How do I download American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) guidelines?

How to Download ACOG Guidelines

ACOG guidelines can be accessed through their official website (www.acog.org) or by calling the ACOG Resource Center. 1

Official Access Methods

• ACOG regularly reviews and updates its publications, with any updates available on www.acog.org or by contacting the ACOG Resource Center via phone 1
• ACOG guidelines are designed as educational resources for clinicians providing obstetric and gynecologic care 1
• The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists makes its clinical guidance available through multiple document types including practice bulletins, committee opinions, and obstetric care consensus statements 2

Types of ACOG Documents Available

• Practice Bulletins: Comprehensive clinical guidelines on specific obstetric and gynecologic topics 2
• Committee Opinions: Shorter documents addressing specific clinical questions or issues 2
• Obstetric Care Consensus: Joint statements with the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine on obstetric topics 2
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Patient-oriented information that can also be useful for clinicians 2
• Task Force and Work Group Reports: In-depth analyses of specific topics 2

Digital Access Options

• Some ACOG content is available in mobile-friendly formats for smartphones and tablets 1
• Mobile applications allow for:
  • Downloading content for offline reading 1
  • Sharing articles with colleagues 1
  • Bookmarking content for future reference 1
  • Receiving real-time news and content feeds 1

Important Considerations

• While ACOG provides accurate and reliable information, their publications are provided "as is" without warranty of accuracy or reliability 1
• ACOG does not guarantee or endorse products or services of any organization 1
• All ACOG committee members and authors submit conflict of interest disclosure statements related to published products 1
• ACOG has neither solicited nor accepted commercial involvement in the development of guideline content 1

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

• Not checking for the most recent version of guidelines, as ACOG regularly updates their recommendations based on new evidence 1
• Failing to recognize that some content may require membership or payment for full access 2
• Not utilizing the search functionality on the ACOG website to find specific guidelines 2
• Missing supplementary materials that may be available only online and not in print versions 1