Heather J. Boyd, M.D.
Board Certified Physician
Dr. Heather Boyd started with Mt. Auburn in the summer of 2018. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from DePauw University in Indiana and her doctorate from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Her scholarly work has been featured in medical publications, including the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Education
DePauw University
Greencastle, Indiana
B.A. Biochemistry, 2010
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, Tennessee
M.D., 2014
University of Cincinnati Department of OB/Gyn
Cincinnati, Ohio
Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2018
Professional Memberships
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Publications
Detti, L., Jeffries-Boyd, H., Williams, L., Diamond, M., and Uhlmann, R. Fertility biomarkers to estimate metabolic risks in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. J Asst Repro
McKinney, D., Boyd, H., Langager, A., Oswald, M., Pfister, A., and Warshak, C. The impact of fetal growth restriction on latency in the setting of expectant management of preeclampsia. Am J of Ob & Gyn, Vol 214, Issue 3, 395.e1-395.e7.
Authored Posts
Everything you Need to Know about Labor & Delivery
When will I know I'm in labor? It can be difficult to know exactly when you are in labor, especially if this is your first pregnancy. If you are unsure if labor is beginning, please do not hesitate to call. Braxton Hicks contractions are irregular and erratic...
4-Dimensional Ultrasounds
What is four-Dimensional Ultrasound? We are pleased to be the first practice in Greater Cincinnati to offer our patients the latest technological advance in prenatal imaging ? four-dimensional ultrasound. This innovative technology shows your developing baby in...
What You Need to Know About Your Cervical Health
Did you know that 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year? January is Cervical Health Awareness Month! Today we go over how you can take care of your cervical health. HPV Vaccination The human papillomavirus can lead to...
Keeping Up With your New Year’s Resolutions!
Finding yourself having a hard time committing to your New Year's resolution? Or are you still trying to find the right resolution for you? Either way, we hope today’s blog gives you a boost to start chasing after your goals this year! Exercise & Diet Ah,...
Alcohol & Breastfeeding: New Year’s for New Moms
Can I have my drink and breastfeed too? What exactly does it mean to pump and dump? In today’s blog, we want to settle the myths about pumping and dumping while giving more affirmative facts about safe alcohol consumption and juggling breastfeeding. Can I Drink...
Women’s Health: SAD During the Holiday Season
Every year do you find yourself feeling down during the holidays and winter season? You may be chalking that up to just missing the summer, but actually it could mean you have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Research shows that it’s most common in women too. Here’s...
How to Heal from Diastasis Recti After Pregnancy
Some women talk about the pregnancy “pooch” that sticks around post-pregnancy. What is this condition, and how do you get rid of it? What is diastasis recti? What causes it? Diastasis recti, also known as “ab separation”, is where your left and right stomach...
To Young Women Everywhere: Learning The Signs
We read a study that totally shocked us. Almost to the point of disbelief. Out of a survey of 13,000 women, a stunning finding found that: 1 and 16 women are coerced into their first sexual experience and later experience sexual health problems. This study: Was taken...
Pregnant During Thanksgiving: The Do’s and Don’ts
Thanksgiving is fun until you remember you have dietary restrictions while pregnant. Uh oh, what do you do? Here are the do’s and don’ts for your Thanksgiving feast so you can eat stress-free. Don’t Eat Undercooked Foods Consuming undercooked foods can lead to...
How to Deal with Insomnia While Pregnant
Insomnia can be hard enough to deal with normally, and you may be wondering how you're going to cope with it now that you're pregnant. Whether you’re a new mom or an experienced mother looking for new tips, here’s what to expect and how to handle pregnancy insomnia...
Everything You Need to Know about The Birth Control Pill
Birth control can be an awkward topic to talk about, but it’s an important thing to be informed on. One of the most common forms of women’s birth control you may hear about is “the pill.” But what exactly is “the pill”? How Does the Pill Work? A birth control pill is...
Breast Cancer Awareness: Mental Health
Besides some kinds of skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the US. It is likely that you or someone you know has been affected by breast cancer in some way. We always hear about the physical toll it takes, but what about the mental and...