KTBS: HealthLine 3

June is men's health month, and Chase Ebarb with Brentwood Hospital, a license master social worker and clinician, talks about how men can take care of their mental health.

Dr. James Barnes is a bariatric surgeon with Highland Clinic in Shreveport. He talks about gastric bypass and the sleeve gastrectomy procedures, the pros and cons of the surgeries, and who is a candidate for each. 

Shed It Weight Loss and Wellness representatives, Irina Haas-Ghattas (co-owner) and Catherine Rogers Schaefer (physician assistant), talk about the GLP-1 class of medications and how they are helping patients like Krystal "Chica" Montez towards their weight loss goals.

Dr. Milan Mody with The Orthopaedic Clinic in Shreveport is a spinal surgeon. He talks about neck and shoulder pain from poor posture related to tech, electronic, and smartphone use. Slack back pain is caused by an increased sedentary lifestyle resulting in lower back pain. 

Dr. Tharwat Ghattas is an oncologist with the Highland Clinic and he highlights national cancer survivorship month and new advancements he's seen in his treatment for cancer.

Dr. Ashish Sonig, director of the Willis Knighton Neurovascular Institute, neurovascular neurosurgeon and skull-base neurosurgeon, talks about brain aneurysm: the symptoms and advancements in treatment. He also discusses the different types of brain tumors and treatment options. 

In this episode, Dr. David Hamm, heart surgeon with WK Red River Cardiovascular Surgery, shares the remarkable advances he’s witnessed in cardiac care throughout his career. He also breaks down the different surgeries he performs to help patients feel better and live healthier lives.

Dr. Miles Sugar, a vascular surgeon with WK Vascular Surgery talks about the advancements in vascular surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysms, how to catch it early, and risk factors that increase your likelihood of developing an aneurysm.

Dr. James Barnes, bariatric surgeon with the Highland Clinic in Shreveport, talks about the uncertain future of compounded cheaper versions of weight loss drugs, bariatric surgery, and his upcoming mission trip to Honduras.

Dr. Sylvanus Ly with The Orthopaedic Clinic in Shreveport talks about ways to ease into exercise and more sports activities this summer without the aches and pains. He also suggests what warning signs and when it's time to see an orthopedic specialist. 

 Dr. Vinay Kothapalli, psychiatrist at Brentwood Hospital, joins us for Mental Health Awareness Month to discuss personal resilience, coping strategies, and when it’s time to seek help.

Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III and Dr. Christopher Shelby with WK Eye Institute explain when and who is a good candidate for LASIK and cataract surgery.

Get ready to shed the last couple of pounds before your summer vacation with Shed It Weight Loss and Wellness representatives, Irina Haas-Ghattas and Catherine Rogers, PA-C, and Jessica Comegys with Glow Alchemy Kitchen on this episode of Healthline 3.

Courtney Butts sits down with Dr. Ray Jarvis, a dentist with Restoration Dental, to discuss proper oral hygiene and his opinion on fluoridated public drinking water.

Courtney Butts, KTBS 3 anchor and dietitian, talks with Dr. Karen Berken, an OBGYN with Women's Health Associates with Willis Knighton Bossier, and she talks about the warning signs of endometriosis and when to seek medical attention.

Michael Smith with Brentwood Hospital talks about Autism Spectrum Disorder, the ASD program at Brentwood, and how parents can make sure their child is getting the help they need.

KTBS 3 Johnette Manger talks with Mark Callanan, MD of WK Orthopedics.

Things are changing in the weight loss industry. Dr. James Barnes discusses important updates with cost-effective compounded weight loss injections.

Shed It! Weight Loss and Wellness talks about ways to get ready for the summer months with GLP-1 injections and basic tips to help you get back on track before the summer months.

Dr. Kathryn Gayle with Willis Knighton Advanced Cardiac Imaging talks about advanced cardiac imaging and when a patient may need this type of imaging.

Dr. Christopher Shelby with WK Eye Institute talks about cataract surgery, when you should consider having the surgery, and symptoms/warning signs to look out for.

Irina Haas-Ghattas (CEO and co-owner) and Catherine Rogers (PA-C) with Shed It! Weight Loss and Wellness talk about getting ready for your summer body with GLP-1 medications. They discuss what Shed It! offers with their comprehensive approach to weight loss—coaching, weight loss injections, Fit 3D body scanner, and accountability. 

Dr. Vik Chatrath is an orthopedic surgeon and the director of joint replacement surgery with Willis Knighton Bossier Orthopedics. He talks about the latest and greatest technology he's bringing to his orthopedic practice.

Dr. Joseph Golden with Willis Knighton Bossier Cardiology talks about recognizing heart attack symptoms and reducing your risk factors for heart disease.

Dr. James Barnes is a bariatric surgeon and weight loss specialist with Highland Clinic in Shreveport. He talks about surgical and medical options for weight loss.