https://simplecast.com Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts Get expert health and wellness tips, discover the latest medical advances and learn about the health issues impacting our community with HealthCasts podcast, featuring Sarasota Memorial’s award-winning physicians and experienced healthcare professionals. Subscribe, so you never miss an episode, or watch the video versions on our YouTube channel, @SMHCS. Sarasota Memorial is one of the largest public health systems in Florida. Its flagship 897-bed hospital in Sarasota, Fla., has been consistently ranked among the highest performing hospitals in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Our SMH-Venice campus features 178 private rooms. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Please consult your physician about any personal health concerns. Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts en-us Thu, 9 Apr 2026 12:22:22 +0000 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 12:22:34 +0000 https://www.smh.com/podcast Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/a17fd864-bf43-4e42-a568-3fd984c35167/544258e4-bfe3-4d90-985e-7f140821a93e/3000x3000/final_podcast_art.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://www.smh.com/podcast episodic Get expert health and wellness tips, discover the latest medical advances and learn about the health issues impacting our community with HealthCasts podcast, featuring Sarasota Memorial’s award-winning physicians and experienced healthcare professionals. Subscribe, so you never miss an episode, or watch the video versions on our YouTube channel, @SMHCS. Sarasota Memorial is one of the largest public health systems in Florida. Its flagship 897-bed hospital in Sarasota, Fla., has been consistently ranked among the highest performing hospitals in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Our SMH-Venice campus features 178 private rooms. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Please consult your physician about any personal health concerns. Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts false https://feeds.simplecast.com/D2kMwdue top hospital, wellness, sarasota, health Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts charles-westcott@smh.com 54f52e5f-a21f-4fb7-bca6-2ad936195147 Understanding Endometriosis | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 7 Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves.

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]]> Thu, 9 Apr 2026 12:22:22 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves.

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]]> Understanding Endometriosis | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 7 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:10 Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves. Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves. endometriosis, hormone therapy, surgery, gynecology false full 7 467e91a1-6fad-4228-9364-513172691900 Preventing and Treating Concussions | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 6 Concussions are actually a type of traumatic brain injuries, and should be treated as such. Casey Howell, RN, SMH's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, explains the signs and symptoms of concussions, and why people often aren't treating them appropriately.

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]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:26:38 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Concussions are actually a type of traumatic brain injuries, and should be treated as such. Casey Howell, RN, SMH's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, explains the signs and symptoms of concussions, and why people often aren't treating them appropriately.

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]]> Preventing and Treating Concussions | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 6 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:58 Concussions are actually a type of traumatic brain injuries, and should be treated as such. Casey Howell, RN, SMH's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, explains the signs and symptoms of concussions, and why people often aren't treating them appropriately. Concussions are actually a type of traumatic brain injuries, and should be treated as such. Casey Howell, RN, SMH's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, explains the signs and symptoms of concussions, and why people often aren't treating them appropriately. concussion, trauma, traumatic brain injury false full 5 8023042f-ca61-4f61-bb6c-eca8ef1cef91 Understanding Hypertension and the Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 5 Diagnosing hypertension, known as a "silent killer," is incredibly important. Interventional cardiologists Ricardo Yaryura, MD, Jeffrey Rossi, MD and Daniel Molloy, MD, explain the diagnosis, traditional treatments and a newer option for uncontrolled blood pressure.

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]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:14:04 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Diagnosing hypertension, known as a "silent killer," is incredibly important. Interventional cardiologists Ricardo Yaryura, MD, Jeffrey Rossi, MD and Daniel Molloy, MD, explain the diagnosis, traditional treatments and a newer option for uncontrolled blood pressure.

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]]> Understanding Hypertension and the Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:28:04 Diagnosing hypertension, known as a "silent killer," is incredibly important. Interventional cardiologists Ricardo Yaryura, MD, Jeffrey Rossi, MD and Daniel Molloy, MD, explain the diagnosis, traditional treatments and a newer option for uncontrolled blood pressure. Diagnosing hypertension, known as a "silent killer," is incredibly important. Interventional cardiologists Ricardo Yaryura, MD, Jeffrey Rossi, MD and Daniel Molloy, MD, explain the diagnosis, traditional treatments and a newer option for uncontrolled blood pressure. heart, blood pressure, cardiac, hypertension false full 8 21a263df-ea81-411d-9a2c-c329ea750534 Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery and the SMH Heart Team Approach | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 4 Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is one of the techniques used by cardiac surgeons to repair or replace valves, including the mitral valve. While the procedure has a shorter recovery time than the traditional sternotomy, it is still an open heart operation, and not the same as the minimally invasive techniques used by interventional cardiologists. SMH Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, explains the different options, and how the heart team approach helps to pair the right patient with the right procedure.

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]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:12:33 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is one of the techniques used by cardiac surgeons to repair or replace valves, including the mitral valve. While the procedure has a shorter recovery time than the traditional sternotomy, it is still an open heart operation, and not the same as the minimally invasive techniques used by interventional cardiologists. SMH Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, explains the different options, and how the heart team approach helps to pair the right patient with the right procedure.

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]]> Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery and the SMH Heart Team Approach | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:13 Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is one of the techniques used by cardiac surgeons to repair or replace valves, including the mitral valve. While the procedure has a shorter recovery time than the traditional sternotomy, it is still an open heart operation, and not the same as the minimally invasive techniques used by interventional cardiologists. SMH Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, explains the different options, and how the heart team approach helps to pair the right patient with the right procedure. Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is one of the techniques used by cardiac surgeons to repair or replace valves, including the mitral valve. While the procedure has a shorter recovery time than the traditional sternotomy, it is still an open heart operation, and not the same as the minimally invasive techniques used by interventional cardiologists. SMH Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, explains the different options, and how the heart team approach helps to pair the right patient with the right procedure. heart surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, valves, sternotomy, mitral valve, cardiac surgeon false full 4 e55f9607-9eae-4aff-a491-d7e684f61a5c Innovation in Medical Simulation | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 3 Simulation has transformed the way healthcare providers learn, practice and deliver care. Jessica DePaulo, DNP, RN, the Advance Practice Program Coordinator for Simulation in the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute discusses the critical role simulation plays in medical training at SMH, and how immersive learning environments are improving patient safety, building confidence, strengthening communication and shaping the future of healthcare education.

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]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:54:22 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Simulation has transformed the way healthcare providers learn, practice and deliver care. Jessica DePaulo, DNP, RN, the Advance Practice Program Coordinator for Simulation in the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute discusses the critical role simulation plays in medical training at SMH, and how immersive learning environments are improving patient safety, building confidence, strengthening communication and shaping the future of healthcare education.

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]]> Innovation in Medical Simulation | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:20 Simulation has transformed the way healthcare providers learn, practice and deliver care. Jessica DePaulo, DNP, RN, the Advance Practice Program Coordinator for Simulation in the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute discusses the critical role simulation plays in medical training at SMH, and how immersive learning environments are improving patient safety, building confidence, strengthening communication and shaping the future of healthcare education. Simulation has transformed the way healthcare providers learn, practice and deliver care. Jessica DePaulo, DNP, RN, the Advance Practice Program Coordinator for Simulation in the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute discusses the critical role simulation plays in medical training at SMH, and how immersive learning environments are improving patient safety, building confidence, strengthening communication and shaping the future of healthcare education. immersive learning, simulation lab, patient safety false full 3 e56a82a8-0427-4cba-b1d1-dfc8f8fda7a5 Urgent Versus Emergent Care | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 2 When battling illness or injury, and looking to get help as soon as possible, it can be difficult for people to decide if they need an emergency room for care, or can go to the nearest urgent care center. Emergency medicine physician and medical director of the SMH ER at Lakewood Ranch, Tara Wendt, MD, is breaking down the difference between the options, and how you can make that decision.

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]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:10:40 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When battling illness or injury, and looking to get help as soon as possible, it can be difficult for people to decide if they need an emergency room for care, or can go to the nearest urgent care center. Emergency medicine physician and medical director of the SMH ER at Lakewood Ranch, Tara Wendt, MD, is breaking down the difference between the options, and how you can make that decision.

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]]> Urgent Versus Emergent Care | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:28 When battling illness or injury, and looking to get help as soon as possible, it can be difficult for people to decide if they need an emergency room for care, or can go to the nearest urgent care center. Emergency medicine physician and medical director of the SMH ER at Lakewood Ranch, Tara Wendt, MD, is breaking down the difference between the options, and how you can make that decision. When battling illness or injury, and looking to get help as soon as possible, it can be difficult for people to decide if they need an emergency room for care, or can go to the nearest urgent care center. Emergency medicine physician and medical director of the SMH ER at Lakewood Ranch, Tara Wendt, MD, is breaking down the difference between the options, and how you can make that decision. urgent care, emergency, urgent care center, er, emergency room false full 2 c1f07f91-1bc4-4b58-953f-5cad608a9ed0 Helping Firefighters Fight Cancer | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 1 Cancer is among the leading causes of death among firefighters. By reducing firefighters’ exposure risks, encouraging regular cancer screenings and providing education, navigation and support, the Firefighters Cancer Collaborative aims to change that and save more lives. Richard Brown, MD, Medical Director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at SMH, and Town of Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, explain the collaborative's mission and discuss the successes so far.

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]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:46:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Cancer is among the leading causes of death among firefighters. By reducing firefighters’ exposure risks, encouraging regular cancer screenings and providing education, navigation and support, the Firefighters Cancer Collaborative aims to change that and save more lives. Richard Brown, MD, Medical Director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at SMH, and Town of Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, explain the collaborative's mission and discuss the successes so far.

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]]> Helping Firefighters Fight Cancer | HealthCasts Season 8, Episode 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:23:17 Cancer is among the leading causes of death among firefighters.By reducing firefighters’ exposure risks, encouraging regular cancer screenings and providing education, navigation and support, the Firefighters Cancer Collaborative aims to change that and save more lives. Richard Brown, MD, Medical Director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at SMH, and Town of Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, explain the collaborative's mission and discuss the successes so far. Cancer is among the leading causes of death among firefighters.By reducing firefighters’ exposure risks, encouraging regular cancer screenings and providing education, navigation and support, the Firefighters Cancer Collaborative aims to change that and save more lives. Richard Brown, MD, Medical Director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at SMH, and Town of Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, explain the collaborative's mission and discuss the successes so far. cancer, cancer screenings, cancer care, firefighter false full 1 9724617f-5402-4a2b-a448-30a1009ba768 Coping with Trauma and Building Resilience | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 25 While the word "trauma" is often thrown around flippantly, it has big meaning when it comes to mental health. Stephanie Iacopelli, LMHC, Manager of Behavioral Health Services for the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at Sarasota Memorial, explains what trauma really is and how it can be treated.

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]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:03:30 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While the word "trauma" is often thrown around flippantly, it has big meaning when it comes to mental health. Stephanie Iacopelli, LMHC, Manager of Behavioral Health Services for the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at Sarasota Memorial, explains what trauma really is and how it can be treated.

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]]> Coping with Trauma and Building Resilience | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 25 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:07 While the word "trauma" is often thrown around flippantly, it has big meaning when it comes to mental health. Stephanie Iacopelli, LMHC, Manager of Behavioral Health Services for the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at Sarasota Memorial, explains what trauma really is and how it can be treated. While the word "trauma" is often thrown around flippantly, it has big meaning when it comes to mental health. Stephanie Iacopelli, LMHC, Manager of Behavioral Health Services for the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at Sarasota Memorial, explains what trauma really is and how it can be treated. trauma, mental health, grief, behavioral health services false full 25 b182615c-4d38-4b5e-8da2-30a8ed97dd9d Understanding Mental Health Challenges for Seniors | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 24 Senior mental health deserves real attention—and real conversations. In this continuation of the behavioral health mini-series, Jacqueline Carlson, MSN, APRN, Director of Nursing at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion discusses the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of older adults, and what challenges are most commonly faced by this patient population.

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]]> Thu, 4 Dec 2025 14:12:41 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Senior mental health deserves real attention—and real conversations. In this continuation of the behavioral health mini-series, Jacqueline Carlson, MSN, APRN, Director of Nursing at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion discusses the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of older adults, and what challenges are most commonly faced by this patient population.

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]]> Understanding Mental Health Challenges for Seniors | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 24 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:39 Senior mental health deserves real attention—and real conversations. In this continuation of the behavioral health mini-series, Jacqueline Carlson, MSN, APRN, Director of Nursing at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion discusses the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of older adults, and what challenges are most commonly faced by this patient population. Senior mental health deserves real attention—and real conversations. In this continuation of the behavioral health mini-series, Jacqueline Carlson, MSN, APRN, Director of Nursing at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion discusses the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of older adults, and what challenges are most commonly faced by this patient population. social well-being, senior mental health, psychological, older adults, emotions false full 24 553fbd52-935b-4757-8e6e-a91b8a7d51a9 Current Events Impacting Mental Health | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 23 External stressors can have a major impact on mental health. David Stone, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor of the SMH Behavioral Health Intervention Team, discusses what trends are being seen at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion, and how current events can impact patients and families.

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]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:51:09 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast External stressors can have a major impact on mental health. David Stone, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor of the SMH Behavioral Health Intervention Team, discusses what trends are being seen at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion, and how current events can impact patients and families.

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]]> Current Events Impacting Mental Health | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 23 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:13 External stressors can have a major impact on mental health. David Stone, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor of the SMH Behavioral Health Intervention Team, discusses what trends are being seen at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion, and how current events can impact patients and families. External stressors can have a major impact on mental health. David Stone, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor of the SMH Behavioral Health Intervention Team, discusses what trends are being seen at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion, and how current events can impact patients and families. parents, mental health, stress, families false full 23 015c8d8e-7f8e-4fe5-9197-470a18666301 Supporting Youth Mental Health | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 22 Because young people go through a variety of hormonal and developmental changes, it can be difficult to spot mental health challenges. For the first episode of a HealthCasts behavioral health mini-series, Conor Malloy, MD, shares insights from his work at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at SMH with teens and families. He discusses the growing challenges young people face in an age of social media and constant pressure, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers.

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]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 17:51:16 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Because young people go through a variety of hormonal and developmental changes, it can be difficult to spot mental health challenges. For the first episode of a HealthCasts behavioral health mini-series, Conor Malloy, MD, shares insights from his work at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at SMH with teens and families. He discusses the growing challenges young people face in an age of social media and constant pressure, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers.

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]]> Supporting Youth Mental Health | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 22 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:25 Because young people go through a variety of hormonal and developmental changes, it can be difficult to spot mental health challenges. For the first episode of a HealthCasts behavioral health mini-series, Conor Malloy, MD, shares insights from his work at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at SMH with teens and families. He discusses the growing challenges young people face in an age of social media and constant pressure, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers. Because young people go through a variety of hormonal and developmental changes, it can be difficult to spot mental health challenges. For the first episode of a HealthCasts behavioral health mini-series, Conor Malloy, MD, shares insights from his work at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at SMH with teens and families. He discusses the growing challenges young people face in an age of social media and constant pressure, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers. social media, teens, mental health, youth, peer pressure, pressure false full 22 f588ecaf-d16a-4c64-9a08-be03a6ecb816 Setting Attainable and Achievable Wellness Goals | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 21 Sarasota Memorial’s RENEW program highlights how balanced nutrition and regular fitness are essential pillars for achieving long-term health and wellness goals. Mikka Ipri, RDN, and Kara Saunders discuss how expert guidance and sustainable lifestyle changes can make a lasting impact on overall well-being. Visit smhrenew.com to learn more about the program.

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]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:53:25 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Sarasota Memorial’s RENEW program highlights how balanced nutrition and regular fitness are essential pillars for achieving long-term health and wellness goals. Mikka Ipri, RDN, and Kara Saunders discuss how expert guidance and sustainable lifestyle changes can make a lasting impact on overall well-being. Visit smhrenew.com to learn more about the program.

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]]> Setting Attainable and Achievable Wellness Goals | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 21 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:26 Sarasota Memorial’s RENEW program highlights how balanced nutrition and regular fitness are essential pillars for achieving long-term health and wellness goals. Mikka Ipri, RDN, and Kara Saunders discuss how expert guidance and sustainable lifestyle changes can make a lasting impact on overall well-being. Visit smhrenew.com to learn more about the program. Sarasota Memorial’s RENEW program highlights how balanced nutrition and regular fitness are essential pillars for achieving long-term health and wellness goals. Mikka Ipri, RDN, and Kara Saunders discuss how expert guidance and sustainable lifestyle changes can make a lasting impact on overall well-being. Visit smhrenew.com to learn more about the program. wellness, renew, nutrition, fitness false full 21 0ba325d2-85b8-4018-ab53-33f44cf96801 Reconstructive Surgery After Mastectomy | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 20 Whether a patient is undergoing a mastectomy due to breast cancer or as a preventive measure, understanding their options is an important part of the journey. Plastic surgeon Jerette Schultz, MD, discusses the different types of breast reconstruction, and helping patients at Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute make informed decisions.

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]]> Thu, 9 Oct 2025 13:17:48 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Whether a patient is undergoing a mastectomy due to breast cancer or as a preventive measure, understanding their options is an important part of the journey. Plastic surgeon Jerette Schultz, MD, discusses the different types of breast reconstruction, and helping patients at Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute make informed decisions.

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]]> Reconstructive Surgery After Mastectomy | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 20 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:13 Whether a patient is undergoing a mastectomy due to breast cancer or as a preventive measure, understanding their options is an important part of the journey. Plastic surgeon Jerette Schultz, MD, discusses the different types of breast reconstruction, and helping patients at Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute make informed decisions. Whether a patient is undergoing a mastectomy due to breast cancer or as a preventive measure, understanding their options is an important part of the journey. Plastic surgeon Jerette Schultz, MD, discusses the different types of breast reconstruction, and helping patients at Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute make informed decisions. breast reconstruction, mastectomy, plastic surgery, breast cancer false full 20 5c00f589-4811-44a1-806f-4b11e5f7a044 BPH and New Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 19 Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) impacts many men at some point as they age. Ramsay Kuo, MD, discusses why treatment is so important, and the growing number of options men have to improve quality of life and prevent irreversible bladder damage.

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]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:30:10 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) impacts many men at some point as they age. Ramsay Kuo, MD, discusses why treatment is so important, and the growing number of options men have to improve quality of life and prevent irreversible bladder damage.

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]]> BPH and New Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 19 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:41 Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) impacts many men at some point as they age. Ramsay Kuo, MD, discusses why treatment is so important, and the growing number of options men have to improve quality of life and prevent irreversible bladder damage. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) impacts many men at some point as they age. Ramsay Kuo, MD, discusses why treatment is so important, and the growing number of options men have to improve quality of life and prevent irreversible bladder damage. bladder, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate false full 19 68dd41ae-152c-4988-ab8d-bbf2d11c72be Treatments for Prostate Cancer | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 18 At Sarasota Memorial, the multi-disciplinary cancer care team provides prostate screening and diagnostic biopsy services, along with comprehensive care. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, discusses the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, including the use of Pluvicto.

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]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:34:45 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast At Sarasota Memorial, the multi-disciplinary cancer care team provides prostate screening and diagnostic biopsy services, along with comprehensive care. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, discusses the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, including the use of Pluvicto.

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]]> Treatments for Prostate Cancer | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 18 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:02 At Sarasota Memorial, the multi-disciplinary cancer care team provides prostate screening and diagnostic biopsy services, along with comprehensive care. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, discusses the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, including the use of Pluvicto. At Sarasota Memorial, the multi-disciplinary cancer care team provides prostate screening and diagnostic biopsy services, along with comprehensive care. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, discusses the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, including the use of Pluvicto. cancer, cancer institute, prostate cancer, cancer patient, cancer care, pluvicto, prostate screening, prostate false full 18 fb68e050-1964-4429-ae28-6a1f96fa5320 Understanding and Treating Common GI Issues | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 17 From heartburn and IBS to more serious gastrointestinal issues like IBD and GERD, First Physicians Group gastroenterologist Mark Radetic, MD, breaks down symptoms, causes, and the latest treatment options.

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]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:34:06 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From heartburn and IBS to more serious gastrointestinal issues like IBD and GERD, First Physicians Group gastroenterologist Mark Radetic, MD, breaks down symptoms, causes, and the latest treatment options.

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]]> Understanding and Treating Common GI Issues | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 17 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:34 From heartburn and IBS to more serious gastrointestinal issues like IBD and GERD, First Physicians Group gastroenterologist Mark Radetic, MD, breaks down symptoms, causes, and the latest treatment options. From heartburn and IBS to more serious gastrointestinal issues like IBD and GERD, First Physicians Group gastroenterologist Mark Radetic, MD, breaks down symptoms, causes, and the latest treatment options. ibs, gerd, ibd, gastrointestinal false full 17 1f797739-8542-46ba-9f5d-22e42282f7fb Diagnosing and Treating Pediatric Asthma | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 16 Pediatric asthma is the leading cause of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in children. SMH First Physicians Group pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, discusses how asthma is diagnosed in children, how it's treated, and why it's vitally important that families are educated about asthma.

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]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:41:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Pediatric asthma is the leading cause of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in children. SMH First Physicians Group pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, discusses how asthma is diagnosed in children, how it's treated, and why it's vitally important that families are educated about asthma.

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]]> Diagnosing and Treating Pediatric Asthma | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 16 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:07 Pediatric asthma is the leading cause of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in children. SMH First Physicians Group pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, discusses how asthma is diagnosed in children, how it's treated, and why it's vitally important that families are educated about asthma. Pediatric asthma is the leading cause of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in children. SMH First Physicians Group pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, discusses how asthma is diagnosed in children, how it's treated, and why it's vitally important that families are educated about asthma. children, pediatric asthma, emergency room false full 16 18f8bbc1-4190-4cd4-ac2c-ab59a86fe1e8 Understanding Congenital Heart Defects | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 15 Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, affecting nearly 1 in 100 babies. Jeffrey Sell, MD, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, treated, and managed across a patient’s lifetime.

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]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:04:36 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, affecting nearly 1 in 100 babies. Jeffrey Sell, MD, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, treated, and managed across a patient’s lifetime.

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]]> Understanding Congenital Heart Defects | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 15 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:19 Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, affecting nearly 1 in 100 babies. Jeffrey Sell, MD, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, treated, and managed across a patient’s lifetime. Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, affecting nearly 1 in 100 babies. Jeffrey Sell, MD, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, treated, and managed across a patient’s lifetime. birth defects, congenital heart defects false full 15 8e116662-d303-44d1-9d66-34eac19042bd Accessing Prenatal Care | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 14 A national shortage of providers for pregnant patients is cause for concern, but Sarasota Memorial is joining a team of partners helping to address this complex issue. Abby Olsen, RN, Director of Women's and Children's Services at SMH, discusses the Pregnancy Care Team and how this initiative is helping patients get the prenatal care they need.

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]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:03:56 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast A national shortage of providers for pregnant patients is cause for concern, but Sarasota Memorial is joining a team of partners helping to address this complex issue. Abby Olsen, RN, Director of Women's and Children's Services at SMH, discusses the Pregnancy Care Team and how this initiative is helping patients get the prenatal care they need.

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]]> Accessing Prenatal Care | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 14 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:04 A national shortage of providers for pregnant patients is cause for concern, but Sarasota Memorial is joining a team of partners helping to address this complex issue. Abby Olsen, RN, Director of Women's and Children's Services at SMH, discusses the Pregnancy Care Team and how this initiative is helping patients get the prenatal care they need. A national shortage of providers for pregnant patients is cause for concern, but Sarasota Memorial is joining a team of partners helping to address this complex issue. Abby Olsen, RN, Director of Women's and Children's Services at SMH, discusses the Pregnancy Care Team and how this initiative is helping patients get the prenatal care they need. pregnancy, pregnant false full 14 fc96ae16-1ce2-4b90-ad47-84c8765892f2 Tech-Related Injuries | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 13 Are your devices causing you pain? Steven Papuchis, DO, and Regina Bonynge, OTR/L, talk about the rise of tech-related injuries—from "tech neck" and “text claw” to posture problems and repetitive strain injuries. Learn how ergonomics play a crucial role in preventing and treating these modern-day issues.

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]]> Thu, 3 Jul 2025 15:16:11 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Are your devices causing you pain? Steven Papuchis, DO, and Regina Bonynge, OTR/L, talk about the rise of tech-related injuries—from "tech neck" and “text claw” to posture problems and repetitive strain injuries. Learn how ergonomics play a crucial role in preventing and treating these modern-day issues.

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]]> Tech-Related Injuries | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 13 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:29:53 Are your devices causing you pain? Steven Papuchis, DO, and Regina Bonynge, OTR/L, talk about the rise of tech-related injuries—from "tech neck" and “text claw” to posture problems and repetitive strain injuries. Learn how ergonomics play a crucial role in preventing and treating these modern-day issues. Are your devices causing you pain? Steven Papuchis, DO, and Regina Bonynge, OTR/L, talk about the rise of tech-related injuries—from "tech neck" and “text claw” to posture problems and repetitive strain injuries. Learn how ergonomics play a crucial role in preventing and treating these modern-day issues. false full 13 6d3c8d89-a791-4ad4-a59b-cc48f34d56bb Brain Scans for People with Dementia | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 12 If you or a loved one is experiencing early signs of dementia or cognitive impairment, specialized brain imaging can help detect different types of dementia and lead to more targeted treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dementia and other causes of cognitive decline. Richard Lichtenstein, MD, a radiologist practicing at Sarasota Memorial explains how these scans work and why early detection is vital.

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]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:57:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast If you or a loved one is experiencing early signs of dementia or cognitive impairment, specialized brain imaging can help detect different types of dementia and lead to more targeted treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dementia and other causes of cognitive decline. Richard Lichtenstein, MD, a radiologist practicing at Sarasota Memorial explains how these scans work and why early detection is vital.

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]]> Brain Scans for People with Dementia | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 12 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:23:01 If you or a loved one is experiencing early signs of dementia or cognitive impairment, specialized brain imaging can help detect different types of dementia and lead to more targeted treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dementia and other causes of cognitive decline. Richard Lichtenstein, MD, a radiologist practicing at Sarasota Memorial explains how these scans work and why early detection is vital. If you or a loved one is experiencing early signs of dementia or cognitive impairment, specialized brain imaging can help detect different types of dementia and lead to more targeted treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dementia and other causes of cognitive decline. Richard Lichtenstein, MD, a radiologist practicing at Sarasota Memorial explains how these scans work and why early detection is vital. cognitive impairment, alzheimer’s disease, brain imaging, parkinson's, alzheimer's, dementia false full 12 53797a2d-f0b4-4491-a03b-c422a2515e5c Preventing, Diagnosing and Treating Dementia | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 11 When people hear the word "dementia," they most often associate it with Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia is actually a symptom of numerous diseases, Alzheimer's is just the most common cause. Danielle Valery, BS, CDP, program manager for the SMH Memory Disorder Clinic, explains how dementia can be prevented, and also how it is diagnosed and treated.

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]]> Fri, 6 Jun 2025 00:21:26 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When people hear the word "dementia," they most often associate it with Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia is actually a symptom of numerous diseases, Alzheimer's is just the most common cause. Danielle Valery, BS, CDP, program manager for the SMH Memory Disorder Clinic, explains how dementia can be prevented, and also how it is diagnosed and treated.

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]]> Preventing, Diagnosing and Treating Dementia | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 11 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:17 When people hear the word "dementia," they most often associate it with Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia is actually a symptom of numerous diseases, Alzheimer's is just the most common cause. Danielle Valery, BS, CDP, program manager for the SMH Memory Disorder Clinic, explains how dementia can be prevented, and also how it is diagnosed and treated. When people hear the word "dementia," they most often associate it with Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia is actually a symptom of numerous diseases, Alzheimer's is just the most common cause. Danielle Valery, BS, CDP, program manager for the SMH Memory Disorder Clinic, explains how dementia can be prevented, and also how it is diagnosed and treated. memory, alzheimer's disease, dementia, memory disorders false full 11 b5cf5549-705b-413f-9b98-b7811f05e3d9 Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 10 Many cervical cancers are linked to the HPV virus. However, thanks to screening advancements, early detection of the cancer resulting in effective treatment is possible. Toni Kilts, DO, discusses screening guidelines and cervical cancer prevention.

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]]> Thu, 22 May 2025 13:16:09 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Many cervical cancers are linked to the HPV virus. However, thanks to screening advancements, early detection of the cancer resulting in effective treatment is possible. Toni Kilts, DO, discusses screening guidelines and cervical cancer prevention.

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]]> Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 10 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:42 Many cervical cancers are linked to the HPV virus. However, thanks to screening advancements, early detection of the cancer resulting in effective treatment is possible. Toni Kilts, DO, discusses screening guidelines and cervical cancer prevention. Many cervical cancers are linked to the HPV virus. However, thanks to screening advancements, early detection of the cancer resulting in effective treatment is possible. Toni Kilts, DO, discusses screening guidelines and cervical cancer prevention. cancer, cervical cancer, cancer care false full 10 aa2d9164-843b-4f76-9ca5-de50e417c0f8 The Impact of Academic Research at SMH | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 9 Sarasota Memorial recently opened the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute, housing technology to support medical education and innovation in the community. SMH Chief Medical Officer James Fiorica, MD, and Chief Academic Officer Wilhelmine Wiese-Rometsch, MD, discuss the importance of the Institute, and what it means for patients.

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]]> Thu, 8 May 2025 15:03:07 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Sarasota Memorial recently opened the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute, housing technology to support medical education and innovation in the community. SMH Chief Medical Officer James Fiorica, MD, and Chief Academic Officer Wilhelmine Wiese-Rometsch, MD, discuss the importance of the Institute, and what it means for patients.

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]]> The Impact of Academic Research at SMH | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 9 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:23:42 Sarasota Memorial recently opened the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute, housing technology to support medical education and innovation in the community. SMH Chief Medical Officer James Fiorica, MD, and Chief Academic Officer Wilhelmine Wiese-Rometsch, MD, discuss the importance of the Institute, and what it means for patients. Sarasota Memorial recently opened the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute, housing technology to support medical education and innovation in the community. SMH Chief Medical Officer James Fiorica, MD, and Chief Academic Officer Wilhelmine Wiese-Rometsch, MD, discuss the importance of the Institute, and what it means for patients. research, technology, medical education, clinical research trial false full 9 8132ae49-b85a-419e-a175-9a3300933125 Reconstruction Surgery for Head & Neck Cancers | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 8 While the first goal of head and neck cancer surgery is always clear margins, a secondary goal is reconstruction, whether for functionality of cosmetic improvement. Wesley McIlwain, MD, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses options for reconstruction and how the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute comes together to get patients the best outcomes.

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]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:24:55 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While the first goal of head and neck cancer surgery is always clear margins, a secondary goal is reconstruction, whether for functionality of cosmetic improvement. Wesley McIlwain, MD, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses options for reconstruction and how the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute comes together to get patients the best outcomes.

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]]> Reconstruction Surgery for Head & Neck Cancers | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 8 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:09 While the first goal of head and neck cancer surgery is always clear margins, a secondary goal is reconstruction, whether for functionality of cosmetic improvement. Wesley McIlwain, MD, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses options for reconstruction and how the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute comes together to get patients the best outcomes. While the first goal of head and neck cancer surgery is always clear margins, a secondary goal is reconstruction, whether for functionality of cosmetic improvement. Wesley McIlwain, MD, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses options for reconstruction and how the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute comes together to get patients the best outcomes. cancer, head and neck cancer, reconstruction surgery false full 8 a917c7dc-b285-471d-86d7-a6ded40939e9 Transportation Safety and Preventing Traumatic Injury | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 7 Sarasota Memorial's trauma team has seen a concerning increase in e-bike, scooter, and bicycle accidents. And with summer months just around the corner, they know more people will be getting outside and hitting the road for family vacations, which could also cause even more injuries. Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses how everyone in the community can do their part to prevent these traumatic accidents.

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]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:11:58 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Sarasota Memorial's trauma team has seen a concerning increase in e-bike, scooter, and bicycle accidents. And with summer months just around the corner, they know more people will be getting outside and hitting the road for family vacations, which could also cause even more injuries. Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses how everyone in the community can do their part to prevent these traumatic accidents.

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]]> Transportation Safety and Preventing Traumatic Injury | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 7 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:47 Sarasota Memorial's trauma team has seen a concerning increase in e-bike, scooter, and bicycle accidents. And with summer months just around the corner, they know more people will be getting outside and hitting the road for family vacations, which could also cause even more injuries. Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses how everyone in the community can do their part to prevent these traumatic accidents. Sarasota Memorial's trauma team has seen a concerning increase in e-bike, scooter, and bicycle accidents. And with summer months just around the corner, they know more people will be getting outside and hitting the road for family vacations, which could also cause even more injuries. Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses how everyone in the community can do their part to prevent these traumatic accidents. e-bike, trauma, scooter accident, e-bike accidents, bicycle, trauma injury prevention, scooter false full 7 6e9aac98-27f1-4e0c-899e-0e90e2671932 The Benefits of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 6 For those who need cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, it can truly be life-changing. But according to SMH Medical Director of Cardiac Rehab, Hakim Morsli, MD, the program is significantly underutilized by eligible patients. Along with program supervisor Meredith Cleveland, BS, CCRP, Dr. Morsli explains how the program works and why it's so important patients get referred and get the rehab they need.

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]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:33:07 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast For those who need cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, it can truly be life-changing. But according to SMH Medical Director of Cardiac Rehab, Hakim Morsli, MD, the program is significantly underutilized by eligible patients. Along with program supervisor Meredith Cleveland, BS, CCRP, Dr. Morsli explains how the program works and why it's so important patients get referred and get the rehab they need.

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]]> The Benefits of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 6 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:18 For those who need cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, it can truly be life-changing. But according to SMH Medical Director of Cardiac Rehab, Hakim Morsli, MD, the program is significantly underutilized by eligible patients. Along with program supervisor Meredith Cleveland, BS, CCRP, Dr. Morsli explains how the program works and why it's so important patients get referred and get the rehab they need. For those who need cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, it can truly be life-changing. But according to SMH Medical Director of Cardiac Rehab, Hakim Morsli, MD, the program is significantly underutilized by eligible patients. Along with program supervisor Meredith Cleveland, BS, CCRP, Dr. Morsli explains how the program works and why it's so important patients get referred and get the rehab they need. cardiac rehab, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation false full 6 3237d7ae-fb3d-4abe-a85a-ecfd4bd16b5a Comprehensive Care for Neuro Patients - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 5 For outpatient neurologic rehabilitation patients at Sarasota Memorial, treatment plans are customized to meet an individual’s goals and needs through a multidisciplinary team approach. Danielle Schwab, PT, DPT, Debra Henderson, OTR, and Molly Daunt, M.A., CCC-SLP, explain how physical, occupational, and speech therapies can provide long-term benefits for patients managing neurologic conditions and disorders. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:46:01 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast For outpatient neurologic rehabilitation patients at Sarasota Memorial, treatment plans are customized to meet an individual’s goals and needs through a multidisciplinary team approach. Danielle Schwab, PT, DPT, Debra Henderson, OTR, and Molly Daunt, M.A., CCC-SLP, explain how physical, occupational, and speech therapies can provide long-term benefits for patients managing neurologic conditions and disorders. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Comprehensive Care for Neuro Patients - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:27:51 For outpatient neurologic rehabilitation patients at Sarasota Memorial, treatment plans are customized to meet an individual’s goals and needs through a multidisciplinary team approach. Danielle Schwab, PT, DPT, Debra Henderson, OTR, and Molly Daunt, M.A., CCC-SLP, explain how physical, occupational, and speech therapies can provide long-term benefits for patients managing neurologic conditions and disorders. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. For outpatient neurologic rehabilitation patients at Sarasota Memorial, treatment plans are customized to meet an individual’s goals and needs through a multidisciplinary team approach. Danielle Schwab, PT, DPT, Debra Henderson, OTR, and Molly Daunt, M.A., CCC-SLP, explain how physical, occupational, and speech therapies can provide long-term benefits for patients managing neurologic conditions and disorders. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. rehabilitation, neuro, occupational therapy, neurology, speech therapy, physical therapy, rehab false full 5 3e27ac2c-9811-461f-8fb7-fcf4cc746061 "Game Changing" Procedure for Stroke Patients - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 4 The Vivistim implant is an FDA approved procedure, now being used to help some stroke patients continue their healing during rehab. Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at SMH, Ryan Hafner, MD, explains how the protocol works for patients, and why it's considered such a "game changer."

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]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:28:24 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The Vivistim implant is an FDA approved procedure, now being used to help some stroke patients continue their healing during rehab. Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at SMH, Ryan Hafner, MD, explains how the protocol works for patients, and why it's considered such a "game changer."

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]]> "Game Changing" Procedure for Stroke Patients - Rehab Series | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:39 The Vivistim implant is an FDA approved procedure, now being used to help some stroke patients continue their healing during rehab. Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at SMH, Ryan Hafner, MD, explains how the protocol works for patients, and why it's considered such a "game changer." The Vivistim implant is an FDA approved procedure, now being used to help some stroke patients continue their healing during rehab. Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at SMH, Ryan Hafner, MD, explains how the protocol works for patients, and why it's considered such a "game changer." smart implants, stroke, rehab, vivistim implant, vivistim false full 4 be292bb3-12ea-470f-88f3-43510da5c7d1 Surgical Treatment for Heart Valve Dysfunction | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 3 There are a number of treatments available for aortic aneurysms, particularly at the root, but not all interventions work for all patients. Kristen Walker, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, discusses a procedure she uses called the Florida Sleeve, and how patients with multi-valve dysfunction can benefit as well.

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]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2025 15:24:37 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are a number of treatments available for aortic aneurysms, particularly at the root, but not all interventions work for all patients. Kristen Walker, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, discusses a procedure she uses called the Florida Sleeve, and how patients with multi-valve dysfunction can benefit as well.

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]]> Surgical Treatment for Heart Valve Dysfunction | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:45 There are a number of treatments available for aortic aneurysms, particularly at the root, but not all interventions work for all patients. Kristen Walker, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, discusses a procedure she uses called the Florida Sleeve, and how patients with multi-valve dysfunction can benefit as well. There are a number of treatments available for aortic aneurysms, particularly at the root, but not all interventions work for all patients. Kristen Walker, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, discusses a procedure she uses called the Florida Sleeve, and how patients with multi-valve dysfunction can benefit as well. false full 3 879d426a-73e1-4d7f-89fa-56647b9cbe20 Diagnosing VTE and the Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 2 Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition where blood clots form in a blood vessel. As serious as heart attacks and strokes, VTE is the most common cause of preventable death in hospitalized patients. Interventional Radiologist Scott Perrin, MD, discusses the dangers of the disease and what can be done to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).

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]]> Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:57:45 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition where blood clots form in a blood vessel. As serious as heart attacks and strokes, VTE is the most common cause of preventable death in hospitalized patients. Interventional Radiologist Scott Perrin, MD, discusses the dangers of the disease and what can be done to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).

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]]> Diagnosing VTE and the Treatment Options | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:28 Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition where blood clots form in a blood vessel. As serious as heart attacks and strokes, VTE is the most common cause of preventable death in hospitalized patients. Interventional Radiologist Scott Perrin, MD, discusses the dangers of the disease and what can be done to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition where blood clots form in a blood vessel. As serious as heart attacks and strokes, VTE is the most common cause of preventable death in hospitalized patients. Interventional Radiologist Scott Perrin, MD, discusses the dangers of the disease and what can be done to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). venous thromboembolism, deep vein thrombosis, vte, stroke, pulmonary embolism, blood clots false full 2 e724cb68-8420-49ee-8342-64479ef07596 Treating the Whole Patient with Integrative Care | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 1 Sometimes patients struggle with the difficult side effects of necessary treatments during an inpatient hospital stay. That's where Sarasota Memorial's Integrative Care Program becomes so important. Mariah Pierre, a nurse and program coordinator for integrative care services at SMH, discusses some of the holistic treatment options available, and why it's so important the health system invests in these approaches to treating the whole patient.

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]]> Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:31:14 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Sometimes patients struggle with the difficult side effects of necessary treatments during an inpatient hospital stay. That's where Sarasota Memorial's Integrative Care Program becomes so important. Mariah Pierre, a nurse and program coordinator for integrative care services at SMH, discusses some of the holistic treatment options available, and why it's so important the health system invests in these approaches to treating the whole patient.

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]]> Treating the Whole Patient with Integrative Care | HealthCasts Season 7, Episode 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:45 Sometimes patients struggle with the difficult side effects of necessary treatments during an inpatient hospital stay. That's where Sarasota Memorial's Integrative Care Program becomes so important. Mariah Pierre, a nurse and program coordinator for integrative care services at SMH, discusses some of the holistic treatment options available, and why it's so important the health system invests in these approaches to treating the whole patient. Sometimes patients struggle with the difficult side effects of necessary treatments during an inpatient hospital stay. That's where Sarasota Memorial's Integrative Care Program becomes so important. Mariah Pierre, a nurse and program coordinator for integrative care services at SMH, discusses some of the holistic treatment options available, and why it's so important the health system invests in these approaches to treating the whole patient. holistic, integrative care, whole patient care false full 1 a427d119-aebe-4a90-94d0-12dad8ce11be Managing Your Medications | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 25 It can be difficult, especially when transitioning from the hospital to home, to keep track of medications, especially when they're prescribed by more than one provider. Brett Lambert, PharmD, discusses the best ways patients can manage their meds mindfully, while also addressing concerns with prescribers and pharmacists.

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]]> Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:01:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast It can be difficult, especially when transitioning from the hospital to home, to keep track of medications, especially when they're prescribed by more than one provider. Brett Lambert, PharmD, discusses the best ways patients can manage their meds mindfully, while also addressing concerns with prescribers and pharmacists.

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]]> Managing Your Medications | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 25 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:23:52 It can be difficult, especially when transitioning from the hospital to home, to keep track of medications, especially when they're prescribed by more than one provider. Brett Lambert, PharmD, discusses the best ways patients can manage their meds mindfully, while also addressing concerns with prescribers and pharmacists. It can be difficult, especially when transitioning from the hospital to home, to keep track of medications, especially when they're prescribed by more than one provider. Brett Lambert, PharmD, discusses the best ways patients can manage their meds mindfully, while also addressing concerns with prescribers and pharmacists. meds, home care, medications false full 25 5a971084-dd28-40d6-8eb4-02a1c5a7a85e Trauma Prevention and the Holiday Season | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 24 While the holiday season is often a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, trauma centers like Sarasota Memorial see an uptick in emergencies as well. Casey Howell, RN, discusses what can be done to keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe for you and your loved ones this year.

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]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:50:41 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While the holiday season is often a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, trauma centers like Sarasota Memorial see an uptick in emergencies as well. Casey Howell, RN, discusses what can be done to keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe for you and your loved ones this year.

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]]> Trauma Prevention and the Holiday Season | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 24 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:47 While the holiday season is often a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, trauma centers like Sarasota Memorial see an uptick in emergencies as well. Casey Howell, RN, discusses what can be done to keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe for you and your loved ones this year. While the holiday season is often a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, trauma centers like Sarasota Memorial see an uptick in emergencies as well. Casey Howell, RN, discusses what can be done to keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe for you and your loved ones this year. traumatic injury, preventing trauma injuries, emergency, trauma injury prevention, holidays false full 24 fac10887-c1cb-4c4a-900c-4bd0c64bea09 Preparing to Successfully Breastfeed - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 23 The breastfeeding journey can certainly be challenging, and it's important that parents prepare. In this final episode of the maternity mini-series, Leah Brown, RN, a lactation consultant at Sarasota Memorial, explains what can be done before baby is born to get ready, and the importance of finding all available local resources.

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]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:14:04 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The breastfeeding journey can certainly be challenging, and it's important that parents prepare. In this final episode of the maternity mini-series, Leah Brown, RN, a lactation consultant at Sarasota Memorial, explains what can be done before baby is born to get ready, and the importance of finding all available local resources.

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]]> Preparing to Successfully Breastfeed - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 23 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:28:21 The breastfeeding journey can certainly be challenging, and it's important that parents prepare. In this final episode of the maternity mini-series, Leah Brown, RN, a lactation consultant at Sarasota Memorial, explains what can be done before baby is born to get ready, and the importance of finding all available local resources. The breastfeeding journey can certainly be challenging, and it's important that parents prepare. In this final episode of the maternity mini-series, Leah Brown, RN, a lactation consultant at Sarasota Memorial, explains what can be done before baby is born to get ready, and the importance of finding all available local resources. breast feeding, lactation, childbirth false full 23 7bcd6443-5d8f-4042-980e-4ebd65bf85be Managing Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 22 Gestational Diabetes and preeclampsia are two of the most common conditions which make pregnancies high risk. In the second episode of the three part maternity mini-series, Larry Matsumoto, MD, discusses what these diagnoses mean and how they're monitored.

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]]> Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:53:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Gestational Diabetes and preeclampsia are two of the most common conditions which make pregnancies high risk. In the second episode of the three part maternity mini-series, Larry Matsumoto, MD, discusses what these diagnoses mean and how they're monitored.

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]]> Managing Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 22 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:27 Gestational Diabetes and preeclampsia are two of the most common conditions which make pregnancies high risk. In the second episode of the three part maternity mini-series, Larry Matsumoto, MD, discusses what these diagnoses mean and how they're monitored. Gestational Diabetes and preeclampsia are two of the most common conditions which make pregnancies high risk. In the second episode of the three part maternity mini-series, Larry Matsumoto, MD, discusses what these diagnoses mean and how they're monitored. maternity, gestational diabetes, pregnancy, preeclampsia, high risk pregnancy false full 22 9f158ef0-f3fa-45a0-86a5-ab90122f12d2 The Importance of Prenatal Care - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 21 Establishing with an OB/GYN and getting quality prenatal care can make an enormous difference in the course of a pregnancy. In this first episode of a three-part maternity mini-series, FPG OB/GYN Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses what parents can expect throughout the course of prenatal care, and why it's so important.

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]]> Thu, 17 Oct 2024 15:26:12 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Establishing with an OB/GYN and getting quality prenatal care can make an enormous difference in the course of a pregnancy. In this first episode of a three-part maternity mini-series, FPG OB/GYN Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses what parents can expect throughout the course of prenatal care, and why it's so important.

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]]> The Importance of Prenatal Care - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 21 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:38 Establishing with an OB/GYN and getting quality prenatal care can make an enormous difference in the course of a pregnancy. In this first episode of a three part maternity mini-series, FPG OB/GYN Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses what parents can expect throughout the course of prenatal care, and why it's so important. Establishing with an OB/GYN and getting quality prenatal care can make an enormous difference in the course of a pregnancy. In this first episode of a three part maternity mini-series, FPG OB/GYN Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses what parents can expect throughout the course of prenatal care, and why it's so important. prenatal care, pregnancy, pregnant, ob/gyn false full 21 257a7acd-b443-4919-894c-0a0699993c4d Understanding Mammograms and Breast Health | Healthcasts Season 6, Episode 20 Breast health services play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, discusses the various types of mammograms and additional tests that may be utilized for breast cancer detection in this informative episode from SMH HealthCasts' library. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Thu, 3 Oct 2024 15:02:38 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Breast health services play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, discusses the various types of mammograms and additional tests that may be utilized for breast cancer detection in this informative episode from SMH HealthCasts' library. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Understanding Mammograms and Breast Health | Healthcasts Season 6, Episode 20 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:05 Breast health services play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, discusses the various types of mammograms and additional tests that may be utilized for breast cancer detection in this informative episode from SMH HealthCasts' library. Breast health services play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, discusses the various types of mammograms and additional tests that may be utilized for breast cancer detection in this informative episode from SMH HealthCasts' library. false full 20 9854b391-94b4-485f-a6eb-244aaaa4cbad Stop the Bleed Training | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 19 Saving a life can be as easy as taking a training class called "Stop the Bleed," giving someone facing a life-threatening trauma the important time until medical help can arrive. Sarasota Memorial's trauma prevention coordinator, Casey Howell, RN, discusses what the training entails and why it can be so vitally important.

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]]> Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:36:09 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Saving a life can be as easy as taking a training class called "Stop the Bleed," giving someone facing a life-threatening trauma the important time until medical help can arrive. Sarasota Memorial's trauma prevention coordinator, Casey Howell, RN, discusses what the training entails and why it can be so vitally important.

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]]> Stop the Bleed Training | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 19 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:10 Saving a life can be as easy as taking a training class called "Stop the Bleed," giving someone facing a life-threatening trauma the important time until medical help can arrive. Sarasota Memorial's trauma prevention coordinator, Casey Howell, RN, discusses what the training entails and why it can be so vitally important. Saving a life can be as easy as taking a training class called "Stop the Bleed," giving someone facing a life-threatening trauma the important time until medical help can arrive. Sarasota Memorial's trauma prevention coordinator, Casey Howell, RN, discusses what the training entails and why it can be so vitally important. stop the bleed, preventing trauma injuries, save a life, trauma injury prevention false full 19 3510d91a-0349-4ae7-b8cd-bc987cb66893 Participating in Clinical Research | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 18 There are many types of clinical research, and Sarasota Memorial has a robust program dedicated to such research. Kirk Voelker, MD, explains what patients can expect if they participate in drug and device trials, and what they should know before they sign up. Dr. Voelker also addresses the building of the new Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute at SMH, and what this resource will mean for local patients.

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]]> Thu, 5 Sep 2024 15:47:01 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are many types of clinical research, and Sarasota Memorial has a robust program dedicated to such research. Kirk Voelker, MD, explains what patients can expect if they participate in drug and device trials, and what they should know before they sign up. Dr. Voelker also addresses the building of the new Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute at SMH, and what this resource will mean for local patients.

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]]> Participating in Clinical Research | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 18 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:14 There are many types of clinical research, and Sarasota Memorial has a robust program dedicated to such research. Kirk Voelker, MD, explains what patients can expect if they participate in drug and device trials, and what they should know before they sign up. Dr. Voelker also addresses the building of the new Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute at SMH, and what this resource will mean for local patients. There are many types of clinical research, and Sarasota Memorial has a robust program dedicated to such research. Kirk Voelker, MD, explains what patients can expect if they participate in drug and device trials, and what they should know before they sign up. Dr. Voelker also addresses the building of the new Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute at SMH, and what this resource will mean for local patients. drug trial, clinical trial, device trial, clinical research trial false full 18 ffabe255-cb03-4753-bd0b-9a8ce48214de Anesthesia and Aging | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 17 Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient's safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as they get older.

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]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:44:04 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient's safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as they get older.

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]]> Anesthesia and Aging | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 17 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:23:24 Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient's safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as they get older. Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient's safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as they get older. aging, healthy aging population, anesthesia false full 17 0137fba4-9873-4bb8-bd9b-9a1b15c6f14e Changes in Healthcare Delivery and System Strategy | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 16 In the nearly 100 years since Sarasota Memorial was founded, health care has changed quite a bit, as has the shape of the public healthcare system. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CEO David Verinder discusses how the hospital has grown with the community and kept up with ever changing technology and patient needs

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]]> Thu, 8 Aug 2024 16:04:27 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In the nearly 100 years since Sarasota Memorial was founded, health care has changed quite a bit, as has the shape of the public healthcare system. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CEO David Verinder discusses how the hospital has grown with the community and kept up with ever changing technology and patient needs

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]]> Changes in Healthcare Delivery and System Strategy | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 16 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:25:35 In the nearly 100 years since Sarasota Memorial was founded, health care has changed quite a bit, as has the shape of the public healthcare system. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CEO David Verinder discusses how the hospital has grown with the community and kept up with ever changing technology and patient needs. In the nearly 100 years since Sarasota Memorial was founded, health care has changed quite a bit, as has the shape of the public healthcare system. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CEO David Verinder discusses how the hospital has grown with the community and kept up with ever changing technology and patient needs. community hospital, top hospital, medical excellence false full 16 cfa259be-8a5b-4a8f-b9ad-7de5c624b9c8 Fall and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 15 One in four older adults fall every year in the U.S., and millions of them require hospital treatment. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains why a fall risk assessment can provide some of the most helpful information for a person and their family.

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]]> Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:46:41 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast One in four older adults fall every year in the U.S., and millions of them require hospital treatment. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains why a fall risk assessment can provide some of the most helpful information for a person and their family.

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]]> Fall and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 15 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:20 One in four older adults fall every year in the U.S., and millions of them require hospital treatment. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains why a fall risk assessment can provide some of the most helpful information for a person and their family. One in four older adults fall every year in the U.S., and millions of them require hospital treatment. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains why a fall risk assessment can provide some of the most helpful information for a person and their family. false full 15 aae75656-a418-43f2-8c41-110ba2ce9299 Nutrition for Cardiac Patients - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 14 Patients at risk of cardiac disease should be aware of how their diet can impact the disease process. Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses what these patients can do to improve their health in this final part of the HealthCasts Dietitian series.

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]]> Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:25:18 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Patients at risk of cardiac disease should be aware of how their diet can impact the disease process. Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses what these patients can do to improve their health in this final part of the HealthCasts Dietitian series.

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]]> Nutrition for Cardiac Patients - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 14 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:34 Patients at risk of cardiac disease should be aware of how their diet can impact the disease process. Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses what these patients can do to improve their health in this final part of the HealthCasts Dietitian series. Patients at risk of cardiac disease should be aware of how their diet can impact the disease process. Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses what these patients can do to improve their health in this final part of the HealthCasts Dietitian series. false full 14 c9763499-8037-45ca-b07f-8401f1c0be8c Nutrition for Pre-Diabetes - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 13 For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes.

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]]> Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:16:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes.

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]]> Nutrition for Pre-Diabetes - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 13 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:17 For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes. For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes. diabetes management, diabetes, pre-diabetes false full 13 1e9d3b9d-5878-480f-a86e-46bb3e0b1549 Nutrition and Inflammation - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 12 Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods.

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]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:34:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods.

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]]> Nutrition and Inflammation - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 12 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:13 Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods. Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods. diet, nutrition, inflammation, dietician, food false full 12 d442b4a6-adba-4ba3-bbba-7e9e4415b2e6 Nutrition and Aging - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 11 Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy.

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]]> Thu, 30 May 2024 18:25:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy.

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]]> Nutrition and Aging - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 11 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:25 Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy. Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy. healthy aging population, malnutrition, dehydration false full 11 3b1bb2e1-e6e9-40cf-a87c-7343d0952fe7 SANE Nursing for Survivors | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 10 More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses are available around the clock at all 3 ECC locations. Elizabeth Kovach, RN, explains how the program works and why it's so important to the community.

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]]> Thu, 16 May 2024 16:20:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses are available around the clock at all 3 ECC locations. Elizabeth Kovach, RN, explains how the program works and why it's so important to the community.

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]]> SANE Nursing for Survivors | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 10 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:11 More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses are available around the clock at all 3 ECC locations. Elizabeth Kovach, RN, explains how the program works and why it's so important to the community. More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses are available around the clock at all 3 ECC locations. Elizabeth Kovach, RN, explains how the program works and why it's so important to the community. sexual assault nurse examiners, sane, sexual assault false full 10 94853be3-22bf-413b-ada0-4f6c92385ba4 Injuries and Blood Thinners | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 9 What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated.

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]]> Thu, 2 May 2024 14:15:28 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated.

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]]> Injuries and Blood Thinners | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 9 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:22 What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated. What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated. traumatic injury, blood thinners false full 9 1f8d6331-76a9-47fe-a8d3-7fa7cb3f9c5a Benefits of Delivering in a Hospital with a NICU | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 8 There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan

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]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:50:08 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan

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]]> Benefits of Delivering in a Hospital with a NICU | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 8 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:30 There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan. There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan. nicu, parents, birth plan, women & children's services false full 8 d765bee9-d9ae-45b2-b4ab-49d81ebba50e Surgical Treatment for Sleep Apnea | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 7 Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients.

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]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2024 12:15:43 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients.

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]]> Surgical Treatment for Sleep Apnea | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 7 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:24 Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients. Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients. cpap, sleep apnea false full 7 5bcd143f-1b2f-4547-b057-60b0ea5dec1f Multidisciplinary Cancer Care for Patients | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 6 Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve patient outcomes.

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]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:40:13 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve patient outcomes.

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]]> Multidisciplinary Cancer Care for Patients | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 6 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:30 Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve patient outcomes. Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve patient outcomes. cancer, cancer care false full 6 f4b98269-45ed-4ed4-a98b-67e6f91253f5 Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 5 Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes.

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]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2024 15:58:47 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes.

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]]> Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:00 Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes. Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes. minimally-invasive, minimally invasive, minimally invasive surgery false full 5 71bf2df4-0939-401c-8afb-5d8974b39823 Advancements in the Treatment of Heart Failure | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 4 According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated.

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]]> Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:34:41 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated.

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]]> Advancements in the Treatment of Heart Failure | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:52 According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated. According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated. heart, heart failure, cardiac false full 4 e52ed02a-0ee8-496f-a8fd-e02f49435885 Surgical Treatments for Shortness of Breath | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 3 There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are.

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]]> Thu, 8 Feb 2024 18:52:35 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are.

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]]> Surgical Treatments for Shortness of Breath | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:09 There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are. There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are. thoracic surgery, shortness of breath false full 3 01f0e9f9-9872-4cc6-8235-212014ca0cb6 Swallowing and Speech Issues Related to Cancer | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 2 Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like.

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]]> Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:08:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like.

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]]> Swallowing and Speech Issues Related to Cancer | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:11 Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like. Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like. rehabilitation, head and neck cancer, speech and swallowing therapy, brian d. jellison cancer institute false full 2 b5983a47-43f9-4c9d-8d9d-40aed0becca2 Identifying and Treating Osteoporosis | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 1 Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 22:02:20 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Identifying and Treating Osteoporosis | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:31:17 Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. endocrinologist, osteoporosis, brittle bones false full 1 cbbafaa5-ea6f-416d-9f5f-60d5fb572a14 Making Healthy New Year's Resolutions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 26 Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:37:04 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app.

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]]> Making Healthy New Year's Resolutions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 26 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:26:21 Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. medically integrated fitness, personal training, new years resolutions false full 26 bc5a6850-9ed8-41a4-97a7-aa9cc6d2d9aa Stoke Risks and Available Treatments | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 25 There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center.

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]]> Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:23:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center.

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]]> Stoke Risks and Available Treatments | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 25 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:42 There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center. There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center. stroke prevention, vascular neurologist, stroke false full 25 988b34ff-76de-4061-83ce-815e2620f023 Lung Cancer Screenings and Early Detection | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 24 There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection.

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]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:24:17 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection.

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]]> Lung Cancer Screenings and Early Detection | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 24 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:59 There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection. There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection. lung cancer screening, lung cancer, lung cancer detection, early detection false full 24 47df311f-6d1a-4c5e-a25e-c89d75a54003 Holiday Blues vs. Depression | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 23 The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strategies.

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]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strategies.

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]]> Holiday Blues vs. Depression | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 23 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:23 The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strategies. The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strategies. false full 23 8a90d2fc-c103-432a-872b-54c320f11ef1 Aortic Aneurysms and Treatment Options HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 22 Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available.

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]]> Thu, 2 Nov 2023 18:32:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (aortic aneurysm, silent killers) https://www.smh.com/podcast Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available.

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]]> Aortic Aneurysms and Treatment Options HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 22 aortic aneurysm, silent killers 00:17:37 Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available. Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available. false full 22 73f7f7ba-5f79-4288-bbf4-e90045a0bbfe Understanding and Treating Hearing Loss | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 21 Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs.

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]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs.

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]]> Understanding and Treating Hearing Loss | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 21 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:51 Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs. Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs. mental health, otolaryngologist, hearing loss false full 21 8541b323-fc19-4947-9194-15678947058b Lung Cancer Screening and Surgical Treatment | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 20 M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts.

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]]> Thu, 5 Oct 2023 14:59:37 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts.

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]]> Lung Cancer Screening and Surgical Treatment | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 20 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:24 M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts. M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts. thoracic surgery, lung cancer screening, lung cancer false full 20 7f98419f-8823-4908-a66f-15012f06f85b Diabetes Prevention and Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 19 In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH.

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]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:53:57 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH.

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]]> Diabetes Prevention and Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 19 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:56 In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH. In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH. diabetes prevention, diabetes, pre-diabetes false full 19 ba2c1815-0ced-4072-ac5c-efd20c316741 Diagnosing and Treating Epilepsy | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 18 Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life.

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]]> Thu, 7 Sep 2023 15:05:30 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life.

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]]> Diagnosing and Treating Epilepsy | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 18 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:16 Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life. Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life. neurology, epilepsy, stroke, recovery false full 18 b1250f5f-23ad-4d5f-92d2-8b378fa882a9 Protecting Student Athletes On and Off the Field | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 17 Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so important.

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]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:59:55 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so important.

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]]> Protecting Student Athletes On and Off the Field | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 17 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:41 Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so important. Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so important. sudden cardiac arrest, cardiac athletic screening for adolescents, kids, children false full 17 89973b08-05c3-4775-9020-6a4bf37d2037 Nurse-Driven Programs Impacting Patient Care | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 16 SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are impacting the community in a positive way.

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]]> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:07:17 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are impacting the community in a positive way.

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]]> Nurse-Driven Programs Impacting Patient Care | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 16 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:07 SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are impacting the community in a positive way. SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are impacting the community in a positive way. nursing, nursing excellence false full 16 3996ca72-8e20-42d9-b06d-dcc4992b19da New Childhood Obesity Guidelines and Prevention Strategies | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 15 In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns.

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]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 01:44:11 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns.

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]]> New Childhood Obesity Guidelines and Prevention Strategies | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 15 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:17 In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns. In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns. long-term health concerns, childhood obesity, childhood, health guidelines, american academy of pediatrics false full 15 83362233-b869-4f4a-acad-adf1c075751f Summer Safety and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 14 While summer is an exciting time for kids, it can also be dangerous. Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses some of the best ways parents can ensure their kids are safe and healthy during the summer.

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]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 19:08:15 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While summer is an exciting time for kids, it can also be dangerous. Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses some of the best ways parents can ensure their kids are safe and healthy during the summer.

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]]> Summer Safety and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 14 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:31 While summer is an exciting time for kids, it can also be dangerous. Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses some of the best ways parents can ensure their kids are safe and healthy during the summer. While summer is an exciting time for kids, it can also be dangerous. Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses some of the best ways parents can ensure their kids are safe and healthy during the summer. safe and healthy summer, preventing trauma injuries, summer safety, summer, trauma injury prevention false full 14 abb8f8dd-a086-4e46-af2c-dfeffa039dee Neuro Rehab and Spasticity Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 13 Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives.

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]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:18:08 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives.

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]]> Neuro Rehab and Spasticity Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 13 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:56 Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives. Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives. rehabilitation, neurological, stroke, stroke rehab, rehab false full 13 ea7e40d7-4ffb-48ab-a894-d5760458d4eb Cardiac Rehab and Sternal Precautions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 12 Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial, Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented "Keep Your Move in the Tube."

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]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:47:52 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial, Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented "Keep Your Move in the Tube."

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]]> Cardiac Rehab and Sternal Precautions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 12 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:42 Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial, Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented "Keep Your Move in the Tube." Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial, Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented "Keep Your Move in the Tube." rehabilitation, cardiac, rehab false full 12 e36844c7-e79e-4663-b6e9-7aeedac76a6a Robotic Surgery and Smart Implants | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 11 Edward Stolarski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, performed the first robotic "smart" knee replacement in Florida at Sarasota Memorial in 2022. He has seen these "smart" implants help many of his patients, and explains how they work.

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]]> Thu, 1 Jun 2023 13:30:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Edward Stolarski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, performed the first robotic "smart" knee replacement in Florida at Sarasota Memorial in 2022. He has seen these "smart" implants help many of his patients, and explains how they work.

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]]> Robotic Surgery and Smart Implants | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 11 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:35 Edward Stolarski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, performed the first robotic "smart" knee replacement in Florida at Sarasota Memorial in 2022. He has seen these "smart" implants help many of his patients, and explains how they work. Edward Stolarski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, performed the first robotic "smart" knee replacement in Florida at Sarasota Memorial in 2022. He has seen these "smart" implants help many of his patients, and explains how they work. orthopedics, smart implants, knee surgery, robotic surgery, knees, knee replacement false full 11 37b0452f-4e31-41d1-bf96-2976bb7943f2 Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 10 Bariatric surgery is often referred to as "weight loss surgery" but it is so much more than that, and can have major impacts on other diseases. Joseph Chebli, MD, the medical director for metabolic and bariatric surgery at Sarasota Memorial, discusses the types of bariatric procedures used, and the why this can be a game changer for so many patients.

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]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 16:23:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Bariatric surgery is often referred to as "weight loss surgery" but it is so much more than that, and can have major impacts on other diseases. Joseph Chebli, MD, the medical director for metabolic and bariatric surgery at Sarasota Memorial, discusses the types of bariatric procedures used, and the why this can be a game changer for so many patients.

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]]> Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 10 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:29:16 Bariatric surgery is often referred to as "weight loss surgery" but it is so much more than that, and can have major impacts on other diseases. Joseph Chebli, MD, the medical director for metabolic and bariatric surgery at Sarasota Memorial, discusses the types of bariatric procedures used, and the why this can be a game changer for so many patients. Bariatric surgery is often referred to as "weight loss surgery" but it is so much more than that, and can have major impacts on other diseases. Joseph Chebli, MD, the medical director for metabolic and bariatric surgery at Sarasota Memorial, discusses the types of bariatric procedures used, and the why this can be a game changer for so many patients. weight loss surgery, bariatric surgery, bariatric false full 10 d31c5309-497a-49ee-837d-bdc2f23167a4 Life After a Stroke and Resources Available | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 9 It's important that someone suffering a stroke is treated quickly to save their lives. Sarasota Memorial is a comprehensive stroke center to provide the most advanced interventions for patients, and after surviving a stroke, Wanda Jackson, outpatient care coordinator at SMH, helps to connect patients and families with the resources needed in the community to recover both mentally and physically.

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]]> Thu, 4 May 2023 01:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast It's important that someone suffering a stroke is treated quickly to save their lives. Sarasota Memorial is a comprehensive stroke center to provide the most advanced interventions for patients, and after surviving a stroke, Wanda Jackson, outpatient care coordinator at SMH, helps to connect patients and families with the resources needed in the community to recover both mentally and physically.

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]]> Life After a Stroke and Resources Available | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 9 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:38 It's important that someone suffering a stroke is treated quickly to save their lives. Sarasota Memorial is a comprehensive stroke center to provide the most advanced interventions for patients, and after surviving a stroke, Wanda Jackson, outpatient care coordinator at SMH, helps to connect patients and families with the resources needed in the community to recover both mentally and physically. It's important that someone suffering a stroke is treated quickly to save their lives. Sarasota Memorial is a comprehensive stroke center to provide the most advanced interventions for patients, and after surviving a stroke, Wanda Jackson, outpatient care coordinator at SMH, helps to connect patients and families with the resources needed in the community to recover both mentally and physically. comprehensive stroke center, stroke false full 9 4e76aeea-b6b0-4fa3-b133-f38f4990beda Recruitment and Retention in Healthcare | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 8 The COVID-19 pandemic helped to shine a light on a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers, and also exacerbated it. Laurie Bennett, Vice President of Human Resources for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, discusses what SMH is doing to recruit and retain top talent, and achieve top-quality care for patients.

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]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2023 19:10:19 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The COVID-19 pandemic helped to shine a light on a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers, and also exacerbated it. Laurie Bennett, Vice President of Human Resources for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, discusses what SMH is doing to recruit and retain top talent, and achieve top-quality care for patients.

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]]> Recruitment and Retention in Healthcare | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 8 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:11 The COVID-19 pandemic helped to shine a light on a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers, and also exacerbated it. Laurie Bennett, Vice President of Human Resources for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, discusses what SMH is doing to recruit and retain top talent, and achieve top-quality care for patients. The COVID-19 pandemic helped to shine a light on a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers, and also exacerbated it. Laurie Bennett, Vice President of Human Resources for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, discusses what SMH is doing to recruit and retain top talent, and achieve top-quality care for patients. recruitment, workers, hiring, human resources, employment, healthcare false full 8 16716f0e-906d-4f7e-bb0d-f0a8d9e81069 Improving Nursing Careers and Patient Outcomes | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 7 Amidst a nationwide shortage in healthcare workers, Sarasota Memorial is utilizing its nurse residency program to help with recruitment of new nurses, retention of those nurses, and improved professional development for them. Program coordinator Leah Robinson, DNP, says that ultimately, this also results in better patient care.

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]]> Thu, 6 Apr 2023 15:41:29 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Amidst a nationwide shortage in healthcare workers, Sarasota Memorial is utilizing its nurse residency program to help with recruitment of new nurses, retention of those nurses, and improved professional development for them. Program coordinator Leah Robinson, DNP, says that ultimately, this also results in better patient care.

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]]> Improving Nursing Careers and Patient Outcomes | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 7 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:37 Amidst a nationwide shortage in healthcare workers, Sarasota Memorial is utilizing its nurse residency program to help with recruitment of new nurses, retention of those nurses, and improved professional development for them. Program coordinator Leah Robinson, DNP, says that ultimately, this also results in better patient care. Amidst a nationwide shortage in healthcare workers, Sarasota Memorial is utilizing its nurse residency program to help with recruitment of new nurses, retention of those nurses, and improved professional development for them. Program coordinator Leah Robinson, DNP, says that ultimately, this also results in better patient care. recruitment, health care, nursing, nurse, patient care false full 7 86ee0b7f-a01b-451a-9c07-0b2143572634 Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 6 Treatment for colon and rectal cancer has vastly improved in the past decade or so, according the FPG Medical Director of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Samir Agarwal, MD. Learn more about the risks of colorectal cancers and the benefits of the new, minimally-invasive surgical techniques.

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]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 20:43:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Treatment for colon and rectal cancer has vastly improved in the past decade or so, according the FPG Medical Director of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Samir Agarwal, MD. Learn more about the risks of colorectal cancers and the benefits of the new, minimally-invasive surgical techniques.

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]]> Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 6 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:44 Treatment for colon and rectal cancer has vastly improved in the past decade or so, according the FPG Medical Director of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Samir Agarwal, MD. Learn more about the risks of colorectal cancers and the benefits of the new, minimally-invasive surgical techniques. Treatment for colon and rectal cancer has vastly improved in the past decade or so, according the FPG Medical Director of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Samir Agarwal, MD. Learn more about the risks of colorectal cancers and the benefits of the new, minimally-invasive surgical techniques. colon, minimally-invasive, colorectal cancer, rectal cancer false full 6 eedea3b8-8e57-4b3f-ae78-b2538407d44d Complex Valve Disorders and Treatments | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 5 Interventional cardiologist Ricardo Yaryura, MD, discusses the structural heart clinic at SMH and the multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients with complex valve disorders. He also focuses on procedures like TAVR, TMVR, and the WATCHMAN implant.

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]]> Thu, 9 Mar 2023 19:40:07 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Interventional cardiologist Ricardo Yaryura, MD, discusses the structural heart clinic at SMH and the multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients with complex valve disorders. He also focuses on procedures like TAVR, TMVR, and the WATCHMAN implant.

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]]> Complex Valve Disorders and Treatments | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:35 Interventional cardiologist Ricardo Yaryura, MD, discusses the structural heart clinic at SMH and the multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients with complex valve disorders. He also focuses on procedures like TAVR, TMVR, and the WATCHMAN implant. Interventional cardiologist Ricardo Yaryura, MD, discusses the structural heart clinic at SMH and the multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients with complex valve disorders. He also focuses on procedures like TAVR, TMVR, and the WATCHMAN implant. heart, cardiology, heart valves, valves, cardiologist false full 5 63eec65c-6376-413f-9836-be0db0488fd5 Child Development and Family Resources | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 4 First 1,000 Days Suncoast helps families during pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life, when 80 percent of child brain development occurs. Chelsea Arnold, DNP, APRN, discusses the importance of collaboration amongst community partners for the best outcomes for families.

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]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 19:08:32 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast First 1,000 Days Suncoast helps families during pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life, when 80 percent of child brain development occurs. Chelsea Arnold, DNP, APRN, discusses the importance of collaboration amongst community partners for the best outcomes for families.

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]]> Child Development and Family Resources | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:27 First 1,000 Days Suncoast helps families during pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life, when 80 percent of child brain development occurs. Chelsea Arnold, DNP, APRN, discusses the importance of collaboration amongst community partners for the best outcomes for families. First 1,000 Days Suncoast helps families during pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life, when 80 percent of child brain development occurs. Chelsea Arnold, DNP, APRN, discusses the importance of collaboration amongst community partners for the best outcomes for families. brain developemnt, family, baby, pregnancy, families, pregnant, father, mother false full 4 4f621469-6dfc-4de3-8cd2-5e9692e5252a Resources for Parkinson's Patients and Caregivers | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 3 While Parkinson's disease is a difficult diagnosis, there is still plenty of life to be lived for patient's and their caregivers. Wanda Jackson, the outpatient care coordinator at SMH, shares some of the many resources available in the Sarasota community, and discusses why helping these patients is so personal to her.

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]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2023 17:57:15 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While Parkinson's disease is a difficult diagnosis, there is still plenty of life to be lived for patient's and their caregivers. Wanda Jackson, the outpatient care coordinator at SMH, shares some of the many resources available in the Sarasota community, and discusses why helping these patients is so personal to her.

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]]> Resources for Parkinson's Patients and Caregivers | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:08 While Parkinson's disease is a difficult diagnosis, there is still plenty of life to be lived for patient's and their caregivers. Wanda Jackson, the outpatient care coordinator at SMH, shares some of the many resources available in the Sarasota community, and discusses why helping these patients is so personal to her. While Parkinson's disease is a difficult diagnosis, there is still plenty of life to be lived for patient's and their caregivers. Wanda Jackson, the outpatient care coordinator at SMH, shares some of the many resources available in the Sarasota community, and discusses why helping these patients is so personal to her. parkinson's false full 3 b8725e78-e5cd-455a-b4b2-bb94a687860a Diagnosing, Treating and Understanding ADHD | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 2 Children diagnosed with ADHD have many pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment, and it's important their parents and caregivers understand the diagnosis. Pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, explains how ADHD is diagnosed and what it really means for families.

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]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2023 21:46:05 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Children diagnosed with ADHD have many pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment, and it's important their parents and caregivers understand the diagnosis. Pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, explains how ADHD is diagnosed and what it really means for families.

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]]> Diagnosing, Treating and Understanding ADHD | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:55 Children diagnosed with ADHD have many pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment, and it's important their parents and caregivers understand the diagnosis. Pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, explains how ADHD is diagnosed and what it really means for families. Children diagnosed with ADHD have many pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment, and it's important their parents and caregivers understand the diagnosis. Pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, explains how ADHD is diagnosed and what it really means for families. adhd, pediatrician false full 2 49d7a411-5d71-4664-9c35-528d9c9bdc6b New Year's Resolutions and Medical Weight Loss | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep 1 Weight loss can be of huge importance for overall health, and as many think about New Year's resolutions to get healthy, Roni Marino, PA-C, shares more information about the medical weight loss clinic at Sarasota Memorial and why it's so successful for many patients.

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]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2023 19:25:30 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Weight loss can be of huge importance for overall health, and as many think about New Year's resolutions to get healthy, Roni Marino, PA-C, shares more information about the medical weight loss clinic at Sarasota Memorial and why it's so successful for many patients.

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]]> New Year's Resolutions and Medical Weight Loss | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:08 Weight loss can be of huge importance for overall health, and as many think about New Year's resolutions to get healthy, Roni Marino, PA-C, shares more information about the medical weight loss clinic at Sarasota Memorial and why it's so successful for many patients. Weight loss can be of huge importance for overall health, and as many think about New Year's resolutions to get healthy, Roni Marino, PA-C, shares more information about the medical weight loss clinic at Sarasota Memorial and why it's so successful for many patients. weight loss surgery, weight loss, medical weight loss false full 1 996348d2-1bfd-48e7-aee8-681a8653fecf HPV-Related Mouth and Throat Cancers | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 14 About one in every 60 men, and one in every 140 women is at risk of a HPV-related mouth and throat cancer, but that number could be on the rise if we aren't careful because of how common HPV is. Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck cancer and microvascular surgeon with First Physician's Group discusses these rare cancers and their prevention and treatment.

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]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2022 21:32:37 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast About one in every 60 men, and one in every 140 women is at risk of a HPV-related mouth and throat cancer, but that number could be on the rise if we aren't careful because of how common HPV is. Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck cancer and microvascular surgeon with First Physician's Group discusses these rare cancers and their prevention and treatment.

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]]> HPV-Related Mouth and Throat Cancers | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 14 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:11 mouth cancer, microvascular surgeon, throat cancer, neck cancer, hpv false full 14 a2fe73a9-e04b-42a3-83ab-b7708b8c31e6 Detection and Prevention of Colon Cancer | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 13 Every individual has a 4% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, etc. Colonoscopies give physicians and patients the opportunity to prevent cancer, or detect it early enough for better outcomes with treatment. Stephen Kucera, MD, discusses the newer guidelines for colonoscopy screenings.

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]]> Thu, 1 Dec 2022 21:29:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Every individual has a 4% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, etc. Colonoscopies give physicians and patients the opportunity to prevent cancer, or detect it early enough for better outcomes with treatment. Stephen Kucera, MD, discusses the newer guidelines for colonoscopy screenings.

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]]> Detection and Prevention of Colon Cancer | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 13 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:20:37 Every individual has a 4% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, etc. Colonoscopies give physicians and patients the opportunity to prevent cancer, or detect it early enough for better outcomes with treatment. Stephen Kucera, MD, discusses the newer guidelines for colonoscopy screenings. Every individual has a 4% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, etc. Colonoscopies give physicians and patients the opportunity to prevent cancer, or detect it early enough for better outcomes with treatment. Stephen Kucera, MD, discusses the newer guidelines for colonoscopy screenings. early cancer detection, colon, colonoscopies, colon cancer, colonoscopy screenings false full 13 14dd6e48-507b-449b-84c0-bf919293263a High-Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Cancer Treatment | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 12 High-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a newer, accelerated cancer treatment that allows physicians to deliver equivalent doses of radiation in as little as one to four outpatient treatments that last just a few minutes each. Matthew Biagioli, MD, a radiation oncologist at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial, discusses this treatment and why it's another great option for cancer care.

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]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:00:56 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast High-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a newer, accelerated cancer treatment that allows physicians to deliver equivalent doses of radiation in as little as one to four outpatient treatments that last just a few minutes each. Matthew Biagioli, MD, a radiation oncologist at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial, discusses this treatment and why it's another great option for cancer care.

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]]> High-Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Cancer Treatment | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 12 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:13 High-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a newer, accelerated cancer treatment that allows physicians to deliver equivalent doses of radiation in as little as one to four outpatient treatments that last just a few minutes each. Matthew Biagioli, MD, a radiation oncologist at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial, discusses this treatment and why it's another great option for cancer care. High-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy is a newer, accelerated cancer treatment that allows physicians to deliver equivalent doses of radiation in as little as one to four outpatient treatments that last just a few minutes each. Matthew Biagioli, MD, a radiation oncologist at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial, discusses this treatment and why it's another great option for cancer care. cancer, radiation oncologist, cancer treatment, high-dose rate brachytherapy, cancer care, radiation oncology false full 12 b16fdb09-a3dc-457b-ac25-9f59b63bc045 Treating Irregular Heart Rhythms, Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 11 People with slow and irregular heart rhythms have a variety of available treatments, but new options may be on the horizon. Dilip Mathew, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist discusses these treatments, and an ongoing clinical research trial at Sarasota Memorial. SMH is participating in an international clinical trial of the world’s first dual-chamber, wireless pacemaker for people with slow and irregular heart rhythms. The Aveir Dr i2i Study is sponsored by Abbott, and Dr. Mathew is the principal investigator at SMH. The Aveir i2i leadless pacemaker is not commercially available. For more information about Aveir’s leadless pacemaker study or other clinical trials, contact the Sarasota Memorial Research Institute at (941) 917-2225.

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]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2022 16:37:02 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast People with slow and irregular heart rhythms have a variety of available treatments, but new options may be on the horizon. Dilip Mathew, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist discusses these treatments, and an ongoing clinical research trial at Sarasota Memorial. SMH is participating in an international clinical trial of the world’s first dual-chamber, wireless pacemaker for people with slow and irregular heart rhythms. The Aveir Dr i2i Study is sponsored by Abbott, and Dr. Mathew is the principal investigator at SMH. The Aveir i2i leadless pacemaker is not commercially available. For more information about Aveir’s leadless pacemaker study or other clinical trials, contact the Sarasota Memorial Research Institute at (941) 917-2225.

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]]> Treating Irregular Heart Rhythms, Healthcasts Season 4, Ep 11 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:55 People with slow and irregular heart rhythms have a variety of available treatments, but new options may be on the horizon. Dilip Mathew, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist discusses these treatments, and an ongoing clinical research trial at Sarasota Memorial. People with slow and irregular heart rhythms have a variety of available treatments, but new options may be on the horizon. Dilip Mathew, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist discusses these treatments, and an ongoing clinical research trial at Sarasota Memorial. heart, heart rhythms, technology, cardiac electrophysiologist, irregular heart rhythms, healthcare, clinical research trial false full 11 1bbd05d8-c61e-42b2-9a0f-1b5680eff76a Postpartum Care for Parents | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep. 10 With so many scheduled visits to a doctor for a baby after they're born, new parents often forget the importance of postpartum care for themselves. Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses the warning signs of postpartum depression, postpartum mania and other major postpartum concerns, plus what to expect for the first follow up appointment after delivery, and much more in this episode of Healthcasts.

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]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2022 18:25:38 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast With so many scheduled visits to a doctor for a baby after they're born, new parents often forget the importance of postpartum care for themselves. Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses the warning signs of postpartum depression, postpartum mania and other major postpartum concerns, plus what to expect for the first follow up appointment after delivery, and much more in this episode of Healthcasts.

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]]> Postpartum Care for Parents | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep. 10 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:23 With so many scheduled visits to a doctor for a baby after they're born, new parents often forget the importance of postpartum care for themselves. Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses the warning signs of postpartum depression, postpartum mania and other major postpartum concerns, plus what to expect for the first follow up appointment after delivery, and much more in this episode of Healthcasts. With so many scheduled visits to a doctor for a baby after they're born, new parents often forget the importance of postpartum care for themselves. Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses the warning signs of postpartum depression, postpartum mania and other major postpartum concerns, plus what to expect for the first follow up appointment after delivery, and much more in this episode of Healthcasts. newborn, postpartum depression, postpartum mania, postpartum, baby false full 10 ab8d2fcd-ca84-4f59-b851-bae2eb815f98 Understanding Mammograms and Breast Health | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep. 9 Breast health services are vital in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic Radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, explains the different types of mammograms and discusses other tests which may be used to detect breast cancer.

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]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:26:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Breast health services are vital in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic Radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, explains the different types of mammograms and discusses other tests which may be used to detect breast cancer.

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]]> Understanding Mammograms and Breast Health | Healthcasts Season 4, Ep. 9 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:05 Breast health services are vital in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic Radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, explains the different types of mammograms and discusses other tests which may be used to detect breast cancer. Breast health services are vital in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic Radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, explains the different types of mammograms and discusses other tests which may be used to detect breast cancer. mammogram, breast cancer, mammograms false full 9 bbcafad8-c40c-4584-aef7-bd9a6e47054e Detection and Treatment of Allergies | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 8 Up to 30% of the US population suffers from nasal allergies, and many sufferers hope for a cure. Alicia Alvarez, MD, is an allergist and immunologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota and talks about the advancements in testing for allergies, and the treatment options available.

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]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:02:45 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Up to 30% of the US population suffers from nasal allergies, and many sufferers hope for a cure. Alicia Alvarez, MD, is an allergist and immunologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota and talks about the advancements in testing for allergies, and the treatment options available.

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]]> Detection and Treatment of Allergies | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 8 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:38 Up to 30% of the US population suffers from nasal allergies, and many sufferers hope for a cure. Alicia Alvarez, MD, is an allergist and immunologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota and talks about the advancements in testing for allergies, and the treatment options available. Up to 30% of the US population suffers from nasal allergies, and many sufferers hope for a cure. Alicia Alvarez, MD, is an allergist and immunologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota and talks about the advancements in testing for allergies, and the treatment options available. immunology, allergies false full 8 ed7135c0-39e0-4871-862c-b6dd3f0fd075 Advancements in Diabetes Management | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 7 Roughly 10% of the general US population is diabetic, and that number increases with age. Manivel Eswaran, MD, an endocrinologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota discusses the risks for diabetes, treatments, and the advancements in technology for diabetes management.

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]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:21:06 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Roughly 10% of the general US population is diabetic, and that number increases with age. Manivel Eswaran, MD, an endocrinologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota discusses the risks for diabetes, treatments, and the advancements in technology for diabetes management.

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]]> Advancements in Diabetes Management | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 7 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:41 Roughly 10% of the general US population is diabetic, and that number increases with age. Manivel Eswaran, MD, an endocrinologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota discusses the risks for diabetes, treatments, and the advancements in technology for diabetes management. Roughly 10% of the general US population is diabetic, and that number increases with age. Manivel Eswaran, MD, an endocrinologist with First Physicians Group in Sarasota discusses the risks for diabetes, treatments, and the advancements in technology for diabetes management. diabetes management, diabetes false full 7 a0902411-f36c-4ab0-8e7c-5552d1ccaed2 Detection and Treatment of Prostate Cancer | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 6 Roughly 240,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year. Robert Carey, MD, specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer and explains the screening process, treatment options, and why not every diagnosis requires treatment. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app so you never miss an episode.

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]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:20:01 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Roughly 240,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year. Robert Carey, MD, specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer and explains the screening process, treatment options, and why not every diagnosis requires treatment. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app so you never miss an episode.

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]]> Detection and Treatment of Prostate Cancer | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 6 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:25:13 Roughly 240,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year. Robert Carey, MD, specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer and explains the screening process, treatment options, and why not every diagnosis requires treatment. Roughly 240,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year. Robert Carey, MD, specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer and explains the screening process, treatment options, and why not every diagnosis requires treatment. prostate cancer, prostate false full 6 13fecb9c-1732-420d-a868-7385dca46d8c The Role of Genetics in Treatment of Ovarian Cancer | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 5 Ovarian cancer has varying risk factors and the biggest one is genetics. Gynecologic Oncologist Beverly Long, MD, discusses the treatment options and how Sarasota Memorial is working to help research the role of genetics in the treatment of gynecologic cancers.

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]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Ovarian cancer has varying risk factors and the biggest one is genetics. Gynecologic Oncologist Beverly Long, MD, discusses the treatment options and how Sarasota Memorial is working to help research the role of genetics in the treatment of gynecologic cancers.

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]]> The Role of Genetics in Treatment of Ovarian Cancer | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:22 Ovarian cancer has varying risk factors and the biggest one is genetics. Gynecologic Oncologist Beverly Long, MD, discusses the treatment options and how Sarasota Memorial is working to help research the role of genetics in the treatment of gynecologic cancers. Ovarian cancer has varying risk factors and the biggest one is genetics. Gynecologic Oncologist Beverly Long, MD, discusses the treatment options and how Sarasota Memorial is working to help research the role of genetics in the treatment of gynecologic cancers. cancer, ovarian cancer, gynecologic oncology, genetic treatment, gynecologic cancers false full 5 a6ee0cd5-e6cd-454a-873b-8d2fbc467c31 Genetic Counseling and Testing for Cancer Prevention | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 4 While not every cancer has a genetic component, many patients with active cancer diagnoses, or family members of those who have had cancer, see genetic counselors to learn about treatment options and prevention in future generations. Nicole Wood, the Lead Genetic Counselor for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial explains why this can be a very important component of cancer care.

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]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:28:37 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast While not every cancer has a genetic component, many patients with active cancer diagnoses, or family members of those who have had cancer, see genetic counselors to learn about treatment options and prevention in future generations. Nicole Wood, the Lead Genetic Counselor for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial explains why this can be a very important component of cancer care.

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]]> Genetic Counseling and Testing for Cancer Prevention | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:25 While not every cancer has a genetic component, many patients with active cancer diagnoses, or family members of those who have had cancer, see genetic counselors to learn about treatment options and prevention in future generations. Nicole Wood, the Lead Genetic Counselor for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial explains why this can be a very important component of cancer care. While not every cancer has a genetic component, many patients with active cancer diagnoses, or family members of those who have had cancer, see genetic counselors to learn about treatment options and prevention in future generations. Nicole Wood, the Lead Genetic Counselor for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial explains why this can be a very important component of cancer care. cancer, genetic counseling, cancer care, cancer diagnosis, genetics false full 4 4de13e39-b9db-4c80-aaf7-17aa74fa8716 Bystander CPR, AED Use and Stroke Recognition | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep.3 Anyone can help save the life of a friend, family member or even a stranger they see experiencing a stroke or heart issue by knowing the signs and acting quickly. Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Physician Marshall Frank, DO, discusses recognizing the signs of an emergency, bystander CPR and AED use, and the importance of early intervention.

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]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:38:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Anyone can help save the life of a friend, family member or even a stranger they see experiencing a stroke or heart issue by knowing the signs and acting quickly. Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Physician Marshall Frank, DO, discusses recognizing the signs of an emergency, bystander CPR and AED use, and the importance of early intervention.

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]]> Bystander CPR, AED Use and Stroke Recognition | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep.3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:19 Anyone can help save the life of a friend, family member or even a stranger they see experiencing a stroke or heart issue by knowing the signs and acting quickly. Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Physician Marshall Frank, DO, discusses recognizing the signs of an emergency, bystander CPR and AED use, and the importance of early intervention. Anyone can help save the life of a friend, family member or even a stranger they see experiencing a stroke or heart issue by knowing the signs and acting quickly. Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Physician Marshall Frank, DO, discusses recognizing the signs of an emergency, bystander CPR and AED use, and the importance of early intervention. cpr, heart attack, stroke, bystander false full 3 28d51bb1-6889-4222-a8b2-45a29cbb61b5 The Need for Inpatient and Outpatient Rehab | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 2 Physiatrists specialize in improving a patient's function and quality of life after they've suffered some kind of medical illness or injury, but not everyone needs to have had a major surgery or hospital stay to require rehabilitation with a physiatrist. Steven Papuchis, DO, discusses both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and the new physical medicine and rehab clinic at Sarasota Memorial.

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]]> Thu, 2 Jun 2022 12:51:48 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Physiatrists specialize in improving a patient's function and quality of life after they've suffered some kind of medical illness or injury, but not everyone needs to have had a major surgery or hospital stay to require rehabilitation with a physiatrist. Steven Papuchis, DO, discusses both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and the new physical medicine and rehab clinic at Sarasota Memorial.

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]]> The Need for Inpatient and Outpatient Rehab | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:58 Physiatrists specialize in improving a patient's function and quality of life after they've suffered some kind of medical illness or injury, but not everyone needs to have had a major surgery or hospital stay to require rehabilitation with a physiatrist. Steven Papuchis, DO, discusses both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and the new physical medicine and rehab clinic at Sarasota Memorial. Physiatrists specialize in improving a patient's function and quality of life after they've suffered some kind of medical illness or injury, but not everyone needs to have had a major surgery or hospital stay to require rehabilitation with a physiatrist. Steven Papuchis, DO, discusses both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and the new physical medicine and rehab clinic at Sarasota Memorial. rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, physiatrist, inpatient rehabilitation, rehab clinic false full 2 d2018ab1-e2bd-4ccf-9d65-400fbca974df Treatments for Thyroid and Parathyroid Conditions | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 1 Patients with thyroid and parathyroid conditions are sometimes told their treatment options are limited and may leave large scars. Ralph Tufano, MD, FACS, is the Medical Director of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at Sarasota Memorial and is a world renowned surgeon. He discusses scarless transoral thyroidectomy and radiofrequency ablation as great options for some patients. 

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]]> Thu, 19 May 2022 12:24:51 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Patients with thyroid and parathyroid conditions are sometimes told their treatment options are limited and may leave large scars. Ralph Tufano, MD, FACS, is the Medical Director of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at Sarasota Memorial and is a world renowned surgeon. He discusses scarless transoral thyroidectomy and radiofrequency ablation as great options for some patients. 

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]]> Treatments for Thyroid and Parathyroid Conditions | HealthCasts Season 4, Ep. 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:36 Patients with thyroid and parathyroid conditions are sometimes told their treatment options are limited and may leave large scars. Ralph Tufano, MD, FACS, is the Medical Director of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at Sarasota Memorial and is a world renowned surgeon. He discusses scarless transoral thyroidectomy and radiofrequency ablation as great options for some patients. Patients with thyroid and parathyroid conditions are sometimes told their treatment options are limited and may leave large scars. Ralph Tufano, MD, FACS, is the Medical Director of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at Sarasota Memorial and is a world renowned surgeon. He discusses scarless transoral thyroidectomy and radiofrequency ablation as great options for some patients. radiofrequency ablation, scarless transoral thyroidectomy, parathyroid, thyroid, thyroid conditions false full 1 5a827656-55a8-4e9e-a887-9b955676b05f Understanding and Treating Tinnitus and Vertigo | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 5 Patients experiencing tinnitus or vertigo often suffer in silence or don't know the treatments available for them. Jack Wazen, MD discusses the diagnoses that often cause tinnitus and vertigo and explains what patients need to know about their options.

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]]> Thu, 5 Aug 2021 15:01:22 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Patients experiencing tinnitus or vertigo often suffer in silence or don't know the treatments available for them. Jack Wazen, MD discusses the diagnoses that often cause tinnitus and vertigo and explains what patients need to know about their options.

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]]> Understanding and Treating Tinnitus and Vertigo | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 5 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:12 Patients experiencing tinnitus or vertigo often suffer in silence or don't know the treatments available for them. Jack Wazen, MD discusses the diagnoses that often cause tinnitus and vertigo and explains what patients need to know about their options. Patients experiencing tinnitus or vertigo often suffer in silence or don't know the treatments available for them. Jack Wazen, MD discusses the diagnoses that often cause tinnitus and vertigo and explains what patients need to know about their options. vertigo, tinnitus false full 5 73808fea-782c-4489-aed7-ccca5b6bfcf4 Treating Summer's Bites, Burns & Stings | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 4 Enjoying outdoor summer fun in Florida often means dealing with itchy bites, painful sunburns and even marine animal stings. But when should we consider medical care for these common irritations? Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Specialist Steve Kamm, MD, talks summer safety and treatments for burns, bites and stings in this episode of HealthCasts.

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]]> Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:03:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Enjoying outdoor summer fun in Florida often means dealing with itchy bites, painful sunburns and even marine animal stings. But when should we consider medical care for these common irritations? Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Specialist Steve Kamm, MD, talks summer safety and treatments for burns, bites and stings in this episode of HealthCasts.

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]]> Treating Summer's Bites, Burns & Stings | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 4 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:04 Enjoying outdoor summer fun in Florida often means dealing with itchy bites, painful sunburns and even marine animal stings. But when should we consider medical care for these common irritations? Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Specialist Steve Kamm, MD, talks summer safety and treatments for burns, bites and stings in this episode of HealthCasts. Enjoying outdoor summer fun in Florida often means dealing with itchy bites, painful sunburns and even marine animal stings. But when should we consider medical care for these common irritations? Sarasota Memorial Emergency Medicine Specialist Steve Kamm, MD, talks summer safety and treatments for burns, bites and stings in this episode of HealthCasts. animal stings, itchy bites, sunburn, bug bites, summer false full 4 bfe904a1-a404-4bdf-a12d-f0610d875ec8 Motion-Sparing Spine Surgery | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 3 Spinal fusion has been considered the gold standard for treatment of low-back pain with leg pain or neck pain with arm pain. But advances in non-fusion technology and motion-sparing techniques may change the gold standard. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Ashvin Patel, MD, discusses the benefits of the new technologies and ongoing research studies open to certain spine surgery patients at Sarasota Memorial.

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]]> Thu, 8 Jul 2021 14:22:43 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Spinal fusion has been considered the gold standard for treatment of low-back pain with leg pain or neck pain with arm pain. But advances in non-fusion technology and motion-sparing techniques may change the gold standard. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Ashvin Patel, MD, discusses the benefits of the new technologies and ongoing research studies open to certain spine surgery patients at Sarasota Memorial.

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]]> Motion-Sparing Spine Surgery | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 3 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:29 Spinal fusion has been considered the gold standard for treatment of low-back pain with leg pain or neck pain with arm pain. But advances in non-fusion technology and motion-sparing techniques may change the gold standard. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Ashvin Patel, MD, discusses the benefits of the new technologies and ongoing research studies open to certain spine surgery patients at Sarasota Memorial. Spinal fusion has been considered the gold standard for treatment of low-back pain with leg pain or neck pain with arm pain. But advances in non-fusion technology and motion-sparing techniques may change the gold standard. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Ashvin Patel, MD, discusses the benefits of the new technologies and ongoing research studies open to certain spine surgery patients at Sarasota Memorial. low-back pain, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery false full 3 1eae3ea7-1fa1-4b9d-adbb-68106a36fcbc Healthy Living After the Pandemic | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 2 The past year has taken a toll on many of us. With COVID vaccines now readily available and life starting to return to normal, critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, says there is no better time to set personal goals to improve your overall health, well-being, and quality of life. He shares tips from an innovative lifestyle medicine program designed to accommodate the SMH staff’s busy work schedules and family commitments.

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]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:19:07 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The past year has taken a toll on many of us. With COVID vaccines now readily available and life starting to return to normal, critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, says there is no better time to set personal goals to improve your overall health, well-being, and quality of life. He shares tips from an innovative lifestyle medicine program designed to accommodate the SMH staff’s busy work schedules and family commitments.

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]]> Healthy Living After the Pandemic | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:32 The past year has taken a toll on many of us. With COVID vaccines now readily available and life starting to return to normal, critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, says there is no better time to set personal goals to improve your overall health, well-being, and quality of life. He shares tips from an innovative lifestyle medicine program designed to accommodate the SMH staff’s busy work schedules and family commitments. The past year has taken a toll on many of us. With COVID vaccines now readily available and life starting to return to normal, critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, says there is no better time to set personal goals to improve your overall health, well-being, and quality of life. He shares tips from an innovative lifestyle medicine program designed to accommodate the SMH staff’s busy work schedules and family commitments. well-being, innovative lifestyle medicine program, personal goals, quality of life false full 2 a98d59f1-1c5a-40f7-845b-8738d9c9920a Pandemic Lessons Learned | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 1 You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Pandemic Lessons Learned | HealthCasts Season 3, Ep. 1 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:09 Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, kicks off our HealthCasts Season 3 with a look at lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine hesitancy and the latest CDC guidelines. Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, kicks off our HealthCasts Season 3 with a look at lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine hesitancy and the latest CDC guidelines. facemasks, covid-19 false full 1 69a979ed-1910-4c4f-9f79-747e3620e366 Important Patient Conversations and Palliative Care There are important and difficult conversations every person should have with their loved ones regarding what kind of medical care they’d want if they couldn’t speak for themselves. SMH’s Medical Director of Supportive Care Services Joelle Vlahakis, MD explains why these conversations are necessary, and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, even more vital.

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]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2020 15:31:16 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are important and difficult conversations every person should have with their loved ones regarding what kind of medical care they’d want if they couldn’t speak for themselves. SMH’s Medical Director of Supportive Care Services Joelle Vlahakis, MD explains why these conversations are necessary, and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, even more vital.

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]]> Important Patient Conversations and Palliative Care Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:41 There are important and difficult conversations every person should have with their loved ones regarding what kind of medical care they’d want if they couldn’t speak for themselves. SMH’s Medical Director of Supportive Care Services Joelle Vlahakis, MD explains why these conversations are necessary, and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, even more vital. There are important and difficult conversations every person should have with their loved ones regarding what kind of medical care they’d want if they couldn’t speak for themselves. SMH’s Medical Director of Supportive Care Services Joelle Vlahakis, MD explains why these conversations are necessary, and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, even more vital. palliative care, pandemic, covid-19 false full 16 3a469549-b6b7-4bff-8462-da379e2abd19 Recovering from COVID-19 Patients with severe cases of COVID-19 often endure extended hospitalizations and significant strength loss. What can be done to help them regain that strength, energy and quality of life? Physiatrist and rehabilitation specialist Alexander Bajorek, MD, explains how the Sarasota Memorial Rehab team is doing just that in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Wed, 1 Jul 2020 18:56:19 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Patients with severe cases of COVID-19 often endure extended hospitalizations and significant strength loss. What can be done to help them regain that strength, energy and quality of life? Physiatrist and rehabilitation specialist Alexander Bajorek, MD, explains how the Sarasota Memorial Rehab team is doing just that in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Recovering from COVID-19 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:24:55 Patients with severe cases of COVID-19 often endure extended hospitalizations and significant strength loss. What can be done to help them regain that strength, energy and quality of life? Physiatrist and rehabilitation specialist Alexander Bajorek, MD, explains how the Sarasota Memorial Rehab team is doing just that in this HealthCasts episode. Patients with severe cases of COVID-19 often endure extended hospitalizations and significant strength loss. What can be done to help them regain that strength, energy and quality of life? Physiatrist and rehabilitation specialist Alexander Bajorek, MD, explains how the Sarasota Memorial Rehab team is doing just that in this HealthCasts episode. hospitalization, covid-19 false full 15 7031449d-360a-4c18-bf0f-cc8d43bb9fb6 Hospital Births Amid COVID-19 What’s it really like to give birth during a global pandemic? OB/GYN Kyle Garner, MD, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted labor and delivery at Sarasota Memorial and answers the questions many expectant parents are asking in this HealthCasts episode. Check out our other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast.

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]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2020 18:41:02 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast What’s it really like to give birth during a global pandemic? OB/GYN Kyle Garner, MD, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted labor and delivery at Sarasota Memorial and answers the questions many expectant parents are asking in this HealthCasts episode. Check out our other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast.

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]]> Hospital Births Amid COVID-19 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:27 What’s it really like to give birth during a global pandemic? OB/GYN Kyle Garner, MD, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted labor and delivery at Sarasota Memorial and answers the questions many expectant parents are asking in this HealthCasts episode. What’s it really like to give birth during a global pandemic? OB/GYN Kyle Garner, MD, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted labor and delivery at Sarasota Memorial and answers the questions many expectant parents are asking in this HealthCasts episode. covid-19, conception, childbirth false full 14 649bb1c5-0529-4109-a041-43aa6a3df492 COVID-19 Insights, Answers & What’s Next Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, talks COVID-19 testing, treatment and what’s next as he separates fact from fiction and offers expert insight on novel coronavirus symptoms and community spread in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Wed, 3 Jun 2020 18:38:03 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, talks COVID-19 testing, treatment and what’s next as he separates fact from fiction and offers expert insight on novel coronavirus symptoms and community spread in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> COVID-19 Insights, Answers & What’s Next Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:07 Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, talks COVID-19 testing, treatment and what’s next as he separates fact from fiction and offers expert insight on novel coronavirus symptoms and community spread in this HealthCasts episode. Infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, talks COVID-19 testing, treatment and what’s next as he separates fact from fiction and offers expert insight on novel coronavirus symptoms and community spread in this HealthCasts episode. covid-19 false full 13 7434ae62-e0c4-4aea-9e49-c9c2e507ab4d Health, Safety & Re-opening During COVID-19 — HealthCasts Episode 12 What is Sarasota Memorial doing to protect patients, staff and the community, amid COVID-19 and Florida's phased re-opening? What considerations were made in re-opening elective surgeries and other medical services? James Fiorica, MD, chief medical officer at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, explains in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Thu, 21 May 2020 18:50:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast What is Sarasota Memorial doing to protect patients, staff and the community, amid COVID-19 and Florida's phased re-opening? What considerations were made in re-opening elective surgeries and other medical services? James Fiorica, MD, chief medical officer at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, explains in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Health, Safety & Re-opening During COVID-19 — HealthCasts Episode 12 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:19:52 What is Sarasota Memorial doing to protect patients, staff and the community, amid COVID-19 and Florida's phased re-opening? What considerations were made in re-opening elective surgeries and other medical services? James Fiorica, MD, chief medical officer at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, explains in this HealthCasts episode. What is Sarasota Memorial doing to protect patients, staff and the community, amid COVID-19 and Florida's phased re-opening? What considerations were made in re-opening elective surgeries and other medical services? James Fiorica, MD, chief medical officer at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, explains in this HealthCasts episode. false full 12 a4925892-a9dc-420e-af2d-e6979f0bd110 Fighting Gastrointestinal Cancer Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer cases are on the rise across the US. But thanks to robotic surgery and other treatment advances, there are more options to fight the disease than ever before. Robotic surgeon and head of Sarasota Memorial’s GI Surgical Oncology program Ken Meredith, MD, explains in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Wed, 4 Mar 2020 21:10:55 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer cases are on the rise across the US. But thanks to robotic surgery and other treatment advances, there are more options to fight the disease than ever before. Robotic surgeon and head of Sarasota Memorial’s GI Surgical Oncology program Ken Meredith, MD, explains in this HealthCasts episode.

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]]> Fighting Gastrointestinal Cancer Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:15:58 Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer cases are on the rise across the US. But thanks to robotic surgery and other treatment advances, there are more options to fight the disease than ever before. Robotic surgeon and head of Sarasota Memorial’s GI Surgical Oncology program Ken Meredith, MD, explains in this HealthCasts episode. Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer cases are on the rise across the US. But thanks to robotic surgery and other treatment advances, there are more options to fight the disease than ever before. Robotic surgeon and head of Sarasota Memorial’s GI Surgical Oncology program Ken Meredith, MD, explains in this HealthCasts episode. false full 11 dc0ed41f-1075-4fd5-8f7a-2a6b498152d4 High-tech, Highly Effective Heart Surgery - HealthCasts Episode 10 Dr. Jeffrey Sell, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how technology has made cardiac surgery safer and more effective than ever before. Learn about the latest advances — from robotic heart surgery to highly specialized ORs, called "iSuites" — and how surgeons and cardiologists are redefining cardiac care through collaboration.

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]]> Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:29:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Dr. Jeffrey Sell, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how technology has made cardiac surgery safer and more effective than ever before. Learn about the latest advances — from robotic heart surgery to highly specialized ORs, called "iSuites" — and how surgeons and cardiologists are redefining cardiac care through collaboration.

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]]> High-tech, Highly Effective Heart Surgery - HealthCasts Episode 10 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:41 Dr. Jeffrey Sell, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how technology has made cardiac surgery safer and more effective than ever before. Learn about the latest advances — from robotic heart surgery to highly specialized ORs, called "iSuites" — and how surgeons and cardiologists are redefining cardiac care through collaboration. Dr. Jeffrey Sell, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how technology has made cardiac surgery safer and more effective than ever before. Learn about the latest advances — from robotic heart surgery to highly specialized ORs, called "iSuites" — and how surgeons and cardiologists are redefining cardiac care through collaboration. heart, heart surgery, cardiac care false full 10 f099429c-aa14-4b86-845d-9236c3e3a1cf Plastic Surgery Risks & Realities Reconstructive surgery can help patients with a range of body sculpting needs, whether it's to resolve medical issues, part of post-trauma recovery or for a needed confidence boost. Dr. Alissa Shulman, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial Hospital who specializes in breast cancer reconstruction, discusses the risks and realities and what to expect from your plastic surgeon in this HealthCasts episode. 

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]]> Wed, 5 Feb 2020 19:45:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Reconstructive surgery can help patients with a range of body sculpting needs, whether it's to resolve medical issues, part of post-trauma recovery or for a needed confidence boost. Dr. Alissa Shulman, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial Hospital who specializes in breast cancer reconstruction, discusses the risks and realities and what to expect from your plastic surgeon in this HealthCasts episode. 

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]]> Plastic Surgery Risks & Realities Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:10 Reconstructive surgery can help patients with a range of body sculpting needs, whether it's to resolve medical issues, part of post-trauma recovery or for a needed confidence boost. Dr. Alissa Shulman, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial Hospital who specializes in breast cancer reconstruction, discusses the risks and realities and what to expect from your plastic surgeon in this HealthCasts episode. Check out our other interviews with SMH medical experts at smh.com/podcast. Reconstructive surgery can help patients with a range of body sculpting needs, whether it's to resolve medical issues, part of post-trauma recovery or for a needed confidence boost. Dr. Alissa Shulman, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial Hospital who specializes in breast cancer reconstruction, discusses the risks and realities and what to expect from your plastic surgeon in this HealthCasts episode. Check out our other interviews with SMH medical experts at smh.com/podcast. false full 9 aa000a43-a09c-4567-b5b4-5376344014cd Treating COPD, Asthma & Other Chronic Lung Disease Critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, director of clinical research at Sarasota Memorial, shares some good news for those managing COPD, emphysema and other chronic lung conditions in this episode of HealthCasts. Dr. Voelker dives into the latest research and treatment innovations, including lung volume reduction and spiration valve system.

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]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 13:43:30 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, director of clinical research at Sarasota Memorial, shares some good news for those managing COPD, emphysema and other chronic lung conditions in this episode of HealthCasts. Dr. Voelker dives into the latest research and treatment innovations, including lung volume reduction and spiration valve system.

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]]> Treating COPD, Asthma & Other Chronic Lung Disease Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:24 Critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, director of clinical research at Sarasota Memorial, shares some good news for those managing COPD, emphysema and other chronic lung conditions in this episode of HealthCasts. Dr. Voelker dives into the latest research and treatment innovations, including lung volume reduction and spiration valve system. Critical care pulmonologist Kirk Voelker, MD, director of clinical research at Sarasota Memorial, shares some good news for those managing COPD, emphysema and other chronic lung conditions in this episode of HealthCasts. Dr. Voelker dives into the latest research and treatment innovations, including lung volume reduction and spiration valve system. false full 8 6218b871-8cb8-4277-bc21-ff3008293c25 Weight-loss Surgery 101 You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Wed, 8 Jan 2020 20:13:35 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Weight-loss Surgery 101 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:34 Ever considered weight-loss surgery? Find out who's a candidate, plus the pros and cons of common procedures — the gastric bypass, gastric sleeve and revisional surgery — in this HealthCasts episode with surgeon Arundathi Rao, MD, medical director of Sarasota Memorial's Bariatric Surgery program. Ever considered weight-loss surgery? Find out who's a candidate, plus the pros and cons of common procedures — the gastric bypass, gastric sleeve and revisional surgery — in this HealthCasts episode with surgeon Arundathi Rao, MD, medical director of Sarasota Memorial's Bariatric Surgery program. weight-loss surgery, surgery, bariatric surgery, bariatric, weight-loss false full 7 d6bdbb9e-610d-4678-83aa-29128486461b The Latest on Knee Replacement Surgery Learn more about advances in robotic knee replacements at smh.com/rosa.

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]]> Thu, 26 Dec 2019 13:12:44 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Learn more about advances in robotic knee replacements at smh.com/rosa.

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]]> The Latest on Knee Replacement Surgery Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:16:08 Get the scoop on knee replacement surgery — the latest robotic tech, pros and cons, and who’s a candidate — in this HealthCasts episode with Sarasota Memorial orthopedic surgeon Sean Dingle, MD. Dr. Dingle also talks joint surgery revisions and what recovery is like after a minimally invasive joint replacement. Get the scoop on knee replacement surgery — the latest robotic tech, pros and cons, and who’s a candidate — in this HealthCasts episode with Sarasota Memorial orthopedic surgeon Sean Dingle, MD. Dr. Dingle also talks joint surgery revisions and what recovery is like after a minimally invasive joint replacement. false full 6 85ebbb7a-f850-4bcf-ae3c-cf53a7efa007 Lung Cancer Treatment Advances – Part 2 You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2019 21:00:05 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Lung Cancer Treatment Advances – Part 2 Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:19 Thanks to new technology and innovative treatments, our lung cancer care team can effectively tackle even the most challenging cases. Oncology specialists Joseph Seaman, MD, and Paul Chomiak, MD, explain how these leading-edge solutions are shaping lung cancer care at Sarasota Memorial Cancer Institute in Part 2 of HealthCasts' Lung Cancer Awareness series. Thanks to new technology and innovative treatments, our lung cancer care team can effectively tackle even the most challenging cases. Oncology specialists Joseph Seaman, MD, and Paul Chomiak, MD, explain how these leading-edge solutions are shaping lung cancer care at Sarasota Memorial Cancer Institute in Part 2 of HealthCasts' Lung Cancer Awareness series. cancer, cancer treatment, lung cancer care, lung cancer, medical innovation, innovation, surgical technologies false full 5 674bc066-decc-4003-a5ec-430409cbd735 Catching Lung Cancer Early You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:36:08 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Catching Lung Cancer Early Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:25 Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in the US? Learn what the symptoms and risk factors are, and how Sarasota Memorial is working to ensure our community has more lung cancer success stories in this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts podcast with Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD, and Lung Cancer Screening Medical Director Joseph Seaman, MD. Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in the US? Learn what the symptoms and risk factors are, and how Sarasota Memorial is working to ensure our community has more lung cancer success stories in this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts podcast with Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD, and Lung Cancer Screening Medical Director Joseph Seaman, MD. community hospital, cancer, sarasota, not for profit, cancer care, lung cancer, robotic surgery, sarasota memorial hospital, minimally invasive surgery false full 4 df35f9d8-e574-45cd-88d4-3a1221a77e2b The Future of Cancer Care at Sarasota Memorial You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> Wed, 13 Nov 2019 20:30:10 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here.

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]]> The Future of Cancer Care at Sarasota Memorial Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:18:53 What does the future have in store for cancer care on the Suncoast? Oncologist Richard Brown, MD, medical director of the Sarasota Memorial Cancer Institute, discusses what local cancer patients can expect in this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts. What does the future have in store for cancer care on the Suncoast? Oncologist Richard Brown, MD, medical director of the Sarasota Memorial Cancer Institute, discusses what local cancer patients can expect in this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts. expert cancer care, cancer, cancer institute, cancer patient, cancer care, oncology, oncology experts false full 3 7598229d-db60-4e86-ad3c-382de5935028 Advances in Hip and Knee Replacement In this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of Sarasota Memorial’s orthopedic team Edward Stolarksi, MD, joins veteran medical journalist Heidi Godman for a Q&A on the latest innovations and options in hip and knee replacements.

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]]> Mon, 28 Oct 2019 20:44:14 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of Sarasota Memorial’s orthopedic team Edward Stolarksi, MD, joins veteran medical journalist Heidi Godman for a Q&A on the latest innovations and options in hip and knee replacements.

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]]> Advances in Hip and Knee Replacement Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:17:57 In this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of Sarasota Memorial’s orthopedic team Edward Stolarksi, MD, joins veteran medical journalist Heidi Godman for a Q&A on the latest innovations and options in hip and knee replacements. In this episode of Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of Sarasota Memorial’s orthopedic team Edward Stolarksi, MD, joins veteran medical journalist Heidi Godman for a Q&A on the latest innovations and options in hip and knee replacements. robotic, advanced surgical procedures, surgery, hip, knee, robotic surgery, minimally invasive, minimally invasive surgery false full 2 d1010b67-b16c-4b1e-996c-c4a25b2be017 The Role of a Community Hospital In this premiere episode of season two, we discuss the differences between public and private hospitals, and more importantly, what that means for patients. We also find out more about David Verinder, President & CEO of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.

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]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2019 16:01:47 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In this premiere episode of season two, we discuss the differences between public and private hospitals, and more importantly, what that means for patients. We also find out more about David Verinder, President & CEO of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.

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]]> The Role of a Community Hospital Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:26:08 In this premiere episode of season two, we discuss the differences between public and private hospitals, and more importantly, what that means for patients. In this premiere episode of season two, we discuss the differences between public and private hospitals, and more importantly, what that means for patients. public hospital, cancer care, private hospital, community, hospital false full 1 58ba6959-b3cd-47e3-bf74-8f4ccd7c9c06 Fourth of July Safety Tips Keep your holiday weekend focused on friends, family and fun—not a trip to the ER—with these easy safety tip tips from SMH Trauma Coordinator Leann Putney.

]]> Thu, 27 Jun 2019 13:27:42 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Keep your holiday weekend focused on friends, family and fun—not a trip to the ER—with these easy safety tip tips from SMH Trauma Coordinator Leann Putney.

]]> Fourth of July Safety Tips Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:04:02 Keep your holiday weekend focused on friends, family and fun—not a trip to the ER—with these easy safety tip tips from SMH Trauma Coordinator Leann Putney. Keep your holiday weekend focused on friends, family and fun—not a trip to the ER—with these easy safety tip tips from SMH Trauma Coordinator Leann Putney. false full 86 99fd4dc3-9ca1-3b87-368c-cef3780cb41f What is a stroke? A stroke - sometimes called a brain attack - kills someone every 4 minutes. When a stroke is left untreated, 2 million brain cells are lost per minute. Listen in to find out about the types of strokes and some of the signs/symptoms that someone is having a stroke.

]]> Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:15:16 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast A stroke - sometimes called a brain attack - kills someone every 4 minutes. When a stroke is left untreated, 2 million brain cells are lost per minute. Listen in to find out about the types of strokes and some of the signs/symptoms that someone is having a stroke.

]]> What is a stroke? Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:36 A stroke - sometimes called a brain attack - kills someone every 4 minutes. When a stroke is left untreated, 2 million brain cells are lost per minute. Listen in to find out about the types of strokes and some of the signs/symptoms that someone is having a stroke. A stroke - sometimes called a brain attack - kills someone every 4 minutes. When a stroke is left untreated, 2 million brain cells are lost per minute. Listen in to find out about the types of strokes and some of the signs/symptoms that someone is having a stroke. false full 85 e8dff1da-a8fa-fab3-6061-960607919196 Top Tips to Poison-proof Your Home Poison-proof your home with these Top Tips from an SMH emergency care pharmacist.

]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2019 15:00:21 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Poison-proof your home with these Top Tips from an SMH emergency care pharmacist.

]]> Top Tips to Poison-proof Your Home Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:01:41 Poison-proof your home with these Top Tips from an SMH emergency care pharmacist. Poison-proof your home with these Top Tips from an SMH emergency care pharmacist. false full 84 4a9be62b-9315-20dc-22be-7f54f7336f1a 10 Ten Tips for Hurricane Preparedness From evacuation prep, taking care of your property all the way through to preparing a personal emergency kit, SMH's Wanda Jackson, Outpatient Care Coordinator helps to get you ready for hurricane season.

]]> Thu, 6 Jun 2019 14:43:44 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From evacuation prep, taking care of your property all the way through to preparing a personal emergency kit, SMH's Wanda Jackson, Outpatient Care Coordinator helps to get you ready for hurricane season.

]]> 10 Ten Tips for Hurricane Preparedness Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:14 From evacuation prep, taking care of your property all the way through to preparing a personal emergency kit, SMH's Wanda Jackson, Outpatient Care Coordinator helps to get you ready for hurricane season. From evacuation prep, taking care of your property all the way through to preparing a personal emergency kit, SMH's Wanda Jackson, Outpatient Care Coordinator helps to get you ready for hurricane season. false full 83 b3b25019-cc6a-21ae-4082-144443c7730b Top Tips for Summer Safety Headed to one of our beautiful beaches, a cool pool or area park this weekend? Try these #TopTips to avoid common injuries and safety hazards.

]]> Thu, 30 May 2019 18:15:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Headed to one of our beautiful beaches, a cool pool or area park this weekend? Try these #TopTips to avoid common injuries and safety hazards.

]]> Top Tips for Summer Safety Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:06:27 Headed to one of our beautiful beaches, a cool pool or area park this weekend? Try these #TopTips to avoid common injuries and safety hazards. Headed to one of our beautiful beaches, a cool pool or area park this weekend? Try these #TopTips to avoid common injuries and safety hazards. false full 82 734d5c4f-6673-1547-2485-a35c15e0f2da Stroke Alert - Every Second Counts If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call 911 IMMEDIATELY and ask them to take you to the nearest Comprehensive Stroke Center. Offering services beyond the scope of primary stroke centers, only Comprehensive Stroke Centers can offer the wider range of specialists and more advanced treatment options needed when standard therapies are not enough. Learn more in this video produced by Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Comprehensive Stroke Center team or visit smh.com/stroke for more information.

]]> Thu, 23 May 2019 15:06:53 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call 911 IMMEDIATELY and ask them to take you to the nearest Comprehensive Stroke Center. Offering services beyond the scope of primary stroke centers, only Comprehensive Stroke Centers can offer the wider range of specialists and more advanced treatment options needed when standard therapies are not enough. Learn more in this video produced by Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Comprehensive Stroke Center team or visit smh.com/stroke for more information.

]]> Stroke Alert - Every Second Counts Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:03:06 If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call 911 IMMEDIATELY and ask them to take you to the nearest Comprehensive Stroke Center. Offering services beyond the scope of primary stroke centers, only Comprehensive Stroke Centers can offer the wider range of specialists and more advanced treatment options needed when standard therapies are not enough. Learn more in this video produced by Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Comprehensive Stroke Center team or visit smh.com/stroke for more information. If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call 911 IMMEDIATELY and ask them to take you to the nearest Comprehensive Stroke Center. Offering services beyond the scope of primary stroke centers, only Comprehensive Stroke Centers can offer the wider range of specialists and more advanced treatment options needed when standard therapies are not enough. Learn more in this video produced by Sarasota Memorial Hospital's Comprehensive Stroke Center team or visit smh.com/stroke for more information. false full 81 91a7fb8c-d604-658e-c6d5-ce1f17e0fac9 Vaping & E-cigarettes: Get the Facts E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular, but are they safer than regular cigarettes? Get the facts on vaping and e-cigarettes–and how they impact users' health—in this livestreamed #AskAnExpert Q&A with Sarasota Memorial Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD.

]]> Thu, 16 May 2019 14:58:17 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular, but are they safer than regular cigarettes? Get the facts on vaping and e-cigarettes–and how they impact users' health—in this livestreamed #AskAnExpert Q&A with Sarasota Memorial Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD.

]]> Vaping & E-cigarettes: Get the Facts Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:22:19 E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular, but are they safer than regular cigarettes? Get the facts on vaping and e-cigarettes–and how they impact users' health—in this livestreamed #AskAnExpert Q&A with Sarasota Memorial Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD. E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular, but are they safer than regular cigarettes? Get the facts on vaping and e-cigarettes–and how they impact users' health—in this livestreamed #AskAnExpert Q&A with Sarasota Memorial Director of Thoracic Surgical Oncology Paul Chomiak, MD. false full 80 cafa9959-1f87-640c-9070-6667a438aa89 The physical and emotional effects of having a hysterectomy Great advancements in surgical techniques makes the removal of the uterus less invasive than even just a few years ago. And while the surgery can be seen as more procedural, the psychological effects must also be considered. Listen as Dr. Gard explains.

]]> Thu, 9 May 2019 14:47:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Great advancements in surgical techniques makes the removal of the uterus less invasive than even just a few years ago. And while the surgery can be seen as more procedural, the psychological effects must also be considered. Listen as Dr. Gard explains.

]]> The physical and emotional effects of having a hysterectomy Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:49 Great advancements in surgical techniques makes the removal of the uterus less invasive than even just a few years ago. And while the surgery can be seen as more procedural, the psychological effects must also be considered. Listen as Dr. Gard explains. Great advancements in surgical techniques makes the removal of the uterus less invasive than even just a few years ago. And while the surgery can be seen as more procedural, the psychological effects must also be considered. Listen as Dr. Gard explains. false full 79 6a0208e0-b5a2-1797-ea9c-130c28d8679a The Big Day - Baby's Arrival! From birth to skin-to-skin and all the way through cord clamping, Dr. Gard guides us through some of the major milestones of the birth process.

]]> Thu, 2 May 2019 12:43:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From birth to skin-to-skin and all the way through cord clamping, Dr. Gard guides us through some of the major milestones of the birth process.

]]> The Big Day - Baby's Arrival! Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:37 From birth to skin-to-skin and all the way through cord clamping, Dr. Gard guides us through some of the major milestones of the birth process. From birth to skin-to-skin and all the way through cord clamping, Dr. Gard guides us through some of the major milestones of the birth process. false full 78 6e4a03d4-4a68-50f4-f61d-0a54e95d9199 An in-depth discussion about Cesarean section (C-section) and vaginal births A vaginal birth versus a C-section birth is a key discussion between the mother-to-be and the doctor. Listen in for the pros and cons about the difference between a vaginal birth and the major abdominal surgery involved with c-sections.

]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast A vaginal birth versus a C-section birth is a key discussion between the mother-to-be and the doctor. Listen in for the pros and cons about the difference between a vaginal birth and the major abdominal surgery involved with c-sections.

]]> An in-depth discussion about Cesarean section (C-section) and vaginal births Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:46 A vaginal birth versus a C-section birth is a key discussion between the mother-to-be and the doctor. Listen in for the pros and cons about the difference between a vaginal birth and the major abdominal surgery involved with c-sections. A vaginal birth versus a C-section birth is a key discussion between the mother-to-be and the doctor. Listen in for the pros and cons about the difference between a vaginal birth and the major abdominal surgery involved with c-sections. false full 77 31be3418-4db8-66cf-0423-972797d712af Dr. Kathryn Gard - A Native Sarasotan Comes Home To Open Her Practice A true SMH'er - she was born at Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Dr. Gard is a graduate of Florida State and has returned to Sarasota to open her OB/GYN practice. She has a true passion to build relationships her patients, partners and families.

]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2019 18:17:30 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast A true SMH'er - she was born at Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Dr. Gard is a graduate of Florida State and has returned to Sarasota to open her OB/GYN practice. She has a true passion to build relationships her patients, partners and families.

]]> Dr. Kathryn Gard - A Native Sarasotan Comes Home To Open Her Practice Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:03 A true SMH'er - she was born at Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Dr. Gard is a graduate of Florida State and has returned to Sarasota to open her OB/GYN practice. She has a true passion to build relationships her patients, partners and families. A true SMH'er - she was born at Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Dr. Gard is a graduate of Florida State and has returned to Sarasota to open her OB/GYN practice. She has a true passion to build relationships her patients, partners and families. false full 76 16f37d8a-02d8-def0-6f16-625b24eb2274 DIY Ways for Kids to Boost Focus & Confidence Help your kids with tips & exercises to boost their focus & confidence!

]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Help your kids with tips & exercises to boost their focus & confidence!

]]> DIY Ways for Kids to Boost Focus & Confidence Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:31:30 Help your kids with tips & exercises to boost their focus & confidence! Help your kids with tips & exercises to boost their focus & confidence! false full 75 3b6dabc3-e2c6-fe77-2ef8-334670a0cf38 Lung Cancer Prevention An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Besides the heart, eyes - even your skin - smoking negatively affects many parts of the body. Smoking is also the number one cause of lung cancer, but there are many local resources that can help someone quit smoking. Listen for many of the options.

]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2019 20:02:48 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Besides the heart, eyes - even your skin - smoking negatively affects many parts of the body. Smoking is also the number one cause of lung cancer, but there are many local resources that can help someone quit smoking. Listen for many of the options.

]]> Lung Cancer Prevention Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:58 An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Besides the heart, eyes - even your skin - smoking negatively affects many parts of the body. Smoking is also the number one cause of lung cancer, but there are many local resources that can help someone quit smoking. Listen for many of the options. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Besides the heart, eyes - even your skin - smoking negatively affects many parts of the body. Smoking is also the number one cause of lung cancer, but there are many local resources that can help someone quit smoking. Listen for many of the options. false full 74 0ba93498-3a7e-1bc1-0ca6-0f5b1c8b964f Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer Depending on what type of cancer exists, there are different treatment options. But one of the biggest factors that determine diagnosis and treatment is what stage the cancer is in. Once the stage is determined, the prognosis - or the expected development - will likely be.

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2019 19:01:49 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Depending on what type of cancer exists, there are different treatment options. But one of the biggest factors that determine diagnosis and treatment is what stage the cancer is in. Once the stage is determined, the prognosis - or the expected development - will likely be.

]]> Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:21 Depending on what type of cancer exists, there are different treatment options. But one of the biggest factors that determine diagnosis and treatment is what stage the cancer is in. Once the stage is determined, the prognosis - or the expected development - will likely be. Depending on what type of cancer exists, there are different treatment options. But one of the biggest factors that determine diagnosis and treatment is what stage the cancer is in. Once the stage is determined, the prognosis - or the expected development - will likely be. false full 73 7c042c88-5120-98e9-d89e-babbc14e64b8 Lung Cancer Risk Factors and Symptoms We are familiar with smoking being a large risk factor - even second-hand smoke. But other, more obscure risk factors like family history, radon gas or cleaning chemicals can also be risk factors. Listen for more information on the risk factors, and on what symptoms to look out for.

]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2019 17:42:12 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast We are familiar with smoking being a large risk factor - even second-hand smoke. But other, more obscure risk factors like family history, radon gas or cleaning chemicals can also be risk factors. Listen for more information on the risk factors, and on what symptoms to look out for.

]]> Lung Cancer Risk Factors and Symptoms Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:39 We are familiar with smoking being a large risk factor - even second-hand smoke. But other, more obscure risk factors like family history, radon gas or cleaning chemicals can also be risk factors. Listen for more information on the risk factors, and on what symptoms to look out for. We are familiar with smoking being a large risk factor - even second-hand smoke. But other, more obscure risk factors like family history, radon gas or cleaning chemicals can also be risk factors. Listen for more information on the risk factors, and on what symptoms to look out for. false full 72 3adc3cf7-d91b-fc9c-2354-594b28aad3f7 What is Lung Cancer? Unfortunately, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer. The traditional categories of lung cancer were small and non-small cell cancers. But advancements in science and research have redefined treatment - and potentially - cure it.

]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2019 14:38:56 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Unfortunately, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer. The traditional categories of lung cancer were small and non-small cell cancers. But advancements in science and research have redefined treatment - and potentially - cure it.

]]> What is Lung Cancer? Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:43 Unfortunately, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer. The traditional categories of lung cancer were small and non-small cell cancers. But advancements in science and research have redefined treatment - and potentially - cure it. Unfortunately, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer. The traditional categories of lung cancer were small and non-small cell cancers. But advancements in science and research have redefined treatment - and potentially - cure it. false full 71 1cdb7c8b-7f99-6bc8-9cbe-6e0949649c56 Having Total Joint Replacement surgery? SMH Orthopedics Program Coordinator Lisa Kennedy answers some of the most common questions for before, during and after surgery.

]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2019 18:55:54 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast SMH Orthopedics Program Coordinator Lisa Kennedy answers some of the most common questions for before, during and after surgery.

]]> Having Total Joint Replacement surgery? Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:04:58 SMH Orthopedics Program Coordinator Lisa Kennedy answers some of the most common questions for before, during and after surgery. SMH Orthopedics Program Coordinator Lisa Kennedy answers some of the most common questions for before, during and after surgery. false full 70 9c6a22a1-5dd5-c265-3191-71124558a67b Two special groups of volunteers at SMH - Teens... and Pets! The teen volunteer program has been a great success - and it allows teens with an early interest in the healthcare field. They bring excitement and thirst for knowledge to the whole hospital. Also, one of the most popular groups of volunteers is Pet Therapy! They visit many units and bring joy and unconditional love to so many patients & visitors!

]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2019 18:41:26 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The teen volunteer program has been a great success - and it allows teens with an early interest in the healthcare field. They bring excitement and thirst for knowledge to the whole hospital. Also, one of the most popular groups of volunteers is Pet Therapy! They visit many units and bring joy and unconditional love to so many patients & visitors!

]]> Two special groups of volunteers at SMH - Teens... and Pets! Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:05 The teen volunteer program has been a great success - and it allows teens with an early interest in the healthcare field. They bring excitement and thirst for knowledge to the whole hospital. Also, one of the most popular groups of volunteers is Pet Therapy! They visit many units and bring joy and unconditional love to so many patients & visitors! The teen volunteer program has been a great success - and it allows teens with an early interest in the healthcare field. They bring excitement and thirst for knowledge to the whole hospital. Also, one of the most popular groups of volunteers is Pet Therapy! They visit many units and bring joy and unconditional love to so many patients & visitors! false full 69 2d83891f-d855-b11c-2cb1-0d1c357cf399 Want to become a volunteer? From the first face-to-face meeting to the final orientation, becoming a volunteer at SMH requires a commitment of time, dedication... and empathy! The new volunteer will shadow a veteran to become more comfortable with directions in the hospital - and everything else will come with experience.

]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2019 15:02:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From the first face-to-face meeting to the final orientation, becoming a volunteer at SMH requires a commitment of time, dedication... and empathy! The new volunteer will shadow a veteran to become more comfortable with directions in the hospital - and everything else will come with experience.

]]> Want to become a volunteer? Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:24 From the first face-to-face meeting to the final orientation, becoming a volunteer at SMH requires a commitment of time, dedication... and empathy! The new volunteer will shadow a veteran to become more comfortable with directions in the hospital - and everything else will come with experience. From the first face-to-face meeting to the final orientation, becoming a volunteer at SMH requires a commitment of time, dedication... and empathy! The new volunteer will shadow a veteran to become more comfortable with directions in the hospital - and everything else will come with experience. false full 68 f1101b71-5191-18c8-c7e7-c66c59e66107 Volunteers embody SMH's mission Volunteers make a big difference in our visitor's & patient's lives. Their dedication, caring and talents are on display every day. Listen and meet one of our awesome volunteers!

]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2019 18:39:28 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Volunteers make a big difference in our visitor's & patient's lives. Their dedication, caring and talents are on display every day. Listen and meet one of our awesome volunteers!

]]> Volunteers embody SMH's mission Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:33 Volunteers make a big difference in our visitor's & patient's lives. Their dedication, caring and talents are on display every day. Listen and meet one of our awesome volunteers! Volunteers make a big difference in our visitor's & patient's lives. Their dedication, caring and talents are on display every day. Listen and meet one of our awesome volunteers! false full 67 d927aad5-320b-d165-5235-1b871f97d747 Volunteers at SMH - The backbone of the organization Delivering gifts, helping people feel more comfortable, handing out free coffee, helping people get to a destination... just a few of the tasks the volunteers perform. They are often the first friendly face people see when they arrive on campus. Listen how you can volunteer too!

]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2019 16:00:29 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Delivering gifts, helping people feel more comfortable, handing out free coffee, helping people get to a destination... just a few of the tasks the volunteers perform. They are often the first friendly face people see when they arrive on campus. Listen how you can volunteer too!

]]> Volunteers at SMH - The backbone of the organization Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:54 Delivering gifts, helping people feel more comfortable, handing out free coffee, helping people get to a destination... just a few of the tasks the volunteers perform. They are often the first friendly face people see when they arrive on campus. Listen how you can volunteer too! Delivering gifts, helping people feel more comfortable, handing out free coffee, helping people get to a destination... just a few of the tasks the volunteers perform. They are often the first friendly face people see when they arrive on campus. Listen how you can volunteer too! false full 66 97f33f50-1581-60fb-f683-542d1624edde What is minimally invasive surgery? Dr. Hoffberger answers the questions. In our on-going "Ask an Expert" series, we spoke with Sarasota Memorial's Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, and Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger about minimally invasive surgery.

]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:29:29 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In our on-going "Ask an Expert" series, we spoke with Sarasota Memorial's Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, and Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger about minimally invasive surgery.

]]> What is minimally invasive surgery? Dr. Hoffberger answers the questions. Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:04:46 In our on-going "Ask an Expert" series, we spoke with Sarasota Memorial's Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, and Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger about minimally invasive surgery. In our on-going "Ask an Expert" series, we spoke with Sarasota Memorial's Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, and Cardiovascular Surgeon Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger about minimally invasive surgery. false full 65 cde0a351-22ba-4a83-10e1-c6043905cf5c Peer mentoring group - a personal guide to help new wheelchair users When someone is going through inpatient rehab - or anyone who needs support - the Mobility Support Group can visit with a wheelchair user to help them get accustomed to a new life situation. They can also help educate caregivers and family members and providing them with essential resources. Listen to find out how to contact John Berkey.

]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2019 12:49:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When someone is going through inpatient rehab - or anyone who needs support - the Mobility Support Group can visit with a wheelchair user to help them get accustomed to a new life situation. They can also help educate caregivers and family members and providing them with essential resources. Listen to find out how to contact John Berkey.

]]> Peer mentoring group - a personal guide to help new wheelchair users Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:07:43 When someone is going through inpatient rehab - or anyone who needs support - the Mobility Support Group can visit with a wheelchair user to help them get accustomed to a new life situation. They can also help educate caregivers and family members and providing them with essential resources. Listen to find out how to contact John Berkey. When someone is going through inpatient rehab - or anyone who needs support - the Mobility Support Group can visit with a wheelchair user to help them get accustomed to a new life situation. They can also help educate caregivers and family members and providing them with essential resources. Listen to find out how to contact John Berkey. false full 64 af89dd53-6642-3d3d-5afa-14bdd8515acb Love the great outdoors and you are in a wheelchair? There's plenty of options! Whether it's getting out on the links, the baseball diamond or even the tennis courts... there are there are multiple options for participating while being in a wheelchair. Listen in and find out how adaptive sports are popping up everywhere!

]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2019 18:23:31 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Whether it's getting out on the links, the baseball diamond or even the tennis courts... there are there are multiple options for participating while being in a wheelchair. Listen in and find out how adaptive sports are popping up everywhere!

]]> Love the great outdoors and you are in a wheelchair? There's plenty of options! Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:04 Whether it's getting out on the links, the baseball diamond or even the tennis courts... there are there are multiple options for participating while being in a wheelchair. Listen in and find out how adaptive sports are popping up everywhere! Whether it's getting out on the links, the baseball diamond or even the tennis courts... there are there are multiple options for participating while being in a wheelchair. Listen in and find out how adaptive sports are popping up everywhere! false full 63 854beb59-8caf-f4b1-27bc-bbb22ced9642 Keep that golf swing in top shape - from a wheelchair We live in a golfer's dreamland. Just because a person is in a wheelchair, that doesn't mean that playing golf is not possible. Listen to find out about how technology and community support has made golf accessible.

]]> Thu, 10 Jan 2019 19:21:31 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast We live in a golfer's dreamland. Just because a person is in a wheelchair, that doesn't mean that playing golf is not possible. Listen to find out about how technology and community support has made golf accessible.

]]> Keep that golf swing in top shape - from a wheelchair Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:27 We live in a golfer's dreamland. Just because a person is in a wheelchair, that doesn't mean that playing golf is not possible. Listen to find out about how technology and community support has made golf accessible. We live in a golfer's dreamland. Just because a person is in a wheelchair, that doesn't mean that playing golf is not possible. Listen to find out about how technology and community support has made golf accessible. false full 62 281304ab-8acc-ea6b-f263-1b287c715588 Wheelchairs users face challenges and its this group's mission to help John Berkey is a co-founder of a local support group that helps those people using wheelchairs lead a fuller more robust life. Whether it's a physical, emotional or financial hurdle, John and the group can help find solutions.

]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2019 22:27:42 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast John Berkey is a co-founder of a local support group that helps those people using wheelchairs lead a fuller more robust life. Whether it's a physical, emotional or financial hurdle, John and the group can help find solutions.

]]> Wheelchairs users face challenges and its this group's mission to help Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:55 John Berkey is a co-founder of a local support group that helps those people using wheelchairs lead a fuller more robust life. Whether it's a physical, emotional or financial hurdle, John and the group can help find solutions. John Berkey is a co-founder of a local support group that helps those people using wheelchairs lead a fuller more robust life. Whether it's a physical, emotional or financial hurdle, John and the group can help find solutions. false full 61 f7ab2a98-5d9c-6838-d3fb-9c2d15a76519 Button batteries - The hidden danger in some electronic gifts It's gift-giving season, and some of those electronics use button batteries - the little coin-sized batteries. Button battery ingestion is on the rise and can lead to serious complications and even death. Listen to learn what to do if a child swallows one.

]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2018 21:00:49 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast It's gift-giving season, and some of those electronics use button batteries - the little coin-sized batteries. Button battery ingestion is on the rise and can lead to serious complications and even death. Listen to learn what to do if a child swallows one.

]]> Button batteries - The hidden danger in some electronic gifts Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:03:46 It's gift-giving season, and some of those electronics use button batteries - the little coin-sized batteries. Button battery ingestion is on the rise and can lead to serious complications and even death. Listen to learn what to do if a child swallows one. It's gift-giving season, and some of those electronics use button batteries - the little coin-sized batteries. Button battery ingestion is on the rise and can lead to serious complications and even death. Listen to learn what to do if a child swallows one. false full 60 773fec61-5ec5-410e-4e52-9237c0298673 Getting over the speed bumps in life Difficult times makes the good times more enjoyable. Whether it's depression, stress, anxiety or a combination of each - you can find help. There are healthy amounts of each in everyone's life, but if it becomes too much, do not deny it's impact.

]]> Thu, 6 Dec 2018 15:36:02 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Difficult times makes the good times more enjoyable. Whether it's depression, stress, anxiety or a combination of each - you can find help. There are healthy amounts of each in everyone's life, but if it becomes too much, do not deny it's impact.

]]> Getting over the speed bumps in life Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:28 Difficult times makes the good times more enjoyable. Whether it's depression, stress, anxiety or a combination of each - you can find help. There are healthy amounts of each in everyone's life, but if it becomes too much, do not deny it's impact. Difficult times makes the good times more enjoyable. Whether it's depression, stress, anxiety or a combination of each - you can find help. There are healthy amounts of each in everyone's life, but if it becomes too much, do not deny it's impact. false full 59 be55e1dd-c9c8-2112-102c-14a6f837a6c7 The blues versus depression In most cases, the "blues" are triggered by situations like stress, conflict or unmet expectations which can make someone feel down. However, depression is present when the the situations are absent and someone feels down. Learn more about the differences and solutions to both.

]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2018 17:53:49 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In most cases, the "blues" are triggered by situations like stress, conflict or unmet expectations which can make someone feel down. However, depression is present when the the situations are absent and someone feels down. Learn more about the differences and solutions to both.

]]> The blues versus depression Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:26 In most cases, the "blues" are triggered by situations like stress, conflict or unmet expectations which can make someone feel down. However, depression is present when the the situations are absent and someone feels down. Learn more about the differences and solutions to both. In most cases, the "blues" are triggered by situations like stress, conflict or unmet expectations which can make someone feel down. However, depression is present when the the situations are absent and someone feels down. Learn more about the differences and solutions to both. false full 58 d69f19c7-c2f2-ad30-44da-0775f7e9722f Rethinking holiday stress There are many ways to help reduce stress during the holidays - including delegation, changing expectations and making time for yourself. Listen in to find out where these stresses come from and a few more tips.

]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:00:00 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are many ways to help reduce stress during the holidays - including delegation, changing expectations and making time for yourself. Listen in to find out where these stresses come from and a few more tips.

]]> Rethinking holiday stress Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:11 There are many ways to help reduce stress during the holidays - including delegation, changing expectations and making time for yourself. Listen in to find out where these stresses come from and a few more tips. There are many ways to help reduce stress during the holidays - including delegation, changing expectations and making time for yourself. Listen in to find out where these stresses come from and a few more tips. false full 57 a6d3cc6a-7a3a-3934-64cf-451d47ad2db6 Beating The Holiday Blues Visiting & celebrating is on the menu for many people at this time of year - but what if you aren't in the spirit of he holidays? Maybe you are feeling blue - or depressed? Listen in.

]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:14:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Visiting & celebrating is on the menu for many people at this time of year - but what if you aren't in the spirit of he holidays? Maybe you are feeling blue - or depressed? Listen in.

]]> Beating The Holiday Blues Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:54 Visiting & celebrating is on the menu for many people at this time of year - but what if you aren't in the spirit of he holidays? Maybe you are feeling blue - or depressed? Listen in. Visiting & celebrating is on the menu for many people at this time of year - but what if you aren't in the spirit of he holidays? Maybe you are feeling blue - or depressed? Listen in. false full 56 2e1452bc-ebcd-f1e7-daab-9851ce227a8c Ask an Expert - Stroke Recovery Learn what to look for in inpatient stroke rehab, what can be expected & what the latest advancements in stroke rehab are in this recorded "Ask An Expert" Q&A.

]]> Thu, 8 Nov 2018 15:58:19 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Learn what to look for in inpatient stroke rehab, what can be expected & what the latest advancements in stroke rehab are in this recorded "Ask An Expert" Q&A.

]]> Ask an Expert - Stroke Recovery Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:55 Learn what to look for in inpatient stroke rehab, what can be expected & what the latest advancements in stroke rehab are in this recorded "Ask An Expert" Q&A. Learn what to look for in inpatient stroke rehab, what can be expected & what the latest advancements in stroke rehab are in this recorded "Ask An Expert" Q&A. false full 55 2977bea8-7007-f2ab-fc0a-9624cfffd7a3 Red Tide and its affects on health Red Tide is a big topic right now, especially in Southwest Florida. But what exactly are red tide's health effects? Should we skip the beach during red-tide blooms? SMH Pulmonary Disease specialist Dr. Kirk Voelker explains.

]]> Thu, 1 Nov 2018 20:15:01 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Red Tide is a big topic right now, especially in Southwest Florida. But what exactly are red tide's health effects? Should we skip the beach during red-tide blooms? SMH Pulmonary Disease specialist Dr. Kirk Voelker explains.

]]> Red Tide and its affects on health Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:02:23 Red Tide is a big topic right now, especially in Southwest Florida. But what exactly are red tide's health effects? Should we skip the beach during red-tide blooms? SMH Pulmonary Disease specialist Dr. Kirk Voelker explains. Red Tide is a big topic right now, especially in Southwest Florida. But what exactly are red tide's health effects? Should we skip the beach during red-tide blooms? SMH Pulmonary Disease specialist Dr. Kirk Voelker explains. false full 54 392689a5-6f13-bd3d-293c-b4b35b179744 Pill & procedure free ways to reduce back pain In a nutshell, a healthy lifestyle. But in reality, they all add into the formula. Eating well, which provides nutrients for bone health; regular exercise to reduce the weight stress on the joints; and not smoking (yes - that affects your bones!). Listen & learn more.

]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:11:58 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast In a nutshell, a healthy lifestyle. But in reality, they all add into the formula. Eating well, which provides nutrients for bone health; regular exercise to reduce the weight stress on the joints; and not smoking (yes - that affects your bones!). Listen & learn more.

]]> Pill & procedure free ways to reduce back pain Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:07:10 In a nutshell, a healthy lifestyle. But in reality, they all add into the formula. Eating well, which provides nutrients for bone health; regular exercise to reduce the weight stress on the joints; and not smoking (yes - that affects your bones!). Listen & learn more. In a nutshell, a healthy lifestyle. But in reality, they all add into the formula. Eating well, which provides nutrients for bone health; regular exercise to reduce the weight stress on the joints; and not smoking (yes - that affects your bones!). Listen & learn more. false full 53 85a6471c-70a7-d048-1b38-1d2d902d5f4d Are you the ideal pain relief candidate? Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, a new procedure performed by Sarasota Memorial's Dr. Eugene Pereira, may help you. Once a detailed discussion & review of your specific situation is done, you may be a candidate. One of the benefits? It's covered by Medicare. Listen for more benefits.

]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:36:34 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, a new procedure performed by Sarasota Memorial's Dr. Eugene Pereira, may help you. Once a detailed discussion & review of your specific situation is done, you may be a candidate. One of the benefits? It's covered by Medicare. Listen for more benefits.

]]> Are you the ideal pain relief candidate? Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:12 Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, a new procedure performed by Sarasota Memorial's Dr. Eugene Pereira, may help you. Once a detailed discussion & review of your specific situation is done, you may be a candidate. One of the benefits? It's covered by Medicare. Listen for more benefits. Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, a new procedure performed by Sarasota Memorial's Dr. Eugene Pereira, may help you. Once a detailed discussion & review of your specific situation is done, you may be a candidate. One of the benefits? It's covered by Medicare. Listen for more benefits. false full 52 1958f9ae-f1d2-51bf-02d1-66e512cb17c3 Leg pain? A new procedure can help provide immediate help. The procedure, called Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, can help alleviate insufficient blood flow that starts in the lower back. The minimally-invasive (small incision) procedure is done in one appointment... and can provide immediate relief. Listen & learn more!

]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2018 12:52:41 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The procedure, called Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, can help alleviate insufficient blood flow that starts in the lower back. The minimally-invasive (small incision) procedure is done in one appointment... and can provide immediate relief. Listen & learn more!

]]> Leg pain? A new procedure can help provide immediate help. Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:25 The procedure, called Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, can help alleviate insufficient blood flow that starts in the lower back. The minimally-invasive (small incision) procedure is done in one appointment... and can provide immediate relief. Listen & learn more! The procedure, called Indirect Posterior Spinal Decompression, can help alleviate insufficient blood flow that starts in the lower back. The minimally-invasive (small incision) procedure is done in one appointment... and can provide immediate relief. Listen & learn more! false full 51 857a5459-0e64-5816-4724-6a1399d36d28 A new procedure can help reduce back pain Back pain is the number 1 reason why people go to a pain specialist. Ailments like spinal slippage or curvature are treated with certain procedures. In the case of spinal compression, a new treatment called indirect posterior spinal decompression. Listen & learn more!

]]> Thu, 4 Oct 2018 20:41:14 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Back pain is the number 1 reason why people go to a pain specialist. Ailments like spinal slippage or curvature are treated with certain procedures. In the case of spinal compression, a new treatment called indirect posterior spinal decompression. Listen & learn more!

]]> A new procedure can help reduce back pain Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:36 Back pain is the number 1 reason why people go to a pain specialist. Ailments like spinal slippage or curvature are treated with certain procedures. In the case of spinal compression, a new treatment called indirect posterior spinal decompression. Listen & learn more! Back pain is the number 1 reason why people go to a pain specialist. Ailments like spinal slippage or curvature are treated with certain procedures. In the case of spinal compression, a new treatment called indirect posterior spinal decompression. Listen & learn more! false full 50 fdddebc0-15ad-252b-7157-32fb362d7912 Seniors - staying safe when driving When we get older, our vision deteriorate, joints get stiffer and reaction time is reduced. When it comes to driving, these can negatively affect one's ability to drive. SMH offers a driver assessment and re-education program that helps people remain independent, but keep others safe.

]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:24:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When we get older, our vision deteriorate, joints get stiffer and reaction time is reduced. When it comes to driving, these can negatively affect one's ability to drive. SMH offers a driver assessment and re-education program that helps people remain independent, but keep others safe.

]]> Seniors - staying safe when driving Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:06 When we get older, our vision deteriorate, joints get stiffer and reaction time is reduced. When it comes to driving, these can negatively affect one's ability to drive. SMH offers a driver assessment and re-education program that helps people remain independent, but keep others safe. When we get older, our vision deteriorate, joints get stiffer and reaction time is reduced. When it comes to driving, these can negatively affect one's ability to drive. SMH offers a driver assessment and re-education program that helps people remain independent, but keep others safe. false full 49 304e51b0-0426-01cf-f1e7-86ed5e9a59a7 Warning signs of Dementia and some tips to perhaps prevent it With the many types dementia - such as early dementia, Alzheimer's dementia & Parkinson's dementia - it can be hard to know if you or a loved one is affected. There are early warning signs like confusion, getting lost in familiar places or difficulty following instructions. Listen for more signs, and some tips to keep the brain healthy and perhaps keep dementia at bay.

]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2018 17:33:24 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast With the many types dementia - such as early dementia, Alzheimer's dementia & Parkinson's dementia - it can be hard to know if you or a loved one is affected. There are early warning signs like confusion, getting lost in familiar places or difficulty following instructions. Listen for more signs, and some tips to keep the brain healthy and perhaps keep dementia at bay.

]]> Warning signs of Dementia and some tips to perhaps prevent it Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:20 With the many types dementia - such as early dementia, Alzheimer's dementia & Parkinson's dementia - it can be hard to know if you or a loved one is affected. There are early warning signs like confusion, getting lost in familiar places or difficulty following instructions. Listen for more signs, and some tips to keep the brain healthy and perhaps keep dementia at bay. With the many types dementia - such as early dementia, Alzheimer's dementia & Parkinson's dementia - it can be hard to know if you or a loved one is affected. There are early warning signs like confusion, getting lost in familiar places or difficulty following instructions. Listen for more signs, and some tips to keep the brain healthy and perhaps keep dementia at bay. false full 48 2a45f1fa-9694-deaa-e06c-9906d50b58f1 Osteoarthritis and what you can do to manage the pain There are many therapies that can help with the treatment of osteoarthritis, but a pill isn't the be all and end all. Aside from steroid injections, physical therapy can be prescribed that can include stretching, water programs and even weight loss. Listen to find out how to help prevent osteoarthritis.

]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2018 18:32:25 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are many therapies that can help with the treatment of osteoarthritis, but a pill isn't the be all and end all. Aside from steroid injections, physical therapy can be prescribed that can include stretching, water programs and even weight loss. Listen to find out how to help prevent osteoarthritis.

]]> Osteoarthritis and what you can do to manage the pain Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:55 There are many therapies that can help with the treatment of osteoarthritis, but a pill isn't the be all and end all. Aside from steroid injections, physical therapy can be prescribed that can include stretching, water programs and even weight loss. Listen to find out how to help prevent osteoarthritis. There are many therapies that can help with the treatment of osteoarthritis, but a pill isn't the be all and end all. Aside from steroid injections, physical therapy can be prescribed that can include stretching, water programs and even weight loss. Listen to find out how to help prevent osteoarthritis. false full 47 2fd48d8e-1ca7-c6f6-0665-9dfbed19f065 What happens when you visit a Pain Management Doctor When visiting a Pain Management Doctor, a medical history and imaging will become part of the story that will help diagnose the best treatment for pain. In the case of Osteoarthritis, non-prescription solutions like losing weight, diet change and exercise can help relieve pain before any medication enters the equation.

]]> Thu, 6 Sep 2018 17:33:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When visiting a Pain Management Doctor, a medical history and imaging will become part of the story that will help diagnose the best treatment for pain. In the case of Osteoarthritis, non-prescription solutions like losing weight, diet change and exercise can help relieve pain before any medication enters the equation.

]]> What happens when you visit a Pain Management Doctor Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:07:47 When visiting a Pain Management Doctor, a medical history and imaging will become part of the story that will help diagnose the best treatment for pain. In the case of Osteoarthritis, non-prescription solutions like losing weight, diet change and exercise can help relieve pain before any medication enters the equation. When visiting a Pain Management Doctor, a medical history and imaging will become part of the story that will help diagnose the best treatment for pain. In the case of Osteoarthritis, non-prescription solutions like losing weight, diet change and exercise can help relieve pain before any medication enters the equation. false full 46 d252ab2a-0403-4fd5-98c3-d22b35f7f46d Common ways arthritis affects the joints Osteoarthritis is the gradual wearing away of the cartilage between the joints. From the back, to the hips & knees, to the foot; arthritis affects the joints in different ways. Learn more!

]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2018 13:32:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Osteoarthritis is the gradual wearing away of the cartilage between the joints. From the back, to the hips & knees, to the foot; arthritis affects the joints in different ways. Learn more!

]]> Common ways arthritis affects the joints Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:25 Osteoarthritis is the gradual wearing away of the cartilage between the joints. From the back, to the hips & knees, to the foot; arthritis affects the joints in different ways. Learn more! Osteoarthritis is the gradual wearing away of the cartilage between the joints. From the back, to the hips & knees, to the foot; arthritis affects the joints in different ways. Learn more! false full 45 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=828 The types of arthritis and the most common: osteoarthritis on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi There are several types of arthritis , which is inflammation of the joints. The most common, osteoarthritis, which afflicts 1 in 4 people in the US, is the breakdown of the cartilage of the joints. Learn more about the new  studies that offer information on the causes of arthritis.

]]> Thu, 16 Aug 2018 15:06:58 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast There are several types of arthritis , which is inflammation of the joints. The most common, osteoarthritis, which afflicts 1 in 4 people in the US, is the breakdown of the cartilage of the joints. Learn more about the new  studies that offer information on the causes of arthritis.

]]> The types of arthritis and the most common: osteoarthritis on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:05:15 There are several types of arthritis , which is inflammation of the joints. The most common, osteoarthritis, which afflicts 1 in 4 people in the US, is the breakdown of the cartilage of the joints. Learn more about the new  studies that offer information on the causes of arthritis. There are several types of arthritis , which is inflammation of the joints. The most common, osteoarthritis, which afflicts 1 in 4 people in the US, is the breakdown of the cartilage of the joints. Learn more about the new  studies that offer information on the causes of arthritis. false full 44 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=824 A detailed discussion on conditions requiring an anticoagulation clinic – WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman When a clot forms in the body, whether in the lower extremities or in the brain, medications available at an anticoagulation clinic are often prescribed. Learn more through a detailed discussion on types & symptoms, and how the care is individualized for each person.

]]> Thu, 9 Aug 2018 17:56:35 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When a clot forms in the body, whether in the lower extremities or in the brain, medications available at an anticoagulation clinic are often prescribed. Learn more through a detailed discussion on types & symptoms, and how the care is individualized for each person.

]]> A detailed discussion on conditions requiring an anticoagulation clinic – WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:32 When a clot forms in the body, whether in the lower extremities or in the brain, medications available at an anticoagulation clinic are often prescribed. Learn more through a detailed discussion on types & symptoms, and how the care is individualized for each person. When a clot forms in the body, whether in the lower extremities or in the brain, medications available at an anticoagulation clinic are often prescribed. Learn more through a detailed discussion on types & symptoms, and how the care is individualized for each person. false full 43 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=808 What are blood thinners and what do they do on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Blood thinners – or anticoagulants – are medications that help keep blood flowing properly for people who’ve had strokes or blood clotting issues . SMH has 7 conveniently located anticoagulation clinics to help patients manage these medications.

]]> Thu, 2 Aug 2018 15:21:15 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Blood thinners – or anticoagulants – are medications that help keep blood flowing properly for people who’ve had strokes or blood clotting issues . SMH has 7 conveniently located anticoagulation clinics to help patients manage these medications.

]]> What are blood thinners and what do they do on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:04 Blood thinners – or anticoagulants – are medications that help keep blood flowing properly for people who’ve had strokes or blood clotting issues . SMH has 7 conveniently located anticoagulation clinics to help patients manage these medications. Blood thinners – or anticoagulants – are medications that help keep blood flowing properly for people who’ve had strokes or blood clotting issues . SMH has 7 conveniently located anticoagulation clinics to help patients manage these medications. false full 42 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=818 Deep Vein Thrombosis, Genetic Clotting and other reasons you may need an anticoagulation clinic WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman People who are immobile for long periods of time, victims of a stroke or cancer patients are some of the more typical people who would use an anticoagulation clinic. Listen to find out some symptoms of these conditions, what medications options are available and what you can do to help.

]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2018 17:17:54 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast People who are immobile for long periods of time, victims of a stroke or cancer patients are some of the more typical people who would use an anticoagulation clinic. Listen to find out some symptoms of these conditions, what medications options are available and what you can do to help.

]]> Deep Vein Thrombosis, Genetic Clotting and other reasons you may need an anticoagulation clinic WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:10 People who are immobile for long periods of time, victims of a stroke or cancer patients are some of the more typical people who would use an anticoagulation clinic. Listen to find out some symptoms of these conditions, what medications options are available and what you can do to help. People who are immobile for long periods of time, victims of a stroke or cancer patients are some of the more typical people who would use an anticoagulation clinic. Listen to find out some symptoms of these conditions, what medications options are available and what you can do to help. false full 41 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=813 Why you need to go to a clinic to manage anticoagulants on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman When administering anticaogulants like Wafarin, it is critical that they are kept within the correct therapeutic range. Clinics like SMH’s are staffed by experts that can help patients monitor the doses.

]]> Thu, 19 Jul 2018 12:55:31 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When administering anticaogulants like Wafarin, it is critical that they are kept within the correct therapeutic range. Clinics like SMH’s are staffed by experts that can help patients monitor the doses.

]]> Why you need to go to a clinic to manage anticoagulants on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:31 When administering anticaogulants like Wafarin, it is critical that they are kept within the correct therapeutic range. Clinics like SMH’s are staffed by experts that can help patients monitor the doses. When administering anticaogulants like Wafarin, it is critical that they are kept within the correct therapeutic range. Clinics like SMH’s are staffed by experts that can help patients monitor the doses. false full 40 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=804 Getting comfortable with a new pediatrician – on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Whether you are in your third trimester or you have just moved into the area, meeting a pediatrician is always recommended. It also gives you an opportunity to get to know them,  and how they will become part of your family.

]]> Thu, 5 Jul 2018 13:49:17 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Whether you are in your third trimester or you have just moved into the area, meeting a pediatrician is always recommended. It also gives you an opportunity to get to know them,  and how they will become part of your family.

]]> Getting comfortable with a new pediatrician – on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:06:18 Whether you are in your third trimester or you have just moved into the area, meeting a pediatrician is always recommended. It also gives you an opportunity to get to know them,  and how they will become part of your family. Whether you are in your third trimester or you have just moved into the area, meeting a pediatrician is always recommended. It also gives you an opportunity to get to know them,  and how they will become part of your family. false full 39 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=800 The difference between a cold, flu and a sinus infection on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Congestion that comes with a cold can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. Is it a viral or bacterial infection? How you can tell the difference and how you can help.

]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2018 13:51:34 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Congestion that comes with a cold can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. Is it a viral or bacterial infection? How you can tell the difference and how you can help.

]]> The difference between a cold, flu and a sinus infection on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:10 Congestion that comes with a cold can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. Is it a viral or bacterial infection? How you can tell the difference and how you can help. Congestion that comes with a cold can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. Is it a viral or bacterial infection? How you can tell the difference and how you can help. false full 38 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=795 Dispelling the myths about the Flu vaccine with Dr. Tavarez on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman The flu vaccine is so important – especially for kids. Will you get the flu if you take the vaccine? Is the vaccine live flu? Is it the flu or a cold? Listen to Dr. Tavarez, Pediatrician, clear up some of the confusion.

]]> Thu, 21 Jun 2018 14:16:57 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The flu vaccine is so important – especially for kids. Will you get the flu if you take the vaccine? Is the vaccine live flu? Is it the flu or a cold? Listen to Dr. Tavarez, Pediatrician, clear up some of the confusion.

]]> Dispelling the myths about the Flu vaccine with Dr. Tavarez on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:28 The flu vaccine is so important – especially for kids. Will you get the flu if you take the vaccine? Is the vaccine live flu? Is it the flu or a cold? Listen to Dr. Tavarez, Pediatrician, clear up some of the confusion. The flu vaccine is so important – especially for kids. Will you get the flu if you take the vaccine? Is the vaccine live flu? Is it the flu or a cold? Listen to Dr. Tavarez, Pediatrician, clear up some of the confusion. false full 37 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=791 Dr. Jose Tavarez, Pediatrician joins First Physicians Group – on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Originally from the Dominican Republic, Dr. Tavarez will replace the longtime Sarasota – and retiring – Dr. Bob Shamsy. He offers all of the same, high-caliber and attentive care in pediatrics. He also speaks Spanish. Find out more about him!

]]> Fri, 15 Jun 2018 16:51:32 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Originally from the Dominican Republic, Dr. Tavarez will replace the longtime Sarasota – and retiring – Dr. Bob Shamsy. He offers all of the same, high-caliber and attentive care in pediatrics. He also speaks Spanish. Find out more about him!

]]> Dr. Jose Tavarez, Pediatrician joins First Physicians Group – on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:38 Originally from the Dominican Republic, Dr. Tavarez will replace the longtime Sarasota – and retiring – Dr. Bob Shamsy. He offers all of the same, high-caliber and attentive care in pediatrics. He also speaks Spanish. Find out more about him! Originally from the Dominican Republic, Dr. Tavarez will replace the longtime Sarasota – and retiring – Dr. Bob Shamsy. He offers all of the same, high-caliber and attentive care in pediatrics. He also speaks Spanish. Find out more about him! false full 36 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=786 Types of summer time hazards to be aware of on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman During the summer, there are hazards associated with being out having fun. Apart from the always needed sun screen, there are other tips to avoid more uncommon pains like a skate sting.

]]> Thu, 7 Jun 2018 13:38:47 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast During the summer, there are hazards associated with being out having fun. Apart from the always needed sun screen, there are other tips to avoid more uncommon pains like a skate sting.

]]> Types of summer time hazards to be aware of on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:43 During the summer, there are hazards associated with being out having fun. Apart from the always needed sun screen, there are other tips to avoid more uncommon pains like a skate sting. During the summer, there are hazards associated with being out having fun. Apart from the always needed sun screen, there are other tips to avoid more uncommon pains like a skate sting. false full 35 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=781 What is heat stroke and how to avoid it on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman During the summer, people tend to spend many more hours outside. Sweating will not only removes water from your body, it also removes electrolytes. Keeping hydrated will help you avoid heat exhaustion and the more severe heat stroke. What types of liquids should you drink? Listen in!

]]> Thu, 31 May 2018 13:34:28 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast During the summer, people tend to spend many more hours outside. Sweating will not only removes water from your body, it also removes electrolytes. Keeping hydrated will help you avoid heat exhaustion and the more severe heat stroke. What types of liquids should you drink? Listen in!

]]> What is heat stroke and how to avoid it on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:26 During the summer, people tend to spend many more hours outside. Sweating will not only removes water from your body, it also removes electrolytes. Keeping hydrated will help you avoid heat exhaustion and the more severe heat stroke. What types of liquids should you drink? Listen in! During the summer, people tend to spend many more hours outside. Sweating will not only removes water from your body, it also removes electrolytes. Keeping hydrated will help you avoid heat exhaustion and the more severe heat stroke. What types of liquids should you drink? Listen in! false full 34 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=777 Heat-related health issues on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman When the body dissipates heat (sweating), your body’s fluid levels drop. If you don’t properly hydrate, serious health risks can appear. Listen in on how it can transform from mild side effects all the way to serious ones like a stroke.

]]> Thu, 24 May 2018 17:56:45 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When the body dissipates heat (sweating), your body’s fluid levels drop. If you don’t properly hydrate, serious health risks can appear. Listen in on how it can transform from mild side effects all the way to serious ones like a stroke.

]]> Heat-related health issues on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:22 When the body dissipates heat (sweating), your body’s fluid levels drop. If you don’t properly hydrate, serious health risks can appear. Listen in on how it can transform from mild side effects all the way to serious ones like a stroke. When the body dissipates heat (sweating), your body’s fluid levels drop. If you don’t properly hydrate, serious health risks can appear. Listen in on how it can transform from mild side effects all the way to serious ones like a stroke. false full 33 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=772 Summer time mishaps and where you should go on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Summer is almost here, and when something happens – heat stroke, sprain or sever sun burn – you can visit one of SMH’s Urgent Care Centers. If you are showing signs of a stroke or heart attack or other serious medical event, one of the two emergency rooms is where you should go.

]]> Thu, 17 May 2018 13:00:55 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Summer is almost here, and when something happens – heat stroke, sprain or sever sun burn – you can visit one of SMH’s Urgent Care Centers. If you are showing signs of a stroke or heart attack or other serious medical event, one of the two emergency rooms is where you should go.

]]> Summer time mishaps and where you should go on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:55 Summer is almost here, and when something happens – heat stroke, sprain or sever sun burn – you can visit one of SMH’s Urgent Care Centers. If you are showing signs of a stroke or heart attack or other serious medical event, one of the two emergency rooms is where you should go. Summer is almost here, and when something happens – heat stroke, sprain or sever sun burn – you can visit one of SMH’s Urgent Care Centers. If you are showing signs of a stroke or heart attack or other serious medical event, one of the two emergency rooms is where you should go. false full 32 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=768 The nurse residency program in a nutshell on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman The 14 month program for newly licensed program was recently accredited. And when the newly hired nurse is assigned to one of the three designated residency unit, their journey begins. Listen in to find out what happens.

]]> Thu, 10 May 2018 17:36:34 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The 14 month program for newly licensed program was recently accredited. And when the newly hired nurse is assigned to one of the three designated residency unit, their journey begins. Listen in to find out what happens.

]]> The nurse residency program in a nutshell on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:26 The 14 month program for newly licensed program was recently accredited. And when the newly hired nurse is assigned to one of the three designated residency unit, their journey begins. Listen in to find out what happens. The 14 month program for newly licensed program was recently accredited. And when the newly hired nurse is assigned to one of the three designated residency unit, their journey begins. Listen in to find out what happens. false full 31 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=763 Wide array of clinical programs supporting SMH on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Apart from the Nurse Residency program that is active at SMH, there are many others including the geriatric-centered “Niche”, Vascular Access, Acute Pain and behavioral health just to name a few. Sarasota Memorial is blessed by having a breadth of clinical support teams.

]]> Thu, 3 May 2018 17:39:48 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Apart from the Nurse Residency program that is active at SMH, there are many others including the geriatric-centered “Niche”, Vascular Access, Acute Pain and behavioral health just to name a few. Sarasota Memorial is blessed by having a breadth of clinical support teams.

]]> Wide array of clinical programs supporting SMH on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:19 Apart from the Nurse Residency program that is active at SMH, there are many others including the geriatric-centered “Niche”, Vascular Access, Acute Pain and behavioral health just to name a few. Sarasota Memorial is blessed by having a breadth of clinical support teams. Apart from the Nurse Residency program that is active at SMH, there are many others including the geriatric-centered “Niche”, Vascular Access, Acute Pain and behavioral health just to name a few. Sarasota Memorial is blessed by having a breadth of clinical support teams. false full 30 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=759 How do you get into the nurse residency program? On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman The SMH nurse residency program earns national recognition from the ANCC (American Nurse Credentialing Center). Listen to hear about a story of one RN nearing the end of her nurse residency program.

]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2018 12:42:57 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The SMH nurse residency program earns national recognition from the ANCC (American Nurse Credentialing Center). Listen to hear about a story of one RN nearing the end of her nurse residency program.

]]> How do you get into the nurse residency program? On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:51 The SMH nurse residency program earns national recognition from the ANCC (American Nurse Credentialing Center). Listen to hear about a story of one RN nearing the end of her nurse residency program. The SMH nurse residency program earns national recognition from the ANCC (American Nurse Credentialing Center). Listen to hear about a story of one RN nearing the end of her nurse residency program. false full 29 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=754 What is a Nurse resident? WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman SMH’s Jackie Garabito, Manager, Clinical Programs, talks about what a Nurse resident is, what it takes to go through the support levels and what it does to a Nurse’s confidence. Accountability and dedication are essential ingredients to become a nurse resident.

]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2018 18:37:39 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast SMH’s Jackie Garabito, Manager, Clinical Programs, talks about what a Nurse resident is, what it takes to go through the support levels and what it does to a Nurse’s confidence. Accountability and dedication are essential ingredients to become a nurse resident.

]]> What is a Nurse resident? WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:15 SMH’s Jackie Garabito, Manager, Clinical Programs, talks about what a Nurse resident is, what it takes to go through the support levels and what it does to a Nurse’s confidence. Accountability and dedication are essential ingredients to become a nurse resident. SMH’s Jackie Garabito, Manager, Clinical Programs, talks about what a Nurse resident is, what it takes to go through the support levels and what it does to a Nurse’s confidence. Accountability and dedication are essential ingredients to become a nurse resident. false full 28 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=750 New procedure to treat chronic pain on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Dr. Eugene Pereira discuses a new, advanced procedure that can help treat chronic pain for the long term. A simplified analogy? It like placing a wedge between vertebra to keep the nerve openings stable.

]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:04:36 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Dr. Eugene Pereira discuses a new, advanced procedure that can help treat chronic pain for the long term. A simplified analogy? It like placing a wedge between vertebra to keep the nerve openings stable.

]]> New procedure to treat chronic pain on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:13 Dr. Eugene Pereira discuses a new, advanced procedure that can help treat chronic pain for the long term. A simplified analogy? It like placing a wedge between vertebra to keep the nerve openings stable. Dr. Eugene Pereira discuses a new, advanced procedure that can help treat chronic pain for the long term. A simplified analogy? It like placing a wedge between vertebra to keep the nerve openings stable. false full 27 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=745 Opioids and how to treat chronic pain on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Opioids, while effective, have side effects that have lead them to be prescribed more carefully. Better understanding  of how the body becomes used to them has helped to discover new techniques in treating chronic pain.

]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2018 12:54:54 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Opioids, while effective, have side effects that have lead them to be prescribed more carefully. Better understanding  of how the body becomes used to them has helped to discover new techniques in treating chronic pain.

]]> Opioids and how to treat chronic pain on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:14 Opioids, while effective, have side effects that have lead them to be prescribed more carefully. Better understanding  of how the body becomes used to them has helped to discover new techniques in treating chronic pain. Opioids, while effective, have side effects that have lead them to be prescribed more carefully. Better understanding  of how the body becomes used to them has helped to discover new techniques in treating chronic pain. false full 26 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=740 Types of pain and how it affects your body on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Ageing is a natural process and that will inevitably lead to pain. However, other types of pain can be due to other factors. Listen to find out how OTC pain relievers affect your health – and for other options.

]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2018 12:53:44 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Ageing is a natural process and that will inevitably lead to pain. However, other types of pain can be due to other factors. Listen to find out how OTC pain relievers affect your health – and for other options.

]]> Types of pain and how it affects your body on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:37 Ageing is a natural process and that will inevitably lead to pain. However, other types of pain can be due to other factors. Listen to find out how OTC pain relievers affect your health – and for other options. Ageing is a natural process and that will inevitably lead to pain. However, other types of pain can be due to other factors. Listen to find out how OTC pain relievers affect your health – and for other options. false full 25 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=734 The evolution of Pain Management on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Dr. Eugene Pereira – Director of SMH’s Pain Management Program, talks about how pain care transformed into pain management. New methods are more scientific in approach. Listen in to find out more.

]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2018 17:59:23 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Dr. Eugene Pereira – Director of SMH’s Pain Management Program, talks about how pain care transformed into pain management. New methods are more scientific in approach. Listen in to find out more.

]]> The evolution of Pain Management on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:20 Dr. Eugene Pereira – Director of SMH’s Pain Management Program, talks about how pain care transformed into pain management. New methods are more scientific in approach. Listen in to find out more. Dr. Eugene Pereira – Director of SMH’s Pain Management Program, talks about how pain care transformed into pain management. New methods are more scientific in approach. Listen in to find out more. false full 24 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=730 Engaging with young minds to learn about a nursing career – On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Nursing is about giving – care, hope and time – to patients and visitors. But what SMH’s outreach nursing team shows the young people in the community – especially high schools students – that they can give back.

]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2018 13:29:04 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Nursing is about giving – care, hope and time – to patients and visitors. But what SMH’s outreach nursing team shows the young people in the community – especially high schools students – that they can give back.

]]> Engaging with young minds to learn about a nursing career – On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:30 Nursing is about giving – care, hope and time – to patients and visitors. But what SMH’s outreach nursing team shows the young people in the community – especially high schools students – that they can give back. Nursing is about giving – care, hope and time – to patients and visitors. But what SMH’s outreach nursing team shows the young people in the community – especially high schools students – that they can give back. false full 23 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=725 Being a nurse at SMH on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Being a Magnet designated hospital, SMH has been recognized as one of the best in the country for quality of care. A preceptor (mentor) is assigned to new nurses for the first 14 months. And for experienced nurses, there are multiple options for continued growth.

]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2018 14:18:42 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Being a Magnet designated hospital, SMH has been recognized as one of the best in the country for quality of care. A preceptor (mentor) is assigned to new nurses for the first 14 months. And for experienced nurses, there are multiple options for continued growth.

]]> Being a nurse at SMH on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:57 Being a Magnet designated hospital, SMH has been recognized as one of the best in the country for quality of care. A preceptor (mentor) is assigned to new nurses for the first 14 months. And for experienced nurses, there are multiple options for continued growth. Being a Magnet designated hospital, SMH has been recognized as one of the best in the country for quality of care. A preceptor (mentor) is assigned to new nurses for the first 14 months. And for experienced nurses, there are multiple options for continued growth. false full 22 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=720 The Rewarding Work of Being a Nurse on Health Check with Heidi Godman People are living longer, and as the number of patients increases, nursing staff is stretched thinner. Even with those challenges, there are many rewarding perks being a nurse. Listen in!

]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2018 18:54:27 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast People are living longer, and as the number of patients increases, nursing staff is stretched thinner. Even with those challenges, there are many rewarding perks being a nurse. Listen in!

]]> The Rewarding Work of Being a Nurse on Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:22 People are living longer, and as the number of patients increases, nursing staff is stretched thinner. Even with those challenges, there are many rewarding perks being a nurse. Listen in! People are living longer, and as the number of patients increases, nursing staff is stretched thinner. Even with those challenges, there are many rewarding perks being a nurse. Listen in! false full 21 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=716 Nursing Shortage on Health Check with Heidi Godman A nursing shortage exists not only in Florida, but also at a national level.  Various reasons exist, including school capacity and nursing educators availability. Listen in on how SMH is being proactive.

]]> Thu, 22 Feb 2018 18:02:53 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast A nursing shortage exists not only in Florida, but also at a national level.  Various reasons exist, including school capacity and nursing educators availability. Listen in on how SMH is being proactive.

]]> Nursing Shortage on Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:13:40 A nursing shortage exists not only in Florida, but also at a national level.  Various reasons exist, including school capacity and nursing educators availability. Listen in on how SMH is being proactive. A nursing shortage exists not only in Florida, but also at a national level.  Various reasons exist, including school capacity and nursing educators availability. Listen in on how SMH is being proactive. false full 20 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=711 Internal Medicine Practice for the Newtown Community – on Health Check with Heidi Godman The underserved population of the Newtown area of northern Sarasota, due to the distance from Sarasota Memorial’s network of services, will now have access to local health care. Sarasota Memorial Internal Medicine – Newtown is a group physician practice that will offer comprehensive, coordinated care and accessible services to patients over the age of 18.

]]> Thu, 15 Feb 2018 18:17:40 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The underserved population of the Newtown area of northern Sarasota, due to the distance from Sarasota Memorial’s network of services, will now have access to local health care. Sarasota Memorial Internal Medicine – Newtown is a group physician practice that will offer comprehensive, coordinated care and accessible services to patients over the age of 18.

]]> Internal Medicine Practice for the Newtown Community – on Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:24 The underserved population of the Newtown area of northern Sarasota, due to the distance from Sarasota Memorial’s network of services, will now have access to local health care. Sarasota Memorial Internal Medicine – Newtown is a group physician practice that will offer comprehensive, coordinated care and accessible services to patients over the age of 18. The underserved population of the Newtown area of northern Sarasota, due to the distance from Sarasota Memorial’s network of services, will now have access to local health care. Sarasota Memorial Internal Medicine – Newtown is a group physician practice that will offer comprehensive, coordinated care and accessible services to patients over the age of 18. false full 19 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=706 Florida State University’s College of Internal Medicine Residents – on Health Check with Heidi Godman With their 4 years of training at Florida State University’s College of Medicine completed, 13 internal medicine residents have been matched to Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s new graduate medical education program. Listen in to find out exactly what being a “Resident” means.

]]> Thu, 8 Feb 2018 15:34:36 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast With their 4 years of training at Florida State University’s College of Medicine completed, 13 internal medicine residents have been matched to Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s new graduate medical education program. Listen in to find out exactly what being a “Resident” means.

]]> Florida State University’s College of Internal Medicine Residents – on Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:24 With their 4 years of training at Florida State University’s College of Medicine completed, 13 internal medicine residents have been matched to Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s new graduate medical education program. Listen in to find out exactly what being a “Resident” means. With their 4 years of training at Florida State University’s College of Medicine completed, 13 internal medicine residents have been matched to Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s new graduate medical education program. Listen in to find out exactly what being a “Resident” means. false full 18 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=700 SMH Wayfinder App is Powered by the Earth – WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Using a recording of the Earth’s geomagnetic field fingerprint throughout the entire hospital, the SMH Wayfinder app will show you where you are at any given moment. If you need to get somewhere, simply look-up the destination, select it and the app will provide the walking directions – turn by turn – in a GPS-like, blue dot experience.

]]> Thu, 25 Jan 2018 18:57:16 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Using a recording of the Earth’s geomagnetic field fingerprint throughout the entire hospital, the SMH Wayfinder app will show you where you are at any given moment. If you need to get somewhere, simply look-up the destination, select it and the app will provide the walking directions – turn by turn – in a GPS-like, blue dot experience.

]]> SMH Wayfinder App is Powered by the Earth – WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:16 Using a recording of the Earth’s geomagnetic field fingerprint throughout the entire hospital, the SMH Wayfinder app will show you where you are at any given moment. If you need to get somewhere, simply look-up the destination, select it and the app will provide the walking directions – turn by turn – in a GPS-like, blue dot experience. Using a recording of the Earth’s geomagnetic field fingerprint throughout the entire hospital, the SMH Wayfinder app will show you where you are at any given moment. If you need to get somewhere, simply look-up the destination, select it and the app will provide the walking directions – turn by turn – in a GPS-like, blue dot experience. false full 17 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=696 A smartphone app to help improve patient & visitor experience on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman The SMH Wayfinder app is a new option to help patients and visitors get to where they need to go. From a patient room to the cafeteria, this app gives turn-by-turn guidance inside the main campus building. It uses leading edge technology called geomagnetic positioning.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2018 16:22:13 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The SMH Wayfinder app is a new option to help patients and visitors get to where they need to go. From a patient room to the cafeteria, this app gives turn-by-turn guidance inside the main campus building. It uses leading edge technology called geomagnetic positioning.

]]> A smartphone app to help improve patient & visitor experience on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:28 The SMH Wayfinder app is a new option to help patients and visitors get to where they need to go. From a patient room to the cafeteria, this app gives turn-by-turn guidance inside the main campus building. It uses leading edge technology called geomagnetic positioning. The SMH Wayfinder app is a new option to help patients and visitors get to where they need to go. From a patient room to the cafeteria, this app gives turn-by-turn guidance inside the main campus building. It uses leading edge technology called geomagnetic positioning. false full 16 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=690 What to do with genetic test results? On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Whether it’s a predisposition to cancers or another type of disease, genetic tests simply show the potential hidden within your genes. Depending on the results, therapies can be developed to help prevent development by early detection.

]]> Fri, 15 Dec 2017 14:00:09 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Whether it’s a predisposition to cancers or another type of disease, genetic tests simply show the potential hidden within your genes. Depending on the results, therapies can be developed to help prevent development by early detection.

]]> What to do with genetic test results? On WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:07 Whether it’s a predisposition to cancers or another type of disease, genetic tests simply show the potential hidden within your genes. Depending on the results, therapies can be developed to help prevent development by early detection. Whether it’s a predisposition to cancers or another type of disease, genetic tests simply show the potential hidden within your genes. Depending on the results, therapies can be developed to help prevent development by early detection. false full 15 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=685 Who is a candidate for genetic testing on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Many people seek a genetic test for the benefit of their family members, or even their children. Family history, depending on your mother or grandmother’s genetic history can drive that decisions. Listen in on how to prepare properly.

]]> Thu, 7 Dec 2017 16:00:59 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Many people seek a genetic test for the benefit of their family members, or even their children. Family history, depending on your mother or grandmother’s genetic history can drive that decisions. Listen in on how to prepare properly.

]]> Who is a candidate for genetic testing on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:28 Many people seek a genetic test for the benefit of their family members, or even their children. Family history, depending on your mother or grandmother’s genetic history can drive that decisions. Listen in on how to prepare properly. Many people seek a genetic test for the benefit of their family members, or even their children. Family history, depending on your mother or grandmother’s genetic history can drive that decisions. Listen in on how to prepare properly. false full 14 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=680 Genetic Testing and Why on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Pregnant women, or people with heart disease or cancer in their family are some examples of people who could benefit from genetic testing. Answering questions about future ailments or discovering unknown genes are sometimes the outcomes.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2017 18:53:06 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Pregnant women, or people with heart disease or cancer in their family are some examples of people who could benefit from genetic testing. Answering questions about future ailments or discovering unknown genes are sometimes the outcomes.

]]> Genetic Testing and Why on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:14:02 Pregnant women, or people with heart disease or cancer in their family are some examples of people who could benefit from genetic testing. Answering questions about future ailments or discovering unknown genes are sometimes the outcomes. Pregnant women, or people with heart disease or cancer in their family are some examples of people who could benefit from genetic testing. Answering questions about future ailments or discovering unknown genes are sometimes the outcomes. false full 13 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=675 What role does a Genetic Counselor play in a cancer patient’s journey? on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman As part of SMH’s Ocology Genetics program, Nicole Wood,  Certified Genetic Counselor is able to teach and offer medical help to cancer patients.  Recently, the Education portion of the program has been expanded to better serve patients suffering from Cancer.

]]> Fri, 17 Nov 2017 16:06:29 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast As part of SMH’s Ocology Genetics program, Nicole Wood,  Certified Genetic Counselor is able to teach and offer medical help to cancer patients.  Recently, the Education portion of the program has been expanded to better serve patients suffering from Cancer.

]]> What role does a Genetic Counselor play in a cancer patient’s journey? on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:07:57 As part of SMH’s Ocology Genetics program, Nicole Wood,  Certified Genetic Counselor is able to teach and offer medical help to cancer patients.  Recently, the Education portion of the program has been expanded to better serve patients suffering from Cancer. As part of SMH’s Ocology Genetics program, Nicole Wood,  Certified Genetic Counselor is able to teach and offer medical help to cancer patients.  Recently, the Education portion of the program has been expanded to better serve patients suffering from Cancer. false full 12 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=670 Using interactive experiences in the Pavilion to assist in rehabilitation on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman From a hydraulic car for mobility training to a full furnished condo which helps people regain functionality their home – the Rehabilitation Pavilion has it all. Oh… and a full size grocery store!

]]> Thu, 9 Nov 2017 18:17:58 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From a hydraulic car for mobility training to a full furnished condo which helps people regain functionality their home – the Rehabilitation Pavilion has it all. Oh… and a full size grocery store!

]]> Using interactive experiences in the Pavilion to assist in rehabilitation on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:39 From a hydraulic car for mobility training to a full furnished condo which helps people regain functionality their home – the Rehabilitation Pavilion has it all. Oh… and a full size grocery store! From a hydraulic car for mobility training to a full furnished condo which helps people regain functionality their home – the Rehabilitation Pavilion has it all. Oh… and a full size grocery store! false full 11 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=664 The Ekso Skeleton – Available to Help Patients Recover at the Rehabilitation Pavilion on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman The clinical care offered in the Rehabilitation Pavilion is truly out of this world. Not only does that apply to the team of people, but also to the technology. Task-driven tools like the Ekso Skeleton and the Vector Track are truly state-of-the-art.

]]> Thu, 2 Nov 2017 18:36:25 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast The clinical care offered in the Rehabilitation Pavilion is truly out of this world. Not only does that apply to the team of people, but also to the technology. Task-driven tools like the Ekso Skeleton and the Vector Track are truly state-of-the-art.

]]> The Ekso Skeleton – Available to Help Patients Recover at the Rehabilitation Pavilion on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:47 The clinical care offered in the Rehabilitation Pavilion is truly out of this world. Not only does that apply to the team of people, but also to the technology. Task-driven tools like the Ekso Skeleton and the Vector Track are truly state-of-the-art. The clinical care offered in the Rehabilitation Pavilion is truly out of this world. Not only does that apply to the team of people, but also to the technology. Task-driven tools like the Ekso Skeleton and the Vector Track are truly state-of-the-art. false full 10 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=655 Part 1 of Tips for a Safe and Happy Halloween on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ From carving a pumpkin to the big event, kids (and adults) need to be aware of some the most common injuries that can happen. Listen in for tips to have a safe and happy Halloween.

]]> Thu, 26 Oct 2017 18:13:14 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From carving a pumpkin to the big event, kids (and adults) need to be aware of some the most common injuries that can happen. Listen in for tips to have a safe and happy Halloween.

]]> Part 1 of Tips for a Safe and Happy Halloween on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:21:34 From carving a pumpkin to the big event, kids (and adults) need to be aware of some the most common injuries that can happen. Listen in for tips to have a safe and happy Halloween. From carving a pumpkin to the big event, kids (and adults) need to be aware of some the most common injuries that can happen. Listen in for tips to have a safe and happy Halloween. false full 9 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=649 What’s Inside the Rehabilitation Pavilion on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ From the Mobility Garden to the state-of-the-art gyms, the new Rehabilitation Pavilion offers services for all types of patients. It has been designed to help patients regain their independence following strokes, brain tumors, brain injuries, broken bones, spinal fractures, amputation, surgery and trauma-related injuries.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2017 17:55:57 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast From the Mobility Garden to the state-of-the-art gyms, the new Rehabilitation Pavilion offers services for all types of patients. It has been designed to help patients regain their independence following strokes, brain tumors, brain injuries, broken bones, spinal fractures, amputation, surgery and trauma-related injuries.

]]> What’s Inside the Rehabilitation Pavilion on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:17 From the Mobility Garden to the state-of-the-art gyms, the new Rehabilitation Pavilion offers services for all types of patients. It has been designed to help patients regain their independence following strokes, brain tumors, brain injuries, broken bones, spinal fractures, amputation, surgery and trauma-related injuries. From the Mobility Garden to the state-of-the-art gyms, the new Rehabilitation Pavilion offers services for all types of patients. It has been designed to help patients regain their independence following strokes, brain tumors, brain injuries, broken bones, spinal fractures, amputation, surgery and trauma-related injuries. false full 8 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=645 SMH’s New Rehabilitation Pavilion is Open! On Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Opening the new 74,000 sq. ft. facility will make a difference not only for families visiting patients, but also help with the transition to home life. Private rooms, bathrooms and couches for families are just some of the new amenities.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2017 20:41:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Opening the new 74,000 sq. ft. facility will make a difference not only for families visiting patients, but also help with the transition to home life. Private rooms, bathrooms and couches for families are just some of the new amenities.

]]> SMH’s New Rehabilitation Pavilion is Open! On Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:17 Opening the new 74,000 sq. ft. facility will make a difference not only for families visiting patients, but also help with the transition to home life. Private rooms, bathrooms and couches for families are just some of the new amenities. Opening the new 74,000 sq. ft. facility will make a difference not only for families visiting patients, but also help with the transition to home life. Private rooms, bathrooms and couches for families are just some of the new amenities. false full 7 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=641 Calling for the community’s input on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ When the new Institute for Cancer Care is being designed, industrial planners, staff & physician teams will all have input on it’s schematic. But SMH can’t build a patient-centered facility without their input as well.

]]> Thu, 5 Oct 2017 13:44:50 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When the new Institute for Cancer Care is being designed, industrial planners, staff & physician teams will all have input on it’s schematic. But SMH can’t build a patient-centered facility without their input as well.

]]> Calling for the community’s input on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:35 When the new Institute for Cancer Care is being designed, industrial planners, staff & physician teams will all have input on it’s schematic. But SMH can’t build a patient-centered facility without their input as well. When the new Institute for Cancer Care is being designed, industrial planners, staff & physician teams will all have input on it’s schematic. But SMH can’t build a patient-centered facility without their input as well. false full 6 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=637 The clinical expertise in cancer care at SMH on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ As cancer cases continue to increase, SMH plans to expand the existing team of experts in the near future. Making sure that the patient’s care plan is smooth and time efficient will be an important part of the new Institute for Cancer Care

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2017 17:29:22 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast As cancer cases continue to increase, SMH plans to expand the existing team of experts in the near future. Making sure that the patient’s care plan is smooth and time efficient will be an important part of the new Institute for Cancer Care

]]> The clinical expertise in cancer care at SMH on Health Check with Heidi Godman on WSRQ Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:09:18 As cancer cases continue to increase, SMH plans to expand the existing team of experts in the near future. Making sure that the patient’s care plan is smooth and time efficient will be an important part of the new Institute for Cancer Care As cancer cases continue to increase, SMH plans to expand the existing team of experts in the near future. Making sure that the patient’s care plan is smooth and time efficient will be an important part of the new Institute for Cancer Care false full 5 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=634 A patient-centric cancer care facility on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman When SMH’s new Institute opens, it will provide a place for the entire cancer team to work on the individual patient’s care. The continuum of care will include all of the supportive care programs that currently exist – all in one place.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:44:16 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast When SMH’s new Institute opens, it will provide a place for the entire cancer team to work on the individual patient’s care. The continuum of care will include all of the supportive care programs that currently exist – all in one place.

]]> A patient-centric cancer care facility on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:11:26 When SMH’s new Institute opens, it will provide a place for the entire cancer team to work on the individual patient’s care. The continuum of care will include all of the supportive care programs that currently exist – all in one place. When SMH’s new Institute opens, it will provide a place for the entire cancer team to work on the individual patient’s care. The continuum of care will include all of the supportive care programs that currently exist – all in one place. false full 4 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=629 Coming Soon: SMH Institute for Cancer Care Sarasota Memorial will open a new facility called The Institute for Cancer Care. Slated to open in a couple of years, the new facility will provide comprehensive care for the cancer patient.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:12:03 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Sarasota Memorial will open a new facility called The Institute for Cancer Care. Slated to open in a couple of years, the new facility will provide comprehensive care for the cancer patient.

]]> Coming Soon: SMH Institute for Cancer Care Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:10:47 Sarasota Memorial will open a new facility called The Institute for Cancer Care. Slated to open in a couple of years, the new facility will provide comprehensive care for the cancer patient. Sarasota Memorial will open a new facility called The Institute for Cancer Care. Slated to open in a couple of years, the new facility will provide comprehensive care for the cancer patient. false full 3 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=625 How to prevent falls at home on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Throw rugs, clutter, balance issues – even small pets – can pose a tripping or fall threat to older people. In fact, falls represent one of the top reasons for hospital re admissions. Listen in for some tips on how to create a safe environment.

]]> Thu, 7 Sep 2017 14:59:10 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Throw rugs, clutter, balance issues – even small pets – can pose a tripping or fall threat to older people. In fact, falls represent one of the top reasons for hospital re admissions. Listen in for some tips on how to create a safe environment.

]]> How to prevent falls at home on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:07:51 Throw rugs, clutter, balance issues – even small pets – can pose a tripping or fall threat to older people. In fact, falls represent one of the top reasons for hospital re admissions. Listen in for some tips on how to create a safe environment. Throw rugs, clutter, balance issues – even small pets – can pose a tripping or fall threat to older people. In fact, falls represent one of the top reasons for hospital re admissions. Listen in for some tips on how to create a safe environment. false full 2 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=620 The challenges that can arise at discharge on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Once a patient is discharged, they can have up to 8 medications to take. Side effects, dosages and simply remembering to take them are common problems once patients are home. SMH provides a very detailed discharge document, a hotline for questions, and caregiver support.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:45:22 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast Once a patient is discharged, they can have up to 8 medications to take. Side effects, dosages and simply remembering to take them are common problems once patients are home. SMH provides a very detailed discharge document, a hotline for questions, and caregiver support.

]]> The challenges that can arise at discharge on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:12:27 Once a patient is discharged, they can have up to 8 medications to take. Side effects, dosages and simply remembering to take them are common problems once patients are home. SMH provides a very detailed discharge document, a hotline for questions, and caregiver support. Once a patient is discharged, they can have up to 8 medications to take. Side effects, dosages and simply remembering to take them are common problems once patients are home. SMH provides a very detailed discharge document, a hotline for questions, and caregiver support. false full 1 http://healthcast.smh.com/?p=615 Elder care in the hospital… and at home on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman As a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designated Hospital, SMH has committed to elder care while in the hospital and before the patient goes home. The special markers will give health care providers enhanced skills to care for the aging population.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2017 18:56:03 +0000 charles-westcott@smh.com (Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts) https://www.smh.com/podcast As a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designated Hospital, SMH has committed to elder care while in the hospital and before the patient goes home. The special markers will give health care providers enhanced skills to care for the aging population.

]]> Elder care in the hospital… and at home on WSRQ’s Health Check with Heidi Godman Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts 00:08:59 As a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designated Hospital, SMH has committed to elder care while in the hospital and before the patient goes home. The special markers will give health care providers enhanced skills to care for the aging population. As a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designated Hospital, SMH has committed to elder care while in the hospital and before the patient goes home. The special markers will give health care providers enhanced skills to care for the aging population. false full 0