Health411

In this week's episode, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller welcome Dr. Emil Matarese, a highly regarded neurologist and the Director of the Concussion Program at Capital Health. During the conversation, Dr. Matarese provides insight into his background and experience as a neurologist, as well as the work being done through the Concussion Program to treat and prevent this common...

In this episode of Health411, producer Daniel Geller and host Dr. Jonathan Karp discuss CAR-T cancer therapy. CAR-T cell therapy is a groundbreaking new treatment for cancer that has shown promising results in clinical trials. In this episode, we dive into the science behind CAR-T therapy, how it works, and the types of cancers it has been effective in treating. Dr. Jonathan Karp provides insight...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss gene therapy. Specifically, a new treatment known as valactocogene roxaparvovec for hemophilia A. Valoctocogene roxaparvovec is a gene therapy that is designed to treat hemophilia A, a genetic disorder in which the blood does not clot properly. It is caused by a deficiency in a protein called factor VIII, which...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller interview Troy Bannister, CEO of Particle Health. Particle Health is a healthcare technology company that specializes in securely and efficiently connecting healthcare data from various sources, such as electronic health records and insurance claims, into a single, comprehensive view for patients and healthcare provide...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the fascinating topic of head transplantation. They explore the feasibility and controversy surrounding the idea of transplanting a human head onto a different body. The scientific and ethical implications of this complex procedure are discussed, including the work of Sergio Canavero, a neurosurgeon who has bee...

Welcome to the latest episode of Health411, where we sit down with Dr. Carolyn Gaulker, a compassionate palliative care physician at Capital Health who is also dedicated to serving the less fortunate in Guatemala through her volunteer work. In this episode, our host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller delve into the importance of palliative care and how Dr. Gaulker's experience in Gua...

In this podcast, producer Daniel Geller and Dr. Jonathan Karp interview Nathalie Laurent, program coordinator for the VICTORY program at Capital Health. The VICTORY program is a vital initiative that helps victims of community violence recover and rebuild their lives. Through a range of services and support, Capital Health provides a lifeline for those who have been impacted by violence, offering...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and student producer Daniel Geller discuss CapitalHealth's EMT training program with director Alex Lewinsky. During the interview, Director Alex Lewinsky explains the rigorous training process that EMT students undergo at CapitalHealth. He also highlights the importance of EMTs in the healthcare system. Dr. Karp and Daniel Geller ask questions a...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss brain supplements such as Prevagen. Many of these brands claim that their products have memory-enhancing and neuroprotective benefits, but is that really true?  By analyzing some of their data, Dr. Karp describes their results and discusses their validity.

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller interview Joe Baffone, co-founder of Annexus Health. Annexus Health is working to streamline the link between patients and financial assistance programs. Utilizing their unique technology and position in the market, they aim to reduce the financial burden of patients whenever possible and increase the efficiency of our...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the process of medical school and post-graduate training with Dr. Leah Miller, a family medicine resident at Capital Health. Topics include the path through Caribbean medical school, life as a family medicine physician, and more!

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the therapeutic potential of psilocybin. Psilocybin is a naturally occurring compound found with highest potency in the Psilocybe genus of fungi. Although used recreationally for its hallucinogenic properties, magic mushrooms also show promise for the treatment of a wide variety of mental ailments including add...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss cardiology with Dr. Harit Desai. Dr. Desai has extensive training and experience in various aspects of cardiovascular health, and he shines some light on common heart conditions and symptoms.

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the Air Force Medical corps with Brigadier General Alfred K. Flowers, Jr. and Major Andrew R. Auerbach. Their pathways to successful careers in the medical aspect of the military is discussed, as well as how being alumni of Rider University helped prepare them for their journeys in the medical corps.

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss mental health with psychiatrist Dr. Rajiv Vyas of Capital Health. The day-to-day life of a psychiatrist is discussed, as well as various techniques and treatments used in the treatment of mental health disorders. Mental health is just as important, and some would argue a part of, physical health. Therefore, the...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the concept of "Phantom Limb Pain". Essentially, this is when people who have recently had a limb amputated feel real pain in the (now removed) limb. Why does this occur? What sort of neuroanatomy does it rely on? Can we "reorganize" the brain as a treatment to this ailment? All of these topics (and more) are d...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the human microbiome with Dr. Riggs, professor of immunology at Rider University. We are composed of roughly 40 trillion "human" cells but are equal parts bacterial cells. Understanding the interaction between our cells and the bacterial microbiome is integral to disease studies of the gut, mouth, skin, and mor...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the pathology medical specialty with Dr. Krister Jones of Capital Health. Dr. Jones' path to medical school as well as the road to pathology is discussed, as well as the day-to-day life of someone in this specialty. Numerous and relatively recent innovations have allowed for accurate diagnoses of disease based...

In this episode of Health411, Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the immune system and why sometimes it is better to downregulate it rather than have it be turned all the way on all the time. Different types of immunosuppressant drugs are discussed, as well as their differences and why having an overactive immune system can cause disease.

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the prevalence of depression in vegetarians relative to meat-eaters according to a Brazilian study. The association between a meatless diet and the presence of depressive episodes among adults is analyzed, as well as possible causation of this link. This is a hotly contested issue, with ethics and morality bein...

In this episode of Health411, host dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the usage of helmet-based ventilators in a clinical setting. These noninvasive helmets prove themselves to be a great alternative compared to tight-fitting oxygen masks which decrease patient comfort and are not tolerable for long periods of time. Nurse Savickaite was involved in the successful testing of the h...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the profession of Pastoral Care with Reverend Genikwa Williams of Capital Health. The responsibilities, challenges, and goals of a chaplain are discussed, as they really are part of the medical care of the patient. The education and path to a career in pastoral care is difficult but rewarding, as the main goal...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the placebo effect and its implications in healthcare. From spontaneously disappearing tumors to pain modulation, this effect is broadly studied and utilized in clinical settings across the world. 

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss Capital Health's fundraising efforts with Jennifer Antinoro, executive director of Development at Capital Health. Jennifer has an accomplished background in fundraising, social work, capital campaigns, and more. Her office helps fill the monetary gaps experienced by many patients in the healthcare system, suppl...

In this episode of Health411, host Dr. Jonathan Karp and producer Daniel Geller discuss the Dunning-Kruger effect. This term, put simply, describes how individuals unfamiliar with a subject or concept believe that they know a significant amount more. It is a common trend seen across many different aspects of life, and can actually cause harm if not checked. Scientific literacy is also discussed as...