Doc Talk with Monument Health

Is plastic surgery all about beauty and vanity? How long does plastic surgery last? What's the lowdown on breast augmentation and implants? In this episode, Dr. Hunter Moyer will bust a lot of myths about undergoing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all suffer from it to one degree or another, Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Sometimes a couple of Tums can fix the discomfort, but occasionally more comprehensive action has to be taken. In this episode, Dr. Andrew VanOsdol explains what steps to take to make the heartburn go away! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports Medicine has been top-of-mind for most of us since the accident to NFL star Damar Hamlin. In this episode, you'll find out why a team's sports med physician and athletic trainers are so vital to keeping our athletes safe on the field from high school all the way to the pros. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Brewer talks facts and myths about contraception, and how it has benefits beyond just birth control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the battle between bacterial and viral infections, which one is easiest to get over? In this episode, Dr. John Tronnes explains the differences and how best to treat yourself when you inevitably end up with one or the other! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement, better known as TAVR, is a big deal in our community. Dr. Joseph Tuma explains how the procedure works and what the recovery time is like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's more than just sad songs on the radio. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, better known as Broken Heart Syndrome, is a very real condition that some people suffer from. Dr. Purdy discusses what can trigger this syndrome, and what you can do to protect your heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you listening to this podcast while on a walk? Congratulations, you're doing your heart a big favor! In this episode, we'll talk about what it means to have a heart-healthy lifestyle and the easy first "steps" you can take to make it a reality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our heart has a very specific function, pumping the blood that keeps us healthy and active. It seems simple, and the same, for all of us. But there are distinct differences that women need to watch for when it comes to heart disease and heart attacks. In this episode, Dr. Saverio Barbera and CNP Kelly Brandsted walk us through what women need to watch for and how to keep their hearts happy and hea...

Infertility can be a frustrating, worrisome problem if you experience it. In this episode, Dr. Michelle Krohn will talk about the causes, common treatments, and steps you can take to get the best results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you don't suffer from allergies, consider yourself very lucky. For the rest of us though, relief is always welcome! In this episode, we'll discuss the different types of allergies, symptoms of allergic rhinitis, and getting allergy shots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Croft talks about Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers. What symptoms should women be aware of and can Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers be prevented? While you may be focused on the big C of "cancer", Dr. Croft is more focused on the bigger "C" of "cure".   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are varicose veins? How do people get them? If you're one of the "lucky" ones, this podcast will tell you exactly what your options are and how they can be fixed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your skin is the largest organ of your body. You better believe you need to be taking care of it. In this episode, we will talk about the difference between retinoid and retinol, and why Vitamin C is great to put on your face! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It sounds like the title of one of those Hallmark Christmas movies where the hotshot lawyer from the big city returns to her small town home only to fall in love with her high school flame that now runs an organic candle store. But the Holiday Heart is a real condition that you should watch for when you're celebrating this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we'll talk with a national expert on brachytherapy, Dr. Daniel Petereit from Monument Health. Brachytherapy is a type of internal radiation that uses radiation to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors. Dr. Petereit will explain how this can specifically help with prostate cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital is designated as a Level II Trauma Center. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Wideroff will talk about why that's important for a community our size. He'll also detail what it's like to be a trauma surgeon, and share one of his most rewarding, albeit nerve-wracking, moments in surgery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonsil and ear infections. If you have kids, you're more than likely to experience one or the other. On this episode Dr. Loren Jones and Jeanette Carlson, CNP will walk you through the best way to handle them when they pop up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Croft explains why it's important to take your gynecological health seriously and how to ask the right questions when you see your doctor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss breast reconstruction. We'll ask questions like what can dual breast surgery entail? Can these procedures be performed on the same day? Are all patients candidates for dual breast surgery? Hunter Moyer, M.D. and Nicholas Czosnyka, M.D. will sort it all out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How are your shoulders and a set of new tires similar? In this episode, Dr. Ray Jensen will explain how total shoulder arthroplasty works, and when you may need it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Houston and Dr. Hunter Moyer talk about nose jobs and all the reasons you may consider one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab the tissues, because in this episode we're going to learn the difference between post-nasal drip and a runny nose, and what some of the treatment options can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A perception is that bariatric surgery is a quick fix to weight loss. In this episode, we'll get answers from Dr. Andrew VanOsdol about this question and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Ray Jensen is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and American Osteopathic Association of Orthopedics. He is a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in arthroscopic treatment and the treatment of shoulder and knee replacements. On this podcast, he'll talk about shoulder arthroscopy and if it's right for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...