Liz Gartner

Dr. Liz Gartner, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, dives into the critical issue of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) during pregnancy, a condition often masked by typical pregnancy symptoms. She explains how pregnancy's unique physiology predisposes women to DKA at lower glucose levels. The discussion covers common triggers, like infection and insulin nonadherence, and highlights the importance of recognizing the condition early. Gartner shares vital management strategies, emphasizing aggressive maternal resuscitation and that delivery alone isn’t treatment—it's all about saving both mother and baby.