Live Greater | A University of Maryland Medical System Podcast

Discover expert insights on post-stroke care and recovery. From lifestyle changes to rehab strategies, this podcast offers guidance for recovery and improving quality of life. Learn from Lindsay Goff, the Primary Stroke Program Coordinator at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health, valuable tips and resources to help you and your loved ones after a stroke.

Do you live with daily joint pain? You are not alone. Fortunately, there are many options to get relief that do not require surgery. In this podcast, learn from Dr. Shelia Taylor and Dr. Myron Szczukowski, orthopedic specialists at The Orthopedic Center, a partner of UM Shore Regional Health, to discuss the latest medical therapies and procedures for pain relief.

A lung nodule is a small abnormal mass in the lungs that is often found during lung cancer screenings. In this podcast, Dr. Peter Olivieri, a board-certified pulmonary and critical care physician at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, will explain the different types of lung nodules, how they are detected, the latest treatments, how they can be prevented and more.

Explore the unique world of pregnancy among women of color. Discover eye-opening insights into healthcare and culture, unraveling the powerful interplay of identity, race, and emotional well-being. This conversation with Donna Neale, an OB/GYN at UM Capital Region Health, will enrich your understanding of this important topic.

Most people have probably heard of a stroke or even know someone who has had one, but do you know what it really is, what to do if someone (including yourself) has one and how to prevent them? Nickie Miskell, RN, Stroke Program Coordinator at UM Capital Region Health, answers these questions and more.

Have you had back surgery and still have pain or other problems? You might need a second surgery. Learn from Dr. Khalid Kurtom, a neurosurgeon at University of Maryland Shore Medical Group and member of the UM Spine Network, when to see your doctor, what a second surgery entails, how to prevent needing a second surgery and more.

Advanced wound care requires specialized treatments. Find out from Loren Elchik, a wound care specialist, where you should go for the right kind of care.

We all know that exercise is good for us. But did you know that exercise can help lessen your chance of getting breast cancer? Exercise also helps during breast cancer treatment and recovery. In this podcast, learn from Dr. Kamila Choi why exercise helps, what kinds you need to do, and whether it is helpful for preventing other cancers as well. Additional Resources: https://www.cancer.gov/about-ca...

According to the NIH National Cancer Institute, an estimated 14% of all new cases of cancer in 2022 were prostate cancer. Additional research published in JAMA Network shows that African American men are twice as likely to get prostate cancer compared to white men, and to die from it. Why and how can we turn the tables for all men to prevent prostate cancer? In this podcast, learn from Dr. David L...

Aromatherapy can smell wonderful, but did you know there is more to it than just scent? There is a science behind which oils to choose and how you use them. There are also safety measures to keep in mind. In this podcast, learn from Kathy Fritze, an integrative nurse at University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, what you need to know to use essential oils and aromatherapy safely and to thei...

Bariatric surgery is a great tool for stubborn weight loss that doesn’t happen with regular diet and exercise. But it is not a free ticket to thinness. You still have to eat right and exercise. How does the nutrition part work? In this podcast, learn how food plays a part in your weight loss efforts after surgery, how long you will have to diet and what that means. Learn more about the bariatric p...

You may have heard that exercise produces endorphins that make your brain think more clearly and helps boost your mood. Is this true? In this podcast, Dr. Lisa Carchedi, a psychiatrist at the Klein Family Harford County Crisis Center, tells us about the many ways that exercise helps us feel better, how we can get the most out of each session, what kind of exercise helps the most and much more.

Could back pain be cancer? It was for Nicholas Vasil. Hear the inspirational story of how a surprise diagnosis wasn’t able to keep Vasil down, and how the right medical team, including spine surgeon Dr. Daniel Cavanaugh, was able to provide prompt specialty care to save Vasil’s life.

Chronic or hard-to-heal wounds can greatly affect your quality of life. They are often caused by trauma, burns, infections, or by underlying conditions such as diabetes. In this podcast, wound expert Dr. Sherif Osman addresses why these wounds are hard to heal and the treatment options available.

You may have heard of an aortic aneurysm, but did you know there are two different types? In this podcast, learn about aortic aneurysms, the distinctions between the two types, the risk factors for each, common symptoms, and treatment options. The featured experts are Dr. Charles Fox, a vascular surgeon at UM Capital Region Health, and Dr. Nathanael Dayes, a former vascular surgeon at UM Capital R...

Many people have heard of hip replacements. They restore mobility and relieve pain in people with degenerative hip disease or hip trauma. There is a technique called an anterior hip replacement that has been shown to be less painful than many other hip replacement options. In this podcast, Dr. William Cook, chief of orthopaedic surgery at UM Upper Chesapeake Health, discusses what makes this proce...

Your chest is tight when you take a deep breath. You suddenly have trouble breathing when you walk up and down the stairs. You have a cough that won’t go away. There are many reasons your primary care provider might refer you to a pulmonologist who specializes in lung health and lung conditions. In this podcast, Dr. Peter Olivieri, a pulmonologist and critical care expert at UM Baltimore Washingto...

Did you know that an estimated 20 to 30 million Americans are a risk for vascular disease? These include stroke, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, aortic aneurysms and others. In most cases, with early detection, vascular disease can be treated effectively. In this podcast, Deidre Smith, a Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, tells us abou...

If you have hip or knee pain, you may wonder if a joint replacement would provide relief. Did you know that not everyone is a good candidate for this surgery? What makes someone a good candidate and what are alternative treatments? In this podcast, Dr. Sumon Nandi, a hip and knee surgeon with the University of Maryland Medical System, talks about hip and knee replacements, how they help, and who i...

Does your low back hurt often? There are some healthy habits to adopt and easy exercises you can do to alleviate the discomfort. In this podcast, Dr. Peter Bowman, Director of Therapy Services for the University of Maryland Orthopaedic Associates, explains the causes of low back pain and shares ways to feel better quickly.

Is your chronic back pain related to your lifestyle? Sitting too much, not exercising enough, too much stress, and even being overweight could affect how your back feels. In this podcast, Dr. Claudia Dal Molin, a sports medicine expert with an interest in lifestyle medicine at the University of Maryland Medical Center, discusses what lifestyle changes can help reduce back pain and what steps you c...

Do your knees go “snap, crackle and pop?” Could that be osteoarthritis? In this podcast, Dr. Kevin McCoy, an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with UM Shore Regional Health, discusses what osteoarthritis is, when to seek help, how to prevent it and more.

If you have pain or burning when you urinate, feel an urgent need to go or go often, have cloudy, bloody or foul-smelling urine, or have pelvic pain, you might have a urinary tract infection. While women have them more often, they can also affect men. And did you know that cranberry juice is not helpful at preventing or curing UTIs? In this podcast, Dr. Scott Burger, Chief Medical Officer of UM Ur...

Health is different for everyone as are their health goals. What does it mean to you and how do you achieve it? In this podcast, Dr. Claudia Dal Molin, a sports medicine expert with a passion for lifestyle medicine from University of Maryland Medical Center, discusses health, goals, lifestyle medicine and how to find the healthiest you.

Science and medicine are always evolving – getting better, more efficient – so we can live healthier, longer lives. This is true for breast health as well. In this podcast, Dr. Meghan Garstka, breast surgical oncologist at the Breast Center at UM Upper Chesapeake Health, talks about the importance of breast screening and how it can detect abnormalities in the earliest stages.