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Learn from Emerson Health surgeon Dr. Christopher Schlieve about pilonidal disease and the latest treatments to reduce pain and occurrence of this challenging condition.

What is robotic-assisted surgery? Is a human surgeon doing the procedure? Does it help patients recover faster? Learn about Mako hip and knee replacement surgery in this informative podcast with Emerson Health's director of robotics for orthopedic surgery.

Meet Diane who suffered for years with extreme asthma and hives and was finally cured after hernia and weight loss surgery. Her surgeon, Laura Doyon, MD, discusses how the procedure affects the overall health of people and gives them a new, healthy life.

What does a colorectal surgeon do? How do they work with patients during a difficult diagnosis? What are the latest advances with colorectal surgery? Learn this and more in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Alexandra Columbus at Emerson Health.

What is the best way to find a primary care doctor? Can I interview a doctor before I “hire” them? Tune into this podcast with Dr. Rand Nashi with Emerson Health Primary Care Bedford and learn how to choose a physician that will help you meet your health goals.

Breast cancer treatments have changed a lot in recent years. Hear from an Emerson breast surgeon and oncologist about the latest advances and why treatments are easier for patients and have better outcomes.

What is home care? How does the program help patients recover from illness or injury? Find out in this podcast with an Emerson Health Home Care supervisor.

Learn why nurses choose to work at Emerson Health, and ways working parents are supported.

Learn from Dr. Stephen Hoenig about what vascular surgery is, and how it helps people live healthier lives.

What is hoarding? How can you help someone who may hoard? Tune into this podcast to learn from a local expert and Emerson partner.

Hear from renowned urologist John Libertino, MD about why patients choose Emerson Health Urology for routine and advanced care.

What are the symptoms and treatments of menopause? Dr. Christina Thomas, Emerson OBGYN, answers questions and discusses benefits of menopause and perimenopause.

Dr. Liou, one of the only physicians in New England who is specially trained in using focal Cryoablation to treat prostate cancer., discusses the advanced methods.

What to do if you have heart-related symptoms? How do you find a great cardiologist? How can you keep your heart healthy? Dr. Benjamin Tillinger with Emerson Health Cardiology answers these questions and more.

Hear from Dr. Kitch, Emerson’s Chief Medical Officer, about the latest Covid news and ways to stay safe this summer.

It is stressful when a loved one has dementia. Hear from Joyce Ryan, Emerson Social Worker with tips to make the experience safer and easier for all.

Learn how to prevent and manage osteoporosis through aerobic exercise, and resistance training. Katie Wadland - instructor with the Emerson Wellness Center Strong Bones, Strong Life osteoporosis fitness program - discusses how to prevent bones from breaking down and increase bone density and strength. Visit www. EmersonWellness.org to sign up for our Strong Bones, Strong Life class, and other Oste...

Hear from an Emerson speech therapist as she addresses common misconceptions about aphasia and provides information about causes, common symptoms, and how speech therapy helps patients communicate more effectively. Did you know Emerson Hospital offers an aphasia conversation group? This group provides an opportunity for people with aphasia to work on their communication skills. Visit here to learn...

Learn about the culture at Emerson Hospital from a nurse who has been with Emerson for nearly 30 years. Nurse manager Wendy Repucci shares an insider's view of the Emerson nursing experience. Visit EmersonCareers.org to view our latest career opportunities.

Joyce discusses her decision to have weight loss surgery when she was 71 years old. According to Joyce, you are never too old to improve your health. With Dr. Lautz and the team at Emerson Hospitals' Center for Weight Loss, Joyce overcame her decades-long obesity and is now a healthy 78-year-old, living her happiest life.

Learn about the latest advances in hip and knee replacements. Topics include why replacements are necessary, benefits of new techniques, recovery, the ability to resume an active lifestyle, and more. In this episode, you will hear from Matthew Sloan, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Orthopedic Affiliates in Concord, MA. Dr. Sloan specializes in using the latest techniques for hip and knee replacemen...

Learn about colonoscopy prep, procedure, and recovery from Gastroenterologist Andrea Fribush, MD. Dr. Fribush is a member of the gastroenterology team at Emerson's Concord Gastroenterology Associates.

Listen in as a maternity expert provides helpful tips for parents bringing home their newborn baby. Rachel Kradin, MSW, Emerson's social worker on the maternity team, provides guidance such as finding a pediatrician, breastfeeding, and mental and emotional health tips, including baby proofing your relationships.

Learn about arthritis and how joint replacement surgery can help with pain and get people back to doing what they love.

Learn our team's unique approach with patients through the journey of weight loss surgery and beyond. This episode features bariatric surgeons David Lautz, MD and Laura Doyon, MD with Emerson's Center for Weight Loss in Concord, MA.