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Rachael Cabreira

Bio

I have received my Bachelor's in Nursing from the Dominican University of California and completed my Masters in Nursing, with specialization in Family Practice/Women's Health Nurse Practitoner, from San Francisco State University. I completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Midwifery from the University of Cincinnati and completed my residency at Kaiser Permanente. I have participated in numerous research studies, spearheaded teaching projects focused on woman's health and empower and educate my colleagues through professional development. I have over 11 years practicing in woman's health, specializing in uro-gynecology, infertility, obstetrics, and pelvic health. I am caring and compassionate by nature and have a true passion for women's health. I currently work as a Nurse Pratitioner and Program Manager for John Muir's Health first Community based Center for Women's Continence and Pelvic Health. I was part of the opening team for the development of the Center.

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  • John Muir Health

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Nursing:
    Doctors Reluctant to Expand Nurse Practitioners' Role: Survey

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- The United States has a shortage of primary care doctors, and some policymakers want to fill the gap by expanding the role of nurse practitioners. But the two professions are engaged in a turf war over who can do the job better, a new survey finds.

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  • Rachael Cabreira
    Rachael Cabreira answered:
    How can I nurture myself?
    Women often times put themselves on the "back burner" they are have many roles-wives, mothers, caregivers, work full time etc... It is important to take time out to care for yourself. You cannot be proficient in what you do or who you take care of if you are not well yourself! Scheduling your annual...  Full Post
  • Rachael Cabreira
    Rachael Cabreira answered:
    How can Nurses make a difference in the health of their patients?
    Nurses play a huge role in the care of the patient. They are often the first line who meets the patients, comforts the patients and family, and educates the patients about next steps to better health and recovery. Nurses are the eyes and ears when the Physician is not present. Our job is to give...  Full Post
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    Rachael Cabreira answered:
    What conditions does a nurse practitioner treat?

    Nurse Practitioners treat, diagnosis, educate, and can prescribe medications for many disease processes and conditions. Depending on their specialty, they can treat according to their scope of practice. For example if they are specialized in Woman's Health, they can do annual exams, pap smears, treat

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