Dr. Sarahn M. Wheeler
Overview
I am a maternal-fetal medicine doctor and provide obstetrical care to high-risk moms, either because the mother could have a maternal medical complication or the fetus could be affected by a complication or an anomaly. My primary role is to help patients make an informed decision on determining when to deliver and how, meaning at what gestational age we should do a C-section or have a vaginal birth. These questions can be incredibly complex and there’s not a perfect right or wrong answer, so I help the patient and their families think through options so they can make an informed decision for their unique situation. Here at Duke, we foster a collaborative environment, which is especially important in this subspecialty, since the fetus will oftentimes have a condition that requires a pediatric team. So we all work well together to tailor a plan that is specific to the patient and their needs.
Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection. Her top areas of expertise are Preeclampsia, Postpartum Depression, Endometritis, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 59 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, she has co-authored 1 article in the study of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.
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Locations
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Wheeler has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Duke Perinatal Consultants Of Durham And Fetal Diagnostic Center
I specialize in treating mothers who have infectious diseases that might affect their baby during pregnancy or develop infections while pregnant. As a researcher, I conduct clinical trials with the goal of improving pregnancy outcomes. I am trained in obstetrics and gynecology and have done additional training in maternal-fetal medicine. I chose to pursue maternal-fetal medicine because it allows me to focus on treating a complex medical problem for a short period of time, when the patient is still relatively healthy. Most of the medical problems I treat have a positive outcome. Pregnancy is a joyous time for the patient and their family, and I enjoy sharing in that happiness. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our twins. I also enjoy traveling, cooking, running on trails, and watching and playing golf. Dr. Swamy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection. Her top areas of expertise are Tetanus, Newborn Transient Tachypnea, Preeclampsia, and Newborn Low Blood Sugar.
Duke Birthing Center
"I can distinctly remember the awe and utter amazement I felt watching my first cesarean delivery. I knew that there was a baby inside the mother's abdomen, but it was amazing to see the doctors deliver it. To see it just ""pop out"". Still, to this day, I get that feeling of awe and amazement every time I help a mom deliver her baby. I feel so lucky to be part of such a wonderful moment in a family's life. As a maternal fetal medicine specialist, I take care of sick moms, sick babies, and sick pregnancies. Each day, while I get to help women and their families with big wins and happy moments, I also have the opportunity to help them through sad times and some of the worst moments of their lives. It is these hard and sad moments that make the happy ones even more meaningful. I also spend some of my time helping to teach medical students about Ob/Gyn. I really enjoy teaching, and sharing my love for Ob/Gyn with young learners is one of my favorite parts of my job. My other very important job is being a mom. I have three fantastic young boys that keep me busy and remind me on a daily basis how important family is. I love to swim and make jam. Apricot Jam is my favorite.". Dr. Dotters is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection. Her top areas of expertise are Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, Trisomy 18, Hysterectomy, and Tubal Ligation.
Areas of Expertise
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- PreeclampsiaDr. Wheeler isAdvanced. Learn about Preeclampsia.
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- EclampsiaDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Eclampsia.
- Ectopic PregnancyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Pregnancy.
- EndometritisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Endometritis.
- Neonatal SepsisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Sepsis.
- Postpartum DepressionDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Postpartum Depression.
- Premature InfantDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.