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In this episode, Cara and Missi explore the endocrine system and those primary care topics that can be hard to grasp.  They review the top two issues that are seen in the care of women- diabetes and thyroid dysfunction.  Join in for this conversation on diagnosis, management, and referral for these important disorders.

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In this episode, Cara and Missi dive deep into menopause and all it has to offer.  From hot flashes, to menstrual abnormalities, and all thing in between, join the girls for this conversation about understanding physiology and symptomatology while gain insight on providing supportive pharmacologic and non pharmacologic treatments for midlife. 

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In this episode,  Cara and Missi break down the many opinions of breast cancer screening including the big three- ACS, USPSTF, and ACOG.  Join in to listen to this comprehensive conversation about screening, diagnosis, and consultation of breast complaints across the life span.  In loving memory of Chelsea Rust.

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In this episode, Cara and Missi get serious about how we communicate in our professional lives.  Do you feel emotional ?  Powerless?  Do you hate difficult conversations?  Tune in here the girls give all of their successful strategies for communicating effectively in all situations.  

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In this episode, Cara and Missi review diagnosis and management of headaches.  Wether  you work in primary care or pregnancy, join this conversation and learn about types of headache, pharmacologic, and non-pharmacologic strategies for treatment.  

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In this episode, Cara and Missi discuss the dynamic of precepting from the student and preceptor perspective.  Precepting is one of the most important aspects of midwifery education and should be a value to both student and midwife.  Listen in for tips and tricks to make the most of this important relationship.

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In this episode, Cara and Missi compare and contrast active versus physiologic management of the third stage of labor.  Using the evidence as a guide, this conversation will help nurses and providers alike find their own way to manage third stage and understand the risk factors that may prompt active management.

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In this episode, Cara and Missi discuss the ins and outs of vaginitis.  Most midwives can easily treat normal presentation of vaginitis using the CDC recommendations.  In this overview, abnormal presentations and treatment for recurrent infections are reviewed and tips and tricks for clinical practice are discussed.

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In this episode, Cara is joined by her twin sister Diana Bowman, who is a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner. Diana shares her expertise in caring for critically ill patients with us, while Cara highlights the importance of interprofessional collaborative care. Topics include sepsis, respiratory support, and resuscitation. 

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In this episode, Cara and Missi provide an overview of the physiology, diagnosis, and treatment of jaundice.  As care providers for babies up to 28 days, it is imperative the midwives understand how to identify jaundice and provide anticipatory guidance to parents of newborns with hyperbilirubinemia.  Join in and build your foundational knowledge of management of jaundice with the girls.