Events Reddit AMA: Ask an Expert OB/GYN about Gestational Diabetes

Reddit AMA: Ask an Expert OB/GYN about Gestational Diabetes

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Digital graphic for a Reddit AMA on gestational diabetes features expert Dr. Kartik Venkatesh, event date October 24, 2025, 12 PM ET, and highlights that 1 in 8 women develop GDM during pregnancy.

Hosted on Reddit — October 24, 2025 | 12 PM ET
Featuring: Dr. Kartik Venkatesh, OB/GYN & Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist
Hosted by: DiabetesSisters on u/DiabetesSisters

Why This AMA Matters

Did you know that 1 in 8 women is affected by gestational diabetes (GDM)?

It’s common, but it can feel confusing, overwhelming, and isolating. Whether you’re currently navigating GDM, at risk during pregnancy, or postpartum and focused on the prevention of Type 2 diabetes, you’re not alone.

Join Dr. Kartik Venkatesh, OB/GYN and researcher at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, for a live Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) about gestational diabetes – pregnancy, postpartum, and everything in between.

This is your chance to get clear, evidence-based answers from a leading expert in maternal-fetal medicine and connect with a community that understands your journey.

What You’ll Learn:

Learn about the risk factors for gestational diabetes
What gestational diabetes really means for you and your baby
How to manage it with nutrition, movement, and medical support
What to expect after delivery and how to lower your risk of Type 2 diabetes
The emotional and mental side of gestational diabetes that’s often overlooked

You can ask anything. No question is too big or too small.

Meet the Expert: Dr. Kartik Venkatesh

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OB/GYN and Researcher at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Dr. Venkatesh is a physician-scientist specializing in maternal-fetal medicine and public health. His research focuses on improving outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women affected by chronic conditions, especially diabetes. He’s passionate about making complex health information clear, actionable, and compassionate.