Case Presentation of Postpartum Preeclampsia – eCourse

Cost

$12.50 non-members
$11.25 members (must be logged in to receive the discount)
Includes access to the eCourse until completed or for 1 year

Overview

This 1.25-hour course, designed for physicians and other healthcare providers, covers a case presentation of postpartum pre-eclampsia with discussion on evaluation and management.

Objectives

1. List signs/symptoms of preeclampsia
2. Support a lactating parent when separated from infant
3. Describe the effect of preeclampsia on lactogenesis

Topic Outline

• Case presentation
• Definition of preeclampsia
• ACOG Practice Bulletin: Gestational Hypertension and Preeclampsia
• Demographics of Preeclampsia
• Risk factors for Preeclampsia
• Signs and symptoms of Preeclampsia
• Supporting the lactating dyad during evaluation and management of postpartum preeclampsia
• Effect of medications used to treatment preeclampsia on lactogenesis
• Supporting the lactating dyad during preeclampsia during pregnancy
• Preeclampsia and colostrum macronutrient content
• ACOG Committee Opinion Number 736: Presidential Task Force on Redefining the Postpartum Visit

Accreditation

CMEs: The AAFP has reviewed Case Presentation of Postpartum Preeclampsia and deemed it acceptable for up to 1.25 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CERPS: If Case Presentation of Co-lactation is purchased by December 31st, 2025, this course has been allocated 1.25(L) CERPs recognized by IBLCE. Long Term Provider #117-04.

If this course is purchased on or after January 1st, 2026, according to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) Individual CERPs Guide for Recertification, Section IIIA, education that has been awarded educational credit by another board or organization may be counted as CERPs. All IABLE courses both live and enduring are awarded continuing education credits (CMEs) from the American Academy of Family Physicians. Each CME credit can be counted as one CERP.  There is no limit to the number of CMEs that can be counted as CERPs.

Nursing Credits: All state boards for nursing licensure approve of educational offerings that are approved by the American Nursing Credentialling Center (ANCC). According to ANCC Certification, the continuing education hours approved by the AAFP and AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ meet the requirement of formally approved continuing education hours and may be used as such for ANCC Certification renewal. https://www.nursingworld.org/certification/faqs/

Speaker Biography

Lena Edelstein, MD, NABBLM-C, IBCLC is a Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Specialist in New York working alongside Dr. Lauren Macaluso in private practice within Allied Physicians Group. Dr. Edelstein completed her undergraduate studies at Haverford College, where she continues to value the lessons learned through open and thoughtful peer conversations. She earned her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her pediatric residency at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, part of the Northwell Health System. While practicing as a pediatrician, Dr. Edelstein developed a deep interest in Breastfeeding Medicine, driven by a desire to better serve her youngest patients and support their families. She was immediately drawn to providing comprehensive care for the entire dyad.
In addition to her clinical practice, she creates educational content for the Institute for the Advancement of Breastfeeding and Lactation Education. Dr. Edelstein is a past participant in the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) Leadership Academy and has served as past co-chair of the ABM Education Committee. She is currently co-chair of the Breastfeeding Committee within Allied Physicians Group.

Conflicts of Interest: None

Topics: Pre-eclampsia, Pregnancy induced hypertension, Hospitalization of the lactating parent