Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM works as a full-scope midwife in Philadelphia. A graduate of University of Miami and University of Pennsylvania, her areas of interest include adolescent women's health and promoting natural childbirth. Robyn is married with two sons and is an avid runner and triathlete. In the little spare time she has left, Robyn enjoys traveling, cooking, and reading.

All articles by Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

One of the most common topics female patients want to discuss during their annual exam is sex.

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Patient education crucial for addressing low libido in women

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

November 26, 2014

Female patients that are concerned about decreased sexual desire should know that they are not alone.

Has the increase of female obstetricians made it more difficult for male OB/GYNs to practice?

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Where have all the male OB/GYNs gone?

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

November 17, 2014

Men have a more difficult road to pave when it comes to choosing the specialty of obstetrics and gynecology.

Where do clinicians find support after an adverse outcome?

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Addressing clinician health after adverse outcomes

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

September 25, 2014

Support for the clinician is crucial in overcoming poor patient outcomes.

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Caring for friends as patients

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

September 18, 2014

For health-care providers, there are many positive aspects to caring for a friend, particularly during pregnancy.

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Wait times frustrate health-care providers, too

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

September 3, 2014

Who benefits when medical providers try to squeeze so many patients into so little time?

Being questioned in the workplace can make for a stressful environment.

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What I didn’t know about becoming a midwife

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

August 22, 2014

Transitioning from a labor and delivery nurse to a midwife comes with many new responsibilities, including working with other providers who may question clinical decisions.

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Screening recommendation changes confuse providers, patients

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

July 25, 2014

Do changing recommendations for pap smears and pelvic exams send the wrong message to patients about routine care?

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Skin-to-skin contact ‘all benefits’ for moms, babies

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

July 15, 2014

Skin-to-skin contact immediately following birth makes an easier transition from fetal to newborn life.

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Discussing delivery after a cesarean

Robyn Carlisle, MSN, CNM

June 13, 2014

Talks about trial of labor, vaginal birth, or elective repeat after cesarean should begin at a patient’s first visit and continue throughout the course of the pregnancy.