In this kickoff episode, we dive into one of the most critical emergencies in obstetric care: postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). Focused on practical, real-time management, we break down how obstetric anesthesiologists respond to acute bleeding—starting with uterine atony, the leading cause of PPH. We cover the pharmacologic toolkit for uterine tone, strategies for transfusion, and the anesthesiologist’s role in coordinating multidisciplinary care when every second matters. Whether you're a trainee or seasoned clinician, this episode delivers clinical pearls and structured approaches you can apply at the bedside.

The show hosts are Dr. Alexander Butwick MBBS, FRCA, MS - Professor of Anesthesia and Division Chief of Obstetric Anesthesia in the Department of Anesthesia & Perioperative Care at University of California San Francisco, Dr. Amanpreet Bilg MD - Resident in Anesthesia, Department of Anesthesia & Perioperative Care at University of California San Francisco, and Chioma Onuoha - MD Candidate 2025, University of California, 2025.

The views expressed by the hosts are based on individual experience and content knowledge and do not reflect those of the University of California San Francisco.