Talking Women’s Health is an insightful, balanced, and informative podcast where OB-GYN leaders discuss current topics that impact patient care. Join host Amy Young, MD, and CEO of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as she engages with experts in the field to share observations and critical perspectives about subjects within the specialty and subspecialties. In its role as a national certifying body, ABOG engages and collaborates with several OB-GYN organizations to ensure delivery of certification offerings that adhere to evidence-based medical data.
What Does Board Certification Really Mean for Patients?
When choosing an OB-GYN provider, how can patients know they're receiving care from a board-certified physician? Dr. Amy Young and Dr. Jason Knight explore the value of board certification, continuing certification, physician verification, and the role these tools play in helping patients make informed healthcare decisions.
15 Jul 2026
Evolving Certification: A Look Inside the ACE Pilot
How is Continuing Certification evolving?
In this episode of Talking Women’s Health, Dr. Amy Young is joined by Dr. Kenneth Kim, Associate Executive Officer and Chief of Medical Practice and Certification Innovation at ABOG, and Dr. Pooja Shivraj, ABOG’s Chief of Assessments, for a deeper look inside the ACE Pilot.
Together, they break down what the ACE Pilot is, why it was developed, and how its personalized approach supports continuous learning and physician mastery.
The conversation also explores how ACE connects to patient care, what makes this model different, and what comes next as ABOG evaluates the pilot and considers the future of continuing certification.
13 Mar 2026
Research and Its Role in the OB-GYN Specialty
Research is one of the most powerful forces shaping the future of women’s health—and in this episode of Talking Women’s Health, we’re putting it front and center.
Join us as Dr. George Macones, internationally recognized maternal–fetal medicine expert and President of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology’s Board of Directors, sits down to explore the critical role research plays in the OB‑GYN specialty. From informing certification standards to driving innovation and improving patient care, this conversation highlights why evidence‑based medicine matters now more than ever.
Dr. Macones also reflects on ABOG’s values as they relate to research, the responsibility of the specialty to advance evidence, and what it means that nearly 80% of subspecialists in a recent survey say research is essential to moving the field forward.
Whether you’re a clinician, educator, or advocate for women’s health, this episode underscores how research fuels progress and why its impact is far-reaching.
1 Dec 2025
The Value of Certification
In Episode 7 of “Talking Women’s Health,” host Dr. Amy Young welcomes Dr. Gabriella (Gabey) Gosman, ABOG’s Associate Executive Officer and Chief of Medical Affairs, for a dynamic conversation on the value of board certification in OB-GYN.
Together, they explore why certification matters, the eligibility requirements, and what the lifelong commitment to mastery and continuing education is all about. Through candid, back-and-forth questions, Amy and Gabey share personal insights and discuss how assessments are evolving and helping to shape the standards of care in obstetrics and gynecology.
Whether you’re a provider, resident, or patient, this episode offers key takeaways on the importance of certification and what it means for science-based, quality care.
3 Oct 2025
The Value of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (PAG) as a Subspecialty
In this episode of the Talking Women’s Health Podcast, host Dr. Amy Young sits down with three trailblazing leaders in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (PAG) to explore the evolution of this vital field. Currently recognized as a Focused Practice Designation by ABOG, PAG is on the path to becoming a formal subspecialty—reflecting its distinct scientific foundation and the unique needs of its patient population.
Joining the conversation are:
Dr. Jennifer Dietrich, Tenured Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and Chief of PAG at Texas Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Nichole Tyson, Clinical Professor at Stanford University and Chief of PAG at Stanford Children's Hospital.
Together, they unpack the definition of PAG, the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration—especially between gynecologists and pediatric surgeons—and the risks when such collaboration is absent. The episode culminates in a compelling discussion on the value of subspecialty designation, highlighting how it would enhance care for young patients with complex reproductive health needs.
Tune in for a candid and insightful look at the future of PAG and the leaders driving its transformation.
19 Sept 2025
Understanding the Distinct Roles of 3 Authoritative OB-GYN Entities
In this episode of the Talking Women’s Health Podcast, host Dr. Amy Young welcomes two distinguished guests—Dr. Sandra E. Brooks, CEO of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and Dr. Meredith Alston, Chair of the ACGME Obstetrics and Gynecology Review Committee—to unpack the distinct yet interconnected roles of three authoritative organizations shaping the OB-GYN specialty: ABOG, ACOG, and ACGME.
Together, they explore:
The unique missions and responsibilities of each organization
How collaboration across these entities advances the field
Innovative strategies to support OB-GYN trainees and practicing physicians
Listeners will gain clarity on how these organizations operate “in their own lanes” while working in tandem to elevate care, education, and professional standards in women’s health. The episode concludes with powerful takeaways from each guest on what providers and patients should understand about the value of these institutions.
22 Jul 2025
Increasing Outreach, Clarity, and Unity Across the OB-GYN Landscape
In this episode, Dr. Amy Young welcomes Dr. Allen Ghareeb, a 2nd year fellow in Maternal Fetal Medicine at the University of Washington and the former Junior Fellow College Advisory Council Chair on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Together these physicians energetically explore how ABOG can strengthen its outreach and connection—particularly to Junior Fellows—and also clarify its role within the broader OB-GYN ecosystem. The conversation covers several substantive topics including:
Strategies for deepening engagement with Junior Fellows.
How ABOG’s role compares to other key organizations like ACOG and ACGME.
The importance of evidence-based board certification in an era of social media and unregulated medical guidance.
Dr. Ghareeb offers incredible insights from his leadership experience and digital-native perspective and includes thoughts on the importance of unity across the specialty during a time of unprecedented challenges facing OB-GYN physicians.
30 May 2025
Professionalism in the Workplace
Host Amy Young, MD, interviews Gabriella Gosman, MD, and Kenneth H. Kim, MD, about professionalism in healthcare settings, emphasizing clear communication and respect among colleagues and staff to improve patient care.
23 May 2025
Chatting about Leadership and Surgical Training with Ronald Alvarez, MD, MBA
Ronald Alvarez, MD, MBA, discusses his leadership journey in OB-GYN, addressing surgical training and specialist distribution challenges, offering insights into the future of women's healthcare in this interview episode.
23 May 2025
The History and Value of Complex Family Planning
Uta Landy, Phil Darney, and Courtney Schreiber discuss the history and importance of Complex Family Planning as a subspecialty within obstetrics and gynecology in an interview with Amy Young.
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Gabriella Gosman
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Uta Landy
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