Email

detlefs@bcm.edu

Positions

Assistant Professor

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX US

Addresses

Texas Children's Pavilion for Women (Office)

6651 Main Street
Houston, TX 77030
United States
Phone: (832) 826-7449
sarah.detlefs@bcm.edu

Education

MS from Drexel University

05/2021 - Philadelphia

MD from University of Arizona College of Medicine- Tucson

05/2014 - Tucson

Honors & Awards

SMFM Norman F. Grant Award 2022

Professional Interests

• Hematology in pregnancy: Anemia, Thrombocytopenia
• Pregnancy complicated by maternal cancer or history of cancer
• Pregnancy complicated by psychiatric and/or substance use disorders

Professional Statement

I highly value patient-centered, evidence-based care. Above all, I value creating a connection with my patients. My values help me guide them through complex pregnancies and difficult decision-making that require careful risk/benefit discussions. I enjoy explaining medical concepts in a way that is meaningful for patients and allows them to better understand their medical conditions as they pertain to pregnancy and beyond.
I discovered medical simulation in college and it furthered my passion for hands-on education. In my current Baylor College of Medicine and TCH Simulation roles. I strive to help learners see the value and comfort in simulation, especially those who are initially resistant to these learning experiences.
When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children as well as all of our animals.

Selected Publications

• Detlefs S, Carusi D, Shainker S, Einerson B, Lyell D, Grace M, Shrivastava V, Khandelwal M, Salmanian B, Modest A, Fox K, Subramaniam A, Crosland A, Duryea E, Shamshirsaz AA, Shrestha K, Belfort MA, Silver RM, Clark S, Shamshirsaz A. "The association between pathologic severity of placenta accreta spectrum and neonatal birthweight. American Journal of Perinatology." American Journal of Perinatology. 2022; Pubmed PMID: 36096136
• Detlefs S, Goffman D, Buttle R, Crump C, Thornburg L, Foley MR, Deering S. "Correlation between medical management and teamwork in multidisciplinary high-fidelity obstetrics simulations.." American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine. 2022; Pubmed PMID: 35351671
• Detlefs S, Jochum M, Salmanian B, McKinney J, Aagaard K. "The impact of response to iron therapy on maternal and neonatal outcomes among pregnant women with anemia.." American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine. 2022; Pubmed PMID: 35033748
• Detlefs S, Power J. "Anemia in pregnant women with HIV: Insights and implications about iron for all pregnant women and infants.." American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2021; Pubmed PMID: 33829224

Memberships

Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Member

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Member

Society for Simulation in Healthcare

Member