About
Paola A. Rosa, DO, FACOG
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Dr. Rosa is originally from Medellin, Colombia, but grew up in Connecticut. In her free time, Dr. Rosa loves working out – running, strength training, and biking. She also enjoys exploring the outdoors, hiking, traveling abroad, kayaking, and spending time at home watching movies and relaxing with her husband and two dogs.
Dr. Rosa provides labor and delivery services and performs surgical gynecological procedures at:
Women's health and helping people have always been a passion of mine. The continuity of care is essential for me. Ob/Gyn is a specialty where I am able to take care of patients for their entire lives. Most importantly, I value the longitudinal relationships built with my patients. I believe that being empathetic and compassionate are key elements to building rewarding patient relationships and providing great care, and I also make practicing evidence-based medicine a priority.
Services
- Adolescent Gynecology: "The First Visit"
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Adolescent Gynecology: "The First Visit"
Adolescent gynecology includes an introduction to a gynecologist or advanced practice clinician (APC) and general health counseling, as well as discussion of any concerns.
- Annual Gynecological Exam
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Annual Gynecological Exam
The annual gynecological exam is a yearly preventative and diagnostic examination that helps monitor any ongoing physical or hormonal conditions. The examination typically includes a routine breast and pelvic exam and may include a screening for sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.
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- Birth Control and Contraceptive Counseling
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Birth Control and Contraceptive Counseling
Contraception (birth control) is any activity, medicine, or equipment used to prevent pregnancy. There are many types of birth control available for women who do not wish to become pregnant. The choice of a birth control method is a complex decision; ARC provides information and supporting patients' decision-making about birth control methods through contraceptive counseling.
- Comprehensive Gynecological Care
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Comprehensive Gynecological Care
ARC gynecologists and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) see patients of all ages for a wide variety of health issues, including pap tests, menopause, UTIs, birth control, well-checks, and STD testing and treatment.
- Comprehensive Obstetric Care
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Comprehensive Obstetric Care
Obstetrical care is a term used to describe the management of both normal and complicated pregnancy as well as the delivery and postpartum periods.
- Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding (Minerva®)
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Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding (Minerva®)
Endometrial ablation is a procedure to remove a thin layer of tissue (endometrium) that lines the uterus. It's done to stop or reduce heavy menstrual bleeding.
- Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding (NovaSure®)
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Endometrial Ablation for Menstruation with Heavy Bleeding (NovaSure®)
Endometrial ablation is a procedure to remove a thin layer of tissue (endometrium) that lines the uterus. It's done to stop or reduce heavy menstrual bleeding.
- Fertility Care
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Fertility Care
Fertility care at ARC focuses on monitoring, maintaining, and restoring your reproductive and gynecological health.
- Flu Vaccinations for Pregnant Women
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Flu Vaccinations for Pregnant Women
Flu vaccines given during pregnancy help protect both the pregnant mother and the baby from flu. The influenza vaccine can be given during any trimester of pregnancy.
- Genetic Screening
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Genetic Screening
Genetic screening is the process of testing for a genetic disorders that may be passed to offspring.
- High Risk Pregnancy Care
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High Risk Pregnancy Care
A high-risk pregnancy is one where the mother or the fetus has an increased risk of adverse outcomes compared to uncomplicated pregnancies.
- Hysterectomy
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Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus. In some cases, other parts of the reproductive system may be removed.
- Labor and Delivery
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Labor and Delivery
For your convenience and to provide you with the best care, ARC Ob/Gyn doctors are credentialed to deliver at a hospital near your clinic location.
- Mammogram Screening Referral
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Mammogram Screening Referral
Your ARC physician or advanced practice clinician (APC) can refer you to a different ARC location or a medical provider outside of ARC for a mammogram screening.
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- Menopause Treatment
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Menopause Treatment
ARC primary care and Ob/Gyn physicians and APCs can help treat menopause symptoms and help prevent osteoporosis and will work with you to recommend lifestyle changes and possibly medicine.
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- Pap Smears and Other Gynecological Screenings
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Pap Smears and Other Gynecological Screenings
Getting regular preventive care and screenings may help find cancer and other health risks early, when they are most treatable and more treatment options are available.
- Postpartum Care
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Postpartum Care
Your ARC doctor or advanced practice clinician (APC) will explain what to expect and how to manage soreness, discharge, mood changes, and more after delivery.
- Prenatal Medical Care
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Prenatal Medical Care
Prenatal care provides the best care for you and your unborn child. It also helps prepare you for the delivery of a healthy baby.
- Preparing for Pregnancy
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Preparing for Pregnancy
If you're planning to become pregnant, you want to take the best care of you and your baby to help reduce risks. Proper health before deciding to become pregnant is almost as important as maintaining a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. We recommend you begin with a pre-pregnancy exam with an ARC Ob/Gyn physician or advanced practice clinician (APC).
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- Preparing for Your Baby
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Preparing for Your Baby
Preparing for your baby's arrival is an exciting time that can raise questions about the health care your child will receive. A free ARC Pediatric Meet & Greet is an excellent opportunity for you to learn about our practice and inquire about an individual doctor's or advanced practice clinician's (APC) philosophy of caring for your baby.
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- Sonography
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Sonography
A sonogram is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves, or ultrasound waves, to look at the organs and structures in your pelvic area.
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- STD Screening and Treatment
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STD Screening and Treatment
STIs are infectious diseases passed from person to person through sexual contact. They may also be called STDs for sexually transmitted diseases.
- Telemedicine Visits
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Telemedicine Visits
ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.
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- Tubal Ligation
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Tubal Ligation
Tubal ligation, or “tying your tubes,” is a surgical procedure that prevents you from becoming pregnant.
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Credentials
Board Certifications
Board Certified in Obstetrics and GynecologyResidency
San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium at the San Antonio Military Medical Center, San Antonio, TX, 2016Medical School
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, WV, 2012Education
BS in Biology, Pre-Med, Summa Cum Laude, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT, 2008Professional Positions
- Air Force Medical Readiness Coordinator, 2019-2020
- Diplomat, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Member, American Osteopathic Association
- Member, Texas Medical Association
- Member, Travis County Medical Society
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