Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad
Overview
My particular niche in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine is prenatal diagnosis, but I do a little bit of everything. The special thing about maternal-fetal medicine here at Duke is that the group is really cohesive in terms of getting along really well, working well together and having a variety of interests within the division. In addition, Duke also has a lot of other subspecialties that we work closely with and which have a lot of interest in pregnancy, so we’re able to collaborate with them. In medical school, I had a great interest in women’s health and loved my OB/GYN rotation and residency. I very much admired the maternal fetal physicians in my residency program. I had great respect for what they did. They were able to take the difficult part of obstetrics and still enable women to have a positive birth experience. That really inspired me.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Preeclampsia, Placenta Previa, and Gestational Diabetes.
Dr. Ellestad is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics/Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics/Gynecology, Maternal & Fetal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
600 New Waverly Pl, Cary, NC 27518
2608 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
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Dr. Ellestad 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.
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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 highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, Trisomy 18, Hysterectomy, and Tubal Ligation. Dr. Dotters is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics/Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Preventative Medicine, Maternal & Fetal Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad by calling their office at 919-681-5741. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad a top-rated expert for Premature Infant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad is classified as an Experienced expert for Premature Infant, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Premature Infant, Preeclampsia, and Placenta Previa. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Does Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Premature Infant. You can view a list of Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah C. Ellestad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-5741 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Gestational DiabetesDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Gestational Diabetes.
- Intrahepatic Cholestasis of PregnancyDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy.
- Neonatal SepsisDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Sepsis.
- Placenta PreviaDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Placenta Previa.
- PreeclampsiaDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Preeclampsia.
- Premature InfantDr. Ellestad isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.