Healthy Vitals

In this episode, we will hear from Joan Riemer, System Director of organizational development and training HR employee development. She will lead an in-depth discussion on what she believes are the skills, practices, and values that make a good leader.

Director of Obstetrics, Dr. Meghan Mehl discusses vaccinations for pregnant individuals and those planning to become pregnant. For more information about Summa’s maternity services and support, visit summahealth.org/maternity .

In this episode. listen as Dr. Kyle Yoder and palliative care social worker Ellen Saal-Patterson leads a comprehensive discussion on preparing for end-of-life care, and what planning and directives can help.

Shannon Blower, Chaplain and Director of Pastoral Care Services, shares his personal experience with grief and provides tips and resources for anyone coping with grief.

Elizabeth Boes, D.O. provides an educational overview of erectile dysfunction. Learn about symptoms, causes, treatment, and more. For additional information, visit www.summahealth.org/urology or call 330.374.1255 to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Ryan Urchek gives an overview of shoulder pain from common causes, injuries, and treatment options.

Dr. Yoleetah Ilodi & Iriel Hopkins discuss Juneteenth and its importance. For more information on Summa Health’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit summahealth.org/empowerment .

Dr. Dmitri Kolychev, a neurologist at Summa Health, discusses the influx of Multiple Sclerosis diagnoses in the United States. Learn about MS symptoms, treatment options, and more in this episode of Healthy Vitals.

Tiffany Collins discusses her journey and passion for nursing. National Nurses Week is May 6-12, 2022. Summa will be celebrating a little early, May 3-7, 2022. Visit summahealth.org/nursesweek for more information. If nursing sounds like a career that interests you, explore our available positions by visiting summahealth.org/careers .

While most people with COVID-19 recover and return to normal health within a few weeks, others have symptoms that linger for months after recovery. Even people who have had mild versions of the virus can experience persistent or late symptoms. These people are often referred to as "long haulers" and the condition has been termed post-COVID syndrome or "long COVID-19."

Dr. Cheryl Jonhson leads a discussion focusing on empowerment in the black community, especially maternal health.

Dr. Dankoff provides an overview of testicular cancer. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and treatment options.

Dr. Shanu Agarwal and resident Kortnie Broschinsky discuss their journey into healthcare.

Craig Wood leads a discussion focusing on occupational therapy, its benefits, and why he got into the field.

Iriel Hopkins and Marlo Schmidt discuss ways in which Summa Health System contributes to a healthier community.

Karen Frantz DeSeptis and Ericka Malone lead a discussion on SIDS, and important information you need to know.

Natalie Hiltbrand, an Osteoporosis Specialist at Summa Health, leads a discussion on osteoporosis treatment, as well as prevention.

Dr. Ketan Deoras discusses some of the more common issues of fatigue.

Dr. Lynn Hamrich discusses why it is important to know the health history in your family.

Dr. Katherine Wolfe discusses gestational diabetes.

Dr. Marvin Rossi leads a discussion on epilepsy, covering symptoms, treatment, as well as new practices in care.

We talk about tips on how to go about telling friends and family. And for friends and family, ways to show support when loved ones share with you.

Dr. Jospeh Dankoff and Dr. Kevin Spear lead a discussion on prostate health.

Dr. Stephen D’Abreau covers important questions and topics that you should be asking your healthcare provider if you are expecting a baby.

The Executive Director Kemp Boyd and Advocate Tracy Carter discuss what the Grief Recovery Method is, why its important to Akron and specifically to the black community.