Apr 1, 2022
Dr. Justin Aldred's journey with pulmonary embolisms is nothing short of a miracle. This week, he shares that journey with listeners of The SavvyCast.
Episode At A Glance:
This week on The SavvyCast, Dr. Justin Aldred of OB/Gyn South joins me. While Dr. Aldred has a medical practice of his own, this week he shares his own medical journey. From being awake during surgery to discovering he has a blood clot disorder to now living a normal life, Dr. Aldred's story is sure to inspire. In this episode, he shares all about blood clots, from common causes to how they affect pregnancies.
Who Is Dr. Justin Aldred?
After growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Justin Aldred went to Auburn University. He then completed his internship and residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. In 2018, he then moved back to Birmingham to start his OB/Gyn practice at OB/Gyn South at Brookwood Medical Center. Today, he is married to Chelsea Aldred. Together, they have three lovely children--Reese, Hampton, and Caroline.
Questions Answered In This Episode:
- What is protein S deficiency? Can it be inherited?
- Is Dr. Aldred on a follow-up medical protocol?
- What are the common causes of blood clots?
- How did the Lord work in Dr. Aldred’s life through this major life-changing event?
- What are the signs of a pulmonary embolism?
- How do blood clot disorders affect pregnancies?
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