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Send us Fan Mail The first installment of our new mini-series, Medicine: Color, Culture and Equity. As we celebrate MLK Day today and look ahead to Black History Month, Marcus Cooper, certified surgical technologist at St. Luke's, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss being black in medicine. The struggles, challenges, successes, role models and more. Our new mini-series, Medicine: Color, Culture and E...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Stephen Pedron, physician at UnityPoint Clinic Maternal Fetal Medicine, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss whether or not pregnant women should get the COVID-19 vaccine. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Nancy Yeisley, MSW, LISW, OSW-C, oncology social worker at the Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the importance of self-care for patients and caregivers when dealing with a cancer diagnosis and the resources provided at the Community Cancer Center. ***This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some services discussed in the podcast...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Arnold discusses the COVID-19 vaccine. Should you get the vaccine, what are possible side effects, when it may be available to health care workers and the general public, and more! If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Beth Beckett, RD, CSO, LD, oncology dietitian at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss nutrition and its impact on cancer risk. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Abha Saxena, nephrologist at UnityPoint Clinic Diabetes and Kidney Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the kidneys, causes of kidney disease, over-the-counter medications and more! If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in our community, Dr. Arnold brings back his COVID-19 update series. Today Dr. Arnold goes over the current situation at the hospital, testing, Thanksgiving celebrations and more. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Sara Nightingale and Erica Albaugh, members of St. Luke's Stop Abuse for Everyone (S.A.F.E.) Committee, return to the podcast to discuss human trafficking. Types of human trafficking, warning signs, resources and more. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Andrea Watkinson, manager - Clinical Services, at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss lung cancer screening, who's a candidate for screening and more. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Alecia Allen, physician at UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Northridge, returns to the podcast to discuss the signs, symptoms and journey of menopause. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Nick Warneke, PT, DPT, CMTPT, senior physical therapist at St. Luke's Therapy Plus, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss dry needling. What it is, what's the process, what are the benefits and more! If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Mark Butschi, RN, manager of St. Luke's Heart Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the recent Heart Center renovation and the improvements made to the facility. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Sara Nightingale and Erica Albaugh, members of St. Luke's Stop Abuse for Everyone (S.A.F.E) Committee, join Dr. Arnold to discuss types of domestic violence, resources available for victims, and what the SAFE Committee is doing at St. Luke's for Domestic Violence Awareness month in October. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the pod...

Send us Fan Mail Therese Michels, R.T.(R)(M)(BD), manager at St. Luke's Breast & Bone Health, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss breast cancer screening mammogram recommendations for women. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Susie Douglas returns to the podcast to talk about her bike ride for Colon Cancer Awareness, lessons learned on the trail, her brother's care at the Nassif Community Cancer Center and more. There's still time to contribute to the 2,500 Miles for Colon Cancer Awareness Campaign. To learn more or donate, visit communitycancercenter.org/2500miles. If you have a topic you&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Carol Schueller, PT, DPT, manager of St. Luke's Therapy Plus, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss a common ailment - back pain. She also talks about services offered at Therapy Plus and its upcoming 25th anniversary celebration. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Luke Spellman, pediatrician at UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics, returns to the podcast to discuss teething, as well first foods and introducing your baby to solid foods. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Stephen Pedron, physician at UnityPoint Clinic Maternal Fetal Medicine, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss high-risk pregnancies. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Nancy Lorenzini, medical acupuncturist at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss acupuncture and how it can benefit cancer patients. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail With COVID-19 still affecting our daily lives and influenza season approaching quickly, Dr. Clete Younger, physician at UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Medical District, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the latest information. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Mary Beth Peiffer, oncology dietitian at the Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss diet and how it can directly relate to our colon health and colon cancer risk. This podcast is part of the 2,500 Miles for Colon Cancer Awareness Campaign. To learn more about the campaign or to contribute, visit communitycancercenter.org/2500miles. If you have a topic...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Alicia Allen, physician at Family Medicine - Northridge, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss Hormone Replacement Therapy. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Leeann Moses, RN, lactation specialist, joins Dr. Arnold during World Breastfeeding Week to discuss frequently asked questions about breastfeeding. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Niyati Sharma, medical director at St. Luke’s Wound and Hyberbaric Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss various aspects of specialized wound care.  If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.

Send us Fan Mail St. Luke's recently installed CASPR, a no-touch disinfection system that provides around-the-clock cleaning. In this episode, Christophe Suchy, co-founder and president of CASPR Group, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the science behind the product. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukescr@unitypoint.org.