The Healing Podcast - Brought to you by MarinHealth

If you’ve had a stroke, chances are fear of a recurrence is always in the back of your mind. The current recurrence rate for US stroke survivors is around 10% yet many of these secondary strokes could have been avoided. That’s why it’s wise to do all you can to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Ilkcan Cokgor, a Neurologist and member of the medical staff at MarinHealth, has some good advice to hel...

“Time is brain.” That’s the adage doctors use when they talk about surviving a stroke with minimal damage to the brain. If the patient is having an ischemic stroke, the kind that is caused by a blood clot, doctors have a four-and-a-half-hour window from the onset of the stroke to administer TPA. So, what is TPA and how does it work? As a member of the medical staff at MarinHealth, neurologist Ilka...

La cirugía de afirmación de género facial ha logrado avances notables en los últimos años. Estos delicados procedimientos de cirugía plástica alinean la estructura facial de una persona con el género con el que siempre se han identificado. La cirugía es altamente personalizada: el cirujano necesita obtener una comprensión clara de la estructura facial, los deseos y las expectativas del paciente an...

Facial gender affirmation surgery has made remarkable advances in recent years. These delicate plastic surgery procedures align a person’s facial structure with the gender they have always identified with. The surgery is highly personalized–the surgeon needs to gain a clear understanding of the patient’s facial structure, desires, and expectations before planning the procedure. Dr. Angela Rodrigue...

Dr Alice Yee discusses her education and training in family medicine.

Too many women over 40 think urinary incontinence is a fact of life. Unfortunately, this common problem can have a devastating impact on a woman’s self-confidence and activity level. Dr. Robert Chan, a urologist at MarinHealth Urology | A UCSF Health Clinic, has helped hundreds of women overcome incontinence. In this podcast, he discusses the different types of incontinence, the impact of childbir...

Nearly four in ten women will experience some degree of incontinence after giving birth. For some, this bothersome condition will go away on its own within the first six weeks after birth. But what if the problem persists? Dr. Robert Chan, a urologist at MarinHealth Urology | A UCSF Health Clinic, specializes in incontinence and pelvic reconstruction. Here, he discusses the causes of post-pregnanc...

Marinhealth Medical Center is one of a small number of Bay Area hospitals to offer a woman a choice of a physician- or midwife-assisted labor and delivery. What is the difference? In this detailed interview, Mary Newberry, MarinHealth Certified Nurse Midwife, answers questions about midwifery you didn’t even know you had. Find out why a midwife-assisted birth is an empowering choice for so many wo...

Sports are a wonderful way for children and teens to stay physically fit, make friends, and learn to be team players. But accidents happen, and concussion is a real risk. That’s why Marin County instituted its Concussion Management Program. In this podcast, MarinHealth Athletic Trainer Marcella Shorty explains how she assesses potential concussions right on the sports field, based on the Sports Co...

There are two ways to address a diagnosis of prediabetes: The wrong way is to shrug it off and carry on as usual, with no changes to your diet or exercise regimen. The smart way is to view your diagnosis as a warning, take charge of your health, and prevent prediabetes from progressing to full blown type 2 diabetes. Katy McDermott, a Registered Nutrition and Dietician and Diabetes Educator at Mari...

Every year, between 2 and 10% of pregnancies are affected by gestational diabetes, one of the most common types of “high risk pregnancies.” Untreated, gestational diabetes can lead to premature birth and even still birth. Katy McDermott, a Registered Nutrition and Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator at MarinHealth Braden Diabetes Center, has been educating and advising women with gestational...

Think doulas are only for unmedicated births? Think there’s no point in having a doula if you’re having a C-section? Think again. A doula can help you prepare for your baby’s arrival long before those first contractions hit, and even once you’ve gone home with your new arrival. Meet seasoned doula Mollee Franklin, CD, CLE. In this podcast, she explains just how a doula works with her clients to ea...

In recent years, the centuries-old Chinese healing art of acupuncture has grown in popularity in the U.S. An increasing number of American hospitals and medical practices are offering acupuncture as an integrative treatment modality. Yet many people who have never experienced the benefits of acupuncture still have misconceptions about this ancient practice. In this podcast, Dr. Camille Loveman sha...

Dr. Joshua Biddle and Kora Schmid, BCC have a flowing discussion about palliative care and why it is the soul of medicine.

Jerome Smith was working in IT and volunteering with an afterschool program for underserved youngsters when he realized his true passion was helping kids. So he went back to school, getting his medical degree from George Washington University. Dr. Smith’s philosophy of care reflects the influence of his mentors at Cedars-Sinai in LA, where he completed his internship and residency. Dr. Smith belie...

Dr. Sydney Sawyer of MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic wanted to be a pediatrician since the age of six! Her goal is to partner with parents and guide them through their children’s ages and stages, from birth to age 22. A New England native, the UCSF trained physician has three children of her own.

Dr. Cindy Greenberg, a Pediatrician at MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic, has always enjoyed working with kids. Dr. Greenberg grew up in Marin where she has raised three children of her own. Here, she discusses how a lifelong calling to care for others has informed her choice of career and philosophy of care.

Dr. Elisa Washburn's hands-on approach to care stems from her 16 years as a rolfer. She worked with many people who were living with chronic pain and wanted to learn new ways to help them. A graduate of TUCOM, TOURO Osteopathic College of Medicine in Vallejo, she has a strong background in osteopathic manipulation. Dr. Washburn is a committed advocate for her patients and believes in including the...

Dr. Megan Reeves, a Pediatrician at MarinHealth Pediatric Care | A UCSF Health Clinic, has an interesting take on the role of a pediatrician. She believes it’s the ultimate form of preventive medicine–an opportunity to partner with families and get youngsters on the path to a lifetime of good health.

Did you know “Caregiver Stress” is an actual condition that affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally? Over time, the demands and responsibilities of caregiving can affect your blood pressure, your concentration, your digestion, your sleep, and many other aspects of your health. And sadly, caregiver stress is all too common. Kora Schmid, palliative care supervisor, and spiritual care ad...

Whether it’s a fracture, a dislocation, or a torn meniscus, a knee injury can really hobble you. As an active person, how do you reduce your risk of knee injuries? When should you see a doctor? And what’s new in knee surgery?  Get the scoop from a man who really knows knees, MarinHealth Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Brown. This podcast covers a lot of ground, from the impact of osteoporosis on kn...

Your neighbor’s hooked on Keto. Your boss swears by the Mediterranean Diet. Your cousin’s lost ten pounds with intermittent fasting. And your best friend says she’s got to DASH. Which diets are good for weight loss? Which is sustainable long term? In this podcast, Pam Riggs, Outpatient Nutrition Coordinator and Registered Dietician Nutritionist at MarinHealth, breaks down the popular diets. Listen...

Just because you’re currently enrolled in Medicare doesn’t mean you have the plan that best fits your circumstances. Now’s the time to review your options and, if desired, make a change. Anyone who has Medicare part A and part B can enroll, disenroll or change their Medicare Advantage Plan during Medicare Open Enrollment, from October 15th through December 7th. In this podcast, Joe Valenzuela, a L...

Many people look forward to making the move to Medicare. But first, it’s essential to understand the basics because you have some important choices to make before arriving at the option that best fits your needs. Ivan Lopez, a licensed agent with Van Berg Insurance Services who works with MarinHealth partner Canopy Health, specializes in educating people about their Medicare options. In this podca...

These are challenging times and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Rather than give in to worry and negative thinking, take a few minutes to clear and refresh your mind with this guided meditation led by Kia De Lao from MarinHealth Integrative Wellness Center.