Official Twitter account for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at McMaster University.
Hamilton, Ontario
Joined June 2018
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New research found that warning signs of chronic pelvic pain may appear in adolescence, years before diagnosis. Following nearly 500,000 Ontarians, researchers found teens with gynecologic or reproductive health concerns were more likely to develop chronic pelvic pain in adulthood. Study led by Shay Freger and @MathewLeonardi
🔗 healthsci.mcmaster.ca/early-…
New research from Dr. Liz Darling, @GiuliaMuraca1, and @SingingOB examines trends in gestational weight gain across Ontario between 2012 and 2022. Published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, this population-based study provides important insights into pregnancy health and outcomes at the population level.
🔗pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4222…
Congratulations to Dr. Mathew Leonardi, Associate Professor and Dr. Rohan D'Souza, Associate Professor along with Vedha Viyas Thilagarajan, PhD student for being recognized with HHS Foundation Breakthrough Awards for cutting-edge research.
Read more at the link below
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Dr. Nicholas Leyland, Professor and President of the SOGC, spoke with CBC News about the barriers many Canadians face in accessing timely endometriosis care. He highlighted the need for greater awareness and more specialized treatment options for a condition affecting 1 in 10 women.
Read more: cbc.ca/news/world/endometrio…
Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Morais and resident Kathy Huang on recently presenting at the International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE)!
We are proud to see our faculty and learners sharing their expertise and advancing excellence in medical education on an international stage!
Congratulations to Dr. Nirupama Gangam on receiving an HHS DRIVE SPARK Funding Grant for GyneView, an innovative device designed to make childbirth tear repairs easier for clinicians and more comfortable for patients.
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We're hiring!
We're looking for an Academic OB/GYN at McMaster University & St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. Join a collaborative academic team focused on women’s health, teaching, research, and innovation. Applications due Nov. 18, 2026. Link to job ad below, job ID: 79287
hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/curre…
Dr. Jennifer Blake joined TVO’s (MIS)Treated podcast to discuss why Canada needs a national framework for women’s health, addressing gaps in care and the need for a coordinated national strategy.
Link to video youtu.be/y-E3gAUaqK0?si=koKe…
On #WorldPPHDay, CanOSS launched its first pilot in Ontario. Led by @SingingOB in partnership with BORN Ontario and 24 birthing facilities, the initiative will use confidential reviews of severe maternal complications to identify opportunities to improve maternal care and outcomes across the province.
🔗:bornontario.ca/news/posts/ca…
New research alert: A @McMasterU study of 1.5M pregnancies found Black people in Canada face a 66% higher risk of severe pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum complications. Published in CMAJ, it highlights critical maternal health inequities. Featuring @GiuliaMuraca1
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A remarkable showing for the ONE Fertility team at CFAS 2026 in Calgary! 🎉
Our team was affiliated with five awards, and McMaster University emerged as the top award recipient at this year's meeting. Congratulations to all whose work continues to advance fertility care and reproductive medicine. 👏Additional details at the 🔗below
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New sFlt-1/PlGF testing is improving assessment of suspected pre-eclampsia in Hamilton, supporting faster, more accurate clinical decisions for mothers and babies. A strong example of innovation through collaboration.
hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/sh…
🎉 Congratulations to @jmv_nguyen on receiving an Advancing 2S/LGBTQI+ Health Through Research Operating Grant!
Her project, Equity by Design in Canadian Oncology, will co-develop Canada's first Inclusive Oncology Research Toolkit and Cancer Clinical Trials Scorecard to help make cancer research more equitable and inclusive for 2S/LGBTQI+ and 2STGD communities.
👏 Advancing better cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship through inclusive research.
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📣 We're Hiring Midwifery Faculty
We're recruiting:
- Assistant Professor (Research Stream, 1.0 FTE)
- Assistant Professor (Teaching Stream, 0.75 FTE)
Join a collaborative program committed to excellence, equity, and the education of future midwives. Applications close October 11, 2026.
Apply at the 🔗
hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/curre…
Advance Your Gynecologic Ultrasound Skills!
Join the Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound Course led by @MathewLeonardi to build expertise in advanced imaging, evaluation of gynecologic abnormalities, and current ultrasound standards.
💻 Virtual registration still available
✅ Expert lectures, case-based learning & live demos
📺 Recordings + 90-day access to course content
In-person seats are SOLD OUT. Register for the virtual session today! 🔗 below
cmas.ca/education?viewType=p…
Rising maternal mortality in Canada underscores the need for better data and prevention strategies. @SingingOB highlights the role of the Canadian Obstetric Survey System (CanOSS) in improving surveillance, understanding causes, and helping prevent maternal deaths nationwide.
Read more at the 🔗
Could new tests help diagnose endometriosis sooner? Associate Professor, @MathewLeonardi and Narges Kalani explore the promise and limitations of emerging non-invasive tools, including saliva and gut signal tests, and what they could mean for patients. Read more: news.mcmaster.ca/analysis-a-…
Proud to share @GiuliaMuraca1's recent publication, Maternal Deaths Following Severe Maternal Morbidity During Childbirth in Canada, published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada. Examining the link between severe maternal morbidity and maternal mortality, providing important evidence to support improvements in maternal care and outcomes across Canada.
🔗pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4183…
📣 We're Hiring!
Join the Department of OBSGYN as a Medical Secretary II.
✅ Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 remote)
✅ Continuing position
✅ McMaster University Medical Centre
We're looking for an organized professional with medical administration experience and a passion for exceptional patient care and service.
📅 Apply by Sep 20, 2026
🔗 Visit the McMaster Careers website to apply.
hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/curre…