The Body Show

That funny looking mole on your arm? Could it be skin cancer? Dr. Dylan Lee is in the studio, sharing his expertise in dermatology and how to know if something is serious, or is it okay to just keep an eye on it? Listen in to find out!

Obstructive sleep apnea can affect much more than just your sleep, this condition can also contribute to heart arrythmias, high blood pressure, diabetes, energy levels and much more. Treating this can include a machine like a CPAP, and there have been a lot of advances in the types of masks and machines that are available. Maya Alba Nordstrom, NP is in the studio along with ENT surgical specialist...

Topic: Compression Fractures

Grief - it's not a one time event, it's a lifelong process. Given all that's going on in the world, what can help to process the feelings of overwhelming grief in reaction to the challenges of life? Dr. Theresa Wee, a pediatrician with almost 4 decades of experience in the medical profession, shares her story of loss and finding her way through the pain to a new perspective on life. Learn how art...

The practice of medicine - is it just science, or is it an art? Dr. Allen Sussman, author of a new book entitled "Saving the Art of Medicine" believes it's a bit of both. Sharing his journey from a believer in the science-based studies of medical school and residency to the wisdom of many decades of practice, he shares his advice on how to make the practice of medicine a lifelong endeavor. In this...

Melaca Cannella is a Health and Wellness Board Certified Nurse Coach who focuses her efforts on educating people about their medical conditions and working with them on helping to achieve their goals. She established the Sjogren's and Lupus Foundation of Hawaii in 2015 and has passionately served her community to help raise awareness and provide education and support. You can find her at alwaysbhe...

Dr. William Loui is a medical oncologist at Castle Adventist Medical Center, helping to address common myths about breast cancer, and share the latest facts and research that has changed the treatment course for this condition in the past few years. Listen in to hear the latest!

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - Part 2

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - Part 1

Val Chang, president of the Hawaii COPD coalition, is on the show to talk about the latest regarding COPD.

Waikiki Health’s Director of Behavioral Health Dr. Conrad Moreno shared his expertise on the overall benefits of integrated healthcare in treating the whole person- an approach that has become increasingly more important in addressing the collateral damage imposed by Covid and other current events.

Ketamine, previously used as an anesthetic, has been given approval for new indications and formulations from the FDA. Dr. Michael Pasquale shares his experiences and thoughts on the usefulness of this treatment for people who suffer with depression.

Vaping can be just as bad as conventional cigarettes, with future health consequences unknown. Josh Ching from the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Hawaii and City Councilman Matt Weyer of District #2 share their thoughts on how legislative efforts to reduce the availability of flavored vape can help.

Dr. Cheryl Twu from WellnessObGyn is in the studio sharing the latest in women’s health for all ages. From HPV vaccination to osteoporosis, find out what’s necessary at all ages of life!

Does what you eat really have an impact on your health? What about for those with problems with their kidneys? Mala Lange, author, artist, singer, creative cook- is in the studio sharing her story of saving her husband’s kidneys by making changes in the food they eat. Her book, Kidney Friendly a True Success Story was written to share their experiences to help others along the way.

The FDA just approved Lequmbi (TM) , a novel treatment for Alzheimer’s dementia. What does that mean for our local population? Dr. Kore Liow Founder of Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience is on the show to share his expertise with the latest on clinical trials, advances in treatment for dementia, and much much more!

Pharmacogenomics, it's the intersection of how the body responds to medication based on our personal genetics. Could this make a difference in what medication you take? Corrie Sanders, pharmacist, President of the Hawaii Pharmacists Association and founder of Huna Health, is in the studio, here to explain how a simple test might change what your doctor prescribes for common cardiac and mental heal...

Dr. Daniel Lev of the Comfort Clinic is in the studio to share what it takes to create a ‘new normal’ for those people living with chronic pain. Support and skills training are at the center of his positive based approach, and he is making it accessible more than ever before with the introduction of a group program. Learn more at comfortclinic.org.

When is it memory loss and when it is an early sign of dementia? Dr. Kore Liow of Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience helps to break down the easy way to know the difference in part 1 of our memory series.

Getting good sleep helps you to live a more energetic life and can improve your medical health! Dr. Valerie Cacho is on the show sharing how much sleep we really need, how to know if it’s happening, and the latest in the testing and treatment for sleep apnea. www.sleeplifemed.com

Pharmacogenomics, it's the intersection of how the body responds to medication based on our personal genetics. Could this make a difference in what medication you take? Corrie Sanders, pharmacist, President of the Hawaii Pharmacists Association and founder of Huna Health, is in the studio, here to explain how a simple test might change what your doctor prescribes for common cardiac and mental heal...

Our joints support us from birth, but sometimes over time a little wear and tear takes place. Find out the latest in joint replacements with our discussion with Dr. David Rovinsky, where we review the latest technologies and strategies to make joint surgery better than ever!

Joint replacements - no one volunteers for this surgery unless they really need it. What's the latest in the surgical techniques? Dr. David Rovinsky is on the show, sharing his expertise with the latest technologies of knee joint replacements, and how this is taking place right here in the islands, making recovery even easier with the support of loved ones at home.

Life can throw us some curveballs every once in a while, but what happens when they keep on coming? How can someone stay upbeat when their loved ones receive devastating diagnoses and they are just trying to keep going? "Hope Inspires Strength" author Liane Chong shares her last few years of challenging times, and how despite all of the difficulties, she was able to chart a course that helped hers...

Colon Cancer rates are going up in younger patients. What's the reason? Why is it better to catch this condition early rather than at a later state? We'll talk to a surgeon about the best way to prevent an advanced diagnosis. Rebecca Sawai from Kaiser Permanente is on the show to share her first hand experience as a colorectal surgeon.