Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts

For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters .

Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips...

Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news yo...

More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses are available around the clock at all 3 ECC location...

What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you...

There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust,...

Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts y...

Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve patient outcomes. You can also watch the video reco...

Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more...

According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters .

There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly dig...

Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo cha...

Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. You can also watch the video recording on our Vime...

Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast,...

There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you...

There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you tr...

The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strategies. You can also watch the video recording on o...

Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memo...

Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips &...

M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newslette...

In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here ....

Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s mont...

Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so important. You can also watch the video recording on ou...

SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are impacting the community in a positive way. You can...

In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here . For more health tips & news you can us...