Pro-PA Podcast

In this episode, guest host Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, dives into Gestational Diabetes, one of the most common complications of pregnancy. Learn how to screen, diagnose, and manage this condition to prevent adverse outcomes for both mom and baby. We’ll cover risk factors, glucose tolerance testing, treatment options, and delivery considerations.

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In this high-stakes episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, unpacks Fetal Distress, also known as non-reassuring fetal status. Understand how to interpret abnormal fetal heart rate patterns, recognize signs of hypoxia, and take timely action to ensure the best outcomes for both mom and baby. A must-know for OB rotations and beyond!

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In this critical episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, breaks down Ectopic Pregnancy, a potentially life-threatening condition. Learn the key risk factors, clinical presentation (think: abdominal pain, amenorrhea, and vaginal bleeding), diagnostic approach with β-hCG and transvaginal ultrasound, and when immediate intervention is warranted.

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In this concise yet comprehensive episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, reviews the Classifications of Abortions—from threatened to missed to septic. Learn how to distinguish each type clinically, understand management strategies, and reinforce your knowledge for both exams and patient care.

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In this episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, walks through the essentials of Cesarean and Operative Delivery techniques, including indications, procedural basics, and risks. From forceps-assisted and vacuum-assisted births to Cesarean section protocols, this high-yield overview is a must for any clinician involved in obstetric care.

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In this episode, guest host Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, explores Cervical Insufficiency, a condition characterized by painless cervical dilation leading to recurrent second-trimester pregnancy losses. Learn how to recognize risk factors, diagnose this challenging condition, and the role of transvaginal ultrasound and cerclage in management. A high-yield topic in reproductive and prenatal care!

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In this episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, discusses Breech Presentation, a fetal malpresentation that can complicate labor and delivery. Tune in to learn the different types of breech positioning, risk factors, methods of diagnosis, and current management recommendations—including when an external cephalic version (ECV) or cesarean delivery is indicated. A must-know topic for any future provider involved in obstetric care!

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In this episode, Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, breaks down Placental Abruption, a potentially life-threatening complication of pregnancy. Learn how to recognize the classic triad—painful third-trimester bleeding, uterine tenderness, and fetal distress—as well as key risk factors like hypertension and trauma. We'll also review the diagnostic approach and urgent management strategies to protect both maternal and fetal outcomes.

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In this episode of WOMENSHEALTH101, host Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, reviews Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)—a serious infection of the upper genital tract typically caused by sexually transmitted pathogens like Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. We cover classic symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, cervical motion tenderness, and abnormal discharge, as well as key diagnostics including pelvic exam and NAAT testing. Treatment pearls include broad-spectrum antibiotics and criteria for inpatient care to prevent complications like infertility and ectopic pregnancy.

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In this episode, guest host Sharon Machner, MPAS, PA-C, discusses the high-stakes emergency of Ovarian Torsion. Tune in for a quick but thorough review of the pathophysiology, classic presentation (sudden-onset pelvic pain), key imaging modalities, and why timely diagnosis is critical to preserve ovarian viability. Includes tips for differentiating torsion from similar acute pelvic complaints.

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