1215. Women's Health within Neuroimmunology

In this "Ask the Expert" episode titled, "Women's Health within
Neuroimmunology," Dr. Sonia Singh joined Krissy Dilger of SRNA to
share women's health concerns within the context of
neuroimmunology, focusing on issues like fertility and pregnancy
for those with rare neuroimmune disorders [00:01:20]. Dr. Singh
discussed how certain conditions, such as neuromyelitis optica
spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and autoimmune encephalitis, and
medications could impact fertility [00:03:45]. They also explored
the increased risks of relapse during and after pregnancy and the
importance of coordinated care between neurologists and
obstetricians [00:07:10]. Dr. Singh emphasized the importance of
teamwork during pregnancy to ensure optimal outcomes for both
mother and child [00:21:45].





Sonia Kaur Singh, MD is a Neurologist and Assistant Professor of
Neurology at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC),
Charleston who specializes in Neuroimmunology. Dr. Singh obtained
her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore in
Southern India. After graduation, she worked with dementia
specialists in India studying dementia in culturally and
linguistically diverse populations. She completed her neurology
residency at University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
(UTHealth Houston) in the Texas Medical Center. During residency,
she was involved with innovative learning strategies including a
structural competency curriculum and graduated with the
prestigious Frank Yatsu Award for Excellence in Clinical
Neurology. After residency, she completed a one-year fellowship
in Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology from UTHealth Houston
where she was actively involved in medical education and clinical
trials. Dr. Singh has a special interest in women’s health and
cognition in neuroimmune conditions.