Driftless HealthCast

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink review razor rash and how to prevent and treat it.  We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast). This podcast does not reflect th...

Summer is here! In case you or a loved one has the pleasure of a bug bite; take a listen to Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink review easy steps to treat it.  We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (in...

Lately, Dr. Christopher Tookey has been seeing quite a few ads marketing products that are supposed to "increase" testosterone. In this episode, Christopher Tookey, M.D. and Rose Wolbrink, M.D. review healthy habits to optomize someones natural testosterone levels. This is the first of a mulitipart series on testosterone.  We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should a...

Building off our previous episode about overactive bladder, Christopher Tookey, M.D. and Rose Wolbrink, M.D. review how to strengthen the muscles surrounding your bladder to give you back control of your bladder. This episode is focused on those experiencing involuntary leakage while coughing or lifting but can also help anyone experiencing overactive bladder have better success bladder training. ...

If you're feeling like you spend most of your day thinking about your next trip to the bathroom, check out this episode where Christopher Tookey, M.D. and Rose Wolbrink, M.D. talk about how to improve symptoms of overactive bladder without medications.  We're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any dise...

In this rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes, Christopher Tookey, M.D. and Rose Wolbrink, M.D. talk about how a family member of a person heading off to college can help them prepare from a health perspective. They also cover some common health challenges new college students can face and steps to prepare for those situations.  We're providing general guidance but everyone is different...

In a busy and fast paced world, sometimes you need a way to hit the reset button. In this episode, Dr. Tookey and Dr. Wolbrink talk about the 5 Senses. This is one of our favorite mindfullness exercises that can help with anxiety, stress, feeling overwhelmed or even just something to help you focus before a big moment.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and y...

How much should your kid sleep?   The answer may shock you as most kids today simply aren't getting the quality sleep they need to be successful. In this episode Dr. Tookey and Dr. Wolbrink run though how much sleep kids need from newborns to high school age kids. Dr. Wolbrink then shares her BEARS mnemonic look for what to change to help get kids back on track with their sleep   A disclaimer, we'...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink talk about the different interuterine devices (IUDs) available both for birth control and heavy menstral bleeding.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a sou...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink take a step back and talk about lifestyle and community traits associated with living to age 100.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the intern...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink discuss protein drinks and shakes for weight loss. They talk about what makes a good shake and how to get the best results from them. At the end they talk about what mistakes they often see when using them and talk about some more cost effective alternatives.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink discuss a study where patients taking a cholesterol medicine added a fiber supplement with every meal to see what happened to their cholesterol.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying an...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink review how to have success when starting a medication class known as the GLP-1's. These are commonly used medicines for both diabetes and weight loss among other reasons.  Examples inculde Saxenda, Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, Mounjaro and Byetta  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should alw...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink go through some common misconceptions patients may hear about with regards to some of the new weight loss medications everyone is talking about. This episode is focused on the injectable medications called GLP-1 agonists. Examples inculde Saxenda, Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity Mounjaro and Byetta  A disclaimer, we're providing general guid...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey is joined by Dr. Kevin Rossiter, a kidney specialist. They start by talking about what is dialysis and how it is used for patients with kidney failure. They then talk about about how to prevent dialysis by reviewing the two most common causes (diabetes and high blood pressure). They then return to talking about misconceptions about dialysis and what life is...

Running can be one of the best exercises for your physical and mental health. But it can pretty challenging to get started. In this episode, Dr. Tookey is joined by Margaret Ho, a local runner with many of years of experience. She shares some great tips for someone who is looking at starting running or getting back into running regardless of their current level of fitness.    A disclaimer, we're p...

Have you even been told to check your blood pressure at home? In this episode, Dr. Tookey goes over how to choose the right blood pressure cuff that fits well and how to make sure you get a good, accurate reading at home.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy b...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey is joined by Gideon Wolbrink in a review of whether athletes should consider creatine supplementation to enhance their sports performance. They also cover so how to do this safely and effectively.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any diseas...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey is joined by Gideon Wolbrink who provided some field reseach on what beverages many high schoolers are drinking. They cover the suprising amount of sugar in these beverages as well as caffeine content. At the end, they make a case for drinking more water and getting more sleep.   A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and yo...

In this episode Dr. Christopher Tookey and Dr. Rose Wolbrink review how to prevent "Runner's Toe". Even if you don't run,   learn how to prevent nail pain and bleeding with this episode. They also describe the last resort of changing how you lace your shoes as demonstrated in this link.   https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/blog/how-to-tie-your-laces.html   A disclaimer, we're providing general guidanc...

When to treat high cholesterol with medicine is a common question. In this episode Dr. Tookey and Dr. Wolbrink talk about "the ASCVD score" and how it is calculated. Many patients will use this tool when talking with their health care provider to determine if they should start a medicine to lower their cholesterol and lessen their risk of heart disease or stroke. They also address who should NOT u...

In this episode, Dr. Wolbrink and Dr. Tookey each share three thoughs on how to maximize benifit from a New Years Resolution.  A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should always discuss with your health care professional management of any disease and therapy before trying anything you discover from a source on the internet (including this podcast)

The college semester doesn't always end smoothly.   If you are a college student who had a rough end to the semester or maybe have a friend or family member in that situation this is the episode for you.   In this episode, Dr. Christopher Tookey is joined by Margaret Ho, Academic Counseler from Western Technical College. We cover what to do when things aren't going well. Who can help and what reso...

In this episode, Dr. Tookey and Dr. Wolbrink talk about help your provider figure out those tricky medical conditions that seam to come and go. Examples include occasionaly cough, headaches, abdominal discomfort and intermittent pain. By listening to this episode, we hope to give you an idea of what to watch for and write down to get the most out of your visit with your provider.  A disclaimer, we...

In this episode, Dr. Tookey and Dr. Wolbrink talk about how to prevent sun damage which can lead to early aging appearance of the skin. They also review some over the counter options that can help reverse wrinkles, brown spots, red blemishes and other skin damage and in general promote healthy skin as we age A disclaimer, we're providing general guidance but everyone is different and you should al...