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Send us Fan Mail In this back-to-school episode, Dr. Arnold is joined by Dr. Dinah Conti with UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics and Lindsey Fiechtner, PA-C, with UnityPoint Clinic Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to discuss what parents should keep in mind as their kiddos head back to school. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at st...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. John Sevening with UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics - Hiawatha, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss co-sleeping with an infant and why it's dangerous. He also gives his safe sleeping recommendations for parents. 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 Wonderful, amazing people like you — you’re why we do what we do. With care you can trust, we'll be with you every step of the way on your healthcare journey. https://www.unitypoint.org Watch the video here:  Wonderful People - YouTube 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 Brandie Dolter, Environmental Services manager at St. Luke's Hospital, joins Dr. Arnold to give listeners a look into a day in the life of Environmental Services. She shares daily routines, various projects and tasks, training, and so much more.  If you're interested in a career in Environmental Services or any other role at St. Luke's, visit unitypoint.org/careers....

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Clete Younger, medical director of St. Luke's Transitional Care Center, joins Dr. Arnold to talk about who we serve at the TCC, our new long-term care options and how to select the right place for your loved one's healing journey. To learn more about St. Luke's Transitional Care Center, visit https://www.unitypoint.org/locations/st-lukes-helen-g-nassif-transitio...

Send us Fan Mail Rachel Petersen, obstetrical outreach coordinator for St. Luke's Birth Care Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss "Spinning Babies" and how it has helped St. Luke's decrease its C-section rates. To learn more about St. Luke's Birth Care Center, visit unitypoint.org. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Brian Lindsay, pulmonologist with UnityPoint Clinic Multi-Specialty, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss signs, symptoms and treatment of bronchitis. They also discuss recent air quality issues and how it can affect patients with lung conditions. To learn more about lung care, visit unitypoint.org. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast,...

Send us Fan Mail UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital opened in 1884. Here's a look at the history of the hospital, how it started and how the team members continue to provide exceptional care to the Cedar Rapids, Iowa community for over a century. Learn more about us at unitypoint.org If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an e...

Send us Fan Mail Cassi Zimmerman, nurse practitioner at UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Tower Terrace, returns to the podcast to discuss how seeing your primary care provider on a routine basis and keeping up with preventive screenings can help you maintain your health. To schedule an appointment with Cassi or any other UnityPoint Clinic provider, visit unitypoint.org and click on "Find a...

Send us Fan Mail BJ Schreckengast, Plant Operations manager at St. Luke's Hospital, joins Dr. Arnold to give listeners a look into a day in the life of Plant Operations. He shares daily routines, various projects and tasks, training, and so much more.  If you're interested in a career in plant operations or any other role at St. Luke's, visit unitypoint.org/careers. If you have a to...

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling the strain of shoulder pain from playing your favorite sports? Don't let injury hold you back from performing at your best! Join Dr. Arnold as he chats with Brock Yotty, a senior physical therapist at St. Luke's Therapy Plus, who shares invaluable insights on common shoulder injuries in athletes and how to prevent them. Brock also explains when surgery ma...

Send us Fan Mail Carol Meade, director of St. Luke's Behavioral Health Services, joins Dr. Arnold for part two of our series on workplace violence. In this episode, they discuss what Carol has seen in the behavioral health units and the measures being implemented to support our team members. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an ema...

Send us Fan Mail Kelly Printy, RN, supervisor of St. Luke's Oncology Unit, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the rising incidence of violence against healthcare workers. She talks about what she's seen on her unit and steps that are taken to address the issue. 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 Cassi Zimmerman, a new clinician at UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Tower Terrace, joins Dr. Arnold to talk about her background, clinical and personal interests, what led her to UnityPoint Health and much more. To schedule an appointment with Cassi, call (319) 206-7370 or visit unitypoint.org. This is another episode in a segment on the podcast called "New Clinician Spot...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kathryn Reed with Linn County Anesthesiologists and St. Luke's Interventional Pain Clinic joins Dr. Arnold to discuss chronic pain management and treatment. To learn more about the Interventional Pain Clinic call (319) 369-8204. 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 Chelsea Putz, manager of St. Luke’s Hospitalist Program, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss St. Luke’s  telehospitalist program, which leverages telemedicine technology for general inpatient care overnight.  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. Jennifer Donovan, Abbe Mental Health Center associate medical director, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss depression, treatment of the condition and more. If you are struggling with depression, Abbe Health is here for you. Call the 24/7 Emergency/Crisis Services line at (319) 398-3562. To learn more about Abbe Health, visit unitypoint.org/abbehealth.  If you have a topic you'd...

Send us Fan Mail Marion Patterson, healing energy worker at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss healing energy work and the benefits it can provide for patients.  To learn more about healing energy and all Integrative Wellness services available to cancer patients at the Nassif Community Cancer Center, visit https://www.communitycancercenter.org/support-services/integra...

Send us Fan Mail Jan Mussell, RN, and Michelle Thompson, RN, House Supervisors at St. Luke's Hospital, join Dr. Arnold to give listeners a look into a day in the life of a House Supervisor. They talk about what the role entails, why they enjoy the job, challenges faced, advice for younger nurses and much more. If you're interested in a career as a nurse or any other role at St. Luke&apos...

Send us Fan Mail Teresa Daubitz, LBSW, TIES program coordinator, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the Teaching Interventions to Empower and Strengthen Families (TIES) program and how it can help resolve behavioral issues in children. To learn more, call the TIES program at (319) 558-4861. If you have a topic you'd like Dr. Arnold to discuss with a guest on the podcast, shoot us an email at stlukes...

Send us Fan Mail April is Donate Life Month. Eric Briesemeister, Jones Regional Medical Center CEO and Iowa Donate Life board chair, joins Dr. Arnold to educate listeners about organ donation and how to register as an organ, eye and tissue donor. Currently, there are over 600 people waiting for an organ transplant in Iowa. To learn more and to register, visit iowadonornetwork.org. If you have a to...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. James Levett, cardiothoracic surgeon, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the new UnityPoint Health - Heart and Lung Surgery satellite clinic at Finley Hospital in Dubuque. This new clinic will give patients in Dubuque easier access to St. Luke's nationally recognized heart and lung surgical care, while staying closer to home for consultations, surgery follow-up care, cardiac reh...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Lianne Farley, UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss ear infection symptoms, treatment, prevention and more. For more information or to find a pediatrician visit unitypoint.org. 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 A cancer diagnosis not only affects the patient, but the patient's loved ones as well. Often a loved one becomes a caregiver and walks alongside the patient through the cancer journey. Adrienne Douglas served as the primary caregiver for her husband Zach as he battled colon cancer. She joins the podcast to talk about that journey and how the Nassif Community Cancer Center hel...

Send us Fan Mail Colon cancer survivor and awareness advocate Phil Decker returns to the podcast to give an update on his treatment, reflect on his cancer journey so far and share his future plans to raise awareness. If you are over 45, talk to your doctor today about colon cancer screening, or call St. Luke's Gastroenterology at (319) 366-8695.  If you've been diagnosed with colon cance...