Inspire Great Health

On this special episode, we talk with Payton Pontillo, Amy Peterson and Kristi Davis about why hospice is more than what you think it is. It's about hope, "living until you die" and caring for a patient's loved ones just as much as caring for the patient themself. To get in contact with the Davis Hospice Center, call (307) 633-7016.

On this episode, we hear from Dr. Jonathan Knott from CRMG's Orthopedics & Surgical Specialists. Dr. Knott discusses his specialities, his special skill and what he loves about the mountains. To make an appointment with OSS, call (307) 635-2562.

WARNING: This episode talks about the loss of children, stillbirths and miscarriages. Please use caution when listening. On this episode, we talk with Brittney and Dan Wells of Cheyenne who have experienced child loss. They talk about what the Cheyenne Regional Butterfly Release means to them and how it has helped them heal through the loss of their children. Brittney and Dan also have a local non...

Dr. Daniel Kisicki of Orthopedics & Surgical Specialists joins us to talk about his patient care philosophy, what he loves about practicing medicine in the community he grew up in and what his favorite movie is!

Dr. Rifai from the CRMG Heart & Vascular Institute discusses heart failure and the "Hearts Stronger, Together" Support Group starting on April 17, 2025. The support group will take place on April 17, June 19, August 21, October 16 and December 18 at 5:30 p.m. in Auditoriums A & B at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. For more information, call (307) 633-7060.

General and Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Samuel Saltz from CRMG Orthopedics and Surgical Specialists, discusses how to be supportive of morbidly obese patients and how seeking medical care can help them get their lives back.

CRMC Lead Outpatient Dietitian, Anna Hambright, MS, RD, LD, ACSM-CPT, and Lead Inpatient Dietitian, Lexi Lozano, RD, LD, stopped by the studio to discuss National Nutrition Month!  This year's theme for National Nutrition Month is "Food Connects Us". Anna and Lexi provide tips on how to eat healthier as a family, nutritious options on a budget and how food connects us.

CRMG Medical Specialty Clinic pulmonologist, Dr. Rage Geringer, joins us to discuss what he loves about Wyoming, his favorite part about his job and what his special talent is!

Cheyenne Regional's President and CEO, Tim Thornell, stopped by the studio to tell us more about himself and what's new and exciting at Cheyenne Regional. BONUS: Stick around to learn some fun facts about Tim!

This week we’re joined by CRMG Medical Specialty Clinic neurologist Dr. Liam Clark to talk about functional neurological disorder. We discuss what it is, what it looks like and how it affects the body.

CRMG neurologist, Dr. Tracie Caller, discusses varying risk factors for stroke and why it’s important to check your blood pressure at least once a year.

Laboratory Director, Rissa Lease, discusses important new changes to the lab including new on-site allergen tests and how the new process improves patient experience.

Welcome to the final installation of our three-part macronutrients series! CRMC Lead Outpatient Dietitian, Anna Hambright, returns to break down what carbohydrates are and why they are nutritionally valuable. DISCLAIMER: The intention of this podcast is not to help with weight loss or weight gain, but simply to provide education on the different macronutrients.

Welcome to the second installation of our three-part macronutrients series. CRMC Lead Outpatient Dietitian, Anna Hambright, returns to break down what proteins are and why they are nutritionally valuable. DISCLAIMER: The intention of this podcast is not to help with weight loss or weight gain, but simply to provide education on the different macronutrients.

This is the first installation of our three-part macronutrients series. On this episode CRMC Lead Outpatient Dietitian, Anna Hambright, breaks down what macronutrients are and why our bodies need each one. We will begin by breaking down fats. DISCLAIMER: The intention of this podcast is not to help with weight loss or weight gain, but simply to provide education on the different macronutrients.

Welcome back! On this episode we're joined by Pain Management Specialist, Dr. Natalie Winter from the Cheyenne Regional Medical Group Medical Specialty Clinic! Dr. Winter tells us how she treats patients as a pain management specialist and what pain management is.

Have you ever wondered what a hospitalist is and how they work with other specialists to care for patients? Dr. Kathlene Mondanaro, Medical Director for Adult and Pediatric Hospitalist Services, joins us this week to help us understand the world of hospital medicine.

Dr. Curtis Adams from the CRMG Wyoming Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Clinic joins us to discuss surgical and non-surgical options for knee and hip pain as well as the advantages of an anterior hip replacement.

This week, we hear from Cheyenne Regional Cancer Center's Dr. Benjamin Willen to discuss how radiation breaks down cancer cells and how our team cares for patients and provides emotional support.

Inspire Great Health is back! On this week's episode we are joined by Cheyenne Regional dietitians Kali Lemaster and Lexi Lozano to discuss National Nutrition Month, when to incorporate supplements into your diet and why you should avoid "over-supplementing".

Heart failure is an ongoing medical issue for adults in the United States - with about one out of every four adults being diagnosed. Cardiologist Abdelhadi Rifai, MD from the Cheyenne Regional Medical Group (CRMG) Heart and Vascular Institute joins us to discuss important lifestyle changes that lead to improved heart health and how his clinic assists heart patients in their recovery. For more info...

This week we are joined by Shala Swarm, DNP from the Cheyenne Regional Medical Group Weight Management Program. Shala works with Dr. Igal Breitman and offers alternatives to weight loss surgery, including medications and behavior modifications. To learn more about Shala and the CRMG Weight Management Program, visit https://www.cheyenneregional.org/provider/swarm-shala-dnp-fnp-c/.

Neurologist Dr. Liam Clark from the CRMG Medical Specialty Clinic joins us to talk about why there is no such thing as a "normal" headache and how to be more proactive in preventing headaches.

Jason Mincer from Enroll Wyoming discusses important upcoming changes with Medicaid that can affect medical coverage. If you have health insurance through Medicaid, pay close attention to your mail for communication regarding your coverage!

Dr. Igal Breitman from CRMG General Surgery discusses the three main weight loss surgeries - Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS), gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y) and sleeve gastrectomy. We also touch on the social stigma regarding obesity and how patients can set themselves up for success leading up to and following the surgical procedure. If you have questions about weight loss sur...