Episode 9: Congenital CMV (Part II)

Have you ever heard of congenital CMV? Probably not, but you should!

Back with another episode, we dive into congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), the most common congenital infection that nobody talks about. This episode is Part II of a two-part series. Your guest host, Dr. Kaisha Gonzalez, is joined by Dr. Megan Pesch, a clinician, researcher, advocate, and mom on a mission who’s here to break down why CMV matters, how it affects newborns, and what we can do to prevent it.

From screening to advocacy to her journey learning American Sign Language, Dr. Pesch shares insights, research, and practical tips for parents and healthcare providers alike. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!

Check out Dr. Pesch's Bio:

https://experts.umich.edu/5911-megan-pesch

Website for Congenital and Perinatal Infections Consortium:

https://cpic.rarediseasesnetwork.org/

Website for the 2025 Congenital Cytomegalovirus Public Health & Policy Conference:

https://cmv.usu.edu/