Health Talks: From The Inside Out

On this episode of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Tufik Assad, M.D., M.S.C.I., a critical care and pulmonology physician with Williamson Health Medical Group, joins the show to share a behind-the-scenes look at ICU care, pulmonary medicine and the reality of caring for patients during critical illness. Dr. Assad discusses what first drew him to medicine and ultimately to critical care, how hi...

On this episode of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Andy Russell, M.D. , Chief Medical Officer for Williamson Health and board-certified emergency medicine physician, joins the show to share a behind-the-scenes look at emergency care and clinical leadership. Dr. Russell discusses what drew him to emergency medicine, what it means to care for patients during some of their most critical moments,...

On this episode of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Heather D. Rupe, D.O. joins the show to share insights from her work in obstetrics and gynecology and her leadership role as Chief of Staff for Williamson Health. Dr. Rupe, a board-certified OB/GYN, discusses the full scope of women’s health — from routine gynecological and obstetrical care to advanced gynecologic surgery and robotics, as well...

On this episode of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Elizabeth Lindsey, M.D., joins the show to break down one of today’s most talked-about topics — gut health. Dr. Lindsey, a board-certified gastroenterologist, shares expert insight into what “gut health” really means, how much of what we see in the media is accurate, and whether supplements are truly necessary. The conversation also highlights...

On this episode of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Leigh Williams, Executive Director of the Williamson Health Foundation, joins the show to discuss how philanthropy and volunteer support help strengthen healthcare across the communities we proudly serve. Leigh shares how the Williamson Health Foundation advances the mission of Williamson Health by funding important programs, services, and ini...

On Episode 14 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Amit Keswani, M.D. joins the show to share expert insight into heart attack symptoms, treatments and recovery. Dr. Keswani, a board-certified interventional cardiologist with Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Franklin, practices at Williamson Medical Center where he chairs the Primary Heart Attack Committee. During the episode, Dr. Keswani discusses...

On Episode 13 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Brian Long, M.D. joins the show to share insights from his role as an interventional cardiologist with Vanderbilt Heart at Williamson Health Medical Center. Dr. Long discusses how interventional cardiology helps diagnose and treat heart disease — from minimally invasive procedures to emergency care during heart attacks — and why prevention and e...

On Episode 12 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Michael Wallace, Williamson Health Chief of EMS, joins the show to share firsthand insight from the field and behind the scenes of our emergency medical services. Michael discusses what it takes to deliver rapid, coordinated, life-saving care throughout Williamson County — including a 911-to-hospital workflow that ensures patient care starts the...

On Episode 11 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Carrie Lind, M.D., joins the show to share insights from her role as Chief of Pediatrics for Williamson Health. Dr. Lind discusses what it means to care for pediatric patients through Williamson Health’s partnership with Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center — highlighting the importance of specialized, co...

On Episode 10 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Dave Kempfert joins the show to share insights from his work as the Director of Rehabilitation Services for the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee. With over 16 years of experience in outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine physical therapy — and a background as a former collegiate All-American and NFL offensive lineman — Dave discusses wh...

On Episode 9 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 , Brad Bullock, M.D., MBA joins the show to share insights from his work as a hospitalist at Williamson Medical Center and the Hospitalist Program Officer for Williamson Health. Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics , Dr. Bullock discusses what it means to care for patients both in the hospital and beyond — emphasizing the importance...

On Episode 8 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Devin Sherman, M.D. joins the show during Lung Cancer Awareness Month to to discuss lung health, awareness, prevention and proactive care. Dr. Sherman is board-certified in pulmonary disease, internal medicine, and critical care medicine, and shares valuable insights to help you breathe easier and stay proactive about your health.. -To learn more...

On Episode 7 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Elizabeth Schaeffer, NP-C joins the show during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to go about busting some myths and common misconceptions of breast cancer. -To learn more about Elizabeth Schaeffer, visit williamsonhealth.org/provider/elizabeth-schaeffer -To learn more about the Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center and breast health services at Williamso...

On Episode 6 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Rebecca Baskin, M.D. - a breast cancer survivor herself - talks all things breast health and breast cancer. -To learn more about Dr. Rebecca Baskin, visit williamsonhealth.org/provider/rebecca-baskin -To learn more about breast health services and the Turner-Dugas Breast Health Center at Williamson Health, visi...

On Episode 5 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, our Clinical Nutrition Manager Lisa Mathews, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES takes her turn talking all things nutrition. One of the keys to living a healthy life, Mathews we hit on a range of topics from portions, cravings, and so much more, including whether our nutritionist has a sweet tooth of her own or not! -To learn more about nutritional services at W...

On Episode 1 - the pilot, if you will - of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Jared Slater M.D. of Williamson Health Medical Group takes the seat first to talk about with our hosts about all things General Surgery at Williamson Health. -To learn more about Dr. Slater, visit williamsonhealth.org/provider/jared-slater -To learn more about Williamson Health General Surgery, visit williamsonhealth.org...

On Episode 2 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, a physician with many talents and specialties in Jordan Phillips, M.D. joins the show. Dr. Phillips is a sleep medicine and critical care physician, as well as a pulmonologist with Williamson Health Medical Group. In this episode, Michele spends time talking through sleep medicine, sleep disorders, the importance of sleep for the human body, and s...

On Episode 3 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee orthopaedic surgeon Cory Calendine, M.D., joins the show to talk all things orthopaedics, and specifically his specialty of hip and knee preservation and replacement. -To learn more about Dr. Calendine, visit boneandjointtn.org/providers/cory-calendine -To learn more about Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee...

On Episode 4 of 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭, urogynecologist Jennifer Tatalovich, M.D., joins the show to talk about everything from prolapse to incontinence and everything in between. -To learn more about Dr. Tatalovich, visit williamsonhealth.org/provider/jennifer-mai-tatalovich -To learn more about urogynecology and pelvich health at Williamson Health, visit williamsonhealth.org/medical-s...

Welcome to 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭! This podcast from Williamson Health - the regional healthcare system serving Williamson County and surrounding communities - is designed to bring expert healthcare insight directly from inside the organization to the community. The podcast's name reflects the goal of bringing knowledge from inside Williamson Health out into the community, while also em...