Jan Waclav, MD

Clinical & Medical Affairs Director

Jan Waclav, MD is a physician with more than 30 years of experience in clinical research, medical affairs, and healthcare innovation. He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen (CZ) and is certified in Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. As Clinical & Medical Affairs Director at MEDICEM Technology, he leads clinical research and evidence generation initiatives supporting women's health and medical device development.

He has previously held senior medical leadership roles at SOTIO, GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca, and ICON Clinical Research. Jan writes to help healthcare professionals and expectant parents navigate complex medical topics through clear, evidence-based information.

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January 22, 2025

Understanding terms of pregnancy: preterm, full-term, and post-term

Pregnancy is a journey full of milestones, excitement, and a fair share of medical terms. Among them, you might hear about preterm, full-term, and post-term pregnancies—phrases that describe how far along your baby is. Understanding these terms can help you feel more prepared for the final weeks of pregnancy and confident in your decisions, especially if labour induction is discussed.

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January 22, 2025

What to know before your labour induction

If you're an expectant mom and you’ve been told that labour induction will be part of your childbirth story? You are in the right place! What does this mean? What are the things to keep in mind? And what are your options?

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January 20, 2025

How long can induction of labour take?

Welcoming your little one into the world is an exciting and emotional journey, but if your doctor has mentioned induction of labour (IOL), you might have a lot of questions—or even a few worries. Maybe you’ve heard stories from friends or read somewhere that induction is a quick procedure, done in an hour or two. The fact is, about 1/3 of all pregnancies nowadays need to be induced and the process might take from few hours to few days. But keep in mind that induction is an opportunity for natural vaginal birth.

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November 26, 2024

Understanding the difference: Induction vs. preinduction of labour

Navigating pregnancy can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly when you're faced with complex medical terminology. Three commonly misunderstood terms are “cervical ripening”, "induction of labour" and "preinduction of labour".Although they are related, they refer to different steps in the process of getting labour started, and it’s important to understand these distinctions as you approach delivery.

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November 20, 2024

Cervical ripening agents explained

As your due date approaches, it's natural to wonder what will happen if labour doesn't start on its own.In some cases, your body might need a gentle nudge to prepare for your baby’s arrival. That’s where labour induction comes in.Your healthcare provider may recommend this if your pregnancy has gone past your due date, if there are health concerns for you or your baby, or if your waters have broken but labour hasn’t started.

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