Sean E. Oldak, MD

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Dr Oldak is a consultation-liaison psychiatry fellow at Brigham and Women’s Hospital / Dana-Farber Cancer Institute / Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA.

Articles

The Impact of Valproic Acid on Neonatal Outcomes

Anthony J. Maristany, MS;Ridhi J. Vyas;Brianna Sa;Yasmine Nousari;Adela Buciuc, MD;Sean E. Oldak, MD

July 30th 2025

Research reveals significant risks of neonatal complications linked to in utero valproic acid exposure, emphasizing the need for careful management during pregnancy.

Valproic Acid During Pregnancy and After Delivery: A Narrative Review

Anthony J. Maristany, MS;Ridhi J. Vyas;Brianna Sa;Yasmine Nousari;Adela Buciuc, MD;Sean E. Oldak, MD

July 28th 2025

Valproic acid poses significant risks during pregnancy, including congenital malformations and neurodevelopmental disorders, necessitating careful treatment planning.