Valley Health Check with Horizon Health

This episode of  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health! Kevin chats with Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Judah Donaldson!   Do you have knee pain?  In this episode we discuss Knee Osteoarthritis & Visco Supplementation.  What is  Knee Osteoarthritis?  Is it similar to regular Arthritis, & who does it effect?  We also talk Visco Supplement...

This episode of  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health Kevin chats with Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Judah Donaldson!   Do you have back, knee, or shoulder pain?  Back pain can be debilitating.  We discuss Degenerative Disk Disease.  What is it?  What are the treatment options & what is the long term outcome?  If you're dealing with back pain, or any...

This episode of  Valley Health Check Kevin chats with Doctor of Physical Therapy for Horizon Health , Abi Snyder!  We talk about a " Skilled Swing Bed" which is often referred to as "Rehab To Home".   Where does it fit in the continuum of care?  We find out when skilled care is needed..  How do patients benefit from skilled care & we find out how your family plays an i...

This episode of  Valley Health Check we chat with Speech Language Pathologist Brenda Stevens & Annie Barrett, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Horizon Health ! We talk about Parkinson's Disease & Therapy! What is this disease? What programs will help? We talk new programs that Horizon Health use and how they see improvement.  What can a patient or family do at home to help? All of...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Registered Nurse Rhonda Walker! We talk about  Advanced Directives.   We find out what it is & why it's so very important !  When you can't make your own health decisions, this is imperative! We discuss Healthcare Power of Attorney, Living Wills & (POLST) Practitioner Or...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Registered Dietitians  Suzanne Schubert & Mika Thomas!  We talk about Meal Planning Skills.   Who can benefit from these skills? We talk about prioritizing counting calories & getting all the food groups! We talk different approaches & of course the benefits of meal...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Registered Dietitians Suzanne Schubert & Mika Thomas! We talk about Diabetes .  We talk about how many people that are affected by it. What is A1C?  We talk about how to manage it.  We discuss diet, exercise & changes that happen with your body!  Be sure to share wi...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank &  Registered Nurse & Cardiopulmonary Manager Shannon Jones !  In this episode we talk about the "HEART" . We find out what a Cardiopulmonary Manager  is.  We talk about how to keep the heart healthy & preventive things we can do before issues! We also talk about Hori...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank &  Cardiology & Family Nurse Practitioner Latia Summerville !  In this episode we talk "AFIB" . What is it & what causes it?  How common is it & who does it generally affect?  We also talk about how it's managed!  Take a listen & even download & share...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Nurse Practitioner & Pain Management Specialist Dax Duncan !  In this episode we talk about "PAIN" .  Back pain can be awful, we talk about that & the range of pain complaints Dax see's every day!  How do you manage the pain & what are the causes.  Find out in t...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode Kevin talks with Erin Frank & Pain Management Specialist Dr. Thomas Pendergast !  They chat about getting your life back, pain management & goal setting plus   the evolution of Pain Management!   We discuss Holistic pain management, chronic pain and how you can try again to get some relief!  We get...

Welcome to Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  In this episode Kevin chats with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Terre Ogle!  We talk Seasonal Affective Disorder !  What is it?  Some of us get the winter blues, is that it?  What are the symptoms? Is it depression?  When should you see a healthcare provider?  Get a better understanding of Seasonal Affective...

Welcome to  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  In this episode Kevin chats with Family Nurse Practitioner Jessica Walker !  We talk Preventative Health Screenings ! From Colonoscopy's to Bone Density Scans. From Mammograms to Pelvic Exams, Prostate & more! We discuss how important preventative health is with these screenings! Take a listen to this important podcast brought to you by Ho...

Welcome to  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  In this episode we chat with General Surgeon Dr. Hachem from Horizon Health!  We talk Bariatric Surgery ! If you are at an unhealthy weight, in this episode you can hear more about this surgery & see if this safe surgery is something right for you! You can schedule a free consultation at myhorizonhealth.org Take a listen and learn how far...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners, Keith Leitzen ! We talk  Medicare! What Medicare questions should you be asking during the enrollment period?  We talk about changes this year & if you travel, how will that affect you? Find out your options & more in this episode!  https://www.myhorizonhealth.org...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners, Keith Leitzen ! We talk everything Medicare & Medicare Advantage ! What is Medicare?  Find out what part A,B,C,D & beyond are!  Get timely & helpful information in this episode as we get closer to Open Enrollment! Find out everything you need to know in this e...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Nurse Practitioner Joy Whitt! We talk Hypertension ! What is Hypertension?  Do you get it because of High blood pressure, or does high blood pressure lead to Hypertension? Does family history come in to play, & how can you get better?  Find out in this episode!! https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ See omny...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!   This episode we talk  "Health & Lifestyle Habits” with Family Nurse Practitioner Nic Thomas!  We can all be doing a little better with our choices.  Eating better, exercise & better sleep.  When it comes to lifestyle habits, is it the same for men & women?  We talk prevention, better habits & a better you in this episode! See omnystu...

It's  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Provider Dr, Bollenbacher!  In this podcast we talk Joints, Replacements & Preservation.  Is seasonal aches & pains hereditary?  Take a listen as we answer these questions and check out https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

It's  Valley Health Check  with  Horizon Health !  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & Horizon Health's General Surgeon Dr. Cozacov!  In this podcast we talk Heartburn!  Why do we get it?  Can it be reversed?  Is surgery a safe option?  Take a listen as we answer these questions..and check out https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk  "SKIN CANCER" with Angie Hamilton, full service dermatology & certified nurse practitioner!  That weird spot on your arm could it be an issue?... is it skin cancer? What should we be looking for?  What about the sun & tanning beds? We talk about the A,B,C,D & E warning signs of cancer! How often should we be checked...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk  "Pelvic Health & Incontinence in Men & Kids" with  Hetal Vora, Doctor of Physical Therapy ! What is the Pelvic Floor?  Men are the last ones to say they have an Incontinence issue, but it could be a problem that can be taken care of.  At what age is it a concern for kids?  The Doctor talks Incontinence!  Are there preve...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk  "Pelvic Health & Incontinence in Women" with  Hetal Vora, Doctor of Physical Therapy ! What is the Pelvic Floor? Do women & men have one!  Maybe sometimes when you laugh too hard or sneeze, you have a little accident.  Is that something to be concerned about? The Doctor talks Incontinence! Is there preventative measures...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk "Stroke" with Dr. John Ventura, emergency department physician ! What happens to your body when you're having a stroke? What are the symptoms & do they differ between men & women? Can you prevent a stroke? We find out how it's diagnosed & most importantly how it's quickly treated. Tune in to this episode & learn...

It's  Valley Health Check with Horizon Health !  This episode we talk with  Radiologist Dr. Bruce Houle!  We talk Stress Tests!  We discuss Nuclear Stress Testing as well! We find out what they are & what patient might need it!  We discuss why these tests are needed & who can benefit from them! Tune in to this episode & learn more about stress tests & see if this something you or a...