Shoshana Church, PA-C
Addiction Medicine Specialist | Addiction Medicine
2250 Reed Station Pkwy Suite 204 Carbondale IL, 62901About
Shoshana Church is a physician assistant practicing in Carbondale, IL. Shoshana specializes in providing primary care and addiction solutions. PA's work with collaborating physicians as per the guidelines of their governing body. Physician Assistants perform physical exams, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, perform procedures and makes referrals to other specialists. In the addiction medicine arena, Shoshana orders infusion therapy for patients struggling with substance use disorders. She also works with patients struggling with chronic viral infections like EBV ordering high dose vitamin C and other vitamin infusions.
Education and Training
SIU PA-C 2003
University of Nebraska MPAS 2008
Provider Details
Shoshana Church, PA-C's Expert Contributions
Are physician assistants able to diagnose you without a physician?
Yes READ MORE
Can physical therapy help with shoulder impingement?
yes READ MORE
Is herpes serious?
It is not serious but you should use caution because of it. It's a virus that will shed and if you are sexually active your partner should be aware of the diagnosis because it can shed and you may or may not be symptomatic. READ MORE
Can physical therapy help sports injury?
yes READ MORE
Can physical therapy help lower back injury?
yes READ MORE
What type of physical therapy is best after a stroke?
physical and occupational therapy can help and if the stroke affected his speech, speech therapy READ MORE
Should I get physical therapy for a back injury?
I would wait. A 2 day injury is considered acute. If it doesn't get better with ice, anti-inflammatories and massage and gentle exercise, you may need to see a PT READ MORE
What treatments are there for a tennis elbow?
tennis elbow strap, ice, anti-inflammatories and if not improving physical or occupational therapy READ MORE
Can physical therapy fix sciatica?
It can't necessarily "fix" it but can certainly help READ MORE
Why are two thermometers showing different temperature readings?
It's probably a calibration issue. Use the newest one. READ MORE
When does a fever become dangerous?
Fever in children can be dangerous when it reaches 103-104. Usually, you look at other symptoms as well. A really sick child with a high temp that is not brought down with acetaminophen and lukewarm baths should be evaluated. READ MORE
Can I take medications for heart arrhythmia?
Yes, see your provider for a complete workup and evaluation. READ MORE
My infection isn't settled after I've been on antibiotics. Why is this happening?
There are many factors to consider - what was the reason you needed the antibiotic? What type of antibiotic were you prescribed? Do you have a clean diet or do you eat sugar and processed foods? Most antibiotics will continue to address bacteria for 10 days after completing the prescription. Another reason may be you didn't have a bacterial infection at all but a virus instead. Antibiotics will not kill viruses. READ MORE
Do I need a tetanus shot if I slipped and fell on the road?
Yes you should if you arent up to date READ MORE
What are the tests recommended to diagnose the bacteria causing a flu?
Hi typically the flu is diagnosed with a nasal swab. If positive the patient is usually treated with tamiflu and rarely an antibiotic READ MORE
Do you specialize in treating symptoms of the flu?
PAs can treat the flu. It's usually a prescription of tamiflu but you need to be tested first to ensure you actually have it. READ MORE
What is the role of a physicians assistant?
Well first, let's get the title correct. A PA is a Physician Assistant not a Physician's Assistant. As a PA we don't assist physicians and most PA's have their own panel of patients especially in a clinic setting. A PA (the name is changing to Physician Associate) is trained via the medical model which is how physicians are trained. A PA can order labs and imaging, interpret those tests, consult with other specialists, diagnose and treat. PA's can work in the hospital, home health, clinics, telemedicine and other venues. PA's can specialize in areas like surgery, cardiovascular, neurology, primary care, peds, etc. I have loved being a PA and being able to establish a relationship with my patients. I hope this helps READ MORE
Tonsilitis
Tonsillitis can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Since they did a swab they are sending it out for a culture to see if it's bacterial or not. You can catch viruses just by breathing the air, unfortunately. Other problems you should consider are mono. If you have swollen tonsils that are covered with pus and black stuff and swollen lymph nodes, fever and fatigue, you need to be checked for mono READ MORE
Numbness from hip to toe
Numbness is usually a result of nerve compression somewhere along the pathway. Has your provider looked at your low back with imaging? The cartilage in the knee that is overgrown may be causing compression but may also have created a state of inflammation which would result in swelling and further nerve compression. You mention you have a bulging disc in the back. I would have that looked at first as the cause. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Cannabis Clinicians
What do you attribute your success to?
- determination, caring for people
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Mountains and beaches - hard to decide
Hobbies / Sports
- gardening, painting, teaching about cannabis as medicine
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