Alexandra Nicholas, MD

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Dr Nicholas is an assistant professor of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, and the medical director of obstetric-cardiac anesthesiology at the University of Pittsburgh.

Articles

Examining a Case of Acute Late-Pregnancy Psychosis: How Best to Coordinate Care

Cecilia A. Westbrook, MD, PhD;Meredith Spada, MD;Elizabeth M. Hovis, MD;Jacob Larkin, MD;Alexandra Nicholas, MD;Luke Swider, MD;Jonathan Yadlosky, MD;Joseph S. DeRenzo, MD;Adam P. Dunmore, MD;Jennifer L. Kloesz, MD, FAAP;Linda Dudas, RNC, MSN, CNL;John Silipigni, MSW, MBA;Priya Gopalan, MD

April 11th 2025

Peripartum psychosis is considered a psychiatric emergency. Here is how an interdisciplinary team can provide the best care.

Planned Induction of Labor in a Patient With Acute Late-Pregnancy Psychosis: A Case Report

February 18th 2025

Consideration of both practical and ethical concerns, as well as an interdisciplinary approach, can lead to better outcomes for pregnant patients with psychosis.