Be Well with Skagit Regional Health

Fentanyl is in so many street drugs these days and is taking lives unexpectedly all over the country. Dr. Connie Davis, Dr. Krishnaraj Jayarama, and Dr. Michael Thompson discuss fentanyl, the difference between exposure and overdose, some protective factors that parents can take and more.

Erectile dysfunction and testosterone deficiency can negatively impact a man's health sexually and beyond. Dr. Curran Emeruwa discusses these conditions, how lifestyle changes can make an impact, what role mental health and stress can play and more.

It's always a good idea to have your wishes and documents in order and one document to consider before it's needed is an advance directive. Dr. Catherine Bree Johnston discusses advance directives, why they're important, the different types of directives and more.

A key challenge for some patients these days is how to successfully balance the demands of health, work and family. Nurse Practitioner Courtney Robbins discusses the work/health/life balance, patient trends, what a healthy balance can look like and more.

It's estimated that more than 11% of women here in the United States between the ages of 15-44 have endometriosis. Dr. Carlyn King discusses common symptoms and risk factors, treatment options, lifestyle changes you can make to accommodate and more.

Orthopedic implants are utilized for all sorts of replacement surgeries. Dr. Lance Ho discusses these implants and answers some of the most pressing questions that patients may have about them.

Prostate surgery isn't something that any man looks forward to but advances in medicine can alleviate and assuage many concerns. Dr. Kyle Schuyler discusses prostate cancer statistics from the National Cancer Institute, the benefits of robotic surgery, what Skagit has to offer in the way of robotic surgery and more.

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US, with 1 out of 5 Americans developing it by the age of 70. Dr. Michael Marchetti discusses the main types of skin cancer, potential risk factors and prevention, how to get diagnosed and more.

Sleep disorders are something that can adversely impact a child's health and quality of life. Dr. Allan Damian discusses the most common sleep disorders in children, symptoms, the treatment options that are available and more.

Menopause can be a dreaded topic but the more you know, the better you can plan and know what to expect. Donna Lee, ARNP discusses the stages of menopause, symptoms and treatments, who may be a good candidate for menopause hormone therapy and more.

Sleep is crucial to all of us but what about when it's interrupted by obstuctive sleep apnea? Dr. Nikhil Samtani discusses the latest treatment options, common symptoms and causes as well as the Inspire Therapy program.

Outpatient surgery is more common than ever. According to the CDC, nearly two-thirds of all operations are performed in an outpatient facility. Dr. Christopher Sheu discusses the benefits of an outpatient surgery center, the types of procedures they perform and more.

What is a podiatrist and do your feet really need their own doctor? Dr. Eric Powell discusses the conditions podiatrists treat, what a patient can expect during a visit to the podiatrist and more.

Have you ever worked out, been injured, and then had to deal with tight muscles and how can you get past that so that you can get back to playing? Dr. Jared Anderson discusses tight muscles, why they happen, how to treat them and more.

Dupuytren's Disease is a condition of the hand that can be very debilitating. Dr. Jimmy Dang discusses this disease, symptoms to look out for, possible treatment options and more.

Type 2 diabetes is on the rise so if you're diagnosed with it, how do you manage it? Dr. Matthew Rosner discusses what you need to know about type 2 diabetes including the signs, symptoms, and risk factors, what advice he has for families to prevent your children from developing it and more.

Arthritis is a common and often very debilitating condition among adults. Laura Grantham, a physician assistant in rheumatology, discusses arthritis, possible risk factors, how it's treated and more.

Our digestive health affects our immune system, our nervous system and even our mental health. Dr. S. Suresh Alagugurusamy discusses the best foods for GI health and the role your digestive system plays in your overall well-being.

In today's episode, Dr. Alexander Willis discusses what you need to know about total joint replacement surgery, how to prepare for it, and what to expect during the recovery process.

Back pain is a very common source of discomfort for many people. Dr. R. Dylan Morris discusses back pain, possible treatment methods, and more.

Young women considering their first gynecological appointment will more than likely have lots of questions. Dr. Grace Bay discusses everything you need to know about what to expect during your appointment, common questions you may have, how to prepare for the exam, and more.

Connie Thornton, a nurse at Skagit Regional Health, shares with us why she chose nursing, why she enjoys working at Skagit Valley Hospital, and what makes Skagit Regional Health different.

Each fall or winter, there's a lot of talk around the flu and flu shots. Family Medicine provider Jaya DeElena discusses the facts that you should know when preparing for flu season.

Did you know that your heart can affect your mind and vice versa? Dr. Bhrigu Parmar discusses the mind-heart connection, how nutrition can affect the two, ways to improve that connection, and more.

If you haven't been exercising, you'll want to go about it the right way to maximize your efforts and avoid injury. Orthopaedic physician assistant Jon Ruff discusses the healthiest ways that you can prepare your body for a workout.