Pacific Northwest Update in Obstetrics and Gynecology

2023 Pacific Northwest Update in Obstetrics and Gynecology

49th Annual Pacific Northwest Update in Obstetrics and Gynecology

When

Nov. 13-14, 2025

Where

Sentinel Hotel
614 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97205

Or virtual

Who should attend?

This update is for attendees who deliver care in obstetrics, gynecology, family medicine and primary care, including family nurse practitioners, nurse midwives and other medical professionals.

Registration information

  • Registration opens: June 16, 2025
  • Early bird pricing ends: Aug. 17, 2025
  • In-person registration closes: Nov. 6, 2025; 5 p.m. PT
  • Virtual registration closes: Nov. 14, 2025; 5 p.m. PT

Registration

Early bird rate ends August 17, 2025.

Register now

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Time Topic Speaker
7–7:45 a.m. Check-in and breakfast
7:45–8 a.m. Welcome
8–9 a.m. Keynote | Improving birth equity and obstetric health through patient navigation Lynn Yee, M.D., M.P.H.
9–9:15 a.m. Break
9:15–10:55 a.m. Panel | Vulnerable patient population and substance abuse
9:15–9:35 a.m. Inpatient initiation of MOUD for OB patients Julie Byler, D.O., FASAM
9:35–9:55 a.m. Integrated and collaborative prenatal care models to optimize outcomes in pregnant patients with Opioid Use Disorder Wendy Smith, M.D., M.P.H.
9:55–10:15 a.m. Trauma-informed DHS involvement Kristin Prewitt, M.D., M.P.H.
10:15– 10:35 a.m. Psychiatric comorbidity in patients with substance use disorders Jane Payne M.D., MSCP
10:35 – 10:55 a.m. Q&A
10:55–11:15 a.m. Break
11:15–12:15 p.m. Plenary | Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (PAG) 101: common conditions and when to refer Julie Friedman, M.D.
12:15–1:30 p.m. Lunch roundtables
1:30–2:30 p.m. Plenary | Perinatal trauma related to loss, grief, how to approach future pregnancies Karen Gibbins, M.D., MSCI
2:30 – 2:45 p.m. Break

Thursday breakouts

Breakout | Opioid use disorder in pregnancy: Case-based strategies for clinical implementation
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Case #1 | Inpatient stabilization Kristin Prewitt, M.D., M.P.H.; Julie Byler, D.O., FASAM; Wendy Smith, M.D., M.P.H.
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Case #2 | Prenatal care Kristin Prewitt, M.D., M.P.H.; Julie Byler, D.O., FASAM; Wendy Smith, M.D., M.P.H.
4-4:15 p.m. Break
4:15–4:45 p.m. Case # 3 | Post C/S Kristin Prewitt, M.D., M.P.H.; Julie Byler, D.O., FASAM; Wendy Smith, M.D., M.P.H.
Breakout | Breast
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Contraception controversies: Emerging data about hormonal IUDs and breast cancer risk Abby Liberty, M.D., M.S.P.H.
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Evaluation of the palpable breast lesion and other benign breast conditions Eric Milanese, PA-C
4-4:15 p.m. Break
4:15–4:45 p.m. Breast cancer screening updates Krishna Bandi, M.D.
Breakout | Hot Topics for OB and GYN
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Menstrual management in adolescents and young adults Maureen Baldwin, M.D., M.P.H.
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Tackling urinary incontinence Lauren Nicola-Ducey, M.D.
4-4:15 p.m. Break
4:15–4:45 p.m. Induction of labor: latest updates on best practices Amy Hermesch, M.D., Ph.D.

Friday, November 14, 2025

Time Topic Speaker
7–7:45 a.m. Check-in and breakfast
7:45–8 a.m. Welcome
8–9:20 a.m. Panel | Primary care
8:00–8:20 a.m. Modern management of weight and metabolic Health in women Katie Putnam, M.D., M.P.H.; Lindsay Thimmig, M.D.
8:20–8:40 a.m. Beyond reproductive health: Preventive care guideline essentials Amy Cantor, M.D., M.P.H., FAAFP
8:40–9 a.m. Gender-informed assessment for neurodivergence Kristen Mackiewicz Seghete, Ph.D., PMH-C
9–9:20 a.m. Q&A
9:20–9:50 a.m. Break
9:50–11:25 a.m. Hot topic | Lactation
9:50–10:15 a.m. Complex lactational mastitis Anne Ziemba, CNM, IBCLC
10:15– 10:40 a.m. Frenotomy versus watchful waiting for pediatric tongue tie Rachel Manzo, M.D., FAAP
10:40–11:05 a.m. Benefits of antenatal hand expression Dana Chang, CNM, IBCLC
11:05–11:25 a.m. Q&A
11:25–11:45 a.m. Break
11:45–1:15 p.m. Lunch talk | Lunch & learn: Interactive fetal strip review Aaron Caughey, M.D., M.P.H., Ph.D.; Fei Cai, M.D.; Rebecca L. Thompson, M.D.; Irina Cassimatis, M.D., M.Sc., FACOG; Abby Furukawa, M.D.; Ellen Tilden, Ph.D., CNM, FACNM, FAAN
1:15–2:15 p.m. Plenary | Hematology pearls in pregnancy Ashley Benson, M.D., M.A., M.S.
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break

Friday breakouts

Breakout | Hormonal & pelvic transitions
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Pelvic floor health: Your guide to pregnancy and postpartum Kate Renkosiak, M.D.
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Testosterone supplementation for menopause symptoms (pre-recorded) Julia Shannon, M.S.N, RN, WHNP-BC; Q&A with Rebecca L. Thompson, M.D.
Breakout | Midwifery
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Community transfer collaboration Silke Akerson, M.P.H., CPM; Laura Jenson, M.P.H., CNM, FACNM
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Lessons from the deep end: 25 years of waterbirth at OHSU Michele Megregian, Ph.D., CNM, FACNM; Elizabeth Gary, M.S.N., CNM, CNM
Breakout | Gender affirming care
Time Topic Speaker
2:45–3:15 p.m. Gynecological care for trans and gender diverse patients Gene de Haan, M.D.
3:15–3:30 p.m. Break
3:30–4 p.m. Gender thoughtful care considering pregnancy and family building Elizabeth Rubin, M.D., M.C.R.
Attendee Type Early-bird fee Regular fee
Physician Two days $500 $575
One day $450 $525
Virtual only $400 $475
Advanced practice providers Two days $425 $475
One day $375 $425
Virtual only $325 $375
Other health professionals Two days $325 $375
One day $275 $325
Virtual only $225 $275
Trainees Two days $225 $250
One day $175 $200
Virtual only $125 $150

We are unable to offer refunds or exchanges. All sales are final.  

CME

Important dates

CME certificates will be issued mid-December, 2025.

Accreditation

The School of Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine designates this Other activity (live and asynchronous) for a maximum of 17.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

FAQs

Where do I stay?

Check room availability at Sentinel on the hotel's web site. 

What transit options are available?

The following bus lines serve the hotel: 12, 14, 15, 19, 20, 35, 44, 54 and 9.

The blue, red and green lightrail lines have stops just outside the hotel.

Where do I park?

The Sentinel is located at 614 SW 11th Ave., Portland OR 97205. There is no free parking. There are many lots nearby, including a SmartPark at 10th and Yamhill (730 SW 10th Ave).

Do you offer refunds?

Refunds are not available for this conference.

Do you provide food during the conference?

Breakfast and lunch are provided both conference days with paid registration. Tea, water and coffee are available throughout the conference.

Who will have access to recorded content?

Two-day and one-day attendees will receive access to streamed and recorded content.

How long will recorded content be available?

Recorded content will be available until January 14, 2026

Who can I contact with other questions?

Send an email to pnwupdate@ohsu.edu.

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact pnwupdate@ohsu.edu.

Exhibitor

If you are an exhibitor, please contact pnwupdate@ohsu.edu for more information.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism at OHSU

OHSU School of Medicine seeks a learning environment where all presentations, interactions, and conversations are respectful, harassment-free and provide a discrimination-free environment for all learners, faculty, residents, fellows, staff and others in attendance. All presenters are asked to honor OHSU SOM’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and anti-racism.