Health Talk with The Valley Health System

Purcell Dye, PhD, CEO of Spring Mountain Treatment Center and Spring Mountain Sahara, both extensions of Spring Valley Hospital, explains crisis stabilization, acute psychiatric care, hospital admission criteria, and immediate post-discharge planning so families and clinicians know what to expect.

Dr. Lamarr Tyler, DO, FACOG, explains how vNOTES (vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery) offers a scarless, minimally invasive hysterectomy option with less pain and faster recovery—important for patients exploring alternatives to open or robotic surgery. Learn when vNOTES is appropriate, who makes a good candidate, and what recovery looks like.

Clear, hospital-focused guidance on what sepsis is, how it presents, and why early recognition matters. Covers clinical signs like fever, rapid heart rate, confusion, and the importance of alerting staff immediately so treatment can begin.

Join Dr. Roger Hsiung, Chief of Colorectal Surgery at Summerlin as he discusses the alarming statistics of colorectal cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention.

In this episode learn what an aortic aneurysm is and how this condition affects millions of American. Jon Amanda Wild and vascular surgeon Dr. Rohan Kulkarni as they discuss the risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options.

Understanding your health history is essential for effective healthcare. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Pat Walker, Chief Nursing Officer at Spring Valley Hospital, to discuss the pivotal role your past surgeries and allergies play in your current care. Learn how being proactive about your health history can lead to safer and more personalized treatment. Tune in for insights that could empower...

Join us as Dr. Kevin Sharif discusses the exciting advancements in spine surgery. He shares his vision for the future, where innovation continues to enhance patient outcomes and safety. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the field of spine care, this episode offers valuable insights into what's next for spine surgery. Discover more at valleyhealthsystemlv.com.

Why is bone health crucial as we age?

Join Dr. Krystal Coffman as she explains the essential metrics used to evaluate hospital quality. From patient falls to readmissions, it’s crucial to know what hospitals are monitoring to ensure your safety. Get insights into how these metrics help improve patient outcomes, and understand the importance of your role as a patient in this process. This episode will empower you to ask the right quest...

In this episode, we explore the emerging technologies that are transforming hand surgery practices, featuring insights from Dr. Alan Micev, an orthopedic specialist in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. Discover how innovations like ultrasound guidance are minimizing incisions and enhancing recovery experiences for patients.

Join Dr. Hassan Hashmi, a board-certified surgeon, as he delves into the advancements in robotic and minimally invasive surgery. Discover how these techniques can reduce recovery time, lessen pain, and improve outcomes for patients. Learn why embracing this transformative approach matters for your health. For more insights, visit Valley Health System  

Director of Health Information, Annissa Pierce discusses important information for patients about their medical records, why you need a power of attorney and release of information for deceased patients.

For smokers, and even ex smokers, lung cancer screenings are a critical tool. Dr. Lloyd Del Mundo discusses lung cancer screenings, their importance, the innovations in the ways it can be diagnosed, and more.

It's an unfortunate fact of modern life that so many of us go through life exhausted but sometimes the exhaustion isn't so much sleepiness as it is fatigue. Dr. Ben Kermani discusses different types of fatigue, why they matter, and more.

When suffering from a stroke, knowing how to act fast could mean the difference between life and death. Dr. Paul Janda discusses strokes, the impact it has on the community, and more.

There is a lot to prepare for when you're about to give birth. Early Ritter discusses the birth journey experience, birth trauma, and more.

Morning sickness, occasional vomiting, and nausea are all extremely common during pregnancy but there's a more severe and traumatic form of morning sickness that we don't hear much about called Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Dr. Danielle Plummers discusses the symptoms, causes, possible treatment options, and more.

Vaccines don't have to be as scary as the needles we use to inject them. Dr. Gaurav Zirath and Dr. Gerica Alvarado discuss how vaccines work, their efficacy, the potential risks, and more.

Your body's vascular system is a complex network of blood vessels that are constantly working to support your heart. Dr. Eddy Luh discusses what you need to know about vascular health.

Valley Health Specialty Hospital Therapists will be talking about pelvic health and the importance of Pelvic Floor Therapy for both females and males.

Menopause is normal but it's also a transition filled with physical changes and emotional challenges. Dr. Deepali Kashyap discusses what to expect as you enter menopause, how to manage symptoms, and more.

Deaths from breast cancer have declined over time however, breast cancer is still the second leading cause of cancer deaths amongst women. Dr. Anu Thummala discusses the latest advances, treatment options, the importance of mammograms, and more.

No one wants to have a stroke but each year, about 800,000 people in the US will have one. Dr. Krystal Coffman discusses the different types of strokes, symptoms to look out for, what happens when you call 911 while having a stroke, and more.

We all know or have heard of someone with a loss of memory severe enough that it interferes with daily life and sometimes, this can be attributed to dementia. Dr. Uzma Zafar and Chris Bateman discuss dementia, what causes it, what you need to know about caregiver burnout, and more.

Have you ever experienced illness, pain, maybe even bleeding, and wondered whether or not you should go to the ER? Everyone has been there at some point or another. Dr. David Cercone discusses how to know when it's time to go to the ER as well as the new freestanding ER at Valley Vista.