- 2005, Canadian Association of Medical Education, Certificate of Merit Award
- 2005, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology AGM., Best Oral Presentation
- 2004, The Professional Association of Internes and Residents of Ontario (PAIRO) Trust Fund Travel Award for Clinical Educators
- 2004, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology (APOG) AGM, Best Poster, 2nd Place
- 2002, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Excellence in Teaching Award
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Medical Education, Progress Testing in Postgraduate Training
PUBLICATIONS
Abbott, J.F., Pradhan, A., Buery-Joyner, S., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S., Hueppchen, N.A. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2017. To the Point: Integrating Patient Safety Education Into the Obstetrics and Gynecology Undergraduate Curriculum. Journal of Patient Safety.
Dugoff, L., Pradhan, A., Casey, P., Dalrymple, J.L., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Chuang, A., Cullimore, A.J., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2016. Pelvic and breast examination skills curricula in United States medical schools: a survey of obstetrics and gynecology clerkship directors. BMC Medical Education, 16(1), p.314.
Dalrymple, J.L., Cullimore, A.J., Hiraoka, M., Holmström, S. and Hueppchen, N.A., 2014. Abstracts From the Proceedings of the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) and Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO). Teaching and learning in medicine, 26(4), pp.431-437.
Hampton, B.S., Chuang, A.W., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Page-Ramsey, S. and Pradhan, A., 2014. To the point: obstetrics and gynecology global health experiences for medical students. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 211(1), pp.18-23.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J., Davis, K.R., Hueppchen, N.A., Katz, N.T., Nuthalapaty, F.S. and Pradhan, A., 2013. e-Professionalism: A new frontier in medical education. Teaching and learning in medicine, 25(2), pp.165-170.
Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Chuang, A.W., Dalrymple, J.L., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Pradhan, A., 2012. To the point: a primer on medical education research. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 207(1), pp.9-13.
Hueppchen, N., Dalrymple, J.L., Hammoud, M.M., Abbott, J.F., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Cullimore, A., Davis, K.R., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2011. To the point: medical education reviews—ongoing call for faculty development. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 205(3), pp.171-176.
Dore, K.L., Kreuger, S., Ladhani, M., Rolfson, D., Kurtz, D., Kulasegaram, K., Cullimore, A.J., Norman, G.R., Eva, K.W., Bates, S. and Reiter, H.I., 2010. The reliability and acceptability of the multiple mini-interview as a selection instrument for postgraduate admissions. Academic Medicine, 85(10), pp.S60-S63.
Chuang, A.W., Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Hueppchen, N.A. and Katz, N.T., 2010. To the point: reviews in medical education—taking control of the hidden curriculum. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 203(4), pp.316-e1.
Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Hueppchen, N.A., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Nuthalapaty, F.S., 2010. The obstetrics and gynaecology resident as teacher. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1176-1185.
Amie Cullimore
BSc, BEd, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Amie Cullimore is currently a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare.
AWARDS
- 2008, Ontario Hospital Association, Leading Practice Award
- 2007, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology of Canada, Carl Nimrod Educator of the Year Award
- 2005, Canadian Association of Medical Education, Certificate of Merit Award
- 2005, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology AGM., Best Oral Presentation
- 2004, The Professional Association of Internes and Residents of Ontario (PAIRO) Trust Fund Travel Award for Clinical Educators
- 2004, Association of Professors in Obstetrics and Gynecology (APOG) AGM, Best Poster, 2nd Place
- 2002, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Excellence in Teaching Award
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Medical Education, Progress Testing in Postgraduate Training
PUBLICATIONS
Abbott, J.F., Pradhan, A., Buery-Joyner, S., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S., Hueppchen, N.A. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2017. To the Point: Integrating Patient Safety Education Into the Obstetrics and Gynecology Undergraduate Curriculum. Journal of Patient Safety.
Dugoff, L., Pradhan, A., Casey, P., Dalrymple, J.L., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Chuang, A., Cullimore, A.J., Forstein, D.A., Hampton, B.S. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2016. Pelvic and breast examination skills curricula in United States medical schools: a survey of obstetrics and gynecology clerkship directors. BMC Medical Education, 16(1), p.314.
Dalrymple, J.L., Cullimore, A.J., Hiraoka, M., Holmström, S. and Hueppchen, N.A., 2014. Abstracts From the Proceedings of the 2013 Annual Meeting of the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) and Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO). Teaching and learning in medicine, 26(4), pp.431-437.
Hampton, B.S., Chuang, A.W., Abbott, J.F., Buery-Joyner, S.D., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Forstein, D.A., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Page-Ramsey, S. and Pradhan, A., 2014. To the point: obstetrics and gynecology global health experiences for medical students. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 211(1), pp.18-23.
Costescu, D.J. and Cullimore, A.J., 2013. Lessons learned from a resident-led clinical trial in obstetrics. Clinical Trials, 10(4), pp.612-616.
Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Chuang, A., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J., Davis, K.R., Hueppchen, N.A., Katz, N.T., Nuthalapaty, F.S. and Pradhan, A., 2013. e-Professionalism: A new frontier in medical education. Teaching and learning in medicine, 25(2), pp.165-170.
Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dugoff, L., Abbott, J.F., Chuang, A.W., Dalrymple, J.L., Hueppchen, N.A., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Pradhan, A., 2012. To the point: a primer on medical education research. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 207(1), pp.9-13.
Hueppchen, N., Dalrymple, J.L., Hammoud, M.M., Abbott, J.F., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Cullimore, A., Davis, K.R., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L. and Kaczmarczyk, J.M., 2011. To the point: medical education reviews—ongoing call for faculty development. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 205(3), pp.171-176.
Dore, K.L., Kreuger, S., Ladhani, M., Rolfson, D., Kurtz, D., Kulasegaram, K., Cullimore, A.J., Norman, G.R., Eva, K.W., Bates, S. and Reiter, H.I., 2010. The reliability and acceptability of the multiple mini-interview as a selection instrument for postgraduate admissions. Academic Medicine, 85(10), pp.S60-S63.
Chuang, A.W., Nuthalapaty, F.S., Casey, P.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Hueppchen, N.A. and Katz, N.T., 2010. To the point: reviews in medical education—taking control of the hidden curriculum. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology, 203(4), pp.316-e1.
Cullimore, A.J., Dalrymple, J.L., Dugoff, L., Hueppchen, N.A., Casey, P.M., Chuang, A.W., Espey, E.L., Hammoud, M.M., Kaczmarczyk, J.M., Katz, N.T. and Nuthalapaty, F.S., 2010. The obstetrics and gynaecology resident as teacher. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1176-1185.
Christine DeJong
BSc, MSc, MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Christine DeJong is chief of obstetrics and gynecology at Joseph Brant Hospital and associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University.
In addition to obstetrics, Dr. DeJong has an interest in urogynecology and colposcopy.
After earning her BSc from Calvin College in 1987, Dr. DeJong attended graduate school at the University of Guelph, earning her MSc in 1989. In 1992, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology.
Christine DeJong
BSc, MSc, MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Christine DeJong is chief of obstetrics and gynecology at Joseph Brant Hospital and associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University.
In addition to obstetrics, Dr. DeJong has an interest in urogynecology and colposcopy.
After earning her BSc from Calvin College in 1987, Dr. DeJong attended graduate school at the University of Guelph, earning her MSc in 1989. In 1992, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology.
Cara Donnery
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Cara Donnery completed her bachelor of arts and science at McMaster University in 2000. She then went on to complete her medical degree in 2003 and residency in obstetrics and gynecology in 2008 at McMaster. A self-described “McMaster Lifer”, she was thrilled to join the department as a clinical scholar in 2008, before accepting a full-time academic position with the department in 2009. During her clinical scholar year, she focused on medical education completing both the basic and advanced clinical teaching certificates through the program for faculty development. She has also completed the faculty of health sciences academic leadership program. Dr. Donnery’s passion for mentoring and teaching has earned her several teaching awards including the CREOG Teaching Award for excellence in resident teaching and the APOG Carl Nimrod award. Her clinical practice is based out of St. Joseph’s Healthcare and focuses on general obstetrics, gynecology and colposcopy.
PUBLICATIONS
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Sharpe, C.J., Crowther, M.A., Webert, K.E. and Donnery, C., 2011. Cerebral venous thrombosis during pregnancy in the setting of type I antithrombin deficiency: case report and literature review. Transfusion medicine reviews, 25(1), pp.61-65.
Cara Donnery
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Cara Donnery completed her bachelor of arts and science at McMaster University in 2000. She then went on to complete her medical degree in 2003 and residency in obstetrics and gynecology in 2008 at McMaster. A self-described “McMaster Lifer”, she was thrilled to join the department as a clinical scholar in 2008, before accepting a full-time academic position with the department in 2009. During her clinical scholar year, she focused on medical education completing both the basic and advanced clinical teaching certificates through the program for faculty development. She has also completed the faculty of health sciences academic leadership program. Dr. Donnery’s passion for mentoring and teaching has earned her several teaching awards including the CREOG Teaching Award for excellence in resident teaching and the APOG Carl Nimrod award. Her clinical practice is based out of St. Joseph’s Healthcare and focuses on general obstetrics, gynecology and colposcopy.
PUBLICATIONS
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
Sharpe, C.J., Crowther, M.A., Webert, K.E. and Donnery, C., 2011. Cerebral venous thrombosis during pregnancy in the setting of type I antithrombin deficiency: case report and literature review. Transfusion medicine reviews, 25(1), pp.61-65.
Marie-Josée Dubé
BA, MD, FRCSC, FSOGC
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery; General
BIO
Dr. Marie-Josée Dubé was born in Québec City and moved to Montréal to obtain her cégep diploma at the renowned Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf. She then completed an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in political science and studied public administration (health policies) at the graduate level, both at Laval University in Québec.
After having obtained her dedical doctorate at Laval University, she completed her post-graduate residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, in 2004. During her medical and gynecological training, she worked in Paris (France) and in Sousse (Tunisia- SOGC Fellowship and Berlex Grant). She is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Dr. Dubé did a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, in Switzerland (2005). She has been an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University since 2006.
Her recent work interests revolve around colposcopy, advanced laparoscopic surgeries, hysteroscopy and family planning. Dr. Dubé had a special interest in teaching minimally invasive surgical techniques to the residents of the program and to gynecologists in and around the Hamilton region. She was actively involved in the Centre for Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) sessions for junior and senior residents.
AWARDS
- Outstanding Resident Teacher Award – 2004
- H. R. Morgan Surgical Teaching Award – 2007
PUBLICATIONS, LECTURES, VIDEO AND SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS:
- Traitement conservateur des fibromes : recommandations pour la pratique
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, D Stucki PD Hagmann, T Hess, HM Hoogewoud, S Jacob, K Kinkel, MD Mueller, S Sporri, R Steiner, JM Wenger.
Revue Médicale Suisse, novembre 2005, no 40, pp.2591-2597. - Laparoscopic Treatment of Genital Prolapse: results of a series on 42 cases of Lateral Suspension using a Mesh.
JB Dubuisson, S Jacob, JM Wenger, MJ Dubé
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S72. - Towards a Swiss Consensus on Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
MJ Dubé, JB Dubuisson
SwissendosFribourg, Advanced Laparoscopic Courses, Fribourg, April 2005, Oral Presentation (by JB Dubuisson) - Laparoscopic Myomectomy with Uterine Artery Ligation.
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
Oral presentation (by JB Dubuisson) at the ASRM International Meeting, Montréal, October 2005 - Laparoscopic Anterolateral Colposuspension for the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Lateral Cystocele.
Video, May 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - Laparoscopic Myomectomy.
Video, April 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - New Laparoscopic Technique for Cure of Cystocele and Stress Urinary Incontinence Without Mesh.
Video, November 2006
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, AT Vlastos, M Ghahremani
AAGL 35th Global Congress, Las Vegas, November 2006
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2006, vol 13, no 5, Supplement, p.S161
Marie-Josée Dubé
BA, MD, FRCSC, FSOGC
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery; General
BIO
Dr. Marie-Josée Dubé was born in Québec City and moved to Montréal to obtain her cégep diploma at the renowned Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf. She then completed an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in political science and studied public administration (health policies) at the graduate level, both at Laval University in Québec.
After having obtained her dedical doctorate at Laval University, she completed her post-graduate residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, in 2004. During her medical and gynecological training, she worked in Paris (France) and in Sousse (Tunisia- SOGC Fellowship and Berlex Grant). She is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Dr. Dubé did a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, in Switzerland (2005). She has been an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University since 2006.
Her recent work interests revolve around colposcopy, advanced laparoscopic surgeries, hysteroscopy and family planning. Dr. Dubé had a special interest in teaching minimally invasive surgical techniques to the residents of the program and to gynecologists in and around the Hamilton region. She was actively involved in the Centre for Minimal Access Surgery (CMAS) sessions for junior and senior residents.
AWARDS
- Outstanding Resident Teacher Award – 2004
- H. R. Morgan Surgical Teaching Award – 2007
PUBLICATIONS, LECTURES, VIDEO AND SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS:
- Traitement conservateur des fibromes : recommandations pour la pratique
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, D Stucki PD Hagmann, T Hess, HM Hoogewoud, S Jacob, K Kinkel, MD Mueller, S Sporri, R Steiner, JM Wenger.
Revue Médicale Suisse, novembre 2005, no 40, pp.2591-2597. - Laparoscopic Treatment of Genital Prolapse: results of a series on 42 cases of Lateral Suspension using a Mesh.
JB Dubuisson, S Jacob, JM Wenger, MJ Dubé
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S72. - Towards a Swiss Consensus on Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
MJ Dubé, JB Dubuisson
SwissendosFribourg, Advanced Laparoscopic Courses, Fribourg, April 2005, Oral Presentation (by JB Dubuisson) - Laparoscopic Myomectomy with Uterine Artery Ligation.
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
Oral presentation (by JB Dubuisson) at the ASRM International Meeting, Montréal, October 2005 - Laparoscopic Anterolateral Colposuspension for the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Lateral Cystocele.
Video, May 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - Laparoscopic Myomectomy.
Video, April 2005
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, JM Wenger
AAGL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 2005
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2005, vol 12, no 5, Supplement, p.S118. - New Laparoscopic Technique for Cure of Cystocele and Stress Urinary Incontinence Without Mesh.
Video, November 2006
JB Dubuisson, MJ Dubé, S Jacob, AT Vlastos, M Ghahremani
AAGL 35th Global Congress, Las Vegas, November 2006
The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, September/October 2006, vol 13, no 5, Supplement, p.S161
Susan Ellis
BSC(H), MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Susan Ellis is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and chief of the Department and Active Medical Staff at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
Throughout her career, Dr. Ellis’s dedication to education has earned her several awards, including the McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching.
In 2014, she attended the Mayo Clinic for Instructor Development: Simulation-Based Education Design and Debriefing. She led the development of the postgraduate simulation program and is a dedicated simulation educator and researcher. In her role as chief, her team implemented an interprofessional and multidisciplinary in-situ simulation program.
AWARDS
- 2020: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Annual Consultant’s Award
- 2014: McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching
- 2011: Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Residents’ Award for Excellence in Teaching Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2010–11: The Association of Professionals in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (APOG), Carl Nimrod Educator Award
- 2007: McMaster University Medical Centre, Association of Professors of Gynecology & Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching for Undergraduate Education
- 2004: McMaster University, McMaster University Residents Award for Excellence in Teaching, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2000: McMaster University, Distinguished Service Award, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Simulation
- Quality and Patient Safety
PUBLICATIONS
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384. P-OBS-JM-061
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
2009. Torrance SM, Muhn N, Ellis S, Rebello R, Ramanna R. Role of Dynamic MRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma, J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2009 May;31(5):446-51.
2009. Torrance, S.M., Muhn, N., Ellis, S., Rebello, R. and Ramanna, R., 2009. Role of DynamicMRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 31(5), pp.446-451.
Susan Ellis
BSC(H), MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Susan Ellis is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and chief of the Department and Active Medical Staff at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
Throughout her career, Dr. Ellis’s dedication to education has earned her several awards, including the McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching.
In 2014, she attended the Mayo Clinic for Instructor Development: Simulation-Based Education Design and Debriefing. She led the development of the postgraduate simulation program and is a dedicated simulation educator and researcher. In her role as chief, her team implemented an interprofessional and multidisciplinary in-situ simulation program.
AWARDS
- 2020: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Annual Consultant’s Award
- 2014: McMaster Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Certificate of Excellence for Sustained and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence in Obstetrical Teaching
- 2011: Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, Residents’ Award for Excellence in Teaching Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2010–11: The Association of Professionals in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (APOG), Carl Nimrod Educator Award
- 2007: McMaster University Medical Centre, Association of Professors of Gynecology & Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching for Undergraduate Education
- 2004: McMaster University, McMaster University Residents Award for Excellence in Teaching, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 2000: McMaster University, Distinguished Service Award, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Simulation
- Quality and Patient Safety
PUBLICATIONS
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, E. (2017). Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384. P-OBS-JM-061
2017. Banner, H., Columbus, L., Mueller, V., Donnery, C., Dore, K., Murray-Davis, B. and Ellis, S., 2017. P-OBS-JM-061 Interprofessional Perinatal Simulation as a Teaching Tool for Trainees in Obstetrics and Midwifery: A Pilot Project. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.384.
2009. Torrance SM, Muhn N, Ellis S, Rebello R, Ramanna R. Role of Dynamic MRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma, J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2009 May;31(5):446-51.
2009. Torrance, S.M., Muhn, N., Ellis, S., Rebello, R. and Ramanna, R., 2009. Role of DynamicMRI in Surgical Decision-making for a Postpartum Woman With a Prolapsed Degenerating Uterine Leiomyoma. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 31(5), pp.446-451.
Nirupa Gangam
BSc, MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
After earning her BSc with distinction at the University of Western Ontario in 1998, Dr. Nirupa Gangam began medical school at Queen’s University. In 2002, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and in 2008 she completed a clinical scholarship in obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound.
Dr. Gangam is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital and a member of the Gynecologic Quality of Care Committee at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton.
PUBLICATIONS
Gangam, N. and Kanee, A., 2007. Retroperitoneal hemorrhage after a vaginal mesh prolapse procedure. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 110(2, Part 2), pp.463-464.
Nirupa Gangam
BSc, MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
After earning her BSc with distinction at the University of Western Ontario in 1998, Dr. Nirupa Gangam began medical school at Queen’s University. In 2002, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and in 2008 she completed a clinical scholarship in obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound.
Dr. Gangam is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital and a member of the Gynecologic Quality of Care Committee at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton.
PUBLICATIONS
Gangam, N. and Kanee, A., 2007. Retroperitoneal hemorrhage after a vaginal mesh prolapse procedure. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 110(2, Part 2), pp.463-464.
Aseel Hamoudi
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Aseel Hamoudi is an academic generalist in the Department of Obstetrics& Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Hamoudi completed medical school in Iraq and did her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also completed a fellowship in high risk obstetrics from the University of Toronto and a masters in health science education from McMaster University.
Dr. Hamoudi’s clinical practice focuses on General OB/Gyn complaints and colposcopy. Dr. Hamoudi is the current Medical Foundation 3 (MF3) subunit planner at McMaster Medical School.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Colposcopy; High risk obstetrics; Education; Menopause
PUBLICATIONS
Hamoudi, A. and Shier, M., 2010. Late complications of childhood female genital mutilation. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.587-589.
Aseel Hamoudi
MD
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Aseel Hamoudi is an academic generalist in the Department of Obstetrics& Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Hamoudi completed medical school in Iraq and did her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also completed a fellowship in high risk obstetrics from the University of Toronto and a masters in health science education from McMaster University.
Dr. Hamoudi’s clinical practice focuses on General OB/Gyn complaints and colposcopy. Dr. Hamoudi is the current Medical Foundation 3 (MF3) subunit planner at McMaster Medical School.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Colposcopy; High risk obstetrics; Education; Menopause
PUBLICATIONS
Hamoudi, A. and Shier, M., 2010. Late complications of childhood female genital mutilation. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.587-589.
Nicholas Leyland
BASc, MD, MHCM, FRCSC
Professor
General, Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Nicholas Leyland earned his bachelor of applied science from the University of Guelph in 1979, and his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1983. In 1988, he earned his FRCSC. In 2006, he graduated Summa Cum Lauda from Harvard University with a master’s of health care management. Dr. Leyland joined the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University as an associate clinical professor in obstetrics and gynecology in 2009. On July 1, 2010, Dr. Leyland became professor and chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Biomarkers; Abnormal uterine bleeding; Clinical practice guidelines; Minimally invasive surgery; Uterine fibroids; Selective progesterone receptor modulators; Perioperative surgical pain optimization; Simulation in surgical training
PUBLICATIONS
Taylor, H. S., Giudice, L. C., Lessey, B. A., Abrao, M. S., Kotarski, J., Archer, D. F.,… & Gallagher, J. C. (2017). Treatment of Endometriosis-Associated Pain with Elagolix, an Oral GnRH Antagonist. The New England journal of medicine. 377(1), p.28-40.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Mosher, A., Tsoulis, M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W., 2017.The Role of Melatonin and Prostaglandins in Endometriosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.398.
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Singh, S.S., Jackie, T., Clancy, A. and Leyland, N., 2017. Laparoscopic Cerclage: Challenging Cases. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.382.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Grainger, D., Johns, D.A., Adkins, R.T., Presthus, J., Basinski, C., Swarup, M., Gimpelson, R. and Leyland, N., 2017. A Randomized Controlled Multicenter US Food and Drug Administration Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System: One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 24(1), pp.124-132.
Leung, S., Leyland, N. and Murji, A., 2016. Decreasing Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Performed in the Operating Room: A Quality Improvement Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.351-356.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2016. Use of ulipristal acetate for the management of fibroid-related acute abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(1), pp.80-83.
Murji, A., De Gasperis-Brigante, C. and Leyland, N., 2016. Richter’s Hernia After Laparoscopic Surgery. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 24(4), pp.518-19.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y. and Leyland, N., 2016. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S550-S576.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N., Solnik, J. and Murji, A., 2016. Does Ulipristal Acetate Objectively Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), pp.S2-S3.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Sabatino, L., DeFrance, B., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2016. Implementation of an interprofessional team review of adverse events in obstetrics using a standardized computer tool: A mixed methods study. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.168-176.
Laberge, P.Y., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Thiel, J., Johns, D.A., Grainger, D., Presthus, J., Adkins, T., Leyland, N., Basinski, C. and Gimpelson, R., 2016. A Randomized, Controlled, Multi-Center Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System. One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S44.
Wessels, J.M., Kay, V.R., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2016. Assessing brain-derived neurotrophic factor as a novel clinical marker of endometriosis. Fertility and Sterility, 105(1), pp.119-128.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P. and Vilos, G., 2016. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S609-S628.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N. and Wolfman, W.L., 2016. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S231-S263.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.179-181.
Leyland, N., 2015. Myomectomy After Uliprisal Acetate. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S144.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O. and Leyland, N., 2016. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S537-S549.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.79-81.
Arendas, K., Aldossary, M., Cipolla, A., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Hysteroscopic resection in the management of early-stage endometrial cancer: report of 2 cases and review of the literature. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(1), pp.34-39.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Endometrial ablation in the management of abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.362-376.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.377-379.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Ahmed, R., Simioni, J., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2015. Learning from Adverse Events in Obstetrics: Is a Standardized Computer Tool an Effective Strategy for Root Cause Analysis?. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(8), pp.728-735.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2015. Estrogen induced changes in uterine brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors. Human Reproduction, p.dev018.
Arendas, K., Foster, W.G. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Impact of surgical excision of deep infltratng bowel endometriosis on health-related quality of life: review of current literature. Journal of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Disorders, 7(1), pp.3-9.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Technical update on tissue morcellation during gynaecologic surgery: its uses, complications, and risks of unsuspected malignancy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.68-78.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Leyland, N.A., 2015. The Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator, Ulipristal Acetate, in the Management of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(6S), p.S73.
Bougie, O., Murji, A., Arendas, K., Vilos, G., Allaire, C., Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Chen, I. and Singh, S.S., 2015. Power Morcellation in Gynecologic Surgery: A Survey of Canadian Practice. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S99.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. The management of uterine leiomyomas. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.157-178.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Para-Ovarian Endomerioma in a Patient with a Congenital Uterine Anomaly. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S216.
Wessels, J.M., Wu, L., Leyland, N.A., Wang, H. and Foster, W.G., 2014. The brain-uterus connection: brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and its receptor (Ntrk2) are conserved in the mammalian uterus. PloS one, 9(4), p.e94036.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Good proteins gone bad: brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors in endometriotic implants and the role of estrogen. Fertility and Sterility, 102(3), pp.e10-e11.
Arendas, K., Al-Dossary, M.I., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Successful Pregnancy after Targeted Hysteroscopy for Endometrial Adenocarcinoma. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S7.
Thiel, J.A., Rattray, D.D. and Leyland, N., 2014. Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Volumetric Thermal Ablation (RFVTA) of Symptomatic Fibroids and Myomectomy: A Randomized Trial of Uterine-Sparing Techniques in Canada. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S101.
Clancy, A. A., N. Leyland, and S. S. Singh. “Approach to Laparoscopic Cerclage.” Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology 21, no. 6 (2014): S65.
Tepperman, E.D., Sobel, M.L., Murji, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Appendectomy in Gynecology. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S20.
Toor, K., Wessels, J.M., Agarwal, S.K., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Clinical markers of endometriosis: have we been too quick to judge?. Medical hypotheses, 82(4), pp.493-501.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Basinski, C., Thiel, J., Leyland, N., Presthus, J., Johns, A., Grainger, D., Adkins, T. and Swarup, M., 2014. A Prospective, Randomized, Multi-Center, Controlled, International Clinical Study of the Safety and Efficacy of the MINERVA Endometrial Ablation System. 6 & 12-Months Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S144.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Ulipristal Acetate for the Management of Acute Fibroid-Related Menorrhagia. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S196.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., CLINIQUE-GYNECOLOGIE, C.D.P., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M. and Lemyre, M., 2013. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.476-479.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S., Murji, A. and Foster, W.G., 2013. Can brain-derived neurotrophic factor be a clinical marker for endometriosis?. Fertility and Sterility, 100(3), pp.S101-S102.
Murji, A., Sobel, M. and Leyland, N., 2013. Uterine and Internal Iliac Artery Ligation: Anatomy and Clinical Applications for Benign Gynecology. The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 6(20), p.S182.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., CLINIQUE-GYNÉCOLOGIE, C.D.P., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W. and Allaire, C., 2013. Chirurgie esthétique génitale chez la femme. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1113-1114.
Singh, S.S., Mehra, N., Hopkins, L., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Liste de contrôle de la sécurité chirurgicale en obstétrique-gynécologie. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(1), pp.84-85.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C. and Awadalla, A., 2013. Female genital cosmetic surgery. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1108-1112.
Murji, A., Glass, K. and Leyland, N., 2013. Isthmocele. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(9), p.780.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Abnormal uterine bleeding in pre-menopausal women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.47
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2012. Uterine Expression of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Its Receptor During the Estrous Cycle and Menstrual Cycle. Biology of Reproduction, 87(Suppl 1), pp.335-335.
Lokuge, S., Fruci, V., Abraham, T., Youash, S., Bates, S. and Leyland, N., 2012. Does Innate Motor Skill Predict Medical Student’s Interest in Pursuing a Surgical Specialty?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 19(6), p.S25.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2011. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 112(3), pp.252-256.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Asymptomatic endometrial thickening. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(10), pp.990-999.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Adhesion prevention in gynaecological surgery. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 111(2), pp193-7.
Leyland, N., Casper, R., Laberge, P., Singh, S.S., Allen, L., Arendas, K., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E. and Dunn, S., 2010. Endometriosis: diagnosis and management. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(7), pp.S1-S3.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Épaississement endométrial asymptomatique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(11), pp.1070-1081.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Hystérectomie supracervicale. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.69-76.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Prévention des adhérences en chirurgie gynécologique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.603-608.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Supracervical hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.62-68.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2010. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1192-1197.
Nicholas Leyland
BASc, MD, MHCM, FRCSC
Professor
General, Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Nicholas Leyland earned his bachelor of applied science from the University of Guelph in 1979, and his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1983. In 1988, he earned his FRCSC. In 2006, he graduated Summa Cum Lauda from Harvard University with a master’s of health care management. Dr. Leyland joined the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University as an associate clinical professor in obstetrics and gynecology in 2009. On July 1, 2010, Dr. Leyland became professor and chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
RESEARCH
Research Themes
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Biomarkers; Abnormal uterine bleeding; Clinical practice guidelines; Minimally invasive surgery; Uterine fibroids; Selective progesterone receptor modulators; Perioperative surgical pain optimization; Simulation in surgical training
PUBLICATIONS
Taylor, H. S., Giudice, L. C., Lessey, B. A., Abrao, M. S., Kotarski, J., Archer, D. F.,… & Gallagher, J. C. (2017). Treatment of Endometriosis-Associated Pain with Elagolix, an Oral GnRH Antagonist. The New England journal of medicine. 377(1), p.28-40.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Mosher, A., Tsoulis, M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W., 2017.The Role of Melatonin and Prostaglandins in Endometriosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.398.
Nensi, A., Coll-Black, M., Leyland, N., & Sobel, M. L. (2017). Implementation of a Same-Day Discharge Protocol Following Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada.
Arendas, K., Singh, S.S., Jackie, T., Clancy, A. and Leyland, N., 2017. Laparoscopic Cerclage: Challenging Cases. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.382.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Grainger, D., Johns, D.A., Adkins, R.T., Presthus, J., Basinski, C., Swarup, M., Gimpelson, R. and Leyland, N., 2017. A Randomized Controlled Multicenter US Food and Drug Administration Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System: One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 24(1), pp.124-132.
Leung, S., Leyland, N. and Murji, A., 2016. Decreasing Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Performed in the Operating Room: A Quality Improvement Initiative. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(4), pp.351-356.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2016. Use of ulipristal acetate for the management of fibroid-related acute abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(1), pp.80-83.
Murji, A., De Gasperis-Brigante, C. and Leyland, N., 2016. Richter’s Hernia After Laparoscopic Surgery. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 24(4), pp.518-19.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y. and Leyland, N., 2016. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S550-S576.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N., Solnik, J. and Murji, A., 2016. Does Ulipristal Acetate Objectively Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), pp.S2-S3.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Sabatino, L., DeFrance, B., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2016. Implementation of an interprofessional team review of adverse events in obstetrics using a standardized computer tool: A mixed methods study. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(2), pp.168-176.
Laberge, P.Y., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Thiel, J., Johns, D.A., Grainger, D., Presthus, J., Adkins, T., Leyland, N., Basinski, C. and Gimpelson, R., 2016. A Randomized, Controlled, Multi-Center Trial of the Safety and Efficacy of the Minerva Endometrial Ablation System. One-Year Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S44.
Wessels, J.M., Kay, V.R., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2016. Assessing brain-derived neurotrophic factor as a novel clinical marker of endometriosis. Fertility and Sterility, 105(1), pp.119-128.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P. and Vilos, G., 2016. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S609-S628.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N. and Wolfman, W.L., 2016. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S231-S263.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. Prise en charge des léiomyomes utérins. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.179-181.
Leyland, N., 2015. Myomectomy After Uliprisal Acetate. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S144.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O. and Leyland, N., 2016. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(12), pp.S537-S549.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Mise à jour technique sur le morcellement tissulaire dans le cadre d’une chirurgie gynécologique: Son utilisation, ses complications et les risques liés à la présence insoupçonnée de tumeurs malignes. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.79-81.
Arendas, K., Aldossary, M., Cipolla, A., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Hysteroscopic resection in the management of early-stage endometrial cancer: report of 2 cases and review of the literature. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(1), pp.34-39.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Endometrial ablation in the management of abnormal uterine bleeding. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.362-376.
Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Murji, A., Fortin, C., Martyn, P., Vilos, G., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S. and Heywood, M., 2015. Ablation de l’endomètre dans la prise en charge des saignements utérins anormaux. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(4), pp.377-379.
Murray-Davis, B., McDonald, H., Cross-Sudworth, F., Ahmed, R., Simioni, J., Dore, S., Marrin, M., DeSantis, J., Leyland, N., Gardosi, J. and Hutton, E., 2015. Learning from Adverse Events in Obstetrics: Is a Standardized Computer Tool an Effective Strategy for Root Cause Analysis?. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(8), pp.728-735.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2015. Estrogen induced changes in uterine brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors. Human Reproduction, p.dev018.
Arendas, K., Foster, W.G. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Impact of surgical excision of deep infltratng bowel endometriosis on health-related quality of life: review of current literature. Journal of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Disorders, 7(1), pp.3-9.
Singh, S.S., Scott, S., Bougie, O., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Bullen, A., Burnett, M., Goldstein, S. and Lemyre, M., 2015. Technical update on tissue morcellation during gynaecologic surgery: its uses, complications, and risks of unsuspected malignancy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(1), pp.68-78.
Arendas, K., Coll-Black, M. and Leyland, N.A., 2015. Approach to the Obliterated Posterior Cul-De-Sac. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S120.
Leyland, N.A., 2015. The Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator, Ulipristal Acetate, in the Management of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 22(6S), p.S73.
Bougie, O., Murji, A., Arendas, K., Vilos, G., Allaire, C., Laberge, P., Leyland, N., Chen, I. and Singh, S.S., 2015. Power Morcellation in Gynecologic Surgery: A Survey of Canadian Practice. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 22(6), p.S99.
Vilos, G.A., Allaire, C., Laberge, P.Y., Leyland, N., Vilos, A.G., Murji, A. and Chen, I., 2015. The management of uterine leiomyomas. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 37(2), pp.157-178.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Para-Ovarian Endomerioma in a Patient with a Congenital Uterine Anomaly. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S216.
Wessels, J.M., Wu, L., Leyland, N.A., Wang, H. and Foster, W.G., 2014. The brain-uterus connection: brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and its receptor (Ntrk2) are conserved in the mammalian uterus. PloS one, 9(4), p.e94036.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S.K. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Good proteins gone bad: brain-derived neurotrophic factor and its receptors in endometriotic implants and the role of estrogen. Fertility and Sterility, 102(3), pp.e10-e11.
Arendas, K., Al-Dossary, M.I., Leader, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Successful Pregnancy after Targeted Hysteroscopy for Endometrial Adenocarcinoma. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S7.
Thiel, J.A., Rattray, D.D. and Leyland, N., 2014. Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Volumetric Thermal Ablation (RFVTA) of Symptomatic Fibroids and Myomectomy: A Randomized Trial of Uterine-Sparing Techniques in Canada. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S101.
Clancy, A. A., N. Leyland, and S. S. Singh. “Approach to Laparoscopic Cerclage.” Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology 21, no. 6 (2014): S65.
Tepperman, E.D., Sobel, M.L., Murji, A. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Appendectomy in Gynecology. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S20.
Toor, K., Wessels, J.M., Agarwal, S.K., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2014. Clinical markers of endometriosis: have we been too quick to judge?. Medical hypotheses, 82(4), pp.493-501.
Laberge, P., Garza-Leal, J., Fortin, C., Basinski, C., Thiel, J., Leyland, N., Presthus, J., Johns, A., Grainger, D., Adkins, T. and Swarup, M., 2014. A Prospective, Randomized, Multi-Center, Controlled, International Clinical Study of the Safety and Efficacy of the MINERVA Endometrial Ablation System. 6 & 12-Months Follow-Up Results. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S144.
Arendas, K. and Leyland, N.A., 2014. Ulipristal Acetate for the Management of Acute Fibroid-Related Menorrhagia. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 21(6), p.S196.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., CLINIQUE-GYNECOLOGIE, C.D.P., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M. and Lemyre, M., 2013. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.476-479.
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N.A., Agarwal, S., Murji, A. and Foster, W.G., 2013. Can brain-derived neurotrophic factor be a clinical marker for endometriosis?. Fertility and Sterility, 100(3), pp.S101-S102.
Murji, A., Sobel, M. and Leyland, N., 2013. Uterine and Internal Iliac Artery Ligation: Anatomy and Clinical Applications for Benign Gynecology. The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 6(20), p.S182.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., CLINIQUE-GYNÉCOLOGIE, C.D.P., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W. and Allaire, C., 2013. Chirurgie esthétique génitale chez la femme. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1113-1114.
Singh, S.S., Mehra, N., Hopkins, L., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Dunn, S., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Liste de contrôle de la sécurité chirurgicale en obstétrique-gynécologie. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(1), pp.84-85.
Shaw, D., Lefebvre, G., Bouchard, C., Shapiro, J., Blake, J., Allen, L., Cassell, K., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C. and Awadalla, A., 2013. Female genital cosmetic surgery. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(12), pp.1108-1112.
Murji, A., Glass, K. and Leyland, N., 2013. Isthmocele. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(9), p.780.
Singh, S., Best, C., Dunn, S., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W.L., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Heywood, M., Lemyre, M. and Marcoux, V., 2013. Abnormal uterine bleeding in pre-menopausal women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 35(5), pp.47
Wessels, J.M., Leyland, N. and Foster, W.G., 2012. Uterine Expression of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Its Receptor During the Estrous Cycle and Menstrual Cycle. Biology of Reproduction, 87(Suppl 1), pp.335-335.
Lokuge, S., Fruci, V., Abraham, T., Youash, S., Bates, S. and Leyland, N., 2012. Does Innate Motor Skill Predict Medical Student’s Interest in Pursuing a Surgical Specialty?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 19(6), p.S25.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2011. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 112(3), pp.252-256.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Asymptomatic endometrial thickening. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(10), pp.990-999.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Adhesion prevention in gynaecological surgery. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 111(2), pp193-7.
Leyland, N., Casper, R., Laberge, P., Singh, S.S., Allen, L., Arendas, K., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E. and Dunn, S., 2010. Endometriosis: diagnosis and management. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(7), pp.S1-S3.
Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Heywood, M., Singh, S.S., Rittenberg, D.A., Soucy, R., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S. and Leroux, N., 2010. Épaississement endométrial asymptomatique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(11), pp.1070-1081.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Hystérectomie supracervicale. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.69-76.
Robertson, D., Lefebvre, G., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Contestabile, E., Dunn, S., Heywood, M. and Leroux, N., 2010. Prévention des adhérences en chirurgie gynécologique. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(6), pp.603-608.
Kives, S., Lefebvre, G., Wolfman, W., Leyland, N., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Leroux, N., Potestio, F., Rittenberg, D. and Soucy, R., 2010. Supracervical hysterectomy. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(1), pp.62-68.
Reid, R., Leyland, N., Wolfman, W., Allaire, C., Awadalla, A., Best, C., Dunn, S., Lemyre, M., Marcoux, V., Menard, C. and Potestio, F., 2010. Oral contraceptives and the risk of venous thromboembolism: an update. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 32(12), pp.1192-1197.
Lea Luketic
MSc, MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Lea Luketic is currently an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare. She earned her bachelor of science at the University of Guelph and a master of science at McMaster University. She obtained her MD from the University of Toronto in 2010. Her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology was completed at McMaster University in 2015. She then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital at the University of Toronto and joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University in 2017. She is currently working on finishing a master of science in healthcare quality at Queen’s University.
Awards
Resident Teaching Award in 2015
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Uterine fibroids; Patient safety; Healthcare quality; Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
PUBLICATIONS
Luketic, L., Jacobson, M., Allen, L., Bernardini, M. and Sobel, M., 2017. Risk-Reducing Salpingo-Oophorectomy in BRCA Mutation Carriers. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.397.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Zwayne, N., Kives, S., Luketic, L. and Allen, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, 29(2), p.165
Zwayne, N., Allen, L., Kives, S. and Luketic, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.504.
Luketic, L., Sobel, M. and Murji, A., 2016. Surgical Management of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S154.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.493.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S157.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Options to Evaluate Ureter Patency at Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 23(6), pp.878-885.
White-Campbell, M., Luketic, L. and MacDonald, S., 2014. Psychosocial groupwork for older adults having substance use and mental health issues. Groupwork, 24(1), pp.60-80.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Luketic, L., Delanghe, J., Sobol, P.T., Yang, P., Frotten, E., Mossman, K.L., Gauldie, J., Bramson, J. and Wan, Y., 2007. Antigen presentation by exosomes released from peptide-pulsed dendritic cells is not suppressed by the presence of active CTL. The Journal of Immunology, 179(8), pp.5024-5032.
Lea Luketic
MSc, MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Lea Luketic is currently an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist at St. Joseph’s Healthcare. She earned her bachelor of science at the University of Guelph and a master of science at McMaster University. She obtained her MD from the University of Toronto in 2010. Her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology was completed at McMaster University in 2015. She then went on to complete a fellowship in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital at the University of Toronto and joined the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University in 2017. She is currently working on finishing a master of science in healthcare quality at Queen’s University.
Awards
Resident Teaching Award in 2015
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Uterine fibroids; Patient safety; Healthcare quality; Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
PUBLICATIONS
Luketic, L., Jacobson, M., Allen, L., Bernardini, M. and Sobel, M., 2017. Risk-Reducing Salpingo-Oophorectomy in BRCA Mutation Carriers. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 39(5), p.397.
Luketic, L., Shirreff, L., Kives, S., Liu, G., El Sugy, R., Leyland, N.,… & Murji, A. (2017). Does Ulipristal Acetate Affect Surgical Experience at Laparoscopic Myomectomy?. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology. 24(5), p.797-802
Zwayne, N., Kives, S., Luketic, L. and Allen, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, 29(2), p.165
Zwayne, N., Allen, L., Kives, S. and Luketic, L., 2016. A Modified Version of the Laparoscopic Assisted Davydov Procedure. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.504.
Luketic, L., Sobel, M. and Murji, A., 2016. Surgical Management of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S154.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Sobel, M.L., Kulasegaram, K.M., Leyland, N. and Posner, G., 2016. Evaluating the effect of distractions in the operating room on clinical decision-making and patient safety. Surgical endoscopy, 30(10), pp.4499-4504.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(5), p.493.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Cystoscopy in a World without Indigo Carmine. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 23(7), p.S157.
Luketic, L. and Murji, A., 2016. Options to Evaluate Ureter Patency at Cystoscopy in a World Without Indigo Carmine. Journal of minimally invasive gynecology, 23(6), pp.878-885.
White-Campbell, M., Luketic, L. and MacDonald, S., 2014. Psychosocial groupwork for older adults having substance use and mental health issues. Groupwork, 24(1), pp.60-80.
Murji, A., Luketic, L., Kulasegaram, M., Leyland, N. and Grierson, L., 2013. Evaluating the Effect of Distractions on Residents in the Operating Room. Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, 20(6), p.S24.
Luketic, L., Delanghe, J., Sobol, P.T., Yang, P., Frotten, E., Mossman, K.L., Gauldie, J., Bramson, J. and Wan, Y., 2007. Antigen presentation by exosomes released from peptide-pulsed dendritic cells is not suppressed by the presence of active CTL. The Journal of Immunology, 179(8), pp.5024-5032.
Leyla Mangaloglu
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Broad generalist community practice in obstetrics and gynecology. Great networking with regional tertiary care facilities. Special interest in quality and safety measures for obstetrics and gynecology.
Leyla Mangaloglu
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Broad generalist community practice in obstetrics and gynecology. Great networking with regional tertiary care facilities. Special interest in quality and safety measures for obstetrics and gynecology.
Richard Persadie
BSc, MD, FRCS(C)
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Richard J. Persadie is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. He is the director of ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology and site coordinator for the postgraduate education program. Practice interests include ultrasound, laparoscopic surgery and colposcopy.
Honours
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
AWARDS
- 2006 Council of Residency Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education
- The Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching Award 2004
- Quality Assurance Award for Obstetrics and Gynecology 1998 for: Antibiotic Prophylaxis at Cesarean Section: An audit of fifty consecutive cases. Hopkins L., McDonagh R., Persadie R.
- Dr. James B. Osbaldeston Audit Award for 1998 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton for: An Audit of the Intrapartum Management of Twins. Persadie R.
- F.L. Johnson Research Award for Ultrasound Detection of Fetal Anomalies
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology
- Colposcopy
- Laparoscopic procedures including: laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomies, laparoscopic management of ovarian cysts and ectopic pregnancies
- Education of residents and medical students
- Quality assurance
PUBLICATIONS
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.275-278.
Morrison, K.M., Anand, S.S., Yusuf, S., Atkinson, S.A., Schulze, K.M., Rao-Melacini, P., McQueen, M.J., McDonald, S., Persadie, R., Hunter, B. and Bourgeois, J., 2013. Maternal and pregnancy related predictors of cardiometabolic traits in newborns. PLoS One, 8(2), p.e55815.
Morrison, K.M., Atkinson, S.A., Yusuf, S., Bourgeois, J., McDonald, S., McQueen, M.J., Persadie, R., Hunter, B., Pogue, J. and Teo, K., 2009. The Family Atherosclerosis Monitoring In earLY life (FAMILY) study: rationale, design, and baseline data of a study examining the early determinants of atherosclerosis. American heart journal, 158(4), pp.533-539.
Rubabaza, P. and Persadie, R.J., 2008. Two cases of umbilical vein thrombosis, one with associated portal vein thrombosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 30(4), pp.338-343.
Persadie R, Fortier, A, Stopps R.Ectopic Pregnancy in a Caesarean Scar A Case Report. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2005:
Persadie R., McDonagh R.Vaginal Birth after Cesarean section: Clinical and legal perspectives. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2003;25(10):846-52
Persadie R. Ultrasonographic assessment of endometrial thickness: A review. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2002; 24 (2):131-36
Persadie R., Mohide P., 2001-03-14-18 Choledochal cyst www.TheFetus.net
Persadie R., Maguire J. Infantile Inflammatory Myopathy: A Case Report. Brain Pathology 1994; 4:567 (This paper was presented at the XIIth International Congress of Neuropathology in Toronto, Ontario on September 23, 1994.)
Richard Persadie
BSc, MD, FRCS(C)
Associate Professor
General
BIO
Dr. Richard J. Persadie is an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. He is the director of ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology and site coordinator for the postgraduate education program. Practice interests include ultrasound, laparoscopic surgery and colposcopy.
Honours
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
AWARDS
- 2006 Council of Residency Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) National Faculty Award for Excellence in Resident Education
- The Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Excellence in Teaching Award 2004
- Quality Assurance Award for Obstetrics and Gynecology 1998 for: Antibiotic Prophylaxis at Cesarean Section: An audit of fifty consecutive cases. Hopkins L., McDonagh R., Persadie R.
- Dr. James B. Osbaldeston Audit Award for 1998 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton for: An Audit of the Intrapartum Management of Twins. Persadie R.
- F.L. Johnson Research Award for Ultrasound Detection of Fetal Anomalies
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology
- Colposcopy
- Laparoscopic procedures including: laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomies, laparoscopic management of ovarian cysts and ectopic pregnancies
- Education of residents and medical students
- Quality assurance
PUBLICATIONS
Persadie, R.J., Costescu-Green, D. and Gerster, K.M., 2016. Cervical Ectopic Pregnancy Complicated by Escherichia Coli Septicemia: A Case Report. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 38(3), pp.275-278.
Morrison, K.M., Anand, S.S., Yusuf, S., Atkinson, S.A., Schulze, K.M., Rao-Melacini, P., McQueen, M.J., McDonald, S., Persadie, R., Hunter, B. and Bourgeois, J., 2013. Maternal and pregnancy related predictors of cardiometabolic traits in newborns. PLoS One, 8(2), p.e55815.
Morrison, K.M., Atkinson, S.A., Yusuf, S., Bourgeois, J., McDonald, S., McQueen, M.J., Persadie, R., Hunter, B., Pogue, J. and Teo, K., 2009. The Family Atherosclerosis Monitoring In earLY life (FAMILY) study: rationale, design, and baseline data of a study examining the early determinants of atherosclerosis. American heart journal, 158(4), pp.533-539.
Rubabaza, P. and Persadie, R.J., 2008. Two cases of umbilical vein thrombosis, one with associated portal vein thrombosis. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 30(4), pp.338-343.
Persadie R, Fortier, A, Stopps R.Ectopic Pregnancy in a Caesarean Scar A Case Report. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2005:
Persadie R., McDonagh R.Vaginal Birth after Cesarean section: Clinical and legal perspectives. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2003;25(10):846-52
Persadie R. Ultrasonographic assessment of endometrial thickness: A review. J Obstet Gynaecol Can 2002; 24 (2):131-36
Persadie R., Mohide P., 2001-03-14-18 Choledochal cyst www.TheFetus.net
Persadie R., Maguire J. Infantile Inflammatory Myopathy: A Case Report. Brain Pathology 1994; 4:567 (This paper was presented at the XIIth International Congress of Neuropathology in Toronto, Ontario on September 23, 1994.)
David Rouselle
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. David Rouselle completed medical school at Queen’s University in 1981 and began a residency in family medicine at the University of Western, Ontario. In 1983, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University, where he now holds the rank of assistant clinical professor.
Dr. Rouselle was the chair of the Ontario Section of District V, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, from 2009–12. From 2011 to 2020, Dr. Rouselle served on the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). In 2016–2017, he was president of the CPSO.
David Rouselle
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. David Rouselle completed medical school at Queen’s University in 1981 and began a residency in family medicine at the University of Western, Ontario. In 1983, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University, where he now holds the rank of assistant clinical professor.
Dr. Rouselle was the chair of the Ontario Section of District V, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, from 2009–12. From 2011 to 2020, Dr. Rouselle served on the Council of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). In 2016–2017, he was president of the CPSO.
Sarah Scattolon
MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General; Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Sarah Scattolon is an academic obstetrician and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Scattolon completed her doctorate of medicine at the University of Toronto and her obstetrics and gynecology residency at McMaster University. She has also completed a two-year fellowship in minimally invasive gynecology surgery at McMaster University.
Dr. Scattolon’s practice focuses on complex gynecologic surgery, endometriosis care, fibroids and low-risk obstetrics. She plays an active role in teaching trainees of all levels and is currently pursuing a master’s in health research methodology with a focus on health services. Dr. Scattolon’s research interests include optimization of medical and surgical treatments of endometriosis, knowledge translation and adherence to clinical practice guidelines.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Knowledge translation; Clinical practice guidelines; Medical therapies for Endometriosis
Sarah Scattolon
MD, FRCSC
Assistant Professor
General; Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery
BIO
Dr. Sarah Scattolon is an academic obstetrician and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University. Dr. Scattolon completed her doctorate of medicine at the University of Toronto and her obstetrics and gynecology residency at McMaster University. She has also completed a two-year fellowship in minimally invasive gynecology surgery at McMaster University.
Dr. Scattolon’s practice focuses on complex gynecologic surgery, endometriosis care, fibroids and low-risk obstetrics. She plays an active role in teaching trainees of all levels and is currently pursuing a master’s in health research methodology with a focus on health services. Dr. Scattolon’s research interests include optimization of medical and surgical treatments of endometriosis, knowledge translation and adherence to clinical practice guidelines.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Endometriosis; Pelvic pain; Knowledge translation; Clinical practice guidelines; Medical therapies for Endometriosis
Carmela Sciarra
BScN, MD, FRCSC
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Carmela Sciarra is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and general OB/Gyn at Hamilton Health Sciences Centre.
In 1983 Dr. Sciarra earned her registered nursing diploma from Conestoga College. She worked as a registered nurse in critical care areas including emergency room (ER), critical care unit (CCU) and intensive care unit (ICU) until 1992, when she completed her BScN and began medical school at McMaster University. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Access to care; Health services; Obstetrics
Carmela Sciarra
BScN, MD, FRCSC
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-Time)
General
BIO
Dr. Carmela Sciarra is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and general OB/Gyn at Hamilton Health Sciences Centre.
In 1983 Dr. Sciarra earned her registered nursing diploma from Conestoga College. She worked as a registered nurse in critical care areas including emergency room (ER), critical care unit (CCU) and intensive care unit (ICU) until 1992, when she completed her BScN and began medical school at McMaster University. In 1996, she entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Research Themes
Access to care; Health services; Obstetrics
Alison Shea
BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Menopause and Reproductive Mental Health; General
BIO
Dr. Shea completed a one-year fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in menopause and reproductive mental health in 2017. She is certified menopause practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. Prior to that, she completed a BSc at the University of Maryland (2000), her medical degree at the University of Ottawa (2011) and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also earned an MSc in neuroscience and behavioural sciences at McMaster University, in 2003, and a PhD in medical sciences, in 2007, from the University of Toronto.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Menopausal health
- Perinatal substance use
- Perinatal mental mealth
Alison Shea
BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Menopause and Reproductive Mental Health; General
BIO
Dr. Shea completed a one-year fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in menopause and reproductive mental health in 2017. She is certified menopause practitioner through the North American Menopause Society. Prior to that, she completed a BSc at the University of Maryland (2000), her medical degree at the University of Ottawa (2011) and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto. She also earned an MSc in neuroscience and behavioural sciences at McMaster University, in 2003, and a PhD in medical sciences, in 2007, from the University of Toronto.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Menopausal health
- Perinatal substance use
- Perinatal mental mealth
Caroline Sibley
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
After earning her BA from McMaster University in 1982, Dr. Caroline Sibley entered graduate school at Queen’s University, earning her MA in History. In 1990, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and began a rotating internship at the University of Toronto.
In 1995, Dr. Sibley completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and joined the department, where she now holds the rank of associate clinical professor.
Caroline Sibley
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
After earning her BA from McMaster University in 1982, Dr. Caroline Sibley entered graduate school at Queen’s University, earning her MA in History. In 1990, she graduated from McMaster University Medical School and began a rotating internship at the University of Toronto.
In 1995, Dr. Sibley completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McMaster University and joined the department, where she now holds the rank of associate clinical professor.
Ben Tse
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Ben Tse earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1976 and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Upon completing residency in 1980, he began a one year fellowship in gynecology oncology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Tse is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff in the Department of OB/Gyn and head of the division of gynecology at Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto.
Ben Tse
MD
Associate Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Ben Tse earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1976 and entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Upon completing residency in 1980, he began a one year fellowship in gynecology oncology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Tse is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University, active staff in the Department of OB/Gyn and head of the division of gynecology at Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto.
Peter Watt
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Peter Watt earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1986 and began a general comprehensive internship at East General and Orthopedic Hospital in Toronto. In 1986, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Watt is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and an obstetrician-gynecologist at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Colposcopy
- Aminoglycosides
- Minimally invasive laparoscopy and hysteroscopy and infertility including ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination.
Peter Watt
MD
Assistant Clinical Professor (Part-time)
General
BIO
Dr. Peter Watt earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1986 and began a general comprehensive internship at East General and Orthopedic Hospital in Toronto. In 1986, he entered a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Toronto.
Today, Dr. Watt is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at McMaster University and an obstetrician-gynecologist at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Colposcopy
- Aminoglycosides
- Minimally invasive laparoscopy and hysteroscopy and infertility including ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination.