Baptist HealthTalk

Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because many people do not know they have it until they suffer a fracture. But when should you start paying attention to your bone health — and what can you do now to protect yourself? In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , host Johanna Gomez speaks with Dr. Maria Kyriacou , primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care ,...

What are brain tumors, who is at risk, and what symptoms should you never ignore? In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , we break down the most searched questions about brain tumors, including common warning signs, treatment options, myths about cell phones, and why there is more hope today than ever before. Host Johanna Gomez is joined by Dr. Rupesh Kotecha , Chief of Radiosurgery at Baptist He...

Can you reverse heart aging—or at least slow it down? In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk , Sandra Peebles is joined by Dr. Jonathan Fialkow, Chief Medical Executive of Integrated Services and Precision Care at Baptist Health, for a fascinating conversation about heart aging, longevity, inflammation, and the everyday habits that have the biggest impact on cardiovascular health. Together, they br...

Pensar en una cirugía puede causar miedo… pero hoy en día, la realidad es muy diferente. En este episodio de Baptist Health Talk, el Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja explica qué hacen los cirujanos generales, desde tratar hernias hasta problemas de la vesícula, y cómo es realmente la recuperación con técnicas modernas. Gracias a la cirugía laparoscópica y robótica, los procedimientos son menos invasivos, l...

Thinking about surgery can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, Dr. Juan Carlos Verdeja, Chief of General Surgery, breaks down what general surgeons actually do—from treating hernias to removing gallbladders—and what recovery really looks like today. Thanks to modern techniques like laparoscopic and robotic surgery, procedures are less invasive, reco...

When it comes to cancer, risk does not mean destiny—and understanding the facts can make all the difference. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk , Dr. Anthony Gonzalez is joined by Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men’s Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, and Dr. Ryan Matthew Kahn, Gynecologic Oncologist with Baptist Health Cancer Care. Together, they break down the real connect...

Sexual health is one of the most searched—but least talked about—topics online. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, we’re breaking the silence. Dr. Anthony Gonzalez sits down with Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men’s Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, to answer the questions many men are too embarrassed to ask—from erectile dysfunction and testosterone to fertility and the...

Lung cancer is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—conditions out there. The symptoms can be subtle, easy to ignore, or mistaken for something as simple as a cold. In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk , thoracic surgeon Dr. Ian Bostock breaks down what lung cancer really is, the early warning signs to watch for, and when it’s time to talk to your doctor about screening. You’ll learn:  T...

Parkinson’s disease is one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions—but what does it really look like? In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, neurologist Dr. Samer Tabbal breaks down the early signs of Parkinson’s , what happens after diagnosis, and how treatment has evolved. From tremors and stiffness to lifestyle changes that actually make a difference, this conversation answers the mos...

La esclerosis múltiple (MS) es conocida como “la enfermedad de las mil caras” porque puede manifestarse de forma diferente en cada paciente. En este episodio de Baptist HealthTalk, el neurólogo Dr. Luis Compres-Brugal explica las señales tempranas, cómo se diagnostica y qué significan los avances más recientes en tratamiento. Desde síntomas como fatiga, pérdida de visión y problemas de memoria, ha...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is often called “the disease of a hundred faces” because it can look different for every patient. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, neurologist Dr. Luis Compres-Brugal breaks down the early warning signs of MS, how it’s diagnosed, and what modern treatments mean for patients today. From fatigue and brain fog to vision changes and mobility challenges, we explore the sy...

Menopause is having a moment—and for good reason. But what many women don’t realize is that the journey often starts years earlier with perimenopause. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, we break down what’s really happening in your body, the early signs to watch for, and why so many women feel confused or dismissed when symptoms begin. From mood changes and brain fog to sleep issues and weigh...

¿Son realmente malos los carbohidratos? ¿Qué significa comer balanceado? ¿Hay espacio para los platos culturales dentro de una dieta saludable? En este episodio de Baptist HealthTalk , la presentadora Sandra Peebles conversa con Lucette Talamas, dietista nutricionista , y Yanelis Díaz, chef ejecutiva de Baptist Hospital , sobre cómo construir una alimentación saludable sin sacrificar sabor, cultur...

Eating healthy can feel confusing with so much information about carbs, processed foods, and diets. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , host Sandra Peebles sits down with registered dietitian Lucette Talamas and Executive Chef Yanelis Diaz to break down what healthy eating actually looks like. They discuss the plate method , the truth about carbohydrates, the difference between processed and...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women — yet the symptoms often look very different than they do in men. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, cardiologist Dr. Sandra Chaparro from Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute breaks down the unique signs of heart disease in women, including fatigue, nausea, back pain, jaw pain and other symptoms that are often overlooked....

What do your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers actually mean? Dr. Tarek Rambahtla breaks down how plaque forms, how high blood pressure increases stroke risk, and why prevention starts earlier than most people think. Heart health isn’t just about feeling fine — it’s about knowing your risk. Host: Johanna Gomez Award-Winning Host & Journalist Guest: Tarak Rambahtla, M.D. Medical Director o...

Heart disease is rising in young adults — and it’s not just something that happens later in life. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Sergiu Darabant , cardiologist with Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care , to explain why more adults ages 20–40 are experiencing heart-related events and what’s driving the trend. You’ll learn the early warning signs y...

If you’re wondering what your coronary artery disease risk really is, a calcium score screening can provide important insight—often before symptoms appear. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , host Willard Shepherd speaks with Dr. Socrates Kakoulides, cardiologist and Chief Imaging Officer at Baptist Health, to explain what a calcium score measures, who should consider the test, and how it fit...

Heart health is brain health. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and blood sugar don’t just affect your heart—they can also increase stroke risk and impact memory and long-term brain function. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk , host Sandra Peebles speaks with Dr. Marcus St. John, interventional cardiologist, and Dr. Nestor Beltre, neurologist and movement disorder specialist, about how s...

If you’ve been putting off your annual checkup or aren’t sure what should happen during your primary care visit, this conversation breaks it all down.  In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, chief of surgery for Baptist Hospital of Miami and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Baptist Health, sits down with Dr. Ravindra Ganesh, internal medicine physician with Baptist He...

What does it take to stay healthy through the most demanding hockey seasons?   In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk joins broadcaster Steve Goldstein and Dr. Gautam Yagnik, team physician with Baptist Health, for an inside look at elite athlete recovery and performance.   Tkachuk shares how his approach to recovery has evolved—from post-game routines and...

Diabetes often develops silently, and by the time symptoms appear, it may have already been there for years.  In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Pascual DeSantis, Chief of Endocrinology, and Dr. Paolo Carvalho, Geriatric and Family Medicine Physician at Baptist Health, to break down what diabetes really is and why so many people miss the early warning sign...

If you’re confused by weight loss medications like Ozempic or Wegovy, diet trends, or bariatric surgery options, you’re not alone.  In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, chief of surgery for Baptist Hospital of Miami and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Baptist Health, sits down with Dr. Timothy Nowack, a general and bariatric surgeon, to separate fact from fiction a...

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and when caught early, it’s often highly curable. In fact, reports say Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035. However, many women still have unanswered questions about symptoms, screening and what a diagnosis really means.  In this Baptist HealthTalk episode, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Ryan Kahn, a gynecologic...

If you’re starting new year fitness goals and feeling pressure to change everything FAST, you’re not alone.  In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, host Johanna Gomez sits down with Dr. Steven Hale, a primary sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care, to break down how to start exercising the right way without burning out or getting injured.  They discuss why so many people qui...