The IVY Drip

NFL player, Damar Hamlin, collapsed on the football field during a league game and went into sudden cardiac arrest. Due to immediate medical care, Damar made a miraculous recovery.  Heart failure specialists, Dr. Oluseyi Princewell and Dr. Ike Okwuosa, join Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie to discuss what exactly happened to Damar and breakdown how and why sudden cardiac arrest occurs i...

Feeling like your kids are constantly sniffling, coughing, and complaining of a sore throat? You're not alone! This winter season has been extra rough on all households with the increased rates of RSV, Flu, and COVID. Dr. Amina Khan, a board certified pediatrician at Children's National Hospital, joins Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie to share answers to some of the most commo...

Opioids! Commonly known as narcotics, is a deeply concerning  topic for many people, especially if they are about to have surgery. Harvard trained anesthesiologists, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie, share the top 5 ways to minimize the amount of opioids you need to take after surgery.  They discuss the importance of creating realistic expectations upfront, choosing the right surgeon an...

Feeling anxious? Worried about the anesthesia not working or something going terribly wrong? These are all normal thoughts! Anesthesiologists, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie, are sharing their insights and top tips on how to make the day of surgery a positive experience. Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

It's that time of year again! Time to check the deductible on your healthcare plan and schedule last minute appointments and procedures before the year is out! Anesthesiologists, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie, are super busy in the hospital this month but want to share some tips so you don't miss out on significant health care savings. Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io...

Happy Thanksgiving! This holiday season, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie discuss the dreaded food bolus!  They are sharing their expert tips to keep you out of the hospital. Have a safe and healthy holiday! For more IVY Drip episodes, check out the theivydrip.co. Be sure to subscribe and share. Thank you for your support! Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

Bolus Episode! Check out the Amazon Prime movie "13 Lives" (directed by Ron Howard) based on the true story of the heroic rescue mission to save the lives of thirteen boys from a flooded cave in Thailand.  Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie discuss their thoughts from a medical perspective and share their favorite parts of the film. It's definitely a must see! Beat Provided...

Everyone needs medical advice at some point in their life, unfortunately not everyone gets quality advice from trained healthcare professionals. So whether you have concerns about an upcoming surgery, or are curious about the latest health topics, The IVY Drip podcast is here to guide you. We are two Harvard trained doctors that will help you get the best information out there. Check us out at the...

Apparently, Mandy Moore couldn't get an epidural because she has a rare blood disorder called ITP.  Anesthesiologists, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie, talk about ITP (immune thrombocytopenic purpura) and similar blood conditions. They discuss how women with these conditions can best prepare to have a smooth delivery. Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

Bad things happen to patients undergoing routine surgeries, and sadly, many of these outcomes are completely preventable if   you know what key questions to be asking in advance.  Anesthesiologists, Dr. Maleeha Mohiuddin and Dr. Dionne Ibekie, will explain that not all medical facilities and personnel have the same safety standards and may not be the right fit for YOU. Don't make any assumpti...